Copilot Capital invests in Zendr to build Europe's leading freight partner for SMEs

Copilot Capital, the venture capital firm focused on supporting Europe's most promising software companies, has conducted a majority investment in Zendr, a fast-growing B2B logistics platform that simplifies and streamlines business shipping.

The partnership enables Zendr to accelerate its expansion in The Nordic countries and Europe while the company continues to invest in its platform, international growth and targeted M&A initiatives. The European freight and logistics market is expected to grow from USD 1.48 trillion in 2025 to USD 1.74 trillion in 2030, which points to enormous future potential.

Rapid growth journey

Zendr founded in 2020 by Mathias Rebane and Johan Sund and has quickly grown from 2 to over 50 employees. With more than 2,000 customers The company has established itself as Sweden's leading digital freight partner for small and medium-sized enterprisesThrough a combination of a user-friendly logistics platform, consolidated carrier agreements and expert support, customers can reduce costs and save up to 75 % of time which would otherwise be spent on booking and handling deliveries.

Earlier this year, Zendr acquired GOT Solution, marking the start of a broader acquisition strategy where increased volumes strengthen both customer and carrier benefits. Copilot Capital's investment is the next step in this expansion.

Strategic partnership

– “Zendr has built an impressive business by solving concrete challenges for SMEs that lack logistics expertise,” says John Messer, Managing Partner at Copilot Capital. “We will work closely with the team to scale the business, expand into new markets and deepen customer relationships. The combination of technology and shipping expertise makes Zendr ready to take the step from Swedish market leader to European player.”

Over 20 European funds showed interest in Zendr, but Copilot Capital was chosen for its deep understanding of both the business and the founders' vision. In addition to capital, Copilot brings experience in AI, M&A and international expansion.

The founders' vision of the future

– “From the beginning, we have been obsessed with simplifying shipping for companies without large logistics departments,” says Johan Sound, co-founder of Zendr. “With Copilot Capital we not only get financing, but a partner who shares our vision and can help us grow in the Nordics and Europe.”

– “We see ourselves as a shipping partner for our customers – we help them avoid mistakes, ship more efficient and improve quality in logistics,” adds Mathias Rebane, co-founder. “With Copilot Capital’s support, we can reach thousands more SMEs and make shipping smarter, easier and more reliable.”

Part of a broader strategy

Copilot Capital has previously invested in companies such as Relesys, SecureFlag and PriceShape and has recently strengthened its team with Olly Demaine (formerly Levine Leichtman Capital Partners) and Farhana Atteib (from KKR & Co. Inc.).

With Zendr, Copilot adds one of Europe's most promising logistics platforms to its portfolio and strengthens its position within software and data-driven growth.