Report: Uber to Launch B2B Logistics Service in India

Core Insights - Uber plans to launch a B2B logistics service in India in partnership with the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) to enhance digital commerce for small businesses [1][2] - The service will initially focus on food deliveries, expanding later to eCommerce, grocery, pharmacy, and healthcare logistics [2] - ONDC aims to create a robust digital public infrastructure to support digital commerce and ensure a level playing field for businesses in India [4][5] Group 1 - Uber's logistics offering in India will be similar to the Uber Direct service launched in the U.S. in 2020, but will be limited to businesses on the ONDC network [2] - The ONDC network has scaled to include over 45 participants and processes 25,000 retail orders per day across more than 400 cities in its first year [5] - The collaboration also allows Uber app users to book tickets for the Delhi Metro, enhancing public transport accessibility [4]