🚢 Revolutionizing Logistics
Amsterdam-based Cargoplot, founded in 2021, aims to simplify logistics for importers and exporters. By connecting users with logistics providers, it addresses global freight challenges. The platform uses AI to provide real-time updates on shipping disruptions and pricing volatility. Founders Maarten de Reij, Daniel Schreij, and Henk-Jan Meijer aim to make global logistics transparent and efficient, especially during high-pressure periods like the holidays.
📈 Fresh Funding to Expand
Cargoplot secured $4.2M in equity funding, led by logistics veteran Ubbo Hempenius, former H&S Group executive. This builds on earlier investments, including $1.1M in pre-Seed funding in 2023. Hempenius brings industry expertise to drive growth. The new funding will enhance platform capabilities and expand its services to more businesses managing supply chains under pressure from geopolitical unrest and holiday demand surges.
💡 Cutting-Edge Features
Cargoplot offers a range of AI-powered tools for logistics management. Users gain instant access to shipping prices, transit times, and a marketplace fostering competition. The software’s real-time support and coordination streamline global supply chain operations, making it easier for businesses to adapt to market shifts. The platform also improves cost management by helping users negotiate better deals with service providers.
🔮 Future of Global Logistics
CEO Maarten de Reij sees this funding as a vote of confidence. "Our vision is to revolutionize global logistics," he says. The funds will enable Cargoplot to support businesses during critical times, ensuring reliable, competitive services. With geopolitical instability and increasing e-commerce demand, the need for streamlined logistics has never been greater. Cargoplot’s scalable model positions it as a key player in the industry’s future.
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