SOSV

SOSV is a global venture capital firm founded in 1995 and headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey. Specializing in seed-to-growth stage investments, SOSV operates multiple accelerator programs worldwide, including HAX for hardware, IndieBio and RebelBio for life sciences, Chinaccelerator and MOX for cross-border internet ventures, Food-X for innovative food solutions, and dlab for blockchain technology. The firm focuses on investments in revolutionary deep technologies aimed at improving human and planetary health, as well as cross-border markets, particularly in Asia. SOSV invests in approximately 150 startups annually, providing support through its resources to accelerate product development and scaling. Over its two-decade history, SOSV has established a strong reputation, consistently ranking among the top venture capital firms globally.

Michael Aberman

Partner

Lindsay Atkenson

Analyst

Hugh Bowen

Associate

Po Bronson

General Partner

Stephen Chambers

Partner

Navin Danapal

SEA Director

Hiruy Ephrem

Analyst

Sheng Ge

Partner, Investments Operations

Weichang Ge

Analyst

TR Harrington

Partner

Bill Liao

General Partner

Ching-Ping Lin

Partner

Stephen McCann

CFO and General Partner

Carthach McCarthy

CFO

Yuan-Ting Meng

Analyst

Paul Monaghan

Principal

Eric Ramsay

Analyst

Pae Wu

General Partner

Sabriya Stukes Ph.D

Partner

Past deals in Transportation

Artyc

Convertible Note in 2022
Artyc specializes in cold shipping solutions for biotech, pharmaceutical, and medical goods. The company focuses on creating sustainable logistics by providing refrigerant-free, reusable, active cooling containers. These innovative containers are designed to decarbonize the cold chain, thereby promoting a more environmentally friendly logistics industry. By utilizing Artyc's containers, businesses can benefit from reduced shipping costs and enhanced temperature monitoring, ensuring that sensitive products are transported safely and efficiently.

Artyc

Seed Round in 2022
Artyc specializes in cold shipping solutions for biotech, pharmaceutical, and medical goods. The company focuses on creating sustainable logistics by providing refrigerant-free, reusable, active cooling containers. These innovative containers are designed to decarbonize the cold chain, thereby promoting a more environmentally friendly logistics industry. By utilizing Artyc's containers, businesses can benefit from reduced shipping costs and enhanced temperature monitoring, ensuring that sensitive products are transported safely and efficiently.

Treepz

Seed Round in 2022
Plentywaka is a premium public mass transit app that allows commuters to request pickups from their desired bus stops and get real-time information about their journey. Users can plan their journey through the app, get live updates of their buses and ride in safe, convenient and efficient a/c buses across different cities in Nigeria without having to worry about surge pricing.

Lula Convenience

Seed Round in 2022
Mission: Lula helps make existing inventories mobile to meet customer’s instant needs. At the center of our heart is sustainability: to deliver happiness while saving our planet. Vision: At Lula, we’re inspired by a single goal: empowering every store to deliver locally. We will modernize stores to enable their goods to be delivered to people that need items at a moment’s notice. We will make sure every need is met reliably and as fast as possible with the best customer experience in the world.

FleetOperate

Convertible Note in 2022
FleetOperate is a truck driver marketplace that facilitates on-demand driving services for carriers and shippers. Founded in 2018 and based in Winnipeg, Manitoba, the platform allows users to book shipments from designated locations with registered truck drivers, enabling real-time tracking of their routes. This innovative approach addresses critical issues in the logistics industry, such as driver shortages, high turnover rates, and unutilized trucks, all while keeping operational costs low. By offering a Driver-as-a-Service model, FleetOperate enhances the efficiency of freight transport, ensuring that essential goods can be moved seamlessly and reliably.

Aeromutable

Seed Round in 2021
Aeromutable operates in the trucking industry, focusing on the design and development of aerodynamic-enhancement systems for heavy vehicles. The company specializes in flow control technologies that dynamically alter the aerodynamic behavior of these vehicles. By sensing their surroundings, Aeromutable's technology actively modifies the perceived shape of heavy vehicles, leading to reduced fuel consumption and improved maneuverability and safety. This innovation aids heavy vehicle manufacturers in achieving significant drag reduction and enhancing stability within their fleets.

