Google for Startups is an initiative designed to support and empower startups globally. Established in 2011 and based in San Francisco, the program offers access to Google's products, resources, and best practices through a vast network of partners and six dedicated Google for Startups Campuses located in major cities such as London, Tel Aviv, and São Paulo. Its mission is to foster entrepreneurial success and create a positive impact on the future. By collaborating with over fifty leading startup organizations, Google for Startups enhances local tech ecosystems and supports startups across more than 135 countries. The program provides financial assistance, exclusive programming, and mentorship opportunities. The Google for Startups Campuses serve as collaborative spaces where startup founders can engage with their peers, access educational resources, and receive training from both Google and local experts. These Campuses offer free workspaces, events, and a vibrant community, enabling entrepreneurs to thrive in their respective industries.
Breaze Delivery is a mobile and web app for last-mile delivery services.
Sensagrate
Grant in 2024
Sensagrate, LLC is a company based in Scottsdale, Arizona, founded in 2018, that focuses on developing an infrastructure-to-vehicle (I2V) communication software platform. This platform, known as SensaVision, utilizes roadside sensors to collect data that supports intelligent decision-making for both human-driven and autonomous vehicles. By providing critical information to transportation providers, Sensagrate aims to enhance road safety, improve traffic flow, reduce congestion, and ultimately decrease fatalities. The company's mission is to facilitate safer interactions among road users in preparation for the increasing adoption of connected and autonomous vehicles.
Improving Aviation
Grant in 2024
Improving Aviation being a member of the most extensive, intricate, and safest transportation system in the world makes Improving Aviation very proud.
Chargel
Non Equity Assistance in 2023
Chargel is a freight brokerage platform that facilitates connections between shippers and carriers, enabling efficient matching of available loads. The platform is designed to help carriers identify freight opportunities at any time, thereby minimizing empty miles and maximizing revenue. Additionally, Chargel offers value-added services, including GPS plotters, fuel purchasing assistance at reduced rates, and support for repairs in case of breakdowns. This approach not only allows shippers to access transportation solutions at competitive prices but also helps carriers enhance their operational efficiency and profitability.
RideLink
Non Equity Assistance in 2023
Ridelink turbo charges cargo delivery for small businesses in emerging markets at unbeatable price and speed.
Fez
Non Equity Assistance in 2023
Fez will commit to selling peace to customers —sender and recipient. Delivering the package is their duty; making it stress-free is why they do it.
Charis Unmanned Aerial Solutions
Non Equity Assistance in 2023
CHARISUAS is the first ever unmanned Aerial vehicles leading company in Rwanda. We provide diversified services in UAV industries. These include UAS consulting, UAV building and system integration, pilot and safety training, maintenance of UAVs and much more. Our reputation and professionalism has helped to obtain hard to get exclusive permits to fly in restricted areas.
eWAKA
Non Equity Assistance in 2023
eWAKA is a mobility technology company that specializes in electric cars that are designed to boost productivity and consumer utility.
Voltpost
Non Equity Assistance in 2023
Voltpost is a company that transforms lampposts into smart electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, enhancing accessibility for users. By converting existing lampposts into a modular and upgradable Level 2 charging platform, Voltpost offers a convenient and affordable solution for EV charging. This innovative approach not only simplifies the charging process through a mobile app but also reduces the costs, time, and space typically associated with traditional charging stations. The company aims to accelerate electric vehicle adoption by providing scalable curbside charging options for cities and businesses, ultimately contributing to the decarbonization of mobility and facilitating greater access to charging infrastructure.
BuuPass
Pre Seed Round in 2023
BuuPass is a digital transport solutions provider in Kenya, focusing on simplifying the movement of commuters. As the country's first marketplace for bus, shuttle, and train bookings, BuuPass offers a user-friendly platform that allows individuals to conveniently reserve seats and make payments for their travel needs. The service is designed to enhance the booking experience for urban commuters by enabling online ticket purchases through both smartphone apps and SMS-based options. Founded by young entrepreneurs passionate about addressing everyday transportation challenges, BuuPass aims to empower users with choices that cater to their time and financial preferences. The company envisions a world where seamless travel connects people to opportunities and fosters a borderless lifestyle.
