If you're building a supply chain management startup, you must check these 15 companies that have joined the unicorn club.
There is a massive demand for supply chain management companies.
Venture capitalists and other investors have realized this and are always on the lookout to invest in the next big unicorn, which is a company worth more than $1 billion.
Many companies have already earned such a lofty position.
Here is a list of some supply chain management unicorn startups that have already become billion-dollar companies.
Convoy is a real-time, demand-based digital freight network to bring efficiency and transparency between shippers and carriers.
Details of the startup:
Valuation:
$2.75
B (
September 2018
)
Country:
United States
City:
Seattle
Started in:
2015
Founders:
Dan Lewis, Grant Goodale
Industries:
Freight Service, Logistics, Service Industry, Supply Chain Management, Transportation
Number of employees:
500-1,000
Funding Amount:
$665,500,000
Number of funding rounds:
8
Number of investors:
45
Delhivery is a modern logistics service provider that develops customized supply chain solutions for enterprises.
Details of the startup:
Valuation:
$1.50
B (
February 2019
)
Country:
India
City:
Gurgaon
Started in:
2011
Founders:
Bhavesh Manglani, Kapil Bharati, Mohit Tandon, Sahil Barua, Suraj Saharan
Industries:
E-Commerce, Freight Service, Last Mile Transportation, Logistics, Shipping, Supply Chain Management, Transportation, Warehousing
Number of employees:
5,000-10,000
Funding Amount:
$959,569,361
Number of funding rounds:
10
Number of investors:
9
Dmall is a solution that makes brick-and-mortar stores smarter and more connected to their customers.
Details of the startup:
Valuation:
$2
B (
October 2020
)
Country:
China
City:
Haidian
Started in:
2015
Founders:
Feng Zhang, Jiangfeng Liu, Jie Lin, Wenzhi Li, Wenzhong Zhang, Xin Han
Industries:
Food Delivery, Retail, Supply Chain Management
Number of employees:
50-100
Funding Amount:
$527,820,304
Number of funding rounds:
4
Number of investors:
8
Flexport is a low-cost, full-service global freight forwarder and logistics platform that reduces friction in international trade.
Details of the startup:
Valuation:
$3.20
B (
April 2018
)
Country:
United States
City:
San Francisco
Started in:
2013
Founders:
Ryan Petersen, Susanne Schöneberg
Industries:
Freight Service, Logistics, SaaS, Shipping, Supply Chain Management
Number of employees:
1,000-5,000
Funding Amount:
$1,304,000,000
Number of funding rounds:
9
Number of investors:
70
FXiaoKe is a cloud-based mobile communication platform that leverages the power of social media and mobile devices to improve team performance.
Details of the startup:
Valuation:
$1.00
B (
July 2015
)
Country:
China
City:
Beijing
Started in:
2011
Founders:
Luo Xu
Industries:
CRM, Customer Service, Internet, SaaS, Software, Supply Chain Management
Number of employees:
250-500
Funding Amount:
$293,000,000
Number of funding rounds:
9
Number of investors:
11
Huitongda is an integrated logistics service provider with a broad range of solutions enabling Chinese consumers to shop at home for the widest selection of trusted imported brands.
Details of the startup:
Valuation:
$3.18
B (
December 2017
)
Country:
China
City:
Nanjing
Started in:
2010
Founders:
Xiuxian Xu
Industries:
E-Commerce, Logistics, Retail, Supply Chain Management
Number of employees:
10-50
Funding Amount:
CN¥6,300,000,000
Number of funding rounds:
5
Number of investors:
8
Jusda works with manufacturers to deliver excellence in supply chain visibility.
Details of the startup:
Valuation:
$2.20
B (
January 2019
)
Country:
China
City:
Shenzhen
Started in:
2014
Founders:
No Data
Industries:
Electronics, Logistics, Supply Chain Management
Number of employees:
1,000-5,000
Funding Amount:
CN¥2,400,000,000
Number of funding rounds:
1
Number of investors:
6
Manner is a specialty coffee chain, committed to exceptional atmosphere, taste, and style while maintaining a sustainable work environment.