Treepz

Seed Round in 2021
Plentywaka is a premium public mass transit app that allows commuters to request pickups from their desired bus stops and get real-time information about their journey. Users can plan their journey through the app, get live updates of their buses and ride in safe, convenient and efficient a/c buses across different cities in Nigeria without having to worry about surge pricing.

Treepz

Convertible Note in 2021
Plentywaka is a premium public mass transit app that allows commuters to request pickups from their desired bus stops and get real-time information about their journey. Users can plan their journey through the app, get live updates of their buses and ride in safe, convenient and efficient a/c buses across different cities in Nigeria without having to worry about surge pricing.

LexxPluss

Series A in 2021
Developer of automated transport robot system designed to support logistics warehouses. The company provides traction and transport capacity as conventional products and autonomous driving technology that can handle all on-site scenes, enabling industries by reducing the workload and improving the safety of essential workers working in the field.

Beyond

Convertible Note in 2021
Beyond is a company based in New York, founded in 2015, that specializes in the manufacturing and rental of electric scooters through a subscription model. This innovative approach aims to enhance convenience, accessibility, safety, and environmental sustainability in transportation. By offering advanced micromobility vehicles, Beyond seeks to empower individuals to travel freely and encourages exploration of their surroundings.

Carma

Convertible Note in 2021
Carma, founded in 2007 and originally known as Avego, has developed a smartphone application that facilitates carpooling by connecting users to organize shared rides. The company's technology aims to modernize traditional transportation systems, including ridesharing, carsharing, public transportation, and vanpooling. By collaborating with leaders in technology and government, Carma addresses pressing transportation challenges and promotes societal change through innovative solutions.

Treepz

Seed Round in 2021
Plentywaka is a premium public mass transit app that allows commuters to request pickups from their desired bus stops and get real-time information about their journey. Users can plan their journey through the app, get live updates of their buses and ride in safe, convenient and efficient a/c buses across different cities in Nigeria without having to worry about surge pricing.

Lula Convenience

Seed Round in 2021
Mission: Lula helps make existing inventories mobile to meet customer’s instant needs. At the center of our heart is sustainability: to deliver happiness while saving our planet. Vision: At Lula, we’re inspired by a single goal: empowering every store to deliver locally. We will modernize stores to enable their goods to be delivered to people that need items at a moment’s notice. We will make sure every need is met reliably and as fast as possible with the best customer experience in the world.

FleetOperate

Convertible Note in 2021
FleetOperate is a truck driver marketplace that facilitates on-demand driving services for carriers and shippers. Founded in 2018 and based in Winnipeg, Manitoba, the platform allows users to book shipments from designated locations with registered truck drivers, enabling real-time tracking of their routes. This innovative approach addresses critical issues in the logistics industry, such as driver shortages, high turnover rates, and unutilized trucks, all while keeping operational costs low. By offering a Driver-as-a-Service model, FleetOperate enhances the efficiency of freight transport, ensuring that essential goods can be moved seamlessly and reliably.

LexxPluss

Seed Round in 2021
Developer of automated transport robot system designed to support logistics warehouses. The company provides traction and transport capacity as conventional products and autonomous driving technology that can handle all on-site scenes, enabling industries by reducing the workload and improving the safety of essential workers working in the field.

LexxPluss

Seed Round in 2020
Developer of automated transport robot system designed to support logistics warehouses. The company provides traction and transport capacity as conventional products and autonomous driving technology that can handle all on-site scenes, enabling industries by reducing the workload and improving the safety of essential workers working in the field.

