The logistics industry is undergoing a rapid transformation driven by technological innovation and changing consumer demands. As a result, a new wave of startups is emerging — each bringing fresh ideas and cuttin-edge solutions to address lon-standing challenges in supply chain management, freight forwarding, last-mile delivery, and more. From artificial intelligence (AI)-powered optimization to sustainable shipping practices, these top logistics startups are reshaping the future of logistics.
Best Logistics Startups to Watch
Every year, new startups pull to the forefront of their industry through exciting innovation and industry-disrupting business models. We’ve rounded up the top logistics startups of 2025 that startup-lovers, investors, and aspiring entrepreneurs should follow.
Disclaimer: With so many exciting startups launching and growing worldwide, we aren’t able to cover them all. Furthermore, the startups that are listed below are not officially ranked and are listed in no particular order.
1. cargo.one
- Location: Berlin, Germany
- Founder(s): Moritz Claussen, Oliver Neumann, Mike Rötgers
- Founded In: 2017
- Funding: Series B, $63.4 Million
- Investors Include: Bessemer Venture Partners, Index Ventures, Next47
Founded in 2017, cargo.one is an air freight booking platform that enables shippers and freight forwarders to compare rates and capacities across airlines and book transportation from a single platform. cargo.one is free to use for shippers and freight forwarders, and the company makes its money by charging commissions to airlines for each completed booking.
2. Flock Freight
- Location: Encinitas, California
- Founder(s): Oren Zaslansky
- Founded In: 2015
- Funding: Series D, $399 Million
- Investors Include: SoftBank Investment Advisers, Eden Global Partners, Volvo Group Venture Capital
Flock Freight is a logistics platform that helps companies book shared space on trucks for less-than-truckload (LTL) freight. Flock Freight’s algorithms make it easy to efficiently bundle cargo from multiple shippers into a single truckload, enabling companies to capitalize on the cost-saving benefits of shared truckload delivery. After recently raising $215 million of Series D funding, Flock Freight was given a valuation of $1 billion.
3. Schüttflix
- Location: Gütersloh, Germany
- Founder(s): Christian Hülsewig, Thomas Hagedorn
- Founded In: 2018
- Funding: Series A, $115 Million
- Investors Include: FJ Labs, DEVK Insurance, Goldbeck
Founded in 2018, Schüttflix is a platform designed to help professionals in the construction industry easily source materials. Schüttflix connects construction professionals with both materials suppliers and freight forwarding services, serving as a one-stop shop for all of the materials and supplies needed to complete a construction project. Though the company currently only services German customers, Schüttflix has announced the intention of soon expanding to other countries.
4. Huboo
- Location: Bristol, United Kingdom
- Founder(s): Paul Dodd, Martin Bysh
- Founded In: 2017
- Funding: Series B, $183 Million
- Investors Include: BlackRock, HSBC Holdings, SVB Financial Group
Huboo is a fulfillment and warehousing service for online stores that performs inventory management, order fulfillment, and returns management for its clients. The Huboo platform is able to integrate with all major ecommerce platforms, including Shopify, eBay, and Amazon, and is able to automatically sync inventory across marketplaces.
5. Loop
- Location: Chicago, Illinois
- Founder(s): Matt McKinney, Shaosu Liu
- Founded In: 2021
- Funding: Series B, $100 Million
- Investors Include: Founders Fund, Susa Ventures, Index Ventures
Loop is a comprehensive logistics platform that centralizes freight, parcel, and financial data for businesses seeking to optimize their supply chain operations. By consolidating data from various sources, Loop enables companies to automate decision-making processes, uncover valuable insights, and drive profitability. The platform aims to help businesses move beyond unreliable supply chain data and uncontrolled spending, offering a solution to streamline logistics management and improve overall operational efficiency.
6. FR8relay
- Location: Bentonville, Arkansas
- Founder(s): Aayush Thakur, Deme Yuan, Akshay Singh
- Founded In: 2018
- Funding: Grant, $1.11 Million
- Investors Include: Tyson Ventures, US Department of Energy, National Science Foundation
FR8relay is a logistics technology company focused on optimizing lon-haul trucking through a relay model. The company’s platform coordinates freight handoffs between regional drivers, allowing for more efficient routes and reduced idle time. FR8relay aims to improve working conditions for truck drivers while increasing overall logistics efficiency.
7. Cheetah
- Location: San Francisco, California
- Founder(s): Alon Har-Tal, Na’ama Moran, Christopher Elliott, Vincent Matranga, Abdelrahman Elhamalawy, James Stein
- Founded In: 2012
- Funding: Series C, $167 Million
- Investors Include: 7BC Venture Capital, Manna Tree Partners, Rich Products Ventures
Cheetah provides a business-to-business (B2B) ecommerce platform that connects restaurants and small businesses with wholesale food suppliers. The company’s mobile app allows businesses to order supplies, track deliveries, and manage inventory in real time. Cheetah aims to modernize the food supply chain by providing a more transparent and efficient ordering process.
