In a new step toward strengthening innovation in logistics services in Egypt, Startup Factory, in partnership with Egytrans NOSCO and with the strategic sponsorship of Alexandria Container & Cargo Handling Company (ACCHCO), has officially announced the launch of the third edition of Logivators (Logivators 3.0).
The announcement coincides with the introduction of the Egyptian Entrepreneurship Charter under the patronage of His Excellency the Prime Minister, underscoring Egypt’s strategic vision to position itself as a leading regional hub for logistics, supply chains, and port services.
Supporting Applied Innovation in Egypt’s Logistics Industry
Logivators 3.0 is designed to accelerate applied innovation in the logistics sector by directly connecting startups with real operational challenges across transportation and supply chain operations in Egypt.
.The program functions as an integrated industry platform that transforms operational bottlenecks into scalable, investment-ready business opportunities
.By embedding startups within real operating environments, Logivators ensures that emerging technologies are tested, validated, and prepared for commercial deployment
Strong Track Record: 15 Startups Supported and Over $1 Million in Pre-Seed Funding
Across its first two editions, Logivators has demonstrated measurable impact on Egypt’s logistics startup ecosystem:
- 15 startups incubated and supported in logistics-focused solutions.
- Over 20% signed MoUs with Egytrans NOSCO to deploy their solutions in real operational environments.
- Around 30% expanded into regional markets beyond Egypt.
- Pre-seed funding exceeding USD 1 million secured by participating startups.
- 30% of alumni startups featured on Shark Tank, gaining national visibility.
These outcomes highlight the program’s ability to convert innovation into commercially viable and fundable business models.
A More Integrated and Industry-Driven Third Edition
Building on this foundation, Logivators 3.0 introduces an expanded, multi-dimensional structure aimed at accelerating startup readiness and deepening industry collaboration.
The new edition combines:
- Industry roundtables to identify real operational pain points in logistics and transportation.
- Applied hackathons to develop testable, technology-driven solutions.
- Targeted acceleration programs preparing startups for growth and integration into national and regional supply chains.
This integrated approach is designed to accelerate technology adoption, enhance operational efficiency, strengthen collaboration between logistics operators and emerging tech providers, and unlock access to funding and scaling opportunities.
Industry Leaders Emphasize the Strategic Value of Logivators
Eng. Abir Leheta, Co-CEO of Egytrans NOSCO, emphasized that the company’s continued partnership reflects its commitment to innovation as a core pillar of growth and development.
She noted that since the first edition, Logivators has enabled the company to pilot emerging technologies in real operational settings and integrate impactful innovations into workflows, improving efficiency and service quality.
Previous editions featured more than 20 specialized workshops and seminars, with over 20% of participating startups formalizing deployment agreements with the company—demonstrating the program’s tangible industry value.
Dr. Nadine Abou Khadra, Executive Partner at Startup Factory (pmaestro), highlighted that the third edition builds on a strategic vision to embed startups within Egypt’s logistics innovation ecosystem. She noted that the program enables startups to deploy solutions within major operational organizations like Egytrans NOSCO and access both local and international commercial opportunities.
.Approximately 30% of startups achieved regional expansion, while pre-seed investments surpassed USD 1 million, reinforcing investor confidence in logistics-focused innovation
Mr. Hazem Abou El Nil, General Manager of Marketing and Strategic Planning at ACCHCO, stated that the company’s sponsorship reflects its strong belief in technology-driven operational and strategic advancement.
He added that early access to commercially viable startup solutions enhances ACCHCO’s ability to deliver more flexible and efficient services while creating new collaborative business models within the maritime transport and logistics sector.
Advancing Egypt’s Position as a Regional Logistics Hub
Through its structured integration of startups, industry operators, and investors, Logivators continues to strengthen its role as a strategic platform advancing innovation in Egypt’s logistics sector.
By connecting emerging companies with real operational environments and expanding opportunities for commercial deployment and regional market access, Logivators 3.0 contributes directly to Egypt’s broader ambition to lead in logistics, supply chain innovation, and port services across the region.
