Rapid grocery apps take it slowly after Dutch cities push back


The voluntary restrictions by rapid delivery companies came after Amsterdam, Rotterdam and Utrecht imposed a one-year freeze on new distribution hubs. — AFP

Rapid delivery companies have curbed their ambitions in the Netherlands after disgruntled Dutch cities put a halt on the explosive growth of their distribution centers.

After months of consultations, Flink SE, Getir and Gorillas signed a joint code of conduct that could crimp their ability to make super fast deliveries in a concession to Dutch municipalities.

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