TecPier

TecPier is a venture capital investment firm founded in 2018 and based in Hamburg, Germany. It specializes in early-stage investments in the maritime, logistics, and supply chain technology sectors. The firm is dedicated to identifying and supporting startups that focus on digital and sustainable business models, aiming to transform these industries. TecPier actively aids its portfolio companies by providing market access, fundraising assistance, and mentoring, fostering innovation and growth within the logistics and supply chain management fields.

Tim Reinsch

Managing Partner

9 past transactions

OceanScore

Seed Round in 2023
OceanScore provides data-driven tools that track ESG performance and solutions to assist shipping in navigating regulatory complexity.

Flowfox

Seed Round in 2023
Flowfox is a logistics automation company that specializes in optimizing shipping operations for businesses. It offers a platform that automates the process of cargo release, specifically focusing on import container release. By streamlining tasks such as container release, drop-off changes, reuse, and pickup changes, Flowfox helps ocean carriers and freight forwarders reduce manual workloads and operational costs. The company's services aim to enhance efficiency in logistics and enable clients to generate additional revenue through improved operational processes.

Harbor Lab

Seed Round in 2022
Harbor Lab offers a cloud-based software platform tailored for ship owners, management companies, and charterers, focusing on enhancing port operations and disbursement processes. The platform aims to optimize port cost management and streamline disbursement account analysis, thereby improving operational efficiencies for its users. By providing tools that facilitate better financial management, Harbor Lab supports its clients in navigating the complexities of maritime logistics and finance.

FreightFlows

Seed Round in 2022
FreightFlows, Inc. is a maritime market intelligence company based in Boston, Massachusetts, founded in 2018. It specializes in providing predictive analytics for global trade, focusing on the needs of traders, shippers, owners, and brokers. The company has developed a data platform that sources, synthesizes, and analyzes current market data, enabling users to explore trends in market, port, and fleet activities. This platform allows clients to identify vessel availability, routes, and estimated time of arrival, while also gaining visibility into commodity cargoes and trade activities. Additionally, FreightFlows offers market analysis services to help clients navigate futures markets, manage commercial risks, and hedge against freight rate volatility.

Signol

Convertible Note in 2022
Signol is a London-based technology startup that specializes in behavior change solutions aimed at enhancing fuel efficiency in industries such as aviation and shipping. The company develops a platform that provides personalized performance feedback to captains and crew, encouraging them to make informed decisions that lead to reduced fuel consumption and lower CO2 emissions. By utilizing a suite of tailored techniques, Signol engages professionals effectively, complementing existing management tools and programs. This approach not only motivates better decision-making but also contributes to significant environmental and operational efficiencies.

MonoLets

Seed Round in 2022
MonoLets is a company focused on enhancing supply chain management through its innovative real-time item-level data platform. By developing active digital labels that utilize standards-based Bluetooth technology, MonoLets creates a mesh network for effective tracking of items. This system offers reliable data transmission over existing internet infrastructure, presenting a cost-effective alternative to traditional RFID labels. The company's solutions not only reduce expenses associated with equipment, scanning, and labor but also provide clients with enhanced insights and data for better decision-making in their supply chains.

ClockWork Logistics Systems

Seed Round in 2019
ClockWork Logistics Systems, Inc. specializes in sensor-based product monitoring and deployable Internet of Things (IoT) solutions for the road transportation industry. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Elk Grove, California, with an additional office in Newark, New Jersey, the company offers a cloud-based platform and mobile application that facilitate real-time data collection and device communication via Bluetooth. Their system includes off-the-shelf sensors to monitor conditions such as temperature and light within truck trailers, along with customizable mobile applications for user engagement. ClockWork's technology aims to digitize the delivery process, enhancing connectivity between global shippers and local independent carriers while improving the overall delivery experience for clients and consumers.

NautilusLog

Seed Round in 2019
NautilusLog GmbH, founded in 2018 and based in Hamburg, Germany, develops an application tailored for the maritime industry that enhances communication and collaboration between ship crews and shore management. The application enables tracking of vessels, generating mandatory reports, and automating tasks, which aids in transparent, sustainable, and safe operations. By leveraging existing infrastructure, NautilusLog facilitates automated data collection and customized reporting, ultimately helping shipping companies reduce costs while improving operational efficiency. The platform also accommodates external maritime stakeholders, enhancing the overall service provision in the industry.

Closelink

Seed Round in 2019
Closelink GmbH is a technology company based in Hamburg, Germany, that specializes in cloud-based solutions for the maritime industry. Founded in 2016, Closelink has developed a platform that streamlines the procurement process for marine lubricants, serving both ship managers and lubricant suppliers. The platform facilitates a seamless purchasing experience by allowing buyers to generate a single request for marine lubricants that is automatically sent to all available suppliers. This feature enables users to compare offers on a single screen based on their specific preferences, thus simplifying decision-making and reducing manual effort. By optimizing the procurement process, Closelink helps shipping companies save costs, secure reliable supply, and improve overall efficiency in managing ship consumables.
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