Rider
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Rider is a logistics startup based in Pakistan that focuses on providing innovative solutions for last-mile delivery tailored for online shippers. The company has developed a technology-driven platform that facilitates the delivery of e-commerce products from various online stores and marketplaces directly to customers. Rider offers services such as cash on delivery and a "cash now, deliver later" option, which allows vendors to receive payments promptly while ensuring timely delivery of goods to their customers. This customer-centric approach aims to enhance the overall efficiency of the e-commerce delivery process in the region.
trackNOW
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
trackNOW pvt ltd. is a startup founded by two couples, driven by a shared vision to create practical technology for everyday households. Their flagship product, myskoolbus, is an innovative application designed to track school buses and vans, ensuring that parents can monitor their children's transportation in real-time. The app prioritizes user-friendliness, making it accessible for average users, particularly busy parents. Utilizing advanced location-tracking technology and artificial intelligence, myskoolbus provides instant updates and notifications about vehicle locations, enhancing safety and peace of mind for families. This pioneering solution stands out in the neighborhood as the first of its kind, reflecting the team's commitment to addressing common challenges faced by parents.
BuuPass
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
BuuPass is a digital transport solutions provider in Kenya, focusing on simplifying the movement of commuters. As the country's first marketplace for bus, shuttle, and train bookings, BuuPass offers a user-friendly platform that allows individuals to conveniently reserve seats and make payments for their travel needs. The service is designed to enhance the booking experience for urban commuters by enabling online ticket purchases through both smartphone apps and SMS-based options. Founded by young entrepreneurs passionate about addressing everyday transportation challenges, BuuPass aims to empower users with choices that cater to their time and financial preferences. The company envisions a world where seamless travel connects people to opportunities and fosters a borderless lifestyle.
Kleta
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Kleta is a company that provides bicycle subscription services aimed at enhancing mobility in urban areas. They offer a range of bicycles along with various accessories, including child seats, baskets, helmets, and phone holders, allowing users to select what best suits their needs without any upfront costs. Kleta's service includes options for both monthly and annual subscriptions, as well as bicycle repair and maintenance services, including puncture-resistant wheels. Additionally, they have developed an application that enables riders to report any issues they encounter while using the bicycles, ensuring a smooth and efficient commuting experience.
ZayRide
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
ZayRide's on-demand car service will provide an app that allows you to request taxi and private-drivers through iPhone and Android devices. The app will utilize dispatch software to send the nearest driver to the client's location. Travelers can download the app to see the routes that drivers will be following and book a ride in their vehicle. Both traveler and driver are subjected to a thorough background check to ensure driver and passenger safety.
Haul247
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Haul247 is a logistics technology platform focused on improving the freight industry in Nigeria and Africa through innovative solutions. By providing a cloud-based app, the company simplifies processes such as trucking, warehousing, reverse haulage, and tracking. Its platform connects manufacturing companies and farmers with trucks and warehouses across various locations, enhancing efficiency and transparency in logistics. Utilizing an artificial intelligence algorithm, Haul247 aids customers in making informed decisions that save time and reduce costs, thereby addressing key challenges in the logistics sector.
TurnSignl
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
TurnSignl is a Black-owned tech company that connects drivers to lawyers over video chat in real time during traffic stops and car accidents. Founded in 2020 by three Black professionals, TurnSignl was created to bridge the gap between residents and police and to provide a simple way to help drivers feel safer and empowered on the road. TurnSignl's mission is to protect drivers’ civil rights, de-escalate roadside interactions, and ensure both drivers and law enforcement officers return home safely. The TurnSignl mobile app is available for iOS and Android in all 50 states + DC!
Vecino
Grant in 2022
Vecino is a hyperlocal supply chain platform that focuses on improving last mile delivery by utilizing the available space of local businesses, referred to as "Nano Warehouses," and the delivery capabilities of nearby residents, known as "Neighbors." This innovative approach allows retailers and shipping carriers to consolidate deliveries and pickups efficiently. By connecting local businesses and community members, Vecino enables retailers to quickly place their goods close to customers, while offering carriers urban consolidation centers along their routes. The platform emphasizes sustainable delivery solutions that align with consumer expectations, facilitating a more community-oriented method for fulfilling and delivering goods.
