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Robot.com and Grubhub Expand Autonomous Delivery to New Campuses

In exciting news for college students, Robot.com® has partnered with Grubhub, the leading dining service for higher education, to expand their autonomous delivery services to 10 new campuses. This collaboration will take effect for the 2026-2027 school year and marks a significant milestone in their ongoing partnership, enhancing the campus dining experience with cutting-edge technology.

Expansion Overview

The collaboration began in 2022, with Robot.com providing autonomous robots that integrate seamlessly with Grubhub's campus delivery system. The recent expansion now brings the total number of campuses utilizing this innovative delivery model to over 20 nationwide. This three-year contract extension not only reinforces their successful partnership but also emphasizes the effectiveness of robot-based delivery solutions in catering to the modern demands of campus life.

The Role of Autonomous Delivery

These robots have been designed to navigate the various challenges of campus environments, including inclement weather and high order volumes. For instance, at the University of Southern Indiana, the robots have completed over 25,000 deliveries, illustrating the high demand for this service.

Data reveals impressive growth at other locations as well; Dropping also reports that Loyola Marymount University witnessed nearly a 70% increase in order volume and a 30% rise in active users in the first quarter of 2026. Such figures showcase an increasing trend of students embracing the convenience of on-demand delivery solutions that autonomously cater to their needs.

Innovative Features

One of the notable features of Robot.com's service is the R-ads™ platform, which utilizes the active delivery robots for interactive advertising experiences tailored for student life. This integration turns a regular delivery into an engaging encounter for the student body, thereby merging functionality with an opportunity for brands to connect with their audience in a unique way.

In speaking about the partnership, J. Kim Fennell, Chief Business Officer of Robot.com stated, "Grubhub has been one of our most important long-term partners, and this extension is a reflection of what we've built together. We are proud of what the relationship has become and excited to bring that expertise to 10 new campuses this fall."

Future Prospects

The journey does not stop here. The technology powering these deliveries runs on REMI, Robot.com's proprietary fleet management platform designed to optimize robot orchestration and control. Looking ahead, Robot.com is gearing up to introduce the R-dog™, a four-legged delivery robot tailored for delivering in hard-to-reach areas, thereby enhancing the capability of what technology can provide in both campuses and urban settings.

With such advancements in autonomous robotics, there’s no doubt that the dynamics of college dining are set to evolve significantly. Rob DelaCruz, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Grubhub Campus, commented, "When students have easy, on-demand access to delivery, it quickly becomes part of their daily routine. Together with Robot.com, we've seen this experience become a staple of campus life."

In conclusion, the expansion of this partnership hints at a bright future for autonomous delivery in higher education settings, bringing improved convenience to students while simultaneously transforming traditional campus dining experiences. As Robot.com and Grubhub gear up for this new chapter, students across the nation can expect a more connected and efficient dining culture than ever before.