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Uber expands into 7 new European markets in food-delivery push, FT reports
Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®
Posted on February 15, 2026
1 min readLast updated: February 15, 2026
Quick Summary
Uber is expanding its food delivery services to seven European countries, aiming for $1 billion in bookings over three years.
Uber to Launch Food Delivery Services in Seven New European Markets
Uber's Expansion into European Food Delivery Markets
Feb 15 (Reuters) - Uber plans to roll out its delivery business into seven new European countries this year, as tech groups ramp up their efforts in the multibillion-euro food-delivery market, the Financial Times reported on Sunday.
New Markets and Expected Growth
The U.S.-based company will launch services in markets including Czech Republic, Greece and Romania as part of a move it hopes will deliver an additional $1 billion in gross bookings over the next three years, the report said.
Strategic Acquisitions and Partnerships
Susan Anderson, global head of delivery at Uber, told the newspaper it was time to "raise the bar, shake things up and deliver better value across the category".
According to the report, the move will also see penetration into Austria, Denmark, Finland and Norway.
Uber did not immediately respond to a Reuters' request for comment.
Earlier this week, Uber agreed to acquire the delivery arm of Turkey's Getir from Emirati-controlling shareholder Mubadala to expand its Turkish footprint.
(Reporting by Shivani Tanna in Bengaluru; Editing by William Mallard and Michael Perry)
Key Takeaways
- •Uber is expanding its food delivery services to seven new European countries.
- •The expansion aims to generate an additional $1 billion in gross bookings.
- •New markets include Czech Republic, Greece, and Romania.
- •Uber is acquiring Turkey's Getir delivery arm to boost its presence.
- •The move is part of a strategic push into the European market.
Frequently Asked Questions about Uber expands into 7 new European markets in food-delivery push, FT reports
1What is food delivery?
Food delivery is a service that allows customers to order food from restaurants or stores and have it delivered to their location, typically through an app or website.
2What is market expansion?
Market expansion refers to the strategy of entering new markets or regions to increase sales and reach new customers, often involving new product offerings or services.
3What are gross bookings?
Gross bookings refer to the total value of all transactions made through a platform before any deductions, such as fees or cancellations.
4What is a delivery service?
A delivery service is a business that transports goods or services from one location to another, often using various modes of transportation.
