Zipline

Zipline

Autonomous delivery of medical supplies and goods

About Zipline

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Why Zipline is rated
A-
Rated A on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated A on Differentiation

Industries

Robotics & Automation

Automotive & Transportation

Healthcare

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Series F

Total Funding

$813.7M

Headquarters

South San Francisco, California

Founded

2014

Overview

Zipline focuses on logistics and delivery using autonomous technology to transport goods quickly and sustainably, primarily in the healthcare sector. The company delivers essential medical supplies, such as vaccines and medications, and has played a key role in public health initiatives like the COVID-19 vaccine rollout in Ghana. Zipline's autonomous delivery platforms cater to various needs, ensuring rapid delivery of items from prescriptions to groceries. By centralizing the delivery of essential supplies, Zipline aims to improve access and address equity gaps in underserved areas.

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What believers are saying

  • Expansion into urban areas like Dallas-Fort Worth increases market penetration.
  • Partnership with Walmart boosts brand visibility and customer acquisition.
  • Collaboration with Nigeria's government expands operational scale in Africa.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from companies like Wing and Amazon Prime Air.
  • Regulatory challenges could delay expansion in new markets like Seattle-Tacoma.
  • Dependence on partnerships with large retailers like Walmart poses revenue risks.

What makes Zipline unique

  • Zipline's P2 system offers quiet, precise delivery even in adverse weather conditions.
  • Partnerships with governments enhance healthcare delivery in underserved regions.
  • Zipline's autonomous drones deliver 10 times faster than traditional vehicles.

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Funding

Total Funding

$813.7M

Above

Industry Average

Funded Over

7 Rounds

Notable Investors:
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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Company Equity

Performance Bonus

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

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1 year growth

↑ 0%

2 year growth

↑ 2%
Gulf Grip
Apr 16th, 2025
Walmart Made Another Big Announcement That Has People Talking

According to its website, Zipline also plans to open up shop in the Seattle-Tacoma area in the future, but no official dates have been announced regarding this expansion.

FreightWaves
Apr 9th, 2025
Zipline Drone Delivery Takes Flight In Texas With Walmart – For Free

After hundreds of thousands of test flights and years of piloting drone delivery in the U.S., Zipline has officially taken flight in the Dallas-Fort Worth area with partner Walmart.The world’s largest drone delivery provider announced Tuesday that residents located within 2 miles of a Walmart Supercenter in the suburb of Mesquite are eligible for delivery of more than 65,000 items in 30 minutes or less. Zipline told FLYING magazine the first order in Mesquite included a dozen eggs, a bag of Popcorners chips and flower bulbs for spring gardening. The company said Walmart (NYSE: WMT) will set the price of the service, which at launch is available for free.The launch also marks the introduction of Zipline’s Platform 2 (P2) delivery system, a successor to its P1 designed for quiet, precise delivery in cities and suburbs – even in rain or 45 mph gusts of wind.According to Zipline CEO Keller Rinaudo Clifton, the service delivers 10 times faster than cars, with flight times for most orders under two minutes. Clifton said customers in Mesquite, who participated in a “secret” early access program over the past few months, have described the offering as “quiet,” “gentle” and “magical.”“We’ve been blown away by the feedback from our early customers,” said Conner Wilkinson, head of community engagement at Zipline, in a statement accompanying Tuesday’s announcement. “In just a few weeks, we’ve already become a part of people’s daily routines, especially for busy parents like myself, older adults, and anyone else who wants to spend more time doing things they love and less time running errands.”Tuesday’s launch, though, “significantly” expands the number of customers who can order delivery, Zipline said. Customers can download the Zipline app or visit the company’s website to see if their household is eligible – that includes multifamily dwellings such as apartment complexes

GeekTech
Apr 9th, 2025
Don't call it a drone: Zipline's uncrewed aircraft wants to reinvent retail

Zipline is launching its airborne delivery service for real, rolling it out in the Dallas-Fort Worth suburb of Mesquite ahead of a gradual spread that, if all goes according to plan, will also see its craft landing in Seattle before the end of the year.

Community Impact
Mar 20th, 2025
Zipline expected to open drone maintenance center in Richardson

Zipline is expected to opening a drone operations and maintenance facility in Richardson pending approval from the city planning commission and city council.

DroneLife
Mar 13th, 2025
Zipline Hits 100 Million Miles: A New Milestone in Autonomous Drone Delivery

Zipline unveiled their P2 delivery system in a video released in September, which showed how their combined drone system works.

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