About Logistics Tech sector in North America
The Logistics Tech sector in North America comprises 10.1K companies, including 1.76K funded companies having collectively raised $54.5B in venture capital money and private equity. Out of these, 1.2K are Series A+ funded, and 31 have achieved unicorn status.
Logistics Tech sector in North America has seen 692 acquisitions and 81 IPOs. This represents almost 7.7% of all such companies - which is higher than the 4.0% exit rate of tech companies in general.
This sector includes tech companies providing or facilitating movement or storage of goods or offering software solutions for managing logistics operations.
Tech-first companies in logistics providing or enabling, matching of load and movement or storage of goods (local delivery services, marketplaces). It also includes companies offering technology solutions to businesses for optimizing and managing overall logistics activities. (Delivery Management software, TMS, WMS, Analytics, etc). Traditional players like UPS, FedEx, DHL, etc which were predominantly offline but now have incorporated technology in their business and other offline players are excluded.
Top Logistics Tech Companies in North America
There are 10,091 Logistics Tech startups in North America which include Samsara, FourKites, Motive, Updater, Roadie. Out of these, 1,765 startups are funded, with 1,197 having secured Series A+ funding, and 31 achieving unicorn status.
2026 has seen the creation of 147 Logistics Tech startups in North America. Over the past 10 years, an average of 454 new companies have been launched annually. Notably, several of these startups have been founded by alumni of Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Stanford University and Harvard University.
Here is the list of top Logistics Tech startups in North America
1. Samsara
Platform offering AI-powered and cloud-based vehicle tracking solutions for fleet owners. The platform offers solutions that include vehicle telematics, driver safety management, AI dash cams, camera connectors, mobile workflow, compliance management tools, security task management tools, and asset tracking systems. It provides services to FMCG, oil and gas, logistics and transportation, and industrial automotive.
Key facts about Samsara
- Founded Year: 2015
- Location: San Francisco (United States)
- Stage: Public
- Total Funding till date: $915M
- Investors: Andreessen Horowitz, General Catalyst and 13 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series F, May 21, 2020, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 86/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 1 of 5,469 Competitors
2. FourKites
Developer of AI and web-based visibility solutions for the supply chain. It provides users with real-time visibility solutions for shippers, brokers, 3PLs, and carriers. It uses machine learning and AI to provide predictive insights and real-time supply chain information. It also enables users to calculate shipment arrival times and uses GPS or ELD devices for covering all modes including ocean, rail, parcel, and over-the-road. It provides end-to-end supply chain visibility platform using AI-driven technologies to provide comprehensive real-time tracking and predictive analytics for transportation and logistics management.
Key facts about FourKites
- Founded Year: 2014
- Location: Chicago (United States)
- Stage: Series D
- Total Funding till date: $243M
- Investors: Bain Capital Ventures, August Capital and 18 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series D, Sep 28, 2022, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 79/100 What is this?
3. Motive
Developer of fleet management software and hardware for vehicle tracking. This platform provides tools for monitoring vehicle location, health, and usage. It includes hardware such as cameras and sensors to capture data regarding driver behavior and equipment status. The system facilitates maintenance scheduling, fuel tax reporting, and workforce management through automated workflows. Users access information regarding asset utilization and safety metrics to manage operational requirements.
Key facts about Motive
- Founded Year: 2013
- Location: San Francisco (United States)
- Stage: Series G
- Total Funding till date: $1.87B
- Investors: Greenoaks, Insight Partners and 29 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series G, Sep 10, 2026, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 77/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 2 of 4,169 Competitors
4. Updater
Provider of a platform for simplifying complex commerce and order management. The platform helps businesses sell products across various channels without extensive rebuilding. It offers tools to streamline sales, monetize relationships, and simplify moving processes. The platform supports industries including financial products, home improvement, and moving services.
Key facts about Updater
- Founded Year: 2011
- Location: New York City (United States)
- Stage: Public
- Total Funding till date: $15M
- Investors: IA Ventures, Commerce Ventures and 10 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Post IPO, Jun 14, 2023, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 77/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 1 of 87 Competitors
5. Roadie
Roadie is an online P2P platform providing door-to-door shipping services. It connects people with stuff to send with drivers already heading in that direction. This enables shipping local and long haul, same day, next day, and even on weekends. Offers the delivery of furniture, bike, fine arts, plants, food, automotive, and more.
Key facts about Roadie
- Founded Year: 2014
- Location: Atlanta (United States)
- Stage: Acquired
- Total Funding till date: $62M
- Investors: Tomorrow Ventures, United Parcel Service and 3 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series C, Feb 25, 2019, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 75/100 What is this?
Companies founded year-on-year in the Logistics Tech sector in North America
147 new startups have been founded so far in 2026 in the Logistics Tech sector in North America. 928 Logistics Tech startups in North America were founded in 2020 - this is the most number of startups founded in any year in the last 10 years.
- Total Number of Companies
Year | No. of companies |
|---|---|
2026 | 147 |
2025 | 135 |
2024 | 210 |
2023 | 269 |
2022 | 384 |
2021 | 673 |
2020 | 928 |
2019 | 673 |
2018 | 569 |
2017 | 561 |
Stage-wise distribution of Logistics Tech sector companies in North America
Out of the total 10,091 Logistics Tech companies in North America, 1,765 have secured funding. Among them, 1,197 have reached Series A or higher, and 972 to Series B or beyond.
