Loadar Raises €3.8 Million in Seed Round

Loadar, a Belfast, Ireland-based startup that provides freight solutions, has raised €3.8 million in seed funding.

The round was led by Frontline Ventures, with participation from existing investor Techstart Ventures.

Frontline Ventures is a venture capital firm focused on globally ambitious B2B (business-to-business) companies across the Atlantic. Specializing in early-stage investments, Frontline Ventures provides strategic capital and support to help B2B startups scale and expand internationally.

The company will use the funding to fuel its expansion into the US market and grow its team.

Founded in 2022 by Ciaran Doherty, Loadar provides a platform for freight procurement and transport management. Its solutions are designed for large enterprises, offering multi-modal capabilities that cover road, sea, air, and rail logistics. The platform is already operational, with customers including blue-chip sustainable packaging providers.

Funding Details

Company: Loadar

Raised: €3.8M

Round: Seed Round

Funding Date: December 2024

Lead Investor: Frontline Ventures

Additional Investor: Techstart Ventures

Company Website: https://www.loadar.com/

Software Category: Transport Management