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Pargo is a logistics company based in Cape Town, South Africa, founded in 2014. It provides a convenient solution for parcel collection and returns through a network of local stores known as Pargo parcel points. Customers can collect items purchased from retailers at these points, receiving notifications via SMS or email when their parcels arrive. The company's logistics technology platform supports daily parcel delivery and collection, allowing users to choose when and where to pick up their items, making the process both flexible and affordable.

Akad Seguros is a prominent Brazilian insurtech that provides a diverse array of business insurance solutions tailored for both individuals and enterprises. The company specializes in various coverage areas, including cargo insurance, professional liabilities, financial lines, and cybersecurity. With a strong emphasis on technology, Akad Seguros aims to deliver innovative and efficient insurance products that address the specific needs of its clients, ensuring protection against potential risks and failures.

Shipper is a digital logistics platform that streamlines the shipping process for freight forwarders and online vendors. By collaborating with various vendors, Shipper simplifies the pick-up and delivery of goods using selected logistics services. The platform offers a range of features, including package pick-up services, shipment management for logistics providers, and route predictions to optimize deliveries. Additionally, Shipper consolidates packages that are heading in the same direction, which enhances efficiency. Its multi-carrier API allows sellers to easily manage orders, print shipping labels, and access tracking information from various logistics providers through their mobile devices. This comprehensive approach supports online vendors in fulfilling and tracking orders effectively.

Halan is a ride-hailing application based in Cairo, Egypt, that specializes in providing two and three-wheeler vehicle rides and on-demand logistics services. Founded in November 2017, the platform allows users to request motorbike or tuk-tuk rides and order food or goods for delivery via motorbikes and cargo tricycles. In addition to catering to individual customers, Halan offers smart-tech last-mile delivery solutions to support both large organizations and small businesses in their distribution and supply chain needs. The application enhances convenience and safety for users while providing drivers with opportunities for incremental business. Halan has established partnerships with notable fast-food chains such as McDonald’s, KFC, and Pizza Hut, further solidifying its presence in the logistics and ride-hailing market.

OnTruck is a technology-driven platform that facilitates regional merchandise transport by connecting businesses with a network of professional freight carriers. The service allows companies to obtain immediate and transparent pricing for shipping pallets of goods, streamlining the process of scheduling shipments, which can be completed in under two minutes. OnTruck operates in Spain and the United Kingdom, covering areas such as Madrid, Catalonia, Valencia, and London. The platform offers real-time tracking of shipments and aims to optimize the use of industrial vehicles by efficiently generating delivery routes, thereby minimizing empty kilometers traveled. Additionally, OnTruck's pricing is competitive, providing rates that can be up to 50% lower than typical industry standards. The company utilizes artificial intelligence to match shipments with the appropriate carriers quickly, enhancing the overall efficiency of freight management.

Lori Systems is a logistics platform based in Nairobi, Kenya, that connects transporters with cargo owners across Africa. Founded in 2016, the company also has offices in Mombasa, Uganda, and Lagos. Lori addresses a significant challenge in the African logistics sector, where up to 75% of product costs can be attributed to logistics, compared to only 6% in the United States. The platform provides a tech-enabled and operations-driven marketplace that enhances transparency, flexibility, reliability, and cost efficiency, achieving savings of over 18% for users. It offers real-time tracking of cargo, automated documentation, and streamlined payment processes, facilitating smoother goods transportation across the continent. Since its product launch in May 2017, Lori has experienced rapid growth, with a compounded monthly increase of 30%. The demand for its services continues to rise, supported by recent investments from prominent institutional and strategic investors. The company has also received recognition, including winning Techcrunch Battlefield Africa.