British International Investment

British International Investment is a development finance institution and impact investor based in London, United Kingdom. Established in 1948 and wholly owned by the UK Government's Department for International Development, BII aims to foster long-term economic growth and sustainability in emerging markets, particularly in Africa and South Asia. The institution invests across various sectors, including infrastructure, health, and agribusiness, with a focus on job creation and business development. BII provides financial support through debt, equity capital, and mezzanine financing, both directly and via intermediaries, catering to a wide range of industries such as distribution, education, consulting, logistics, and electronics.

Samir Abhyankar

Managing Director, Head of Financial Services Group and Member of the Investment and Executive Committee

Benson Adenuga

Head of Office and Coverage Director, Nigeria and Member of Investment teams

Andrew Brown

Managing Director, Deputy Co-Chief Investment Officer and Chairman of the investment committee for Funds and Venture Capital and Financial Services equity transactions

Leandro Cuccioli

Director and Head of Manufacturing, Agribusiness and Forestry

Seema Dhanani

Head of Kenya and Coverage Director East Africa

Hayley Fenton

Investment Associate, Infrastructure - Energy Access and Efficiency

Jo Fry

Investment Director and Head of Intermediated Financial services

Craig Gifford

Head of Private Equity Funds and Co-Investments

Diana Kolar

Investment Manager, Innovative Finance

Maria Largey

Managing Director, Chief Impact Officer and Member of the Investment and Executive Committee

Srinivasan Nagarajan

Managing Director, Head of Asia and Member of the Investment and Executive Committee

Stephen Priestley

Managing Director, Financial Services Group

Rehan Rashid

Country Director, Bangladesh

Sherine Shohdy

Head of Egypt Office and Coverage Director

Abhinav Sinha

Managing Director

Tenbite Ermias

Managing Director, Africa

Chirantan Patnaik

Director, Venture Capital

Roman Frenkel

Director and Head of Food, Agriculture and Natural Capital

Kwabena Asante-Poku

Coverage Director for Ghana and Member of Investment teams

Past deals in Logistics

Euler Motors

Corporate Round in 2025
Euler Motors is an automotive technology startup specializing in commercial electric vehicles, particularly electric three-wheelers designed for intra-city goods transportation. The company aims to accelerate India's transition to sustainable mobility by addressing the challenges of last-mile logistics for e-commerce and third-party logistics providers. By providing a comprehensive "mobility as a service" solution, Euler Motors seeks to facilitate the mass-market adoption of electric vehicles, thereby contributing to the Electric Vehicle Revolution in India. Their vehicles not only promise lower maintenance costs but also help reduce the overall cost of fleet operations for users.

Valency International

Venture Round in 2025
Valency International is a global commodities trading company, specializing in the sale and purchase of a wide array of products, including agriculture, fertilizer, industrial, and other commodities. It serves diverse industrial sectors by facilitating the trade of steel, iron ore, fertilizers, raw nuts, timber chemicals, and agricultural products, aiming to provide clients with affordable and reasonable pricing.

Euler Motors

Series C in 2024
Euler Motors is an automotive technology startup specializing in commercial electric vehicles, particularly electric three-wheelers designed for intra-city goods transportation. The company aims to accelerate India's transition to sustainable mobility by addressing the challenges of last-mile logistics for e-commerce and third-party logistics providers. By providing a comprehensive "mobility as a service" solution, Euler Motors seeks to facilitate the mass-market adoption of electric vehicles, thereby contributing to the Electric Vehicle Revolution in India. Their vehicles not only promise lower maintenance costs but also help reduce the overall cost of fleet operations for users.

Euler Motors

Series C in 2023
Euler Motors is an automotive technology startup specializing in commercial electric vehicles, particularly electric three-wheelers designed for intra-city goods transportation. The company aims to accelerate India's transition to sustainable mobility by addressing the challenges of last-mile logistics for e-commerce and third-party logistics providers. By providing a comprehensive "mobility as a service" solution, Euler Motors seeks to facilitate the mass-market adoption of electric vehicles, thereby contributing to the Electric Vehicle Revolution in India. Their vehicles not only promise lower maintenance costs but also help reduce the overall cost of fleet operations for users.

