Danny Pass, Director of European Field Operations at Starship Technologies, says: “People in Cambourne have told us how much they love Starship’s robot delivery service, and now we’re making it even more environmentally friendly by rolling out the first ever autonomous wireless charging stations in Europe.”
“Cambourne is leading the way! When they’re low on energy, the little guys will take themselves to charge, then get back to work when they’re re-energised. We’re really proud to have worked with the Town Council to bring new innovation and technology into the community.”
John Vickery, Cambourne Town Clerk, comments: “For nearly two years now, Starship’s robots have been embraced and widely welcomed as part of the local community. So we are very proud that Cambourne has been chosen as the location for the first European installation of wireless charging facilities for the robots.”
Chris Conway, Co-op E-commerce Director, says: “We are facing a climate and environmental crisis, and Co-op is committed to cutting carbon emissions from its own operations and supply chain.”
“We know that the autonomous, quick and convenient delivery of groceries can reduce the number of short car journeys locally, and are pleased to see the introduction of wireless charging designed to further improve the energy efficiency of robot deliveries.”
Starship’s 2,000+ fleet of robots operate 99% autonomously and complete 150,000 crossings globally every day. Last month, the firm announced its latest funding round had seen a further $90 million raised.