The Co-op is first retail chain to host Royal Mail parcel lockers

Parcel lockers first announced in January are now being installed in a partnership with the Co-op. From the Royal Mail press release:

Co-op and Royal Mail have signed a partnership to rollout parcel lockers at the convenience retailer’s stores.  The first ones will launch in summer, with plans for lockers at 100 stores.

The lockers will add an additional convenient service for the community at Co-op stores, allowing people to drop off pre-labelled Royal Mail parcels and returns 24/7. Collection will also be available at the lockers soon.

The lockers provide label printing, meaning customers simply need to pay for postage online and print the label by scanning a QR code at the locker, or request a QR code if they are returning a purchase.

The Co-op is the first retail group in the convenience stores sector to host Royal Mail parcel lockers.

George Hayworth, Co-op’s Head of Online Development, said: “We are delighted to partner with Royal Mail, enabling Co-op to further expand its network of safe, secure and convenient parcel lockers. Co-op is focussed on developing added services and enhanced convenience – we aim to have the best small shops, and work to ensure our stores are a convenient destination for a range of services that meet local needs. Including growing our network of lockers to help residents, commuters and time-pressed consumers pick up or return parcels at a time that suits them, quickly, easily and conveniently.”

 

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