Lula Convenience

Seed Round in 2020
Mission: Lula helps make existing inventories mobile to meet customer’s instant needs. At the center of our heart is sustainability: to deliver happiness while saving our planet. Vision: At Lula, we’re inspired by a single goal: empowering every store to deliver locally. We will modernize stores to enable their goods to be delivered to people that need items at a moment’s notice. We will make sure every need is met reliably and as fast as possible with the best customer experience in the world.

FleetOperate

Seed Round in 2020
FleetOperate is a truck driver marketplace that facilitates on-demand driving services for carriers and shippers. Founded in 2018 and based in Winnipeg, Manitoba, the platform allows users to book shipments from designated locations with registered truck drivers, enabling real-time tracking of their routes. This innovative approach addresses critical issues in the logistics industry, such as driver shortages, high turnover rates, and unutilized trucks, all while keeping operational costs low. By offering a Driver-as-a-Service model, FleetOperate enhances the efficiency of freight transport, ensuring that essential goods can be moved seamlessly and reliably.

TIER

Series C in 2020
TIER Mobility GmbH, based in Berlin, specializes in providing electric kick scooters for urban commuting as part of its sustainable micro-mobility solutions. The company has rapidly expanded its operations, reaching 32 cities across Europe within a short timeframe. TIER develops a user-friendly application that allows individuals to locate and book scooters easily. By focusing on operational excellence, TIER integrates various micro-mobility assets and forms strategic partnerships with public transportation systems and other mobility providers, enhancing urban transport options. The leadership team, experienced in sustainability and technology, is dedicated to improving the quality of life in cities through innovative mobility solutions.

Carma

Debt Financing in 2020
Carma, founded in 2007 and originally known as Avego, has developed a smartphone application that facilitates carpooling by connecting users to organize shared rides. The company's technology aims to modernize traditional transportation systems, including ridesharing, carsharing, public transportation, and vanpooling. By collaborating with leaders in technology and government, Carma addresses pressing transportation challenges and promotes societal change through innovative solutions.

Carma

Convertible Note in 2019
Carma, founded in 2007 and originally known as Avego, has developed a smartphone application that facilitates carpooling by connecting users to organize shared rides. The company's technology aims to modernize traditional transportation systems, including ridesharing, carsharing, public transportation, and vanpooling. By collaborating with leaders in technology and government, Carma addresses pressing transportation challenges and promotes societal change through innovative solutions.

Beyond

Convertible Note in 2019
Beyond is a company based in New York, founded in 2015, that specializes in the manufacturing and rental of electric scooters through a subscription model. This innovative approach aims to enhance convenience, accessibility, safety, and environmental sustainability in transportation. By offering advanced micromobility vehicles, Beyond seeks to empower individuals to travel freely and encourages exploration of their surroundings.

Carma

Series B in 2018
Carma, founded in 2007 and originally known as Avego, has developed a smartphone application that facilitates carpooling by connecting users to organize shared rides. The company's technology aims to modernize traditional transportation systems, including ridesharing, carsharing, public transportation, and vanpooling. By collaborating with leaders in technology and government, Carma addresses pressing transportation challenges and promotes societal change through innovative solutions.

Jump Bikes

Series A in 2018
JUMP is bike share electrified. They create the hardware and software to take you farther, get there faster, and make every ride fun. JUMP bikes are designed in New York City by people who love bikes and care about the future of their cities. JUMP Bikes has been shaping the future of bike share since 2010. They brought freedom to bike share systems with Social Bicycles, the first ever smart-bikes with integrated GPS, payment systems, and locks that kicked off the dockless revolution. We’ve dropped 15,000 bikes into 40 different markets and clocked over 5 million rides since 2013.

Upcycles

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Upcycles is a United States-based company that specializes in the design and development of human-electric cargo tricycles, specifically engineered for transporting goods in urban settings. These tricycles feature a spacious, open deck platform capable of carrying heavy loads and are equipped with safety features such as integrated brakes, turn lights, and horns. The elevated rider position enhances visibility, while throttle control offers electric assistance to improve balance. Upcycles' fleet contributes to zero-emissions delivery solutions, making it an appealing option for delivery services in cities like New York. By providing a reliable and efficient alternative amid the growing trend toward automation in delivery technology, Upcycles positions itself as a socially responsible choice for last-mile logistics.