8. Nowports
- Location: Monterrey, Mexico
- Founder(s): Alfonso de los Ríos, Maximiliano Casal
- Founded In: 2018
- Funding: Series C, $250 Million
- Investors Include: Aito Capital, Bossa Invest, Constellar Ventures
Nowports is a digital freight forwarder that uses technology to simplify international shipping processes. The company offers a platform that provides real-time tracking, automated documentation, and data-driven insights for global trade operations. Nowports focuses on serving small and medium-sized businesses in Latin America, helping them navigate the complexities of international logistics.
9. Booster
- Location: Seattle, Washington
- Founder(s): Frank Mycroft, Tyler Raugh, Diego Netto
- Founded In: 2014
- Funding: Series D, $214 Million
- Investors Include: Aster Capital, Gaingels, NextEquity Partners
Booster is a mobile energy delivery service that brings fuel directly to vehicles and fleets. The company uses proprietary technology and a fleet of purple mini-tankers to deliver gas and diesel on demand, eliminating the need for customers to visit gas stations. Booster aims to reduce carbon emissions by optimizing fuel delivery routes and offering renewable energy options.
10. Shipsy
- Location: Gurugram, India
- Founder(s): Soham Chokshi, Dhruv Agrawal, Himanshu Gupta
- Founded In: 2015
- Funding: Series B, $32.8 Million
- Investors Include: Sequoia Capital, Ncubate Capital Partners, A91 Partners
Shipsy provides an AI-powered logistics management platform that helps businesses automate and optimize their supply chain operations. The company’s AI-powered solution offers features like real-time tracking, route optimization, and predictive analytics to improve efficiency and reduce costs. Shipsy serves various industries, including ecommerce, express courier, and manufacturing.
11. Pandion
- Location: Bellevue, Washington
- Founder(s): Scott Ruffin
- Founded In: 2020
- Funding: Series B, $117 Million
- Investors Include: Koch Disruptive Technologies, Bow Capital, PROOF
Pandion is a tech-enabled shipping company focused on ecommerce parcel delivery. The company uses machine learning and predictive analytics to optimize delivery routes and improve package sorting efficiency. Pandion aims to provide faster, more reliable deliveries by building a network of strategically located sortation centers and partnering with last-mile carriers.
12. Bounce
- Location: Lisbon, Portugal
- Founder(s): Cody Candee, Shojol Islam, Robert Weigel, Aleksander Rendtslev
- Founded In: 2017
- Funding: Series B, $30.2 Million
- Investors Include: Andreessen Horowtiz, Creator Ventures, FJ Labs
Bounce is a luggage storage network that allows travelers to store their bags at convenient locations in cities. The company partners with local businesses to create a network of secure storage points — accessible through a mobile app. Bounce aims to make travel more convenient by freeing tourists and urban commuters from carrying heavy bags throughout their day.
13. Wiz Freight
- Location: Chennai, India
- Founder(s): Ramkumar Govindarajan, Ramkumar Ramachandran
- Founded In: 2020
- Funding: Series B, $57.1 Million
- Investors Include: SBI Investment, Alteria Capital, Unikon Shipping Ventures
Wiz Freight, or Wiz, provides a digital freight forwarding platform that simplifies international shipping for businesses. The company offers end-to-end logistics solutions, including ocean and air freight, customs clearance, and last-mile delivery. Wiz Freight uses technology to provide real-time tracking, competitive rates, and streamlined documentation for global trade.
14. TradeLanes
- Location: Walnut Creek, California
- Founder(s): Vijay Harrell
- Founded In: 2015
- Funding: Series A, $9.2 Million
- Investors Include: Techstars, Bread & Butter Ventures, Prairie Crest Capital
TradeLanes offers a cloud-based software platform that digitizes and automates global trade operations. The company focuses on helping exporters, importers, and freight forwarders manage complex international shipments more efficiently. TradeLanes’ solution includes features like automated document generation, compliance checks, and real-time collaboration tools for supply chain partners.
15. Shippit
- Location: Sydney, Australia
- Founder(s): Rob Hango-Zada, William On
- Founded In: 2014
- Funding: Series B, $119 Million
- Investors Include: Ginger Capital, RTL Group, Certane
Shippit provides a multi-carrier shipping platform that helps retailers streamline their order fulfillment process. The company offers features like automated carrier selection, real-time tracking, and returns management to improve the ecommerce shipping experience. Shippit integrates with major ecommerce platforms and provides access to a network of shipping carriers to optimize delivery options and costs.
16. Orderful
- Location: San Francisco, California
- Founder(s): Erik Kiser, Kevin McGee
- Founded In: 2017
- Funding: Series B, $32 Million
- Investors Include: Anorak Ventures, Calm Ventures, GLP Capital Partners
Orderful offers a cloud-based Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) platform that simplifies B2B data exchange for supply chain operations. The company provides a modern API that allows companies to quickly connect and trade data with their trading partners without traditional EDI complexity. Orderful aims to accelerate trading partner onboarding and reduce the technical overhead associated with B2B integrations.