Airpals
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Airpals is a business-to-business platform specializing in workplace logistics and same-day courier services. By employing an agent-driven model, the company automates logistical tasks such as corporate and industrial shipping, allowing operational staff to concentrate on more strategic activities. Airpals provides efficient pickup and drop-off solutions, facilitating seamless parcel coordination for businesses and individual consumers alike. This approach aims to eliminate inefficiencies and enhance productivity by streamlining the shipping process, whether for urgent deliveries within the same day or for scheduled pickups across town.
Colosseum
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Provider of e-commerce logistics services intended for businesses with cargo, early delivery, and easy transportation. The company offers services with advanced artificial intelligence technology supporting small and medium-sized sellers and warehouse owners through an operating tool developed in-house based on long-term distribution and logistics experience so goods can be traded fairly and effectively, allowing online sellers to be relieved about their consignments.
VanOnGo
Grant in 2022
VanOnGo is an AI-powered logistics platform that specializes in last-mile delivery solutions for both merchants and fleets. By focusing on the post-checkout phase of the delivery process, VanOnGo enhances upselling opportunities while ensuring transparent and accurate delivery. The platform connects individuals and businesses with a network of drivers, facilitating same-day or pre-scheduled delivery of bulky goods. This approach simplifies logistics, making it more reliable and cost-effective for clients, ultimately contributing to increased sales and improved customer satisfaction.
Garri Logistics
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Garri Logistics is a digital logistics coordination platform, it is the most reliable way to move cargo in Ethiopia.
SHiiP
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
SHiiP provides individuals and small businesses with the best delivery alternatives, cheap shipping, and real-time cost comparison from all major carriers, as well as on-demand tracking, customer shipment notifications, and smooth return handling.
Bee
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Bee’s mission is to formalize the motorcycle industry in French-speaking Africa.
truQ
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
truQ operates a tech-enabled logistics platform designed to streamline short-haul and intracity logistics. By leveraging real-time technology, truQ connects individuals and businesses with the nearest available vehicles, facilitating efficient transportation solutions. The platform features a mobile application that allows users to quickly sign up and book trips on demand, enhancing convenience and reducing costs for clients. Additionally, truQ provides a SaaS infrastructure that helps businesses coordinate logistics interactions more effectively, along with access to capital for commercial drivers to support their operations and growth.
Fleetsimplify
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Fleetsimplify is a customizable fleet management app to connect vehicle fleet owners with potential drivers, source insurance policies, track and monitor repairs, etc.
Vahak
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
Vahak is an online transport marketplace and directory that connects small and medium-sized logistics businesses with truck owners, brokers, and other transporters across India. The Vahak app allows users to book loads and vehicles from a comprehensive marketplace featuring over one million verified transporters. It offers a platform for listing various transit vehicles, including trucks, lorries, trailers, and containers, organized by ratings, which enhances the visibility and reservation process for users. This service aims to empower transport businesses by providing growth opportunities and facilitating their expansion throughout the country, ultimately helping them increase profits.
nearMe
Non Equity Assistance in 2022
NearMe Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in a mobile application designed for taxi ride-sharing services. Founded in 2017, the application facilitates instant matching of individuals traveling in the same direction, addressing inefficiencies in transportation and commuting. By enabling users to share taxi rides in real time, NearMe aims to improve the commuting experience and promote a more sustainable community. The platform addresses social inefficiencies by connecting users with similar travel interests, ultimately contributing to a more comfortable and efficient commuting solution.
PickMeUp
Grant in 2021
Pickmeup is a technology company focused on providing a mobile platform that connects passengers with drivers in Nigeria. Founded by Michael Okaredje in November 2017 and rebranded as Pickmeup Technologies in January 2020, the company aims to simplify everyday personal transportation needs. Its user-friendly mobile application enables users to book rides quickly and efficiently using GPS technology, which facilitates direct connections to nearby drivers within seconds. Pickmeup's service is designed to offer a safe and reliable commuting experience, making it one of the fastest transport booking solutions available in the African market.
