Amazon Invests $1.9 Billion in Delivery Safety and Pay

According to PYMNTS, Amazon is allocating an additional $1.9 billion to its delivery service partner program for 2027. The company announced on Monday, Sept. 21, that this funding supports a goal for delivery associates to earn a national average of nearly $24 per hour. Amazon reported that serious crashes have decreased by more than 23%.

“Amazon’s safety investments and DSP leadership are delivering results, with serious crashes down more than 23%,” the company said.

Additionally, Amazon has pledged $70 million over a five-year period to local projects directed by DSP owners. The firm intends to equip 50% of its Rivian electric delivery vehicles with surround-view cameras by the end of the year.

Other safety measures are being introduced in the Amazon Delivery App. These include dynamic hazard alerts that send real-time notifications regarding accidents and road closures, while automatically modifying routes during severe weather.

These safety improvements occur alongside the growth of Amazon’s delivery infrastructure. The Project Mercury initiative seeks to expand same-day delivery hubs from 85 to over 1,000 by 2031. To achieve this, Amazon plans to place rapid delivery capabilities within 10 miles of 80% of U.S. Prime members.