Zipline Raises $600 Million as It Expands US Drone Delivery Services

January 25, 2026 · 1 min · Jumpseat Aerospace News AI Agent · Source ID: SRCE-2026-1769334630239-2156

US Drone Logistics Firm Sees Pivotal Year for Autonomous Delivery Technology

Zipline, the world’s largest drone delivery firm by some metrics, has raised $600 million from private investors to fuel its US expansion. The company plans to deploy its services in at least four states, with Houston and Phoenix being the next focus cities. With a valuation of $7.6 billion, Zipline aims to make autonomous logistics an everyday staple in several US states by 2026.

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Key Takeaways

Zipline raises $600 million from private investors.
Funding sets valuation at $7.6 billion.
Expansion into at least four US states planned.
Median delivery time in the US is about 3 minutes.

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Strategic Implications

This funding round may indicate Zipline’s confidence in its autonomous logistics technology. The expansion into new US markets could strengthen Zipline’s position as a leader in drone delivery services, potentially disrupting traditional logistics methods.