Getir, which started to serve in 2015, continues its global growth journey. Popular market delivery application that started to expand in the European market after Turkey with England; It has recently started to operate in European countries such as the Netherlands and France.
However, this also brings some problems. The company is subject to many different laws and regulations during its growth process. Finally one of them came from Amsterdam. Getir and companies operating in similar fields were forbidden to open shops in the city for a year.
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Getir won’t be able to open a new shop in Amsterdam for a year
Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands, came to the fore with a shock ban. All express delivery companies in the city were prevented from opening shops for a year. Accordingly, Getir and similar companies will not be able to open a new warehouse called ‘Dark Shop’ for one year. So what is the reason for this decision?
The decision taken by the Municipality of Amsterdam was largely taken after complaints from citizens. According to incoming information, city residents have been complaining about increased road safety, noise pollution and motor-blocked sidewalks for a while.
Among the companies that will be affected by the application, Bringbesides zapp, Gorillas, and Flink fast delivery companies like These fast growing companies are increasing the number of their customers day by day, especially with the effect of the pandemic period. While applications are being made for another new ‘Dark Shop’ every day, citizens are opposing this situation with signature campaigns.
Making a statement on the subject, Getir official stated that they will evaluate the decision and the next steps. Stating that the important thing is to provide good and fast service to customers, the official said that they will work in harmony with the Amsterdam City Council, even if it has an impact on their operations.
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