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Yahoo
30-07-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
AI Leader Motive Raises $150 Million to Invest in Product, Go-To-Market Expansion
Momentum underscores Motive's role in advancing global fleet safety and operational excellence SAN FRANCISCO, July 30, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Motive, the AI-powered Integrated Operations Platform for the physical economy, announced today that it raised $150 million in a new funding round led by Kleiner Perkins, with participation from both existing investors and new investor AllianceBernstein. This additional capital will enable Motive to accelerate growth by further expanding its AI capabilities, scaling internationally, and sustaining momentum with enterprise customers. As part of this round, Ilya Fushman, Partner at Kleiner Perkins, has rejoined Motive's Board of Directors. A long-time believer in the company's mission and trajectory, Fushman led Motive's Series A in 2015 and backed the company again in its Series F in 2022. "Motive has solidified itself as a clear leader in bringing advanced AI to the physical economy," said Fushman. "The company's growth trajectory is a testament to the value it delivers to customers. We are proud to continue our partnership as Motive enters its next phase of global scale." "We continue to execute against a bold mission to empower the people who run physical operations with AI to make their work safer and more productive," said Shoaib Makani, CEO and Co-founder of Motive. "This funding allows us to extend our AI leadership, enter new markets, and expand our teams to support the world's largest and most complex operations." Funding will advance Motive's AI roadmap and expand automation across its Integrated Operations Platform With this funding, Motive will expand its AI capabilities to enhance every aspect of physical operations, including driver safety, which already helps organizations reduce collisions by up to 80%; service verification; preventive maintenance; fraud detection; and automated coaching. These developments are helping customers streamline repetitive tasks, improve safety, and increase productivity. Motive expands go-to-market (GTM) efforts to meet rising enterprise demand in North America and around the world Motive serves nearly 100,000 customers and 1.3 million drivers across industries like transportation and logistics, construction, oil and gas, utilities and telecoms, food and beverage, agriculture, the public sector, and more— including global leaders like FedEx Freight, Cintas, KONE, Davey Tree, ABM, and CRH. Since 2024, Motive has more than doubled its ARR from customers spending over $100,000, driven by the addition of hundreds of new enterprise customers and industry-leading net revenue retention of more than 130%. Driven by strong global demand for its AI-powered platform, Motive is expanding its GTM operations and investing in R&D, customer success and support, and tailored capabilities to support large, worldwide organizations. The company is gaining momentum across North America, with rapid growth in Mexico and Canada, and is set to launch in the UK in early August to meet rising demand for driver safety and fleet sustainability solutions. This new funding will further accelerate R&D expansion in India, building on Motive's early 2025 hiring initiative. For more information, visit About Motive Motive empowers the people who run physical operations with tools to make their work safer, more productive, and more profitable. For the first time, safety, operations, and finance teams can manage their workers, vehicles, equipment, and fleet-related spend in a single system. Motive serves nearly 100,000 customers from small businesses to Fortune 500 enterprises such as Halliburton, KONE, Komatsu, NBC Universal, and Maersk across a wide range of industries including transportation and logistics, construction, energy, field service, manufacturing, agriculture, food and beverage, retail, waste services, and the public sector. Visit to learn more. View source version on Contacts Media Contactpress@
National Post
30-07-2025
- Automotive
- National Post
AI Leader Motive Raises $150 Million to Invest in Product, Go-To-Market Expansion
Article content Momentum underscores Motive's role in advancing global fleet safety and operational excellence Article content SAN FRANCISCO — Motive, the AI-powered Integrated Operations Platform for the physical economy, announced today that it raised $150 million in a new funding round led by Kleiner Perkins, with participation from both existing investors and new investor AllianceBernstein. This additional capital will enable Motive to accelerate growth by further expanding its AI capabilities, scaling internationally, and sustaining momentum with enterprise customers. Article content As part of this round, Ilya Fushman, Partner at Kleiner Perkins, has rejoined Motive's Board of Directors. A long-time believer in the company's mission and trajectory, Fushman led Motive's Series A in 2015 and backed the company again in its Series F in 2022. Article content 'Motive has solidified itself as a clear leader in bringing advanced AI to the physical economy,' said Fushman. 'The company's growth trajectory is a testament to the value it delivers to customers. We are proud to continue our partnership as Motive enters its next phase of global scale.' Article content 'We continue to execute against a bold mission to empower the people who run physical operations with AI to make their work safer and more productive,' said Shoaib Makani, CEO and Co-founder of Motive. 