ShipBee

What ShipBee does

ShipBee is an AI-powered digital logistics marketplace headquartered in Doha, Qatar, operating under Qatar Free Zones Authority license (FZA678). Founded in 2024 by Tamer Raafat (CEO) and Amer Azani, the company runs a B2C and B2B platform (shipbee.io) that connects shippers — individuals, SMBs, e-commerce merchants, and government entities — with third-party couriers for local and international shipping. The platform supports instant booking ("Quick ShipBee"), AI-driven vehicle assignment based on package size and type, route optimization, real-time tracking, and a dedicated international express shipping sub-platform (express.shipbee.io). Native customer mobile apps on iOS and Android and a separate driver app extend the marketplace beyond the web.

The business model combines transaction-based service fees (marketplace take rate on each shipment) with SaaS subscription tools for business customers, including prepaid and postpaid billing options, and COD reconciliation services. Pricing spans pay-as-you-go for individual shippers and recurring subscriptions for businesses managing shipping operations. ShipBee is incubated by Qatar Development Bank (QDB) and the Digital Incubation Center, and has secured integration partnerships with major logistics counterparties including Snoonu, Qatar Post, DHL, and Chinese AI logistics firm NEXX.

To date, ShipBee has raised a QR 855,000 (~$235,000) pre-seed round in June 2024 and a $500,000 seed round in March 2026, both led by GrowthX Capital (founded by Snoonu CEO Hamad Al Hajri). The company's stated geographic focus is Qatar, with declared expansion ambitions into the broader GCC and MENA region.

Name

ShipBee

Legal name

ShipBee Technologies QFZ LLC

Website

https://shipbee.io

Company type

Private

Founded year

2024

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

ShipBee is an AI-powered digital logistics marketplace headquartered in Doha, Qatar, connecting individuals, businesses, e-commerce merchants, and government entities with third-party couriers for local and international shipping via web and mobile platforms with SaaS business tools.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Logistics Marketplace

SIC

Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731), Trucking & Courier Services (No Air) (4210)

akta.pro primary industry

Ocean Freight Brokerage (FCL/LCL) (TLADAMAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cross-Border E-commerce Ocean Forwarding (DDP/DDU) (TLACABAK), Customs Brokerage for Ocean Shipments (Import/Export Clearance) (TLACABAG)

Keywords

• Digital logistics marketplace
• On-demand delivery platform
• Last-mile shipping
• AI courier matching
• Crowdsourced delivery

Headquarters

HQ city

Doha

HQ country

Qatar

HQ region

Middle East

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Digital Commerce or Content

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Service Fees: Platform fees charged to customers for using the logistics marketplace and booking shipments through carriers
2. Cash on Delivery (COD) Reconciliation: Facilitates collection and transfer of COD funds from carriers to merchants, retaining service fees
3. Prepaid and Postpaid Options: Both prepaid payment options and approved postpaid accounts generate platform revenue through service fees
4. SaaS Subscription: SaaS tools for businesses managing shipping operations

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

ShipBee operates an AI-powered digital logistics marketplace that connects shippers — both individuals and businesses — with third-party couriers and drivers for on-demand, same-day, and cross-border deliveries. Its platform comprises consumer and driver mobile apps, a B2B SaaS dashboard for enterprise shippers, and ShipBee Express, an international shipping rate-and-booking portal that aggregates global carrier options.

Product overview

ShipBee operates as a unified AI-powered digital logistics ecosystem consisting of a core marketplace platform (shipbee.io) with customer and driver mobile apps, complemented by SaaS tools for business logistics management. The Express platform (express.shipbee.io) handles international express shipping separately. The ecosystem connects users with third-party carriers for local and international deliveries, offering instant booking, real-time tracking, automatic vehicle assignment, and route optimization—all powered by AI for order assignment and delivery efficiency.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Express.shipbee.io: International express shipping platform (EMS) for managing international shipments, freight forwarders, courier companies, and customs clearance.

