Ebay has acquired UK-based same-day delivery service Shutl as it prepares to extend its 'one hour' service to international markets next year.
Ebay launched its 'Ebay Now' service in Chicago yesterday and plans to begin operating the one hour delivery service in 25 cities, including London, by the end of next year.
Devin Wenig, president of eBay Marketplaces, said: 'The world is changing, with the lines between online and offline commerce blurring and the expectations of buyers and sellers rising rapidly. With eBay's latest steps, we are bringing together the best of what people need from a shopping experience - speed and convenience - with things people love about shopping, like discovery and inspiration.'
Ebay Now was launched a year ago. News that it is heading for the UK follows the firms agreement with Argos to allow some products bought from its Marketplace available for pick up in the chain's shops.
Ebay is also planning to launch a scheduled delivery service for Ebay Now that allows shoppers to buy something on the site and arrange a time for delivery that best suits them.
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