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Quick commerce riders shun peak heat as firms pay extra to keep deliveries moving
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Published on 29 April 2026
More riders are quitting peak hours despite higher pay
Quick commerce firms are grappling with a delivery-partner shortage as heatwaves push riders to stay off peak hours. To manage the risk, companies are raising pay for work during the hottest times. Meanwhile, summer staples such as ice cream and fans are seeing demand spikes, prompting brands to ramp up production and expand cold-storage capacity.
- Heatwaves are causing a shortage of quick commerce delivery riders
- Firms are offering extra pay to retain riders during peak hours
- Demand for summer essentials like ice cream and fans is rising fast
- Brands are boosting production and cold storage to meet demand
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