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In 2025, about 2.31% of startups worldwide operate in the Transportation industry (4,308 out of 186,539). These companies span ride-hailing, logistics, aviation, automotive/EVs, and aerospace. StartupBlink’s SB Score is based on data from Crunchbase and Semrush and considers factors such as website traffic, funding rounds, and team growth. Using this metric, this article ranks top Transportation startups and unicorns.

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Top Transportation Unicorns in 2025

Below are the top Transportation unicorns of 2025, ranked by SB Score (investment, web traffic, employee growth). Transportation accounts for 4.02% of all unicorns. Research Members can request full datasets and deep dives

Bolt

SB Score: 755
Location: Tallinn, Estonia
Bolt is a ride-hailing and delivery platform that connects passengers, couriers, and merchants across Europe, Africa, and beyond with fast, affordable urban mobility and last-mile logistics.

Flixmobility

SB Score: 735
Location: Munich, Germany
Flixmobility is a tech-enabled operator of intercity bus and rail networks under the Flix brand, combining an asset-light model with dynamic pricing and a unified booking app.

iFood

SB Score: 731
Location: São Paulo, Brazil
iFood is a food-delivery leader that orchestrates large-scale logistics, from restaurant discovery to dispatching couriers and optimizing last-mile operations.

SpaceX

SB Score: 731
Location: Hawthorne, United States
SpaceX is an aerospace company that provides orbital launch services and operates satellite networks, accelerating access to space for governments, enterprises, and consumers.

Lalamove

SB Score: 717
Location: Hong Kong, China
Lalamove is an on-demand logistics platform that matches shippers with drivers for same-day, last-mile, and intracity deliveries via a simple mobile interface.

Xpressbees

SB Score: 714
Location: Pune, India
Xpressbees is a parcel-logistics and e-commerce delivery network that offers nationwide B2C and B2B shipping, reverse logistics, and fulfillment services.

Ola Electric Mobility

SB Score: 701
Location: Bangalore, India
Ola Electric Mobility is an EV manufacturer building electric two-wheelers and charging infrastructure to accelerate mass-market adoption of clean transportation.

J&T Express

SB Score: 692
Location: Jakarta, Indonesia
J&T Express is a regional logistics provider focused on e-commerce parcels, offering end-to-end pickup, sorting, and last-mile delivery across multiple Asian markets.

Flexport

SB Score: 691
Location: San Francisco, United States
Flexport is a digital freight forwarder that integrates global trade booking, customs, and supply-chain data into a single platform for importers and exporters.

Chehaoduo

SB Score: 654
Location: Beijing, China
Chehaoduo is an automotive transactions platform that streamlines buying, selling, and servicing of new and used vehicles through online marketplaces and partner networks.

Top Transportation Startups in 2025

Our database includes 4,308 Transportation startups. Below are the top entries in 2025 by SB Score. Research Members can request complete lists, filters, and profiles.

Ekart Logistics

SB Score: 681
Location: Bangalore, India
Ekart Logistics is an e-commerce logistics provider delivering nationwide first-mile, line-haul, last-mile, and reverse logistics for online retailers.

Waymo

SB Score: 679
Location: Mountain View, United States
Waymo is an autonomous-driving company developing self-driving technology and operating robo-taxi services with a safety-first approach to deployment.

TrueCar

SB Score: 670
Location: Santa Monica, United States
TrueCar is an online automotive marketplace that helps buyers compare pricing, discover inventory, and connect with certified dealers to purchase vehicles.

Instabox

SB Score: 662
Location: Stockholm, Sweden
Instabox is a parcel-delivery service that uses automated lockers and scheduled home drops to provide fast, flexible last-mile options for e-commerce.

Breeze Airways

SB Score: 659
Location: Salt Lake City, United States
Breeze Airways is a U.S. low-cost carrier that serves underserved city pairs with point-to-point routes and a streamlined digital experience.

Ather Energy

SB Score: 657
Location: Bangalore, India
Ather Energy is an electric two-wheeler company that designs smart scooters and builds a supporting charging ecosystem for urban commuters.

UniUni

SB Score: 657
Location: Richmond, Canada
UniUni is a crowd-sourced parcel delivery network that leverages flexible driver capacity to offer affordable, rapid last-mile service.

Avelo Airlines

SB Score: 645
Location: Houston, United States
Avelo Airlines is a low-cost carrier operating point-to-point flights, focusing on simple fares and secondary airports to keep costs down.

BAE Systems Rokar International

SB Score: 638
Location: Jerusalem, Israel
BAE Systems Rokar International is an aerospace and defense electronics unit developing navigation, guidance, and sensing solutions relevant to aviation and precision systems.

Avatr

SB Score: 627
Location: Chongqing, China
Avatr is an intelligent electric-vehicle brand that integrates EV hardware with in-car software to deliver connected, software-defined driving experiences.

iMile

SB Score: 626
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
iMile is a cross-border and last-mile logistics company serving e-commerce merchants with parcel delivery, cash-on-delivery handling, and regional fulfillment.

What Our Research Members Can Explore Further

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  • Capital flows: How much funding went to Transportation startups globally in the past 12 months, and how it breaks down by segment (ride-hailing, logistics, EVs, aviation, aerospace).

  • Regional leaders: Which countries and cities are gaining share in EV manufacturing, last-mile logistics, and autonomy pilots.

  • Unicorn tracker: Which Transportation companies crossed key valuation milestones or attracted top-tier investors this year.

  • Segment momentum: Comparative growth of EVs vs. logistics vs. autonomy vs. aerospace, including hiring trends and web-demand signals.

  • Supply-chain exposure: Which startups are most integrated into cross-border trade, ports, airports, and critical infrastructure.

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