Amitruck
Grant in 2021
Amitruck is a logistics platform based in Nairobi, Kenya, that connects cargo owners with trucking professionals through a mobile and web application. Founded in 2018, the platform allows customers to easily book deliveries and access a network of available trucks. It features a driver application that facilitates communication between clients and transporters, ensuring timely updates on shipments. Amitruck's user-friendly interface enables clients to receive instant quotes and track their deliveries in real-time, offering complete visibility throughout the delivery process.
SEND
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
SEND is a digital freight forwarder and customs broker. We manage the entire process of shipping air and container cargo including customs clearance and final trucking to warehouse or customers.
Zypp Electric
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Zypp Electric is an electric vehicle delivery service focused on last-mile logistics, aiming to transition e-commerce, grocery, medicine, and food deliveries to electric solutions. Through its innovative e-scooter sharing app, Zypp offers users a dockless transportation option, enabling them to locate e-scooters easily and access them via a subscription-based program. The platform not only provides a convenient and affordable alternative for on-demand deliveries but also emphasizes sustainability by minimizing emissions associated with traditional delivery methods. Zypp Electric has successfully established itself as a leader in the electric logistics space, achieving EBITDA positivity while promoting zero-emission practices in urban transportation.
Travelsist
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Travelsist's focus is not only on its products but also on the steps it takes to ensure that each one meets the standards and requirements for cleaning, sanitization, and disinfection.
Enuu
Non Equity Assistance in 2021
Enuu AG is a company based in Biel, Switzerland, that provides a free light electric vehicle (LEV) sharing service designed for urban mobility. Utilizing an app, users can locate available vehicles within designated zones, unlock them, and navigate through the city without needing a driver's license. The service features compact vehicles that are equipped with full bodywork and four wheels, allowing users to travel efficiently on bike lanes while being shielded from inclement weather. Enuu's eco-friendly approach not only offers an affordable travel alternative but also minimizes traffic congestion and reduces pollution, making it an ideal solution for individuals and businesses seeking convenient urban transport.
Paps
Seed Round in 2021
Paps is a transport and logistics company based in Dakar, Senegal, founded in 2016. It provides innovative distribution and delivery solutions tailored for companies and merchants. The company's e-commerce platform facilitates real-time scheduling and tracking of deliveries, enhancing the logistics process. Paps specializes in the distribution of documents and parcels, secure storage of goods, and insured delivery options, including last-mile and relay point services. Additionally, it offers professional services such as cash-on-delivery management, courier provision, returns management, and periodic reporting. The company’s on-demand logistics application features live tracking, an intelligent address system, and automatic dispatch, ensuring clients benefit from timely shipment movements.
tembici.
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Tembici is the leading micro-mobility player in Latin America, providing first and last mile transportation solutions do daily commuters.
TrazFavela
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
TrazFavela is a delivery app that provides shipping for a variety of goods, including packages, food, and freight. delivery from and to the neighborhood with the intention of providing deliveries to outlying areas without establishing a distinction based on geography.
MedHaul
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
MedHaul, Inc. is a company based in Memphis, Tennessee, that specializes in developing a cloud-based software application designed to manage non-emergency transportation for patients. Established in 2017, MedHaul addresses transportation barriers in underserved and rural communities by connecting hospitals and clinics with local transportation providers. The platform serves as a two-sided marketplace, allowing healthcare providers to efficiently schedule and manage patient rides in a single location. By facilitating safe and reliable transportation, MedHaul enhances patient access to healthcare services, ensuring that individuals can reach medical appointments without hurdles.
Jax Rideshare Rentals
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Jax Rideshare Rentals operates as a car rental marketplace that connects rideshare and delivery drivers who lack vehicle access with fleet owners possessing surplus vehicles. The platform provides reliable options for individuals engaged in gig work, allowing them to select cars for rent with convenient features such as same-day pickup and no mileage restrictions. Customers enjoy the flexibility to drive for any rideshare platform, facilitating short-term rentals that cater to their specific needs. This business model addresses the demand for accessible transportation solutions in the growing gig economy.