Revmax

Seed Round in 2017
Revmax LLC, based in New York City, develops fleet management and routing software specifically for ride-hail vehicles. The company's technology utilizes a proprietary routing system that efficiently positions vehicles based on anticipated demand, ensuring optimal routes for each trip. By forecasting rider demand using historical data and future events, Revmax aims to maximize vehicle utilization, thereby increasing fleet revenue while simultaneously reducing street congestion and pollution. The company's focus on enhancing efficiency in the ride-hailing industry reflects its commitment to sustainability and operational effectiveness.

Carma

Convertible Note in 2016
Carma, founded in 2007 and originally known as Avego, has developed a smartphone application that facilitates carpooling by connecting users to organize shared rides. The company's technology aims to modernize traditional transportation systems, including ridesharing, carsharing, public transportation, and vanpooling. By collaborating with leaders in technology and government, Carma addresses pressing transportation challenges and promotes societal change through innovative solutions.

Carma

Convertible Note in 2016
Carma, founded in 2007 and originally known as Avego, has developed a smartphone application that facilitates carpooling by connecting users to organize shared rides. The company's technology aims to modernize traditional transportation systems, including ridesharing, carsharing, public transportation, and vanpooling. By collaborating with leaders in technology and government, Carma addresses pressing transportation challenges and promotes societal change through innovative solutions.

Lugloc

Seed Round in 2016
Lugloc specializes in smart geo-tracking solutions tailored for the travel and transportation sectors. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Miami, Florida, the company addresses the common issue of lost luggage, which is exacerbated by manual sorting processes at airports. With an innovative device designed to be placed inside luggage, Lugloc enables users to quickly and accurately track their bags, providing real-time location information within a minute. This technology aims to significantly reduce the high rate of luggage sorting errors that occur at airports, enhancing the overall travel experience for individuals.

KNOT

Seed Round in 2016
KNOT develops compact transportation systems for smart cities, green campuses, and easy riders. The product includes three parts: compact and modular locking solution, foldable kick scooters, and smart mobile application for localization and sharing. Behind it we have an AI based predictive algorithms to optimize the maintenance and operational service and make city mobility profitable. KNOT is a France-based company that was founded in 2016.

Carma

Convertible Note in 2016
Carma, founded in 2007 and originally known as Avego, has developed a smartphone application that facilitates carpooling by connecting users to organize shared rides. The company's technology aims to modernize traditional transportation systems, including ridesharing, carsharing, public transportation, and vanpooling. By collaborating with leaders in technology and government, Carma addresses pressing transportation challenges and promotes societal change through innovative solutions.

Beyond

Seed Round in 2016
Beyond is a company based in New York, founded in 2015, that specializes in the manufacturing and rental of electric scooters through a subscription model. This innovative approach aims to enhance convenience, accessibility, safety, and environmental sustainability in transportation. By offering advanced micromobility vehicles, Beyond seeks to empower individuals to travel freely and encourages exploration of their surroundings.

Carma

Convertible Note in 2016
Carma, founded in 2007 and originally known as Avego, has developed a smartphone application that facilitates carpooling by connecting users to organize shared rides. The company's technology aims to modernize traditional transportation systems, including ridesharing, carsharing, public transportation, and vanpooling. By collaborating with leaders in technology and government, Carma addresses pressing transportation challenges and promotes societal change through innovative solutions.

Dublway - daily commute ridesharing

Convertible Note in 2016
Just take a look at http://dublway.com/ and may be you'll find a ride for yourself. We help people find a ride to their offices or study, airport or another city,mall, music festival or ski slope.Want to make a local community, for example for your business center or the mall? Just make a Dublway group and share it with your colleagues & friends. We help drivers and passengers save money, reduce traffic jams, save the environment, meet new people and have a great conversations with them. It's more fun & profitably than stay alone in traffic for 2 weeks a year, burning fuel and listening to the radio.

