theDOCK

theDOCK is a venture capital firm founded in 2017 and based in Haifa, Israel. It specializes in investing in startups that are developing technologies for the maritime, supply chain, and offshore sectors. theDOCK fosters collaboration among three primary communities: entrepreneurs, corporates, and investors. By connecting leading corporations with innovative startups, the firm promotes digital advancements aimed at enhancing efficiency, safety, and environmental sustainability within these industries. Through its diverse portfolio, theDOCK aims to drive significant changes in the maritime and supply chain sectors, while also providing investors with the opportunity to benefit from the innovative solutions emerging from this ecosystem.

Hannan Carmeli

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Nir Gartzman

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Michal Hendel-Sufa

Principal

Past deals in Transport and logistics

Harbor Lab

Series A in 2024
Harbor Lab is a technology company that specializes in providing software solutions for the maritime industry. Its primary product is a cloud-based platform designed to optimize port operations and disbursement processes. This platform aims to enhance operational efficiency by streamlining disbursement account analysis for ship owners, management companies, and charterers.

Orca AI

Series A in 2023
Orca AI, founded in 2018 by a team of Navy veterans, is a maritime technology startup based in the United States. The company offers a comprehensive software solution that leverages artificial intelligence and computer vision to enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability for shipping companies. Its platform detects, analyzes, and alerts users to dangerous scenarios in waterways and deep waters, significantly reducing the risk of collisions and human error. By October 2024, Orca AI had secured bookings for 900 vessels, with 550 installations completed across various segments of the shipping industry. The platform is utilized by major industry players, including MSC, Seaspan, and NYK. With a workforce of 80 employees, Orca AI operates offices in London, Athens, Singapore, and Tel Aviv, and has raised a total of $38 million in funding over two rounds from venture capitalists in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Israel.

Harbor Lab

Seed Round in 2022
Harbor Lab is a technology company that specializes in providing software solutions for the maritime industry. Its primary product is a cloud-based platform designed to optimize port operations and disbursement processes. This platform aims to enhance operational efficiency by streamlining disbursement account analysis for ship owners, management companies, and charterers.

Hoopo

Series A in 2022
Hoopo is a company specializing in geolocation solutions for low-power, wide-area networks. Its technology facilitates the tracking and monitoring of logistics operations by providing real-time data and analytics. This enables businesses to efficiently manage their logistics and assets both indoors and outdoors, thanks to the capability of transmitting messages and data over long distances. Hoopo's systems are designed to be cost-effective, maintaining affordable ownership and power efficiency while enhancing the overall management of logistics operations.

WaveBL

Series A in 2019
WaveBL is a digital platform that employs proprietary blockchain technology to facilitate the electronic transfer of trade documents, specifically electronic Bills of Lading. The platform allows for instant, encrypted, and authenticated transmission of these documents, ensuring compliance with established global processes and regulations. Designed to serve various stakeholders in the trade ecosystem—such as shipping companies, agents, brokers, and banks—WaveBL enhances communication by providing a decentralized and secure network for remote interactions. The company has established strong partnerships with leading players in global trade, aiming to accelerate the digital transformation and adoption of electronic documentation within the industry.

DockTech

Pre Seed Round in 2019
DockTech is a technology company that specializes in water depth monitoring to enhance maritime operations. It offers a cloud and AI-based dredging monitoring system that provides real-time information on waterway conditions, allowing for better cargo optimization and increased utilization on ships. By delivering depth assurance, DockTech aims to improve navigation safety and reduce seabed maintenance costs. The company's solutions utilize predictive analytics and dynamic data to facilitate efficient resource allocation at ports, ultimately enhancing the overall efficiency of the maritime supply chain.

Orca AI

Seed Round in 2019
Orca AI, founded in 2018 by a team of Navy veterans, is a maritime technology startup based in the United States. The company offers a comprehensive software solution that leverages artificial intelligence and computer vision to enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability for shipping companies. Its platform detects, analyzes, and alerts users to dangerous scenarios in waterways and deep waters, significantly reducing the risk of collisions and human error. By October 2024, Orca AI had secured bookings for 900 vessels, with 550 installations completed across various segments of the shipping industry. The platform is utilized by major industry players, including MSC, Seaspan, and NYK. With a workforce of 80 employees, Orca AI operates offices in London, Athens, Singapore, and Tel Aviv, and has raised a total of $38 million in funding over two rounds from venture capitalists in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Israel.
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