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Superpedestrian
Superpedestrian is a transportation robotics company developing core technologies for micromobility
About Superpedestrian
Superpedestrian is a pioneering company in the micromobility sector, specializing in the design, engineering, and deployment of advanced e-scooters. The company’s flagship product, the LINK scooter, is touted as the world's smartest and safest e-scooter. Superpedestrian's primary market includes urban areas across North America and Europe, where it collaborates with over 40 cities to provide reliable and safe transportation options.
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The business model of Superpedestrian revolves around offering shared e-scooter services. These scooters are available for rent through a mobile app, where users can locate, unlock, and ride them for a fee. The company generates revenue through these rental fees, which are typically based on the duration of the ride. Additionally, Superpedestrian may engage in partnerships with city governments and local businesses to expand its service offerings and enhance urban mobility.
Superpedestrian's unique selling proposition lies in its commitment to safety and compliance. The LINK scooter is equipped with a patented Pedestrian Defense system, which actively enforces riding rules such as no sidewalk riding and automatically slows down in pedestrian zones. This system stores city maps, geofence zones, and enforcement commands directly on the scooter, reducing enforcement delays and enhancing safety.
The company serves a diverse clientele, including daily commuters, tourists, and anyone seeking a convenient and eco-friendly mode of transportation. By focusing on safety and user experience, Superpedestrian aims to make urban mobility more accessible and enjoyable for people of all ages and abilities.
In summary, Superpedestrian is a leader in the micromobility market, offering innovative and safe e-scooter solutions that cater to urban dwellers and city planners alike.
At a glance
- Status
- Acquired
- Founded
- 2013
- Headquarters
- Cambridge, United States
- Employees
- 80
- Open positions
- None listed
- Dealroom signal
- 66.0/100
- Sub-industry
- Vehicle Production
- Sector
- Transportation, Autonomous Mobility, E-Scooters, Spinout, Micromobility, Sustainable Development Goals, Urban Tech, Climate Tech, Electric Mobility
- Technology
- Hardware, Deep Tech, IoT InternetOfThings
- Business model
- Manufacturing
- Client focus
- b2c
- Investment activity
- 3 companies, latest Dec 2021
- Capital deployed
- —
- Preferred round
- ACQUISITION
Latest news
Press, funding announcements and product moves mentioning Superpedestrian.
Funding history
Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACQUISITIONOther financing | Mar 2024 | $5M | — | Surf Beyond | ↗ |
| SERIES COther financing | Feb 2022 | $63M | $250M | Citi · General Catalyst · Spark Capital · Jefferies Group | ↗ |
Growth signals
Latest recorded traffic for Superpedestrian is 1.4K monthly website visits, up 460% over the last three months. Superpedestrian's team declined 37.5% over the past year.
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Investments and acquisitions
Recent portfolio relationships for companies that also act as investors or acquirers.
Wind Mobility France&UKNottingham, United Kingdom
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NavmaticPalo Alto, United StatesNavmatic | Micromobility | United States
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$60Mvaluation
Investors
From Dealroom's funding and investor records, grouped by the round each investor first entered.
Seed1 investor entered at this stage
Series A6 investors entered at this stage
John Maloney
Jared Leto
General Catalyst
Paul Sagan
Xavier Niel
Tony Fadell
Series B and later10 investors entered at this stage
Edison Partners
Empire Angels
Hanaco Venture Capital
OurCrowd
Winthrop Capital Management
Citi
Jefferies Group
Sony Innovation Fund
Antara Capital- FCFM Capital
Other known investors2 additional known investors
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Surf Beyond
Source: Dealroom Talent Intelligence.
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Market sentiment
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