Bizongo

Series E in 2023
Bizongo is a tech-enabled B2B e-commerce and supply chain platform specializing in customized goods, including packaging, textiles, and apparel. Founded in 2015 by three IIT graduates, the company aims to digitize the fragmented B2B segment of made-to-order products. Bizongo offers a comprehensive suite of services such as digital vendor management, supply chain automation, and supply chain financing. Its platform connects businesses with a network of over 1,500 curated manufacturers, addressing key challenges like inventory management and operational efficiency. Through its innovative approach, Bizongo seeks to streamline the supply chain process, reduce costs, and facilitate easier contract management for its clients.

Ecom Express

Venture Round in 2023
Ecom Express is a technology-enabled logistics solutions provider focused on the Indian e-commerce sector. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New Delhi, the company offers comprehensive logistics services across over 2,650 towns and more than 27,000 pin codes in India, reaching over 95% of the country's population. Ecom Express serves some of India's largest e-commerce players and handles nearly 1 million shipments daily through a network of 2,800 delivery centers. The company leverages advanced technology and automation to streamline logistics processes, including first-mile pickup, processing, network optimization, and last-mile delivery. With a team possessing over 100 years of combined experience in the express logistics industry, Ecom Express is well-positioned to meet the evolving demands of the rapidly growing e-commerce market in India.

MaxAB

Series B in 2022
MaxAB is a B2B e-commerce platform based in Cairo, Egypt, founded in 2018, that connects food and grocery retailers with suppliers in underserved areas. The company focuses on re-engineering the informal grocery and food market by utilizing innovative technologies and supply chain solutions tailored to the specific needs of retailers. MaxAB's mobile platform facilitates an e-marketplace and provides logistics services for efficient distribution of goods. By streamlining procurement and grocery delivery processes, MaxAB aims to empower retailers with access to a diverse range of products, premium service, and operational support, ultimately enhancing their ability to manage their businesses effectively.

Ecom Express

Venture Round in 2022
Ecom Express is a technology-enabled logistics solutions provider focused on the Indian e-commerce sector. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New Delhi, the company offers comprehensive logistics services across over 2,650 towns and more than 27,000 pin codes in India, reaching over 95% of the country's population. Ecom Express serves some of India's largest e-commerce players and handles nearly 1 million shipments daily through a network of 2,800 delivery centers. The company leverages advanced technology and automation to streamline logistics processes, including first-mile pickup, processing, network optimization, and last-mile delivery. With a team possessing over 100 years of combined experience in the express logistics industry, Ecom Express is well-positioned to meet the evolving demands of the rapidly growing e-commerce market in India.

Medikabazaar

Series D in 2022
Medikabazaar is an online B2B marketplace dedicated to the procurement of medical supplies and equipment. It serves as a centralized platform for medical institutions and individual practitioners, helping them reduce operational costs while providing access to a wide range of global brands. The company connects with over 50,000 medical establishments and 150,000 independent practitioners across India, partnering with more than 13,000 suppliers, including those in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. Medikabazaar utilizes technology to streamline the procurement process in a complex market, featuring a voice-based search engine and an online payment portal for user convenience. Its efficient last-mile delivery system, supported by 26 strategically located fulfillment centers, ensures timely delivery of essential medical supplies, thereby enhancing the quality of patient care across diverse healthcare facilities.

Loadshare Networks

Series C in 2022
Loadshare Networks Private Limited is a logistics service provider based in Bengaluru, India, with additional offices in Kolkata, New Delhi, and Guwahati. Founded in 2017, the company specializes in a wide range of logistics solutions, including first mile, line-haul, last mile deliveries, e-commerce forward deliveries, and reverse pickups. It serves various sectors, including e-commerce and financial services, focusing on both business-to-consumer (B2C) and business-to-business (B2B) logistics. Loadshare's technology-driven platform enhances logistics management by enabling small and medium businesses to efficiently connect with shippers through a network of regional partners. The company's operations extend across multiple regions in India, including North East, East India, South India, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh, as well as metropolitan areas.

