Asda has partnered with Ocado Group to upgrade its online grocery service from 2027. The retailer will use Ocado’s technology across its website, in-store fulfilment, dark stores and last-mile route planning as it seeks to improve customer experience and delivery efficiency. Asda operates about 1,100 UK stores and processes more than 700,000 online grocery orders a week. Executive chair Allan Leighton said the deal would strengthen its digital capabilities. (Asda)