'This funding allows us to extend our AI leadership, enter new markets, and expand our teams to support the world's largest and most complex operations.' Article content Funding will advance Motive's AI roadmap and expand automation across its Integrated Operations Platform Article content With this funding, Motive will expand its AI capabilities to enhance every aspect of physical operations, including driver safety, which already helps organizations reduce collisions by up to 80%; service verification; preventive maintenance; fraud detection; and automated coaching. These developments are helping customers streamline repetitive tasks, improve safety, and increase productivity. Article content Motive expands go-to-market (GTM) efforts to meet rising enterprise demand in North America and around the world Article content Motive serves nearly 100,000 customers and 1.3 million drivers across industries like transportation and logistics, construction, oil and gas, utilities and telecoms, food and beverage, agriculture, the public sector, and more— including global leaders like FedEx Freight, Cintas, KONE, Davey Tree, ABM, and CRH. Since 2024, Motive has more than doubled its ARR from customers spending over $100,000, driven by the addition of hundreds of new enterprise customers and industry-leading net revenue retention of more than 130%. Article content Driven by strong global demand for its AI-powered platform, Motive is expanding its GTM operations and investing in R&D, customer success and support, and tailored capabilities to support large, worldwide organizations. The company is gaining momentum across North America, with rapid growth in Mexico and Canada, and is set to launch in the UK in early August to meet rising demand for driver safety and fleet sustainability solutions. This new funding will further accelerate R&D expansion in India, building on Motive's early 2025 hiring initiative. Article content Motive empowers the people who run physical operations with tools to make their work safer, more productive, and more profitable. For the first time, safety, operations, and finance teams can manage their workers, vehicles, equipment, and fleet-related spend in a single system. Motive serves nearly 100,000 customers from small businesses to Fortune 500 enterprises such as Halliburton, KONE, Komatsu, NBC Universal, and Maersk across a wide range of industries including transportation and logistics, construction, energy, field service, manufacturing, agriculture, food and beverage, retail, waste services, and the public sector. Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content
Zawya
30-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Milaha signs strategic 5-year deal with Qatar Airways Group to provide integrated logistics services
Qatar - The partnership underscores both organisations' shared commitment to operational excellence and service quality, reinforcing Milaha's position as the logistics partner of choice for leading entities in Qatar and beyond. Qatar Navigation (Milaha) has signed a five-year agreement with Qatar Airways Group to deliver comprehensive warehousing and logistics services, marking a significant milestone in the strategic collaboration between two of Qatar's national champions. Under the agreement, Milaha will provide end-to-end supply chain solutions, including warehousing, inventory management, and distribution support, all powered by advanced logistics technologies and real-time visibility tools, tailored to meet the dynamic and evolving needs of Qatar Airways Group. The partnership underscores both organisations' shared commitment to operational excellence and service quality, reinforcing Milaha's position as the logistics partner of choice for leading entities in Qatar and beyond. Qatar Airways Group selected Milaha following a competitive evaluation process that highlighted the company's robust digital infrastructure, integrated systems, and strong track record in delivering consistent, reliable, and customer-centric logistics solutions. The use of cutting-edge technology, including automated inventory tracking, data-driven performance analytics, and warehouse management systems, will enable seamless coordination and enhanced service delivery. Milaha Group CEO Fahad bin Saad al-Qahtani said: 'We are honoured to be selected by Qatar Airways Group as their logistics partner of choice. This long-term agreement is built on mutual trust and a shared vision for service excellence. It further affirms our position as a strategic enabler of national connectivity and global competitiveness through reliable and efficient logistics solutions.' Qatar Airways Group CEO Badr Mohammed al-Meer said: 'We are pleased to formalise this long-term partnership with Milaha. This agreement enhances the resilience of our supply chain and strengthens our ability to operate efficiently as we expand globally. Through this collaboration, we continue to deliver world-class services and contribute to the Qatar National Vision 2030.' The agreement deepens the alliance between the two national champions and aligns with Qatar National Vision 2030 by accelerating the development of world-class, technology-enabled, and sustainable supply chain capabilities. Milaha continues to invest in infrastructure, digitalisation, and human capital to drive innovation and long-term value for its clients and partners. © Gulf Times Newspaper 2025 Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Yahoo
