• Nowlun raises USD 600K led by Ingressive Capital, closing its seed round at USD 2.3M to scale AI-powered logistics.
• The Egypt-based startup simplifies global freight for MENA businesses, offering real-time tracking and FCL/bulk cargo support.
• Funding will accelerate AI tools like a Logistics Assistant, enhance operations, and support expansion in Egypt and Saudi Arabia.

Nowlun

What happened? Egypt-based Nowlun, the digital logistics platform that simplifies global freight in the MENA region raised USD 600K in its latest funding extension. The extension was led by Ingressive Capital. 

This brings its total seed round at USD 2.3 million. Furthermore, this extension builds on the startup’s previous seed round. It was led by Nama Ventures and A15, with the participation of Sanabil 500 Global, and other angel investors. 

Who are they? Founded by Moataz Khamis, Mahmoud Khaled, and Ahmed Emara, Nowlun is the digital logistics platform. It aims to simplify global freight MENA by helping businesses move full container load (FCL) and bulk cargo efficiently. It also provides real-time tracking and instant updates,

Logistics 

What is next? With the new capital, Nowlun aims to accelerate the use of AI in logistics. It also aims to enhance its team so that it is able to handle more shipments with greater efficiency. In addition, it aims to equip its team with AI-driven insights across all areas of logistics. 

It is also working on building a Logistics Assistant for ocean freight shippers in MENA and Africa. This Logistics Assistant will give freight shippers instant access to insights and recommendations. This is to simplify decisions, and reduce costs, aiming to make global trade smarter and more reliable across the region. 

“We’re building your smart Logistics Assistant, a tool that puts decades of industry expertise in the palm of your hand, helping you make faster, smarter shipping decisions every day,” said Moataz Khamis, Nowlun’s CEO.

Additionally, it is working on growth in Egypt and Saudi Arabia alongside accelerating its mission to modernize logistics in the region. 

Bottom line:  As it expands its footprint, Nowlun is turning to AI to improve speed, transparency, and efficiency in a logistics sector still shaped by manual processes.