What Uproot Technologies does

Uproot Technologies Limited is a privately held UK-headquartered (Milton Keynes) supply chain and engineering services company that enables enterprises to import and export equipment across 155+ countries without establishing local entities, acting as Importer of Record (IOR) and Exporter of Record (EOR). Its core platform covers customs clearance, HS code classification, tariff and duty management, import/export permits, shipment status reporting via web portal and API, and end-to-end freight coordination, with legal entities in the UK, US, UAE, and Netherlands supporting direct representation across multiple jurisdictions. The company has disclosed named engagements with a multinational network infrastructure provider in sub-Saharan Africa, a global cloud infrastructure company importing servers into Brazil, and a global telecom equipment provider in Saudi Arabia, all in IT/telecom/cloud verticals.

Beyond compliance and logistics, Uproot operates an electronics manufacturing capability that includes PCB design using Valor NPI with DDR5, PCIe Gen 5, and 5G interface support, rapid prototyping, contract manufacturing, and advanced assembly, supported by a dedicated electronic component search platform at parts.uproottechnologies.com. A broader engineering services portfolio spans systems design, mechanical, electrical, firmware, software, IT-managed services, robotics and industrial automation, quality assurance, cybersecurity, IoT, and e-waste/ITAD services. In March 2026 it added Global Field Engineering Support, Remote Hands, Smart Hands, and Data Centre Deployments across its 155+ country footprint.

Revenue is generated through six streams — IOR/EOR services, electronic component sourcing, PCB design and manufacturing, freight and logistics, engineering services, and quality assurance / cybersecurity — sold via a sales-led, quote-based enterprise model with multi-year contracts. GTM combines direct enterprise field sales and inside sales with phone (+44 203 002 5278) and email ([email protected]) outreach, complemented by content marketing, LinkedIn presence, SEO, and a self-serve IOR Rate Finder. A Cisco Partner relationship supports sourcing and deployment of networking and telecom equipment. The company is privately held with no disclosed funding, investors, or revenue figures, and operates with 11-50 employees across its four regional offices.

Name

Uproot Technologies

Legal name

Uproot Technologies Limited

Website

https://uproottechnologies.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Uproot Technologies is a UK-based, privately held supply chain and engineering services firm that acts as Importer/Exporter of Record across 155+ countries and delivers PCB design, electronic component sourcing, and engineering services to enterprise IT, telecom, cloud, and aerospace clients globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Supply Chain and Engineering Services

NAICS

Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (518), Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing (3341)

SIC

Wholesale-Computers & Peripheral Equipment & Software (5045), Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

Global Employer of Record (EOR) Services (BPACAHAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

E-Waste & IT Asset Disposition (On-site Collection & Secure Handling) (BPABALAF), Enterprise Hardware Recycling (Servers, Storage, Networking) (BPALAIAI)

Keywords

• Electronic component sourcing
• PCB design services
• Importer of record
• Engineering services
• Supply chain logistics

Headquarters

HQ city

Milton Keynes

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. IOR/EOR Services: Importer of Record and Exporter of Record services enabling companies to import/export equipment without local entity setup. Handles customs clearance, duties, taxes, regulatory compliance across 155+ countries.
2. Electronic Component Sourcing: Sourcing of electronic components and materials for manufacturing operations.
3. PCB Design and Manufacturing: Custom PCB design services and contract manufacturing including rapid prototyping, assembly, and production services.
4. Freight and Logistics: International freight logistics and shipment coordination services.
5. Engineering Services: Systems design, robotics, industrial automation, firmware, software, and IT-managed services.
6. Quality Assurance and Cybersecurity: Quality assurance and cybersecurity services for technology products.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Uproot Technologies provides global Importer of Record (IOR) and Exporter of Record (EOR) services, electronic component sourcing, and hardware engineering services including PCB design and contract manufacturing for enterprise customers across multiple industries.

Product overview

Uproot Technologies is a global supply chain and engineering services company operating across 155+ countries. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio organized around three core pillars: (1) IOR/EOR Services — Importer of Record and Exporter of Record solutions enabling companies to import/export without local entities, handling customs, compliance, and logistics; (2) Engineering Solutions — Systems Design, Mechanical/Electrical/Firmware/Software Engineering, IT-Managed Services, and Robotics & Industrial Automation; (3) Advanced Manufacturing — PCB Design & Manufacturing, Rapid Prototyping, Contract Manufacturing, and Assembly Services. Additional offerings include Electronic Component Sourcing, Supply Chain Management, Freight & Logistics, Cybersecurity, Quality Assurance, IoT Solutions, E-Waste/ITAD Services, and Global Field Engineering Support with Remote Hands capabilities. The portfolio is structured as a unified platform of interconnected services rather than discrete standalone products.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Quantifiable outcome

• Global lead time reduction potential through end-to-end IOR, EOR, fulfillment, and logistics mastery

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Arrow Electronics: Global electronic component distributor serving the same manufacturing customers as Uproot's electronic component sourcing business; overlap in components, design support, and supply chain services.
• Avnet: Global electronic component distributor with design support and supply chain services; directly comparable to Uproot's electronic component sourcing and engineering services portfolio.
• DHL Global Forwarding: Global logistics incumbent with customs brokerage and trade compliance services; competes with Uproot in cross-border IT/telecom hardware movements but as part of a much broader portfolio.
• Jabil: Global electronics manufacturing services provider offering PCB assembly, contract manufacturing and engineering; competes with Uproot's PCB design/manufacturing and contract manufacturing offerings.
• Coyote Logistics: Global freight brokerage and logistics provider with cross-border capabilities; competes with Uproot's freight and supply chain management functions.
• FedEx Trade Networks (FedEx Logistics): Global logistics provider with customs brokerage, trade compliance and IOR-adjacent services; competes for the same multinational hardware importers Uproot serves, at vastly greater scale.
• UPS Supply Chain Solutions: Global logistics arm of UPS providing customs brokerage, IOR/EOR and freight forwarding; overlapping customer base with Uproot in IT, telecom, and aerospace hardware cross-border movements.

Emerging players

• E2open: Trade compliance software and services platform (incorporating legacy Amber Road); competes in global trade management and customs compliance where Uproot positions its IOR/EOR services.

Direct peers

• Livingston International: North American customs broker and trade compliance specialist offering IOR-style services; directly comparable to Uproot's core trade compliance and customs clearance offerings for cross-border hardware imports.
• Flexport: Digital-first global freight forwarder offering customs brokerage and IOR/EOR-adjacent trade services; competes with Uproot for cross-border electronics, telecom and cloud infrastructure deployments.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/uproot-technologies-limited

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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

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