Best Transportation and Logistics Tech Companies in Ohio, United States
The 123 best Transportation and Logistics Tech companies in Ohio, United States in 2026, ranked by funding and momentum. Funding, investors, founders, valuation, tech stack and live signals. Top: Workhorse Group.
Our analysis of 79 Transportation and Logistics Tech companies
$48.2b in tracked funding; 95% of the stack-profiled cohort runs cloud-native; funding activity peaked in 2025.
Ranked: Best Transportation and Logistics Tech companies in Ohio
| # | Company | Disclosed funding | Last round | Employees | Founded | Founder | Tech stack | Patents & IP focus | Recent signals |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Workhorse Group Manufacturer of electric vehicles and related components for transportation solutions 60Partners top 12%Patents top 14%Innovation top 16%Funding top 24% All 12 signals ▾Partnerstop 12% Patentstop 14% Innovationtop 16% Fundingtop 24% Newstop 24% Producttop 35% Moattop 35% Growthtop 37% Techtop 43% Marketbottom 46% Globalbottom 36% Fin. healthbottom 23% Partners: 10 contract events in 12 mo · Named contractor/client in 10 deals Patents: 229 patents matched (strict assignee match) · 179 filings since 2022 vs 44 in 2017-21 rank vs industry peers · Fliar Intelligence Index 60/100 | $519M | 16 mo ago | 298 298 → 248 (-17%) · sector median +71% | 2007 | — | WordPress Block EditorBeaver BuilderWordPress+35 | 229 patents Patents concentrated in transport & manufacturing processes | — |
| 2 | Loop Returns Provider of platform for managing returns, tracking, claims, and fraud prevention | $176M | 41 mo ago | 164 164 → 293 (+79%) · sector median +71% | 2017 | Chris Pinchot Co-Founder | SanitySentryApple iCloud Mail+33 | — | 2 launchs |
| 3 | Comprehensive Logistics Full-service third-party logistics company | $125M | 100 mo ago | 945 945 → 1,024 (+8%) · sector median +71% | 1995 | — | WordPressApple iCloud MailMySQL+16 | — | — |
| 4 | Intelligrated Industrial automation solutions optimizing efficiency, precision, and productivity across diverse industries | $58M | 204 mo ago | 39,007 | 2001 | — | UNIXOpenSSLMicrosoft ASP.NET+7 | 38 patents Automated material handling conveyors and sortation systems for package distribution. | — |
| 5 | CHAMPtitles SaaS-based database management solutions for automotive workshops 40Funding top 28%Moat top 39%Talent bottom 49%Market bottom 45% All 5 signals ▾Fundingtop 28% Moattop 39% Talentbottom 49% Marketbottom 45% Globalbottom 36% Funding: Raised $45.0M across 4 rounds · 4 rounds over 5 yrs (0.8/yr) Moat: Editorial + unicorn rating 7/10 · 9 curated direct competitors tracked rank vs industry peers · Fliar Intelligence Index 40/100 | $45M | 5 mo ago | 53 | 2018 | Shane Bigelow CEO | — | — | 1 internship |
| 6 | MacroPoint Asset tracking and freight visibility solution | $44M | 115 mo ago | 65 | 2011 | — | WordPress Block EditorWordPressMySQL+27 | 17 patents Real-time vehicle and freight location tracking for logistics and supply chain visibility. | 1 launch |
| 7 | Talkin’ Things Offers connected smart packing solutions for supply chain industries | $30M | 41 mo ago | 42 | 2013 | Marcin Pilarz Founder | TypeScriptZone.jsAngular+11 | — | — |
| 8 | Felux Online B2B marketplace and logistics service provider for the steel industry | $25M | 48 mo ago | 36 | 2018 | Chris Day Co-Founder & COO | Node.jsVuetifyVue.js+10 | — | — |
| 9 | SHARE Mobility Saas-enabled transit planning solutions | $12M | 48 mo ago | 62 | 2009 | — | WebflowSalesloftHubSpot+23 | — | — |
| 10 | Pacejet Shipping API for businesses | $11M | 86 mo ago | 54 | 2003 | — | — | — | — |
| 11 | Frayt Technologies Offers a platform providing on-demand last-mile delivery services | $10M | 41 mo ago | 35 | 2017 | — | WordPressMySQLPHP+29 | — | 3 job openings |
| 12 | Banyan Technology Freight management software connecting shippers, 3PLs, and carriers for efficient OTR solutions | $8M | 111 mo ago | 41 41 → 67 (+63%) · sector median +71% | 2001 | — | WordPressMySQLPHP+26 | 3 patents Integrated photovoltaic roofing shingles for building‑integrated solar power | 1 launch |
| 13 | nChannel Cloud based multi channel retail integration | $5M | 105 mo ago | 42 | 2011 | Jeff Grundey Co-Founder | WordPressMySQLPHP+29 | — | — |
| 14 | Delivered Provider of nationwide parcel shipping solutions for businesses and consumers | $5M | 23 mo ago | 15 | 2022 | Andrew Hurst Founder | HubSpot CMS HubMaterial Design LiteZURB Foundation+13 | — | — |
