Starship Technologies, a leading provider of autonomous delivery services, is expanding its reach across U.S. universities with the addition of new campuses and enhanced features for students. The San Francisco-based company announced that it will bring its delivery robots to five additional universities, increasing its presence on over 50 campuses nationwide. The new locations include Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech), Southeast Missouri State University, University of New Mexico, Prairie View A&M University, and California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly), with more campuses to be announced throughout the fall semester.
The expansion is part of Starship's ongoing mission to make food delivery more accessible and efficient for students. Currently, Starship's robots serve 1.5 million students, offering on-demand deliveries from 900 merchants across its U.S. campuses. Globally, the company has completed nearly 7 million deliveries, cementing its position as the top autonomous delivery provider in the world.
"We are thrilled to partner with Starship Technologies," said Ryan Greene, executive director of dining and retail at Georgia Tech. "These innovative delivery solutions will help us continue to prioritize innovation and exceptional service while adapting to our ever-changing community needs."
In addition to expanding its service to new campuses, Starship is also rolling out two major upgrades: wireless charging and the introduction of Starship Marketplace. By the start of the fall semester, 75 percent of Starship’s campus locations will have wireless charging capabilities. This technology allows the robots to autonomously charge themselves and quickly return to service, increasing both efficiency and sustainability.
Starship Marketplace is another key feature being introduced to improve the campus dining experience. The marketplace will provide self-order kiosks and mobile pickup options, helping universities address staffing shortages while serving more students. The marketplace will initially be available at around one-third of Starship's serviced campuses, including Oregon State University, George Mason University, James Madison University, Wichita State University, and North Carolina A&T, with plans to expand further throughout the year. Students can choose to pick up their orders or opt for robot delivery, with payment options ranging from meal swipes to Apple Pay and Google Pay.
"Before we started campus services, delivery from campus dining often didn’t exist," said Chris Neider, VP of business development at Starship Technologies. "We’re proud to be one of the reasons that it is now easier and more convenient for students to order food when and where they want it. As staffing challenges continue to stretch campus dining resources, our new Starship Marketplace will add more options for students and make staffing more efficient."
Starship's robots have become a beloved fixture on the campuses they serve, with students frequently sharing their experiences with the autonomous couriers on social media. As the company continues to innovate and expand, it aims to further improve the convenience and accessibility of campus dining, while maintaining its commitment to sustainability and efficiency. With nearly seven million deliveries under its belt, Starship Technologies is setting the standard for the future of autonomous robot delivery.
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