Details of the startup:
Valuation:
$1.30
B (
December 2020
)
Country:
China
City:
Shanghai
Started in:
2015
Founders:
No Data
Industries:
Coffee, Food and Beverage, Supply Chain Management
Number of employees:
50-100
Funding Amount:
No Data
Number of funding rounds:
2
Number of investors:
3
Relativity Space is a US-based aerospace company that specializes in building 3D printed rockets.
Details of the startup:
Valuation:
$2.30
B (
November 2020
)
Country:
United States
City:
Long Beach
Started in:
2016
Founders:
Jordan Noone, Tim Ellis
Industries:
3D Technology, Aerospace, Artificial Intelligence, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management
Number of employees:
250-500
Funding Amount:
$685,720,000
Number of funding rounds:
5
Number of investors:
37
Shanghai ANE Logistics is an LTL freight forwarder with a franchise model that offers local touch and cost efficiency.
Details of the startup:
Valuation:
$1.20
B (
July 1905
)
Country:
China
City:
Shangzhou
Started in:
2010
Founders:
No Data
Industries:
Delivery, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation
Number of employees:
10,000+
Funding Amount:
$970,000,000
Number of funding rounds:
7
Number of investors:
13
Thrasio is a data driven investment firm that acquires growing Amazon e-commerce businesses.
Details of the startup:
Valuation:
$6.00
B (
July 2020
)
Country:
United States
City:
Walpole
Started in:
2018
Founders:
Carlos Cashman, Joshua Silberstein
Industries:
Brand Marketing, Consumer Goods, E-Commerce, Product Management, Supply Chain Management
Number of employees:
500-1,000
Funding Amount:
$1,746,500,000
Number of funding rounds:
10
Number of investors:
20
Uber Freight allows truck drivers to transport all types of goods for local, long distance, and regional shipping companies.
Details of the startup:
Valuation:
$3.30
B (
October 2020
)
Country:
United States
City:
San Francisco
Started in:
2017
Founders:
Bill Driegert, Brian Cristol, Charlie Bergevin, John Stauffer
Industries:
Apps, Logistics, Mobile Apps, Supply Chain Management
Number of employees:
10,000+
Funding Amount:
$500,000,000
Number of funding rounds:
1
Number of investors:
1
XINGYUN GROUP provides an international service network in China, covering all aspects of business and trade for our customers.
Details of the startup:
Valuation:
$2.00
B (
September 2020
)
Country:
China
City:
Shenzhen
Started in:
2015
Founders:
Billy Wang
Industries:
B2B, Cosmetics, E-Commerce, Logistics, Supply Chain Management
Number of employees:
500-1,000
Funding Amount:
$949,506,218
Number of funding rounds:
6
Number of investors:
18
YH Global provides comprehensive transport distribution solutions that enable cost savings, faster turnaround times, and improved efficiency. They have a full service logistics company that integrates all modes of transportation including air, sea, road, and rail to transport your goods worldwide.
Details of the startup:
Valuation:
$1.00
B (
September 2017
)
Country:
China
City:
Shenzhen
Started in:
1997
Founders:
Zhang Quan
Industries:
Automotive, Freight Service, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation
Number of employees:
50-100
Funding Amount:
$182,000,000
Number of funding rounds:
1
Number of investors:
5
Yijiupi is a one-of-a-kind e-commerce platform that connects beverage suppliers and consumers directly. With this innovative business model, they are transforming the beverage industry.
Details of the startup:
Valuation:
$1.50
B (
September 2018
)
Country:
China
City:
Wuhu
Started in:
2014
Founders:
Sheng Qiang Chen, Shi Tao
Industries:
B2B, E-Commerce, Food and Beverage, Supply Chain Management, Wine And Spirits
Number of employees:
1,000-5,000
Funding Amount:
$511,361,922
Number of funding rounds:
7
Number of investors:
15