28-07-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
HGreg INFINITI Laval Receives the Order of Merit from INFINITI Canada for the Sixth Consecutive Year
MONTRÉAL, July 28, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--HGreg INFINITI Laval has once again earned national recognition, receiving INFINITI Canada's 2024 Order of Merit—for the sixth consecutive year. This prestigious award recognizes dealerships that demonstrate an exceptional commitment to customer satisfaction, quality of service, and operational excellence. "Whether customers are purchasing a vehicle or visiting our service department, our top priority is always their utmost satisfaction," stated Philippe Venne, General Manager of HGreg INFINITI Laval. "Winning this award for the sixth time is a great source of pride for our entire team. It's a tangible acknowledgment of our thoroughness, professionalism and persistent drive to exceed our own standards." The Order of Merit is awarded by INFINITI Canada to dealerships that meet the highest performance standards across the country. It takes into account key indicators such as the quality of customer experience, operational performance and staff expertise. "HGreg INFINITI Laval continues to raise the bar year after year, and we're very proud to recognize their unwavering excellence," said Catherine Plante, Director of Dealer Operations - Eastern Canada at INFINITI Canada. "This recognition is a reflection of the sustained efforts of their entire team, and we extend our most heartfelt congratulations to them." This latest honour solidifies HGreg INFINITI Laval's reputation as one of the nation's top-performing dealerships, and renews its commitment to offering an unrivalled customer experience worthy of the highest standards in the automotive industry. About HGreg Established in 1993, HGreg is committed to simplifying the car-buying process through its core values of excellence in customer service, transparency, smart use of technology and a refreshing customer-focused philosophy. Supported by a passionate team of car enthusiasts, HGreg operates dealerships in Québec and the U.S., offering both new and pre-owned vehicles. For more information, visit View source version on Contacts For more informationNoémia L'Heureux-DaigneaultHGreg450 472-7272, extension 1183noemia@ Jacob Brunette-SavardTorchia Communicationsjacob@ 438-777-8876
Yahoo
15-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
APEX New Brand Reinforces Role as the Kingdom's Industrial Champion
As the industrial services market in Saudi Arabia experiences unprecedented growth, APEX is poised to emerge as a local champion. DAMMAM, Saudi Arabia, July 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- APEX, formerly known as AUJAN Industrial Supplies & Services, announced the launch of its new brand identity, marking a significant milestone in its 45-year journey as a leading industrial services provider in Saudi Arabia. Commenting on the launch, Mr. Rami Qasem, CEO of APEX said; "Our rebranding is not just a change in name; it represents our commitment to innovation, quality, safety, and operational excellence". He continued, "Through strategic acquisitions of niche market leaders we continue to build on our unique industrial services platform, enhancing client value providing tailored solutions that meet the evolving needs of the market." As the industrial services market in Saudi Arabia experiences unprecedented growth, driven by significant investments in the petrochemical and oil and gas sectors, APEX is poised to emerge as a local champion, delivering a service experience previously not available in the market. Part of the Energy Capital Group (ECG), APEX was conceived to enhance the Kingdom's industrial infrastructure and support national energy and utility initiatives, in alignment with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030. Executed through ECG "APEX is a vital partner in industrial excellence, empowering the growth and sustainability of the region's critical industries," stated Mr. Ali Abdulaziz Alturki, Managing Partner of Energy Capital Group (ECG). He added: "Their commitment to quality, safety, sustainability and client satisfaction aligns with our vision for a sustainable energy future in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia." For more information about APEX visit About APEX APEX Industrial Services is a leading partner in Saudi Arabia's industrial sector, offering comprehensive, world-class service solutions that enhance operational efficiency and promote sustainability for top players in the Oil and Gas, Petrochemical, Power & Water, and Metals & Mining industries. Established in 1977, APEX brings together industry-leading expertise across niche solutions & services, including Turbines & Steam Boilers, Turnarounds, Inspection & Calibration, Automation & Control, Specialized O&M and Integrated Maintenance Programs, Technology Integration, Fire and Safety, and more, delivering end-to-end support across the complete asset lifecycle—from acquisition to decommissioning. Contact: Marwan Bajjali+973 Rehman Ali 581349978 Logo - View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE APEX Industrial Services Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
