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Maersk Growth

Europe, Hovedstaden, Denmark, Copenhagen

Description

Maersk Growth is the corporate venture arm of A.P. Moller - Maersk, a global leader in integrated container logistics. Established to identify, invest in, and accelerate startups that are building the future of trade, the firm plays a crucial role in Maersk's broader innovation strategy. Its investment thesis is centered on technologies and business models that enhance logistics, supply chain efficiency, digitalization, and sustainability within the global trade ecosystem. Maersk Growth actively seeks out companies from Seed to Series B stages, providing not only capital but also strategic partnership, leveraging Maersk's extensive global network, deep industry expertise, and vast customer base to help portfolio companies scale.

The firm's investment focus spans a wide array of areas, including freight forwarding, last-mile delivery, supply chain visibility, maritime technology, and green logistics solutions. By integrating these innovative solutions, Maersk Growth aims to drive digital transformation and sustainable practices across the logistics industry. Notable investments in its portfolio include Forto, a digital freight forwarder, and Einride, a developer of electric and autonomous transport solutions, demonstrating a commitment to both operational efficiency and environmental responsibility. Maersk Growth's strategic approach allows it to foster innovation while simultaneously exploring new avenues for Maersk's core business.

Maersk Growth typically deploys initial checks ranging from $500,000 to $5,000,000, depending on the stage and specific needs of the startup. While their initial investments fall within this range, they are also prepared to participate in larger follow-on rounds as companies mature and demonstrate significant traction. The firm's active participation in over 100 funding rounds underscores its commitment to nurturing a robust ecosystem of innovative logistics and supply chain technologies. This strategic capital, combined with unparalleled access to Maersk's operational knowledge and market reach, positions Maersk Growth as a significant partner for startups aiming to revolutionize global trade.

Investor Profile

Maersk Growth has backed more than 66 startups, with 3 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 23 rounds, about 35% of its total and boasts 6 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series A, Seed, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, United Kingdom, Australia.
  • Strong thematic focus on Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Software.
  • Led 1 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $500K – $5M.

Stage Focus

  • Series A (35%)
  • Seed (24%)
  • Series B (21%)
  • Series Unknown (8%)
  • Series C (6%)
  • Convertible Note (5%)
  • Pre Seed (2%)

Country Focus

  • United States (42%)
  • United Kingdom (14%)
  • Australia (8%)
  • Denmark (8%)
  • Germany (8%)
  • The Netherlands (6%)
  • Sweden (3%)
  • Israel (3%)
  • France (3%)
  • Portugal (3%)

Industry Focus

  • Logistics
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Software
  • Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
  • Machine Learning
  • B2b
  • Transportation
  • E-commerce
  • Freight Service
  • Internet Of Things
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Maersk Growth frequently co-invest with?

Acre Venture Partners
North America, California, United States, Santa Monica
Co-Investments: 3
Chromo Invest
South America, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, Porto Alegre
Co-Investments: 2
Atomico
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 3
Flash Ventures
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Co-Investments: 2
Global Founders Capital
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Co-Investments: 5
Metaplanet
Europe, Harjumaa, Estonia, Tallinn
Co-Investments: 2
Bay Grove
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 2
Northzone
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 3
Innovation Endeavors
North America, California, United States, Palo Alto
Co-Investments: 3
King River Capital
Oceania, New South Wales, Australia, Surry Hills
Co-Investments: 2

Which angels does Maersk Growth often collaborate with?

JS
Europe, Hovedstaden, Denmark, Copenhagen
Shared Deals: 1
JM
North America, Illinois, United States, Chicago
Shared Deals: 1
JL
North America, Texas, United States, Dallas
Shared Deals: 1
AG
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Shared Deals: 1
PT
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
SM
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
TH
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Shared Deals: 1
WR
North America, Texas, United States, Austin
Shared Deals: 1
GO
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Shared Deals: 1
WR
Europe, Zurich, Switzerland, Zürich
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Maersk Growth?

C1 Green Chemicals

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

C1 Green Chemicals is a chemical production company.

Carbon CaptureChemicalEnvironmental EngineeringManufacturingRecycling
Series UnknownMar 19, 2025
Amount Raised: $16,413,641
MODIFI

Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

MODIFI provides a platform that offers trade finance services for business payments and trade management.

Financial ServicesFinTechPaymentsTrading Platform
Series CNov 5, 2024
Amount Raised: $15,000,000
Altris

Uppsala, Uppsala Lan, Sweden

Altris is a sodium-ion battery developer that focuses on enhancing energy storage efficiency and sustainability.

BatteryChemicalEnergy StorageManufacturing
Series BOct 9, 2024
Amount Raised: $14,431,065
Pactum

Mountain View, California, United States

Pactum AI helps companies to unlock value from thousands of suppliers by automatically negotiating contracts on a massive scale.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Series BJul 11, 2024
Amount Raised: $20,000,000
Captura

Pasadena, California, United States

Captura specializes in direct ocean carbon capture, employing technology and leveraging the ocean's natural carbon removal capabilities.

Carbon CaptureChemical EngineeringCleanTechEnvironmental Consulting
Series AJan 22, 2024
Amount Raised: $21,500,000
Blue World Technologies

Aalborg, Nordjylland, Denmark

Blue World Technologies is a fuel cell manufacturer especially in methanol fuel cells as an alternative to non-renewable fuels.

Fuel CellManufacturingRenewable Energy
Series CDec 5, 2023
Amount Raised: $11,873,921
Boxbot

Oakland, California, United States

Boxbot makes ordinary conveyor three-dimensional and transforms parcel delivery operations.

LogisticsRoboticsSupply Chain Management
Series ASep 18, 2023
Amount Raised: $12,000,000
Arrive Recommerce

Santa Monica, California, United States

Arrive is a technology company that powers circular commerce for the world’s most innovative brands, retailers and operators.

E-CommerceRentalRetail
Series AJul 17, 2023
Amount Raised: $16,000,000
WasteFuel

Los Angeles, California, United States

WasteFuel generates sustainable fuels using technologies to address the climate emergency and revolutionize mobility.

Biomass EnergyRenewable EnergySustainabilityWaste Management
Series BJul 6, 2023
Amount Raised: $10,000,000
Dexory

London, England, United Kingdom

Dexory captures real-time insights of warehouse operations using fully autonomous robots and Artificial Intelligence.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Data VisualizationLogisticsRetail TechnologyWarehouse AutomationWarehousing
Series AJun 27, 2023
Amount Raised: $18,956,557