Jump Bikes

Convertible Note in 2015
JUMP is bike share electrified. They create the hardware and software to take you farther, get there faster, and make every ride fun. JUMP bikes are designed in New York City by people who love bikes and care about the future of their cities. JUMP Bikes has been shaping the future of bike share since 2010. They brought freedom to bike share systems with Social Bicycles, the first ever smart-bikes with integrated GPS, payment systems, and locks that kicked off the dockless revolution. We’ve dropped 15,000 bikes into 40 different markets and clocked over 5 million rides since 2013.

Dispatch

Seed Round in 2015
Dispatch is creating a platform for local delivery powered by a fleet of autonomous vehicles designed for sidewalks and pedestrian spaces.

Jump Bikes

Convertible Note in 2015
JUMP is bike share electrified. They create the hardware and software to take you farther, get there faster, and make every ride fun. JUMP bikes are designed in New York City by people who love bikes and care about the future of their cities. JUMP Bikes has been shaping the future of bike share since 2010. They brought freedom to bike share systems with Social Bicycles, the first ever smart-bikes with integrated GPS, payment systems, and locks that kicked off the dockless revolution. We’ve dropped 15,000 bikes into 40 different markets and clocked over 5 million rides since 2013.
Just take a look at http://dublway.com/ and may be you'll find a ride for yourself. We help people find a ride to their offices or study, airport or another city,mall, music festival or ski slope.Want to make a local community, for example for your business center or the mall? Just make a Dublway group and share it with your colleagues & friends. We help drivers and passengers save money, reduce traffic jams, save the environment, meet new people and have a great conversations with them. It's more fun & profitably than stay alone in traffic for 2 weeks a year, burning fuel and listening to the radio.

Cabeasy

Seed Round in 2015
CabEasy is an application designed to facilitate ride-sharing among university students at the same institution. The platform enables users to schedule and request rides, promoting cost-effective transportation options. By partnering with local taxi providers, CabEasy ensures that students have access to both on-demand and prearranged trips, enhancing convenience and safety in their commuting experience. The service specifically targets the university demographic, fostering a community-oriented approach to transportation.

Rdvouz

Seed Round in 2015
Rdvouz is a ridesharing platform that leverages geolocation technology to effectively connect drivers and passengers along their respective routes. The platform allows drivers to create listings for available seats, while passengers can view only those listings that align with their pickup and drop-off points. By focusing on optimizing ridesharing, particularly during rush hour, Rdvouz aims to alleviate traffic congestion in urban areas. This innovative approach targets a significant segment of the transportation market, specifically individuals commuting to work, thereby enhancing the efficiency of daily travel.

Viadedo

Pre Seed Round in 2015
Viadedo operates an online platform focused on intra-city carpooling, facilitating ride-sharing services for individuals traveling along similar routes. By allowing drivers to list their journeys with specific details and preferences, the platform helps connect them with passengers seeking rides, enabling real-time matching. This service aims to reduce traffic congestion and lower CO2 emissions by decreasing the number of vehicles on the road. Additionally, it provides an opportunity for users to meet new people while sharing travel costs, particularly beneficial for those who do not own a car or wish to share expenses. Viadedo addresses the growing issue of urban traffic by encouraging community participation in carpooling.

Yebame

Pre Seed Round in 2015
Yebame is an innovative carpooling platform based in Chile, recognized as the first of its kind to receive support from the Chilean Government. The platform facilitates connections between users seeking rides and those willing to share their vehicle for a voluntary contribution. By promoting peer-to-peer rides, Yebame aims to reduce travel costs while enhancing the travel experience for sports enthusiasts and other users. Additionally, Yebame advocates for the establishment of a legal framework for carpooling in Chile, positioning itself as a leader in fostering a structured and supportive environment for shared transportation.

