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Qatar’s ShipBee Raises USD 235K to Expand Logistics Platform

by WAYA Staff - Jun 4, 2025
Qatar’s ShipBee Raises USD 235K to Expand Logistics Platform
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  • Qatar-based ShipBee raises USD 235K pre-seed funding to develop its AI-powered logistics platform and expand across GCC and MENA.
  • Founded in 2024, ShipBee offers unified logistics services, including apps, marketplace, and SaaS tools for businesses and consumers.
  • Backed by GrowthX and incubators, ShipBee supports Qatar’s Vision 2030 by driving digital transformation in logistics through AI solutions.

ShipBee

What happened? Qatar-based logistics startup, ShipBee, secured USD 235 thousand (QAR 855K) in a pre-seed funding round. The round was led by GrowthX, two angel investors, and USD 41 thousand (QAR 150K) in founder contributions.

Who are they? Founded in March 2024 by Tamer Raafat and Amer Azani, ShipBee is an AI powered logistics startup. The startup offers a unified platform for both local and international logistics. Furthermore, it includes a marketplace, user and driver apps, and SaaS solutions for businesses managing shipping operations. Registered in Qatar Free Zones, the startup seeks to transform logistics in the GCC and MENA region.

Ultimately, the startup aims to build an AI-powered digital logistics ecosystem to streamline shipping and delivery for business and consumers.

The startup was incubated by the mobility incubator of the Qatar Development Bank and the Digital Incubation Center. 

Logistics 

What is next? With the new funding, ShipBee aims to support its technological development, secure government contracts, and achieve product-market fit. In addition, it aims to implement new AI solutions to enhance the platform.

“This funding empowers us to scale our vision of simplifying logistics through cutting-edge technology. ShipBee’s vision is to build a smart logistics ecosystem in Qatar and MENA using the power of AI and new technologies,” said Tamer Raafat, co-founder and CEO of ShipBee.
Why does this matter? The startup is aiding in Qatar’s goal of becoming a hub for global logistics. In addition, its vision is aligned with Qatar’s Vision 2030 of becoming a digital economy.

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