| 15 | UrbanShipper Online platform for on-demand courier delivery services for businesses | $4M | 49 mo ago | 3 | 2013 | — | — | — | — |
| 16 | Drone Express Provider of autonomous logistics delivery services through drones | $4M | 13 mo ago | 21 | 2011 | Gloria Sharret Co-Founder & CEO | WordPressMySQLPHP+23 | — | 1 launch |
| 17 | 1Logtech Provider of cloud-enabled transportation management solutions | $3M | 14 mo ago | — | 2023 | JP Wiggins Chief Executive Officer | — | — | — |
| 18 | Tobi Saas-enabled platform offering operations planning and management solutions for paratransit operators | $2M | 56 mo ago | 2 | 2020 | Gil Amado Co-Founder | Cart FunctionalityWordPressMySQL+40 | — | 2 job openings |
| 19 | ARCOS Developer of software for workforce management and operational analytics solutions | $996K | 12 mo ago | 125 125 → 241 (+93%) · sector median +71% | 1993 | — | WordPressMySQLPHP+31 | — | — |
| 20 | Divine Services On-demand valet parking app | $783K | 48 mo ago | 51 | 2009 | — | — | 2 patents Therapeutic liquid heating devices for medical applications | — |
| 21 | TREW Manufacturer and integrator of automated material handling systems and software | $650K | 34 mo ago | 205 205 → 504 (+146%) · sector median +71% | 2019 | Mark Tefend CEO | Cart FunctionalityWixSentry+24 | 9 patents Automated sortation conveyor systems with pusher retention and flexible divert guides. | 2 launchs · 1 partnership |
| 22 | Iuvo Logistics Software solutions for fleet management services | $500K | 88 mo ago | 18 | 2010 | — | — | — | — |
| 23 | AircraftLogs Aviation Data Management solutions | $468K | 129 mo ago | 14 | 2005 | Doug Stewart Founder & President | — | — | — |
| 24 | US Positronix Developer of magnetic levitation systems for automation solutions | $225K | 9 mo ago | — | 2011 | John Baker Co-Founder | — | 5 patents Magnetic levitation propulsion and low‑profile permanent‑magnet motors, plus rapid ML deployment. | — |
| 25 | Vroom Delivery Local store delivery platform for beer, wine, food, and more | $160K | 64 mo ago | 8 | 2015 | — | Cart FunctionalityRubyErlang+33 | — | — |
| 26 | Truckstop.com Online load board integrated with freight management functionalities | $158K | 91 mo ago | 956 | 1995 | — | WordPressApple iCloud MailMicrosoft 365+43 | — | — |
Top 12 Transportation and Logistics Tech companies in Ohio
#1
Series D · Cleveland, Ohio · founded 2018 · 53 employees$45Mraised▾
SaaS-based database management solutions for automotive workshops. The platform offers solutions like web channel management, title management, registration management, and more.
- Dec 2025Series D$55M
- Mar 2024Series C$18M
- Sep 2022Series B$12.9M
- Aug 2021Series A$8.5M
#2
Public · Cincinnati, Ohio · founded 2007 · 298 employees$518.8Mraised▾
Manufacturer of electric vehicles and related components for transportation solutions. The company focuses on designing and producing electric vehicles. It also provides components that support electric transportation. The business model centers on delivering sustainable and efficient vehicle options.
- Jan 2025Post IPO$3.5M
- Oct 2020Post IPO$200M
- Jun 2020Post IPO$70M
- Nov 2019Post IPO$41M
#3
Seed · Dayton, Ohio · founded 2011 · 21 employees$4Mraised▾
Provider of autonomous logistics delivery services through drones. It offers autonomous package delivery services to businesses and retailers. It caters to logistics, packages, and food delivery.
- Apr 2025Seed$5M
- May 2024Seed$100K
- Aug 2023Seed$5M
- Dec 2022Seed$175K
#4
Seed · Clinton, Ohio · founded 2023$3Mraised▾
Provider of cloud-enabled transportation management solutions. The company offers a platform for managing transportation operations. It includes API to electronic data interchange, LTL, FTL, final-mile operations, tender, quotation, document management, and more.
- Apr 2025Seed$1.5M
- Oct 2024Seed$1.5M
#5
Acquired · Columbus, Ohio · founded 1993 · 125 employees$996.1Kraised▾
Developer of software for workforce management and operational analytics solutions. The company provides tools for daily operations, emergency response, and workforce management. Its software aims to improve efficiency and awareness for operations spanning system, customer, and crew key performance indicators. The software supports resource management for a connected workforce.
