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Upway

Paris, FR · 18 known investors

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Upway, founded in 2021, sells refurbished electric bikes that are inspected and repaired by its in-house mechanics, sold at reduced prices with a 12-month warranty and home delivery. It sources bikes from manufacturers, bike shops, and individuals, operating in France and internationally including Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the Netherlands, Belgium, and the United States.

Founders & leadership

TWToussaint Wattinne
Toussaint WattinneFounderFounder of Upway, a company that sells professionally inspected and refurbished electric bikes with a one-year warranty and home delivery, and buys back used e-bikes from individuals and businesses through a network of partner shops.
SFStéphane Ficaja
Stéphane FicajaFounderA French engineer who began his career in airline pricing and finance before spending 2014 to 2021 at Uber, where he helped build its Rides and Eats businesses in France, Europe, and the US. He is the founder of Upway, which sells refurbished electric bikes across Europe and the US.

Investors · 18

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Also in the syndicate · 3

A.P. MollerleadEuropean Climate Fund TransitionGalvanize

Funding

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$60M disclosed across 1 of 3 rounds · 2023–2025

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Frequently asked questions

What does Upway do?
Upway, founded in 2021, sells refurbished electric bikes that are inspected and repaired by its in-house mechanics, sold at reduced prices with a 12-month warranty and home delivery. It sources bikes from manufacturers, bike shops, and individuals, operating in France and internationally including Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the Netherlands, Belgium, and the United States.
Who founded Upway?
Upway was founded by Toussaint Wattinne, Stéphane Ficaja.
Who are Upway's investors?
Upway's investors include Cathay Innovation, Future Positive Capital, Korelya Capital, Nordstar, Origins, Sequoia Capital, Transition, Transition Global and 7 more.
How much funding has Upway raised?
Upway has disclosed $60M raised across 1 of its 3 known rounds.
Where is Upway headquartered?
Upway is headquartered in Paris, FR.