About Startup Intelligence Center
Startup Intelligence Center is a venture capital firm founded in 2017. It is primarily based out of Stuttgart, Germany. It primarily invests in Germany based startups. Its investments are spread across a wide range of sectors from Consumer to Gig Economy and Transportation and Logistics Tech. Overall, Startup Intelligence Center portfolio has seen 2 unicorns, 1 IPO and 2 acquisitions including key companies like Turo, FlixBus and Via. Startup Intelligence Center has team of 1 people.Key Metrics
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Startup Intelligence Center's List of Top Investments
Startup Intelligence Center has a portfolio of 7 companies, including 2 unicorns. Their most notable investments include Turo and FlixBus.Their portfolio spans across Germany, United States and United Arab Emirates. They have invested in Consumer, Gig Economy, Transportation and Logistics Tech and 10 other sectors. Here is the list of top investments by Startup Intelligence Center:1. Turo
App-based P2P car rental platform. Their platform connects vehicle owners who are willing to rent their cars with other users. Users can host or rent their vehicle on the platform and users in need of vehicles can search and book the vehicles of their preferences. It offers features like insured rides, contactless-delivery options, and more. Their mobile app is available for Android and iOS devices.
Key facts about Turo
- Founded Year: 2010
- Location: San Francisco (United States)
- Valuation: $*****
- Stage: Series F
- Total Funding till date: $523M
- Employee Count: 1,799 as on Jul 31, 2026
- Investors: August Capital, Allen & Company and 55 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series F, Apr 03, 2022, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick

2. FlixBus
Operator of intercity bus transportation services for public passenger travel. This business manages scheduled transit routes using motor coaches to facilitate movement between municipalities. Passengers purchase tickets to secure seating for transit. The service provides amenities including power outlets and wireless internet access for travelers during transit. Luggage storage is available for passengers on these vehicles.
Key facts about FlixBus
- Founded Year: 2011
- Location: Munich (Germany)
- Valuation: $*****
- Stage: Series G
- Total Funding till date: $1.22B
- Employee Count: 49 as on May 31, 2026
- Investors: Silver Lake, Baillie Gifford and 35 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series G, Jul 04, 2024, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick
3. Via
Developer of software platforms for managing public transit network operations. The company's systems facilitate on-demand transit, paratransit services, and student transportation programs. The technology provides tools for network planning, scheduling, and passenger information management. Additional features include eligibility management for specialized transit services and data analysis for transit network adjustments.
Key facts about Via
- Founded Year: 2012
- Location: New York City (United States)
- Stage: Public
- Total Funding till date: $1.25B
- Employee Count: 2,110 as on Sep 30, 2026
- Investors: Janus Henderson Investors, La Maison Partners and 37 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series G, Feb 13, 2023, $*****
- Highlight: Public
4. Blacklane
Provider of chauffeur services including airport transfers and city-to-city rides. The company offers transportation solutions such as one-way trips, hourly bookings, and full-day hire. It provides options for booking and managing journeys through its application. The company focuses on safety and aims to provide private travel solutions.
Key facts about Blacklane
- Founded Year: 2011
- Location: Berlin (Germany)
- Annual Revenue: $10M - $50M as on Dec 31, 2018
- Stage: Acquired
- Total Funding till date: $127M
- Employee Count: 702 as on Sep 30, 2026
- Investors: Mercedes-Benz, Startup Intelligence Center and 21 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series G, Oct 29, 2024, $*****
- Highlight: Acquired

5. Careem
App-based ride-hailing aggregator. Users can book rides by providing location, passenger details, payment details, and more. The platform also offers services like food delivery, recharge services, grocery delivery services, and more. Apps are available for Android and iOS users.
Key facts about Careem
- Founded Year: 2012
- Location: Dubai (United Arab Emirates)
- Last Known Valuation: $*****
- Stage: Acquired
- Total Funding till date: $772M
- Employee Count: 6,360 as on Sep 30, 2026
- Investors: Kingdom Holding Company, Kuwait Investment Authority and 26 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series F, Oct 18, 2018, $*****
- Highlight: Acquired
Unicorns in Startup Intelligence Center's Portfolio
Startup Intelligence Center has 2 unicorns in its portfolio - FlixBus and Turo. The most recent unicorn in their portfolio is FlixBus. It became a unicorn in 2019, 7 years before Startup Intelligence Center first invested in it.Here is a list of unicorns in Startup Intelligence Center's portfolio:
Tracxn Score | Company | Short Description | Founded year | Sector | Location | Company Stage | First Investment/ Acquisition Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
82 | Operator of intercity bus transportation services for public passenger travel | 2011 | Munich | Series G | atoxarm | ||
82 | App-based P2P car rental platform | 2010 | San Francisco | Series F | kvurwsj |
IPOs and Publicly Listed companies in Startup Intelligence Center's Portfolio
1 of Startup Intelligence Center's portfolio company became public - Via. It got listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), in Sep 2025 at marketcap of $3.47BHere are Startup Intelligence Center's portfolio companies that went public:
Company | IPO Date | First Invested on | First Round of Investment | Round Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Sep 12, 2025 | - | - | 8424 |
Acquired companies in Startup Intelligence Center's Portfolio
2 companies from Startup Intelligence Center's portfolio have been acquired. The most recent acquisition was Blacklane in Mar 2026 by Uber for $*****.Here are Startup Intelligence Center's portfolio companies that got acquired most recently:
Company | Acquisition Date | First Invested on | First Round of Investment | Round Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Mar 30, 2026 | - | - | 9491 | |
Apr 10, 2023 | - | - | 5284 |