Bizongo

Series D in 2021
Bizongo is a tech-enabled B2B e-commerce and supply chain platform specializing in customized goods, including packaging, textiles, and apparel. Founded in 2015 by three IIT graduates, the company aims to digitize the fragmented B2B segment of made-to-order products. Bizongo offers a comprehensive suite of services such as digital vendor management, supply chain automation, and supply chain financing. Its platform connects businesses with a network of over 1,500 curated manufacturers, addressing key challenges like inventory management and operational efficiency. Through its innovative approach, Bizongo seeks to streamline the supply chain process, reduce costs, and facilitate easier contract management for its clients.

Leap India

Debt Financing in 2021
Leap India Food and Logistics Limited is an agricultural warehousing and logistics company based in Coimbatore, India. Founded in 2016, the company specializes in the manufacture and operation of agricultural silos, providing modern grain storage facilities and logistics services. Leap India's focus is on addressing grain storage challenges in India by developing and managing efficient food storage and logistics platforms. These services support both government and commercial organizations by facilitating dedicated corridors for effective mass handling of grains, addressing needs in both procurement and deficit areas.

Medikabazaar

Series C in 2021
Medikabazaar is an online B2B marketplace dedicated to the procurement of medical supplies and equipment. It serves as a centralized platform for medical institutions and individual practitioners, helping them reduce operational costs while providing access to a wide range of global brands. The company connects with over 50,000 medical establishments and 150,000 independent practitioners across India, partnering with more than 13,000 suppliers, including those in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. Medikabazaar utilizes technology to streamline the procurement process in a complex market, featuring a voice-based search engine and an online payment portal for user convenience. Its efficient last-mile delivery system, supported by 26 strategically located fulfillment centers, ensures timely delivery of essential medical supplies, thereby enhancing the quality of patient care across diverse healthcare facilities.

Halan

Venture Round in 2021
Halan is an Egyptian technology company established in 2017, operating a mobile application that caters to various consumer needs through a single platform. The app offers ride-hailing services for two and three-wheeler vehicles, on-demand logistics solutions, food delivery, and goods transportation via motorbikes or cargo tricycles. Halan also facilitates e-payments and microfinance services for its users. It has partnered with prominent fast-food chains in Egypt to provide last-mile delivery services using smart-tech integrated systems. The company aims to enhance convenience and safety for customers while offering incremental business opportunities for drivers, supporting both large organizations and small businesses in their distribution needs.

Medikabazaar

Debt Financing in 2021
Medikabazaar is an online B2B marketplace dedicated to the procurement of medical supplies and equipment. It serves as a centralized platform for medical institutions and individual practitioners, helping them reduce operational costs while providing access to a wide range of global brands. The company connects with over 50,000 medical establishments and 150,000 independent practitioners across India, partnering with more than 13,000 suppliers, including those in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. Medikabazaar utilizes technology to streamline the procurement process in a complex market, featuring a voice-based search engine and an online payment portal for user convenience. Its efficient last-mile delivery system, supported by 26 strategically located fulfillment centers, ensures timely delivery of essential medical supplies, thereby enhancing the quality of patient care across diverse healthcare facilities.

Bizongo

Series C in 2021
Bizongo is a tech-enabled B2B e-commerce and supply chain platform specializing in customized goods, including packaging, textiles, and apparel. Founded in 2015 by three IIT graduates, the company aims to digitize the fragmented B2B segment of made-to-order products. Bizongo offers a comprehensive suite of services such as digital vendor management, supply chain automation, and supply chain financing. Its platform connects businesses with a network of over 1,500 curated manufacturers, addressing key challenges like inventory management and operational efficiency. Through its innovative approach, Bizongo seeks to streamline the supply chain process, reduce costs, and facilitate easier contract management for its clients.

Ecom Express

Venture Round in 2021
Ecom Express is a technology-enabled logistics solutions provider focused on the Indian e-commerce sector. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New Delhi, the company offers comprehensive logistics services across over 2,650 towns and more than 27,000 pin codes in India, reaching over 95% of the country's population. Ecom Express serves some of India's largest e-commerce players and handles nearly 1 million shipments daily through a network of 2,800 delivery centers. The company leverages advanced technology and automation to streamline logistics processes, including first-mile pickup, processing, network optimization, and last-mile delivery. With a team possessing over 100 years of combined experience in the express logistics industry, Ecom Express is well-positioned to meet the evolving demands of the rapidly growing e-commerce market in India.