DeÔnibus I BrasilbyBus
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
DeÔnibus is a bus travel platform with +8 years of experience helping millions of road travelers to book bus tickets online in Brazil. The Platform has +300 registered bus companies and +80% of geographic coverage in Brazil.
Fretespot
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
Fretespot offers a platform that brings shippers and transporters together. The company was founded in 2018 and based in Sao Paulo, Brazil.
Vuxx
Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Vuxx is a logistics company based in São Paulo, Brazil, founded in 2015. It operates an urban logistics platform that connects businesses with independent cargo drivers, facilitating the movement of goods efficiently. The platform provides a comprehensive suite of services, including routing, quoting, dispatching, real-time tracking, billing, and analytics, all integrated within a digital marketplace. This modular approach allows retailers, shippers, and distributors to manage their logistics needs effectively, enabling quick vehicle allocation and instant ordering. Vuxx aims to streamline the logistics process, reducing costs while enhancing control over cargo transportation.
Kar4kids
Non Equity Assistance in 2019
Kar4kids is a transport application that provides child mobility solutions for parents thinking of facilitating their family's routine. The app allows children and young people to do the activities that will most contribute to their future - languages, swimming, programming, among others -, without mothers and guardians having to travel for this. Kar4kids was established in 2018 and is based in Mogi das Cruzes, SP, Brazil.
Retina Vision
Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Retina Vision offers a vehicle tracking system using computational vision with intelligent cameras pinned in strategic lanes.
Hubbon
Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Hubbon is an app that makes shopping at airports become more simple. It was based in Guarulhos, Brazil.
Embalare
Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Embalare serves every company that has products that need protection during transportation, avoiding damages and keeping them in perfect condition to their destination. It offers pallets and wooden boxes for Intermodal transport of pieces and Export, Cachepô for Flower Arrangements, Boxes for Wines, Pedagogical Toys, and Doghouses.
Mandaê
Non Equity Assistance in 2018
Mandaê is a Brazilian logistics company that leverages technology to enhance the delivery industry, offering an innovative and streamlined service for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). By providing a digital platform, Mandaê manages the entire parcel supply chain, including pickups, cross-docking, and last-mile transport, without owning physical assets. This model allows SMBs to utilize private transporters, significantly reducing their shipping costs by up to 35% compared to traditional postal services. Mandaê’s mission is to "Connect Stories" through logistics, ensuring a high-quality and efficient shipping experience. The company has received substantial investment from prominent Latin American investors and has gained recognition through various awards, including the ABComm Innovation in E-commerce Logistics Award and the São Paulo “Smart Cities” category of the 1776 Challenge Cup.
Quotiss
Non Equity Assistance in 2017
Quotiss is a Sales Automation Software for the freight forwarders. “Quotiss” stands for “Quote It Smart and Simple”. Quotiss is a practical software solution for freight forwarders, which simplifies freight rate management and automates freight quotes for all transport modes. Quotiss is an optimal choice for freight forwarders of any size and specialty, who want to simplify, digitize, and automate their sales process and sell more, faster. If you would like to know more about our company and our product, please contact us at contact@quotiss.com
Logispot
Non Equity Assistance in 2017
Logispot is a transportation and logistics company based in Seoul, South Korea, founded in 2016. It operates a digital platform designed to streamline the fragmented cargo transportation market. The platform offers integrated transport management, as well as management of incoming and outgoing logistics, allowing for efficient coordination with customers' internal systems. This functionality enables clients to experience hassle-free transportation of goods and services, improving overall operational efficiency.
Callbus
Non Equity Assistance in 2016
Callbus is a bus-sharing service that operates through a mobile application, connecting passengers traveling in the same direction during late-night hours when public transportation is unavailable. The service is membership-based and utilizes minibusses to provide transportation options. Callbus facilitates price comparison, ticket bidding, and reservation services, ensuring that passengers can secure convenient and affordable transport late at night. By leveraging technology, Callbus addresses the need for reliable transportation outside regular public transit hours.
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