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Startup Series F B2B

Zipline

Instant logistics with autonomous delivery drones

Kenya , Nairobi Founded 2014 501-1000 Website

Total Raised$600,000,000

StageSeries F

Operating Since2014 (12y)

About Zipline

Zipline operates the world's largest autonomous drone delivery network. In Africa, the company delivers medical supplies, blood products, and vaccines to remote health facilities using electric drones. Zipline's technology enables deliveries within 30 minutes, dramatically improving healthcare access in hard-to-reach areas.

Funding

Total Raised$600,000,000

Last Round$330,000,000Series F · Jun 2023

Investors

SoftbankTemasekKatalyst VenturesBaillie GiffordGoldman Sachs

Funding History

Series F Jun 2023

Lead: Softbank

Leadership & Team

Founder(s)Keller Rinaudo

CEOKeller Rinaudo

Contact

flyzipline.com

Quick Facts

CountryKenya

Founded2014

TypeStartup

ModelB2B

Team Size501-1000

Operating In

RwandaGhanaKenyaNigeriaCote d'IvoireUnited States

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