Products and services

• ShipBee Consumer Mobile App Native iOS and Android application for individual consumers to book on-demand, same-day, and scheduled parcel deliveries within Qatar, with real-time tracking, pricing, and WhatsApp-based support.
• ShipBee Driver Mobile App Native iOS and Android application for third-party couriers and drivers to receive delivery assignments, navigate routes, and manage earnings through the ShipBee marketplace.
• ShipBee for Business (B2B SaaS) SaaS dashboard and API-based tools that allow SMB and enterprise merchants to dispatch bulk orders, track shipments, integrate via API, and reconcile cash-on-delivery collections through the ShipBee platform.
• ShipBee Express (International Shipping Portal) Web-based international shipping portal (express.shipbee.io) that aggregates global carrier options, compares cross-border shipping rates, and books international shipments on behalf of consumers and businesses.

Quantifiable outcome

• Many shipments arrive within hours
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• SnoonucoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partnership with Qatar's leading delivery platform. Snoonu's CEO Hamad Al Hajri leads GrowthX, creating a strong alignment. ShipBee serves as a logistics partner for Snoonu's delivery operations.
• Qatar PostcoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership with Qatar's national postal service for integrated shipping and postal logistics solutions, extending ShipBee's reach in local delivery services.
• DHLcoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership with global logistics leader DHL for international shipping and express delivery services, enabling ShipBee to offer worldwide logistics coverage.
• NEXXsupportingTechnology or IntegrationPartnership with Chinese AI logistics company NEXX for technology integration and AI-powered logistics capabilities enhancement.
• Qatar Development BankcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerShipBee is incubated and supported by Qatar Development Bank's mobility incubator. QDB provides incubation support, access to government tenders, and alignment with Qatar's Vision 2030 digital economy goals.
• Digital Incubation CentersupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerSelected for the Digital Incubation Center's Idea Camp 8th Edition, providing startup support and resources for technology development.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• DHL Express: Global logistics leader providing international express, freight, and supply chain services; ShipBee's international shipping partner via the Express platform. Comparable international express capabilities but at vastly greater scale and brand recognition.
• FedEx: Global courier and logistics integrator offering international express, ground shipping, and freight services worldwide. Comparable international and domestic courier capabilities competing for the same enterprise and consumer shipping customers in MENA.
• Aramex: Dubai-headquartered MENA logistics leader offering domestic and international courier, freight, and e-commerce fulfillment. Comparable regional courier and express services; significantly larger scale and capital base than ShipBee.
• Talabat (Delivery): Leading MENA food and quick-commerce delivery platform operating a marketplace across multiple GCC countries. Comparable marketplace model, though primarily food-focused; possesses deeper logistics scale in the region.
• J&T Express: Fast-growing global logistics player with strong presence in Southeast Asia and expanding into MENA. Comparable international express and e-commerce delivery capabilities competing for cross-border parcel volume.
• Careem (Delivery): MENA super-app (Uber-owned) offering on-demand delivery, ride-hailing, and payments across multiple countries. Comparable on-demand marketplace model with a substantially larger regional footprint and capital base.

Direct peers

• Snoonu: Qatar's leading on-demand delivery super-app operating a marketplace connecting users with restaurants, grocery, and courier services. Directly comparable asset-light marketplace model in the same geography; also a ShipBee strategic partner and investor-adjacent.

Regional players

• Naqel Express: Saudi Arabia-headquartered courier and logistics company serving the MENA region with domestic and international shipping services. Comparable regional courier services in adjacent GCC markets where ShipBee plans to expand.

Emerging players

• iMile: Middle East and emerging-market focused last-mile delivery company with a digital logistics platform serving e-commerce clients. Comparable asset-light marketplace model targeting cross-border e-commerce delivery in MENA.
• Lalamove: Asia-headquartered on-demand delivery marketplace connecting customers with drivers for same-day deliveries. Closely comparable asset-light marketplace model and customer experience; an emerging player expanding into MENA.

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors2 records

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M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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