Companies in the shipping sector developing innovative solutions and technologies.
Explore 213 recently funded shipping companies with verified founder contact information and fundraising data.
C3is is an international shipping and transportation company that specializes in dry-bulk and crude oil carriage services.
Tugdock provides a dry-docking facility for vessels and floating structures.
Explorate is a cloud-based supply chain operating system that connects data, workflows, and freight services in one platform.
Flexport provides an end-to-end global logistics platform that coordinates freight movement from manufacturers to delivery destinations.
Ecomspaces offers co-working space, warehouse, content creation solutions, loading docks, storage, pallet racking, & other similar services.
SHIPNEXT is a Digital shipping platform, which uses AI for instant freight search, trade and digitalisation of workflow
Hwy Haul is a logistics technology company building an AI-powered freight operating system that automates freight execution tasks
BLK Global Commodities is a global marketplace connecting suppliers, buyers, and logistics for raw materials and commodities.
EasyShipping is a developing and marketing platform for connecting shippers, charterers, freight forwarders, and transport.
Seven Senders is a delivery platform that optimizes processes during shipping and provide customers with a unique shopping experience.
ShipHawk is the premier packing and shipping software for ERP connected companies.
CloudTrucks offers a virtual trucking carrier application designed to reduce operating costs for truck drivers.
Imperial Petroleum is a ship-owning company providing petroleum product and crude oil seaborne transportation services.
GEL Proximity is the leading shipping platform focused on Out of Home delivery solutions such as lockers, micro-hubs and PUDOs.
Qubik Logtech is a comprehensive logistics platform that aims to streamline global shipping and supply chain processes.
Applied Blockchain builds private and secure business applications
Deliverr is a fulfillment service that facilitates shipping services for e-commerce businesses.
Inxeption is a cloud-based digital commerce platform that helps B2B companies accelerate growth and manage logistics.
Optimiz enables remote containerised cargo inspections and claims optimisation
New York Shipping Exchange is a platform that unites shippers, carriers, and forwarders to revolutionize the logistics industry.
Passport provides international shipping, compliance, and localization services for ecommerce.
Sway is a provider of shipping services that allows returning an online purchase without leaving home.
Pilgrim Soul is a mission driven cannabis brand focused on optimizing human creative performance to gain a competitive edge.
The shipping sector is an active area of startup innovation and venture capital investment. Companies in this space are developing new technologies, platforms, and services that address evolving market needs and create new business opportunities.
Shipping companies raise capital across various funding stages, from early seed rounds to late-stage growth financing. Investor interest in this sector is driven by the size of the addressable market, the pace of technology adoption, and the potential for scalable business models.
The shipping sector is expected to continue evolving as technology advances, market dynamics shift, and new opportunities emerge. Companies that demonstrate strong product-market fit, efficient growth, and clear competitive advantages are well-positioned to attract continued investment.
Here is how funding is distributed among the 213 shipping companies tracked in the VCBacked database.
Companies in the shipping sector often overlap with or complement businesses in adjacent industries. Exploring related verticals can help you discover additional companies, identify partnership opportunities, and understand the broader competitive landscape.
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