ShipBlu
YC S21Cairo, EG · Founded 2020 · 300 employees · 2 known investors
ShipBlu is an AI-powered logistics platform that provides shipping, delivery, and fulfillment services for eCommerce businesses in Egypt. The platform offers instant cash payouts, real-time tracking, delivery verification, and integrated billing to streamline the shipping process.
AI & Machine LearningE-commerceEnterprise SoftwareLogistics & Supply ChainDeliveryAIEgyptMiddle East and North AfricaPartly Remote
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S21)
ShipBlu was founded in 2020 by Ali Nasser, Ahmed ElKawass, and Abdelrahman Hosny.
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Ali Nasserin𝕏Co-founder and CEO at ShipBluAli Nasser holds a B.Sc. in Construction Engineering from the American University in Cairo and an M.Eng. and MBA from Cornell University. He previously worked as an investment banker at Citibank covering the fertilizer sector, and later returned to Egypt to work in the family business before founding ShipBlu.
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Ahmed ElKawassinCo-Founder and Chief Operating OfficerAhmed ElKawass holds a degree in Politics and Economics from Northumbria University. He has held roles in sales and supply chain at multinational consumer goods companies including Unilever, Nestle, and Reckitt Benckiser, followed by positions in marketing and advertising at Leo Burnett and JWT before founding ShipBlu.
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Abdelrahman Hosnyin𝕏Co-FounderAbdelrahman Hosny holds a Master's degree in Computer Science and Engineering from the University of Connecticut and is pursuing a PhD in Computer Science at Brown University. He has approximately eight years of experience developing cloud applications, with expertise in combinatorial optimization and machine learning.
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Competitors · 4
by search overlapBluegrace Logistics5 shared keywordsBlueGrace Logistics is a third-party logistics (3PL) provider offering full-service freight and supply chain management. Founded in 2009, it operates as a national logistics company serving customers across the United States.
CarrierSource5 shared keywordsCarrierSource is a carrier prospecting and vetting platform that combines verified customer reviews with FMCSA safety and insurance data, letting shippers and brokers search, qualify, and organize carriers before booking. It also offers carriers claimable profile pages and review-based marketing tools to attract relevant loads.
uShip5 shared keywordsuShip is an online shipping marketplace that connects shippers with thousands of professional and independent carriers to transport large items including vehicles, furniture, freight, and equipment. The platform allows customers to compare quotes from multiple carriers and book shipments with secure payments and protection guarantees.
Maersk4 shared keywordsMaersk provides integrated logistics services and solutions including inland transport via road, rail, and barge, as well as global shipping and supply chain solutions for businesses across industries in 130+ countries.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does ShipBlu do?
- ShipBlu is an AI-powered logistics platform that provides shipping, delivery, and fulfillment services for eCommerce businesses in Egypt. The platform offers instant cash payouts, real-time tracking, delivery verification, and integrated billing to streamline the shipping process.
- Who founded ShipBlu?
- ShipBlu was founded by Ali Nasser, Ahmed ElKawass, Abdelrahman Hosny in 2020.
- Who are ShipBlu's investors?
- ShipBlu's investors include Y Combinator, Nama Ventures.
- Where is ShipBlu headquartered?
- ShipBlu is headquartered in Cairo, EG.