Get ready for takeout that flies right to your doorstep! In Yangpu, drone delivery has just taken off with a brand-new route.

Meituan has recently teamed up with Yangpu and Fudan University to launch Shanghai's first-ever university-based drone delivery route. The route zips from Wujiaochang Hopson One in the east all the way to the Student Apartment on the East Campus of Fudan University in the west. This marks the third drone delivery route in Yangpu, turning what was once a novelty into a part of everyday life.

High Tech Enriches Campus Innovation Atmosphere

"Who needs a roommate to bring you food when you've got drones?" Next to the Student Apartment on the East Campus of Fudan University, the drone drop-off locker has become the place to be. Watch as sleek hexacopter drones buzz in, carrying your takeout in style, dropping it neatly into the locker before flying away.

"This feels so futuristic. I never thought I'd see technology making life this convenient right here on campus!" Many Fudan students could not help but whip out their phones to capture the moment.

Experience the future of takeout with drone delivery - a perfect blend of high-tech innovation and ease of use. Just search for "Meituan Drone" on the Meituan app, select the drop-off locker at the "Student Apartment on the East Campus of Fudan University" as your delivery address, and place your order. When it arrives, simply head to the locker, punch in the last few digits of your phone number, and dinner is ready. And when you are done, fold up the drop-off box and toss it in the recycling bin. Every little detail is designed with the environment in mind.

Safety comes first, so there are weight limits on your orders, which means some restrictions on what you can order. But don't worry, you have still got plenty of options. Almost every merchant at Hopson One that offers takeout has drone-friendly meals on the menu. And the best part is that prices and delivery fees stay the same as usual.

With Hopson One just a stone's throw away from Fudan, drone delivery is super-fast. From the moment you place your order, it is just 10 minutes until the drone lands at your dorm. One student could not believe how quick it was: "I ordered, and my food was there. It couldn't have been easier!"

Following the Trend, Embracing the Future

In December 2023, Meituan Drone made history by launching its first urban route in Shanghai, delivering mouth-watering dishes from Hopson One to Capitaland Guozheng Center. Fast forward to July 2024, and the Huangxing Park route went into operation, creating an aerial culinary connection between the Wujiaochang business district and the park - a bold step into the future of low-altitude applications. And now, university campuses are stepping into the spotlight, paving the way for even more possibilities in the low-altitude economy.

After the successful launch of the Fudan drone delivery route, Meituan is not stopping. They are gearing up to bring this innovative service to more campuses across Shanghai.

The "high-end" experience of ordering takeout with drones is more than just a novelty. It is a perfect blend of cutting-edge technology and thoughtful human care. The fourth-generation drones, designed with the campus environment in mind, use advanced boundary layer flow control technology on its rotor blades to keep noise levels down. At just 51 dBA from 50 meters away, they ensure minimal disruption to students and faculty. And with state-of-the-art encryption as required by state authorities, privacy is safeguarded, giving everyone peace of mind.

Yangpu has always been a pioneer driven by the vision of "tri-zone linkage and tri-town integration". The district is building an innovation ecosystem that spans the entire region. By embracing the Action Plan of Shanghai Municipality for the High-Quality Development of the Low-Altitude Economy Industry (2024-2027), Yangpu is not just keeping pace - it is setting the pace. The launch of these three routes is a testament to the district's forward-thinking approach. As Yangpu looks to the future, drone technology is set to revolutionize urban logistics. And it is leading the charge, working closely with universities and businesses to foster a powerful synergy between industry, academia, and research. Together, they are writing a new chapter for the future - one that is as exciting as it is promising.