foodpanda employees enjoyed their company-organized sports day at the popular tourist hotspot, Vangvieng.

foodpanda delivers strong first half, outlines ambitious growth vision

foodpanda, a leading online-food-order-service platform, recorded encouraging progress in the first half of 2025, with strong performance in customer growth, operational efficiencies, and strategic execution, putting the company on track to achieve its goals for 2025.
The company has had a strong presence in Laos for more than five years since it first launched operations and has enjoyed steady growth.
In the latest business update, the platform’s Managing Director of foodpanda’s CLM (Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar) markets, Zeyar Mynn, revealed that the company’s performance in the first half of the year provided valuable momentum in key areas such as operational efficiencies, customer retention, and daily order growth.

Managing Director, CLM Cluster Mr Zeyar Mynn.

“Our focus remains on our prioritised areas. We are very confident in our team’s ability to deliver on our annual vision,” the executive said.
foodpanda’s 2025 strategy focuses on three pillars: affordability, convenience, and choice. Through partnerships with local vendors and personalised discount schemes, the platform aims to make high-quality food more accessible for all customers at an affordable price.
Faster delivery through logistics optimisation and expanded pickup services are also key priorities, alongside continuous expansion of cuisine categories to cater to diverse customer preferences, from students to professionals and food enthusiasts.
“Our 2025 roadmap is built to serve our customers better,” Mr Mynn said.
Addressing recruitment and retention challenges in the gig economy, the company is adopting a strategy for its rider community. foodpanda has rolled out features such as in-app tipping, performance bonuses, flexible scheduling, and training programmes to enhance rider satisfaction and income opportunities.
In addition, the company is prioritising employee development and teamwork. A recent employee sports day held in the popular tourist town of Vangvieng showcased the company’s commitment to building a collaborative and energetic culture.
“Through continuous upskilling initiatives, team-building activities, and the introduction of core leadership principles, the company ensures that its workforce remains motivated, collaborative, and aligned with organisational goals,” the managing director said.
He underscored the need to strengthen the ecosystem among all stakeholders - riders, vendors, and customers - as the key pillar for sustainable business growth and shared benefits.
The managing director explained that riders will continue to benefit from safety gear distribution, earnings incentives, and upskilling opportunities.
Meanwhile, vendors will benefit from digital dashboards providing business analytics and marketing exposure to a broader audience, while customers will continue to enjoy affordability, faster delivery, and more meal options via seamless platform enhancements.
Looking ahead, foodpanda’s regional highlighted the company’s long-term vision, which is anchored in the pillars of digital empowerment that elevates local businesses, key stakeholders and talents, and the community impact of contributing to the entire society.
“As foodpanda, we do not just want to be in Laos, we want to grow with Laos. It
means creating jobs that uplift, technology that empowers, and a platform that celebrates what makes this country unique,” the managing director said.
“In the future, we aim to be a catalyst for a thriving and sustainable food delivery platform here in Laos.”

By Times Reporters
 (Latest Update June 16, 2025)