Ergos

Series A in 2021
Ergos is a company focused on transforming the agricultural supply chain through the establishment of micro warehouses. Headquartered in Patna, Bihar, Ergos operates as a grain bank, providing farmers with essential services such as storage, digitization, credit, and market linkages. By leveraging technology, the company enables farmers to store their produce in a scientifically managed environment, thus minimizing wastage and allowing them to avoid distress sales during harvest seasons. This approach not only meets their immediate liquidity needs through partnerships with financial institutions but also empowers farmers to sell their produce at optimal times. As a result, farmers can achieve income increases of 25% to 30%. Founded in 2012, Ergos aims to convert agricultural produce into financial assets, enhancing the overall economic stability of rural farmers.

Bizongo

Series C in 2021
Bizongo is a tech-enabled B2B e-commerce and supply chain platform specializing in customized goods, including packaging, textiles, and apparel. Founded in 2015 by three IIT graduates, the company aims to digitize the fragmented B2B segment of made-to-order products. Bizongo offers a comprehensive suite of services such as digital vendor management, supply chain automation, and supply chain financing. Its platform connects businesses with a network of over 1,500 curated manufacturers, addressing key challenges like inventory management and operational efficiency. Through its innovative approach, Bizongo seeks to streamline the supply chain process, reduce costs, and facilitate easier contract management for its clients.

TVS Industrial & Logistics Parks

Private Equity Round in 2020
TVS Industrial & Logistics Parks Private Limited specializes in the design and construction of industrial infrastructure, including warehouses and logistics parks. Established in 2005 and headquartered in Mumbai, India, the company operates across various strategic locations such as Ernakulam, Bhubaneswar, Chakan, Hosur, Chennai, Pune, and Kanchipuram. It offers a comprehensive range of services, including land acquisition, facility design, construction, and commissioning tailored to client needs. The company's logistics parks feature storage facilities, dormitory services, and container freight stations, supporting sectors such as e-commerce, retail, automotive, energy, and agriculture. Additionally, TVS Industrial & Logistics Parks provides integrated facilities management services and engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) solutions, emphasizing advanced construction methodologies and sustainable design.

Ecom Express

Private Equity Round in 2020
Ecom Express is a technology-enabled logistics solutions provider focused on the Indian e-commerce sector. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New Delhi, the company offers comprehensive logistics services across over 2,650 towns and more than 27,000 pin codes in India, reaching over 95% of the country's population. Ecom Express serves some of India's largest e-commerce players and handles nearly 1 million shipments daily through a network of 2,800 delivery centers. The company leverages advanced technology and automation to streamline logistics processes, including first-mile pickup, processing, network optimization, and last-mile delivery. With a team possessing over 100 years of combined experience in the express logistics industry, Ecom Express is well-positioned to meet the evolving demands of the rapidly growing e-commerce market in India.

Loadshare Networks

Series B in 2020
Loadshare Networks Private Limited is a logistics service provider based in Bengaluru, India, with additional offices in Kolkata, New Delhi, and Guwahati. Founded in 2017, the company specializes in a wide range of logistics solutions, including first mile, line-haul, last mile deliveries, e-commerce forward deliveries, and reverse pickups. It serves various sectors, including e-commerce and financial services, focusing on both business-to-consumer (B2C) and business-to-business (B2B) logistics. Loadshare's technology-driven platform enhances logistics management by enabling small and medium businesses to efficiently connect with shippers through a network of regional partners. The company's operations extend across multiple regions in India, including North East, East India, South India, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh, as well as metropolitan areas.

Ecom Express

Private Equity Round in 2019
Ecom Express is a technology-enabled logistics solutions provider focused on the Indian e-commerce sector. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New Delhi, the company offers comprehensive logistics services across over 2,650 towns and more than 27,000 pin codes in India, reaching over 95% of the country's population. Ecom Express serves some of India's largest e-commerce players and handles nearly 1 million shipments daily through a network of 2,800 delivery centers. The company leverages advanced technology and automation to streamline logistics processes, including first-mile pickup, processing, network optimization, and last-mile delivery. With a team possessing over 100 years of combined experience in the express logistics industry, Ecom Express is well-positioned to meet the evolving demands of the rapidly growing e-commerce market in India.