CommonTrip

Seed Round in 2014
Enter trip details like vehicle, frequency of trips and days along with start and drop-off locations, and create your smart trip card. Connect & communicate in real-time. Get automated instant messages when the trip starts, or when the driver is close to your location. Digital Card with: Trip details, current trip status, and all updates/messages in one place. Easily share this with people in your network. They know many use green modes of transport like carpooling, & public transport. Now you can track those and earn rewards. More Green Miles = More Rewards.

Roadie

Pre Seed Round in 2014
Roadie, Inc. operates a delivery platform that connects individuals needing to send items with drivers already traveling in the same direction. Founded in 2014 and based in Atlanta, Georgia, Roadie leverages unused capacity in passenger vehicles to provide local and long-haul delivery solutions on the same day, next day, and weekends. Through its app, users can post delivery requests with details and images, while drivers can select deliveries based on location, price, and ratings. This model allows for efficient, low-cost delivery services, benefiting both senders and drivers. Additionally, the platform offers real-time tracking and various community rewards, including free roadside assistance and potential tax write-offs for drivers.

Jump Bikes

Venture Round in 2013
JUMP is bike share electrified. They create the hardware and software to take you farther, get there faster, and make every ride fun. JUMP bikes are designed in New York City by people who love bikes and care about the future of their cities. JUMP Bikes has been shaping the future of bike share since 2010. They brought freedom to bike share systems with Social Bicycles, the first ever smart-bikes with integrated GPS, payment systems, and locks that kicked off the dockless revolution. We’ve dropped 15,000 bikes into 40 different markets and clocked over 5 million rides since 2013.

Jump Bikes

Angel Round in 2013
JUMP is bike share electrified. They create the hardware and software to take you farther, get there faster, and make every ride fun. JUMP bikes are designed in New York City by people who love bikes and care about the future of their cities. JUMP Bikes has been shaping the future of bike share since 2010. They brought freedom to bike share systems with Social Bicycles, the first ever smart-bikes with integrated GPS, payment systems, and locks that kicked off the dockless revolution. We’ve dropped 15,000 bikes into 40 different markets and clocked over 5 million rides since 2013.

Carma

Series A in 2010
Carma, founded in 2007 and originally known as Avego, has developed a smartphone application that facilitates carpooling by connecting users to organize shared rides. The company's technology aims to modernize traditional transportation systems, including ridesharing, carsharing, public transportation, and vanpooling. By collaborating with leaders in technology and government, Carma addresses pressing transportation challenges and promotes societal change through innovative solutions.

Carma

Series A in 2010
Carma, founded in 2007 and originally known as Avego, has developed a smartphone application that facilitates carpooling by connecting users to organize shared rides. The company's technology aims to modernize traditional transportation systems, including ridesharing, carsharing, public transportation, and vanpooling. By collaborating with leaders in technology and government, Carma addresses pressing transportation challenges and promotes societal change through innovative solutions.

Carma

Venture Round in 2009
Carma, founded in 2007 and originally known as Avego, has developed a smartphone application that facilitates carpooling by connecting users to organize shared rides. The company's technology aims to modernize traditional transportation systems, including ridesharing, carsharing, public transportation, and vanpooling. By collaborating with leaders in technology and government, Carma addresses pressing transportation challenges and promotes societal change through innovative solutions.

Carma

Seed Round in 2009
Carma, founded in 2007 and originally known as Avego, has developed a smartphone application that facilitates carpooling by connecting users to organize shared rides. The company's technology aims to modernize traditional transportation systems, including ridesharing, carsharing, public transportation, and vanpooling. By collaborating with leaders in technology and government, Carma addresses pressing transportation challenges and promotes societal change through innovative solutions.

Carma

Seed Round in 2007
Carma, founded in 2007 and originally known as Avego, has developed a smartphone application that facilitates carpooling by connecting users to organize shared rides. The company's technology aims to modernize traditional transportation systems, including ridesharing, carsharing, public transportation, and vanpooling. By collaborating with leaders in technology and government, Carma addresses pressing transportation challenges and promotes societal change through innovative solutions.
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