Deliveroo to Cease Operations in Singapore Amid Broader International Adjustments

Deliveroo, the food delivery platform, is set to conclude its operations in Singapore, with services concluding on March 4. The company announced this decision, stating it would initiate an "orderly wind-down process" in the market. This move forms part of a wider strategic review by its parent organisation, the US based firm DoorDash, across its international holdings.

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The organisation described its exit from Singapore as a challenging determination, following an assessment of market conditions specific to the country. Deliveroo stated a renewed emphasis on directing investment towards regions demonstrating the clearest route to sustained expansion and prominent market standing over an extended period. The company indicated it would collaborate closely with its local teams to provide support to customers, partners, and riders throughout the transition.

And DoorDash, in a separate statement, confirmed its intention to also cease food delivery services in Qatar, Japan, and Uzbekistan. These decisions were a result of a review conducted over many months regarding conditions specific to each country. DoorDash reiterated its focus on deploying resources where it perceives the most viable path to achieve considerable and lasting market presence.

The US firm additionally noted it was implementing a restricted number of operational adjustments in selected locations. This includes allocating investment towards specific engineering roles situated within the United Kingdom. Such reallocations indicate a fine tuning of its global operational footprint.

DoorDash acquired its British rival Deliveroo in May 2025. This deal was valued at US 3.85 billion. The acquisition was executed with the stated objective of assisting DoorDash in expanding its market share throughout Europe. The strategy also aimed to intensify competition against other established platforms such as Just Eat and Uber Eats within these key regions.

Britain, Ireland, France, and Italy currently represent significant operational markets for Deliveroo. The platform's presence in Singapore began in Nov. 2015, marking an eleven year period of service within the city state's competitive food delivery landscape. Deliveroo has been a consistent presence, contributing to the development of the local food delivery sector during its tenure.

Miki Kuusi, who serves as both head of DoorDash International and chief executive of Deliveroo, reflected on the organisation's time in Singapore. He commented that over the previous eleven years, the company was proud to have played a part in shaping food delivery services locally. Mr Kuusi further acknowledged that Deliveroo provided consumers with access to a broad array of restaurant and grocery partners.

He extended gratitude to all employees, customers, partners, and riders who had participated in and supported Deliveroo's journey in Singapore. The impending cessation of operations marks a notable adjustment in the region's dynamic food delivery ecosystem. Observers will be monitoring the impact on market competitors and the affected workforce.

• Deliveroo will cease all operations in Singapore by March 4.

• The decision is part of a wider strategic review by parent company DoorDash.

• DoorDash is also exiting food delivery markets in Qatar, Japan, and Uzbekistan.

• DoorDash acquired Deliveroo in May 2025 for US 3.85 billion.

• Deliveroo commenced services in Singapore in Nov. 2015.

  
  

Source: Channel NewsAsia