Jumia Group

Venture Round in 2019
Jumia Group operates a pan-African e-commerce platform, connecting consumers and businesses across the continent. It offers a wide range of products and services, from consumer goods to online travel, through its marketplace. Jumia also provides logistics services for package delivery and a payment service for transactions on its platform. The company generates revenue through sales of goods, commissions, fulfillment, value-added services, and marketing & advertising. Jumia's primary revenue source is the West Africa segment.

Loadshare Networks

Seed Round in 2017
Loadshare Networks Private Limited is a logistics service provider based in Bengaluru, India, with additional offices in Kolkata, New Delhi, and Guwahati. Founded in 2017, the company specializes in a wide range of logistics solutions, including first mile, line-haul, last mile deliveries, e-commerce forward deliveries, and reverse pickups. It serves various sectors, including e-commerce and financial services, focusing on both business-to-consumer (B2C) and business-to-business (B2B) logistics. Loadshare's technology-driven platform enhances logistics management by enabling small and medium businesses to efficiently connect with shippers through a network of regional partners. The company's operations extend across multiple regions in India, including North East, East India, South India, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh, as well as metropolitan areas.

Africa Logistic Properties

Venture Round in 2017
Africa Logistics Properties Ltd. is an integrated commercial property company focused on the logistics and industrial sector in Africa. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, the company specializes in the acquisition, development, and management of modern logistics and warehousing facilities across the continent. It designs and leases warehouses tailored to the occupier lease market, as well as build-to-suit facilities for clients with specific requirements. Additionally, Africa Logistics Properties operates multi-tenant distribution parks and offers sale and leaseback financing, property management, and other value-added services. The management team possesses extensive experience in industrial investment within emerging markets and adheres to international building standards, ensuring high-quality infrastructure for its clients.

Jumia Group

Series C in 2016
Jumia Group operates a pan-African e-commerce platform, connecting consumers and businesses across the continent. It offers a wide range of products and services, from consumer goods to online travel, through its marketplace. Jumia also provides logistics services for package delivery and a payment service for transactions on its platform. The company generates revenue through sales of goods, commissions, fulfillment, value-added services, and marketing & advertising. Jumia's primary revenue source is the West Africa segment.

Pristine Logistics & Infraprojects

Venture Round in 2015
Pristine Logistics & InfraProjects Pvt. Ltd. is a logistics solutions provider based in New Delhi, India, established in 2008. The company specializes in offering a range of services, including container train management, terminal management, advisory services, and warehousing. It focuses on developing and operating logistics infrastructure that supports both container and non-container transportation, encompassing rail and road services. By delivering integrated logistics solutions, Pristine Logistics aims to meet the diverse needs of its clients, facilitating efficient movement of goods across the country.

Jumia Group

Series C in 2014
Jumia Group operates a pan-African e-commerce platform, connecting consumers and businesses across the continent. It offers a wide range of products and services, from consumer goods to online travel, through its marketplace. Jumia also provides logistics services for package delivery and a payment service for transactions on its platform. The company generates revenue through sales of goods, commissions, fulfillment, value-added services, and marketing & advertising. Jumia's primary revenue source is the West Africa segment.

Grindrod

Post in 2014
Grindrod is a logistics company based in South Africa, operating in 32 countries and employing over 5,500 skilled professionals. The company focuses on creating sustainable returns and long-term value for its shareholders through its three main divisions: Freight Services, Shipping, and Financial Services. Grindrod offers a comprehensive range of solutions, including terminal operations, port management, rail logistics, maritime transport, and project logistics. Its Freight Services division specializes in handling dry-bulk commodities along key trade corridors in South Africa, Mozambique, and Namibia, while its Logistics segment provides services such as ships agency, clearing and forwarding, and container handling. By investing in assets and opportunities, particularly in sectors like oil and gas, dry bulk, and containerized cargo, Grindrod aims to become a fully integrated freight logistics and shipping service provider.

Valency International

Valency International is a global commodities trading company, specializing in the sale and purchase of a wide array of products, including agriculture, fertilizer, industrial, and other commodities. It serves diverse industrial sectors by facilitating the trade of steel, iron ore, fertilizers, raw nuts, timber chemicals, and agricultural products, aiming to provide clients with affordable and reasonable pricing.
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