Founded - 10,091
Funded - 1,765
Series A+ - 1,197
Series B+ - 972
Series C+ - 872
Company Stage | No. of companies |
|---|---|
Founded | 10,091 |
Funded | 1,765 |
Series A+ | 1,197 |
Series B+ | 972 |
Series C+ | 872 |
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Funding Trends in the Logistics Tech sector in North America
Total funding year-on-year in the Logistics Tech sector in North America
The Logistics Tech sector in North America saw a total funding of more than $48.6B in the last 10 years. The most amount of funding was in 2021 at more than $10.3B. There has been a total funding of $4B in 2026 till date.
- Total Funding
Year | Total Funding |
|---|---|
2026 | $4B |
2025 | $3.49B |
2024 | $2.4B |
2023 | $3.68B |
2022 | $7.02B |
2021 | $10.3B |
2020 | $5.63B |
2019 | $5.85B |
2018 | $3.51B |
2017 | $2.67B |
Recent Funding Rounds in Logistics Tech in North America
In the year 2026, till September 2026, Logistics Tech companies in North America have raised $3.94B in equity funding across 84 rounds.
In the same period last year (i.e. till September 2025), Logistics Tech companies in North America had raised $2.48B across 108 rounds.
So, 2026 has seen a 58.89% rise in funding in Logistics Tech companies in North America as compared to 2025.
Here are some recent, important funding rounds in Logistics Tech companies in North America:
Company | Round Raised | Amount Raised | Funding Date | Investors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Seed | 4734 | Sep 29, 2026 | ||
Series A | 5060 | Sep 29, 2026 | ||
Series A | 7975 | Sep 15, 2026 | ||
Series D | 3943 | Sep 12, 2026 | ||
Series G | 7683 | Sep 10, 2026 |
Top Investors in Logistics Tech in North America
Y Combinator is the top investor in Logistics Tech companies in North America based on number of companies invested.
Here are some top investors in Logistics Tech companies in North America:
Investor | Location | Top Portfolio Companies |
|---|---|---|
Mountain View (United States) | ||
New York City (United States) | ||
Sunnyvale (United States) | ||
Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam) | ||
New York City (United States) |
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M&A activity in Logistics Tech sector in North America
In the year 2026, till September 2026, 43 acquisitions happened in Logistics Tech sector in North America. Last year, in 2025, a total of 46 acquisitions happened in Logistics Tech sector in North America.
Here are some recent, important acquisitions in Logistics Tech sector in North America:
Company | Acquisition Type | Acquisition Date | Acquirers |
|---|---|---|---|
Business Acquisition | Sep 08, 2026 | ||
Business Acquisition | Sep 03, 2026 | ||
Business Acquisition | Sep 01, 2026 | ||
Business Acquisition | Aug 31, 2026 | ||
Business Acquisition | Aug 24, 2026 |
Acquisition trends in Logistics Tech sector in North America
Here are the acquisition trends in Logistics Tech sector in North America:
- Total Number of Acquisitions
Year | No. of companies |
|---|---|
2026 | 43 |
2025 | 46 |
2024 | 44 |
2023 | 54 |
2022 | 70 |
2021 | 84 |
2020 | 59 |
2019 | 52 |
2018 | 59 |
2017 | 46 |
IPOs in Logistics Tech in North America
In the year 2025, till May 2025, 2 IPOs happened in Logistics Tech sector in North America.
Here are some recent, important IPOs in Logistics Tech sector in North America:
Company | IPO Date | Exchange Symbol |
|---|---|---|
May 15, 2025 | National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations (NASDAQ) | |
Apr 02, 2025 | New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) | |
May 14, 2024 | National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations (NASDAQ) | |
Apr 18, 2024 | National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations (NASDAQ) | |
Mar 26, 2024 | Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) |
Colleges which produce the most Logistics Tech companies in North America
Companies founded by alumni from top colleges in the Logistics Tech in North America
Most number of Logistics Tech startups in North America have been founded by alumni from Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Stanford University and Harvard University.
College | No. of companies |
|---|---|
Massachusetts Institute of Technology | 71 |
Stanford University | 67 |
Harvard University | 37 |
University of Pennsylvania | 30 |
Harvard Business School | 28 |
University of California (Berkeley) | 27 |
University of California (Los Angeles) | 27 |
Carnegie Mellon University | 25 |
Cornell University | 24 |
University of Waterloo | 20 |
Total funding in Logistics Tech companies founded by alumni from top colleges in North America
In the last 10 years, Carnegie Mellon University graduates' Logistics Tech companies in North America have raised the most funding among top colleges. Stanford University alumni are second, and University of California (Berkeley) alumni are third.
College | Total Funding |
|---|---|
Carnegie Mellon University | $6B |
Stanford University | $3.84B |
University of California (Berkeley) | $3.23B |
Harvard University | $2.97B |
Massachusetts Institute of Technology | $2.41B |
London School of Economics and Political Science | $1.9B |
Harvard Business School | $1.85B |
Cornell University | $1.74B |
Yale University | $1.09B |
University of California (Los Angeles) | $737M |
Top News in Logistics Tech in North America
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QAD and Redzone to Integrate NVIDIA Technology for AI-Driven Factory Data and Production PlanningMarketbusinessnews•Sep 23, 2026•QAD, Nvidia, RedZone Robotics
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ShipStation Announces Integration of LTL Freight into its Platform, Streamlining Operations for RetailersSupply Chain Dive•Sep 21, 2026•ShipStation
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