- Jun 2025PE—
- Sep 2014Grant (prize money)$224.3K
- Nov 2013PE—
- Jun 2011Grant (prize money)—
#6
Series B · Columbus, Ohio · founded 2017 · 164 employees$175.6Mraised▾
Provider of platform for managing returns, tracking, claims, and fraud prevention. The platform offers tools to customize return policies and automate processes. It provides features for fraud detection, cost optimization, and customer loyalty programs. The platform integrates with various marketing, logistics, and shipping applications through an API.
- Jan 2023Series B$50M
- Jul 2021Series B$114.6M
- Nov 2019Series A$10M
- May 2018Seed$1.1M
#7
Seed · Oberlin, Ohio · founded 2011$225Kraised▾
Developer of magnetic levitation systems for automation solutions. It also offers software solutions to control and manage warehousing and manufacturing processes.
- Aug 2025Seed$100K
- Jun 2024Seed$238K
- Sep 2023Seed$225K
#8
Series A · Cleveland, Ohio · founded 2022 · 15 employees$4.8Mraised▾
Provider of nationwide parcel shipping solutions for businesses and consumers. It offers parcel pick up, delivery, and tracking. The business model uses technology to lower overhead and prices. The network is structured to create capacity for a range of product types and sizes.
- Jul 2024Series A$4.8M
#9
Series A · Cincinnati, Ohio · founded 2013 · 42 employees$29.6Mraised▾
Offers connected smart packing solutions for supply chain industries. It provides digitalized packaging solutions with RFID tags for supply chain tracking and inventory management. It provides protection against counterfeit and builds brand loyalty, prevents grey market activities and tracks goods, manages promotions remotely, and monitors shelf stock in real-time. It uses NFC, AR, and IR technologies for packing and production management.
- Jan 2023Grant (prize money)$318.4K
- May 2022Series A$20M
- 2019Seed$9.6M
#10
Funding Raised · Youngstown, Ohio · founded 1995 · 945 employees$125Mraised▾
Comprehensive Logistics provides warehousing, distribution, and transportation management services for OEMs & Tier-I suppliers. The company offers third-party logistics with custom engineered supply chain solutions, contract manufacturing, IT engineering & systems, yard management, and value-added services. Primarily carters to manufacturers & suppliers of automobiles, trucks & buses, agricultural equipment, and recreational products.
- Jan 2018Conventional Debt$25M
- Jan 2018Conventional Debt$100M
#11
Series A · Cleveland, Ohio · founded 2018 · 36 employees$24.6Mraised▾
Online B2B marketplace and logistics service provider for the steel industry. It allows users to connect, and manage sourcing, procurement, financing, and shipping. The platform enables tracking orders in real-time and getting access to the transportation network.
- Jun 2022Series A$19.5M
- Aug 2021Seed$5.1M
#12
Series A · Cincinnati, Ohio · founded 2017 · 35 employees$10Mraised▾
Offers a platform providing on-demand last-mile delivery services. It provides door-to-door delivery services including last-mile shipping, retail shipping, local pick-up & delivery, and small-business shipping. The application connects shippers with drivers. The application is available for android and IOS users.
- Jan 2023Series A$7M
Funding & investor landscape
Notable founders
Market landscape — 10 sub-themes by coverage
Share of Transportation and Logistics Tech coverage by sub-theme.
Regulatory-risk over time rising
Funding & growth over time
funding rising · growth rising
How research on Logistics & Supply Chain Tech is moving in the United States
A read on the academic research around Logistics & Supply Chain Tech — which themes are gaining ground, the institutions and researchers driving them, and how the tone is shifting. Based on 637 United States-affiliated papers.
- Purdue University West Lafayette28
- Georgia Institute of Technology21
- National Laboratory of the Rockies20
- Idaho National Laboratory18
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology16
- Fleet management16→21
- Scalability4→9
- Key (lock)1→6
- Supply chain management1→4
- Automotive engineering1→4
- Supply chain management5→21
- Scheduling (production processes)8→22
- Sustainability1→11
- Supply chain risk management1→10
- Electric vehicle3→11
- Supply chain management2→11
- Fleet management16→24
- Transport engineering3→10
- Supply chain optimization4→9
- Sustainability1→5
Where logistics supply chain is researched across United States
Location clusters by institution affiliation — each city's volume, stance tone, and a quick read on its hot topic, what's advancing, the opening opportunity, and the main concern.
Who's filing logistics supply chain patents in the United States
United States logistics supply chain patent filing is accelerating — 946 filings from 617 assignees (2016–2025), led by Amsted RAIL, Crown Equip, UBER Technologies; annual filings 68→95.
- Amsted RAIL93
- Crown Equip69
- UBER Technologies65
- Kochanowski George E49
- Miner Enterprises37
- Bendix Commercial Vehicle System35
- R & L Carriers29
- Strong Force VCN Portfolio 201923
Common questions
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