Cargado

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Cargado, Inc.

11 Investors
Logistics Technology
CHICAGO, IL

Cargado, Inc. is an innovative logistics technology startup focused on streamlining cross-border truckload freight operations among the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Leveraging advanced technology, the company aims to resolve the inefficiencies and complexities associated with international freight transactions, particularly amidst the growing trend of nearshoring.

Products & Team

Cross-Border Load Board

Freight LogisticsSeed

Cargado's flagship product is an invite-only load board specifically designed for cross-border freight operations. It enables logistics providers to post and manage freight transactions efficiently while ensuring a vetted connection with trustworthy carriers.

Value Proposition

By offering a seamless platform for collaboration among shippers, brokers, and carriers, Cargado effectively reduces operational inefficiencies and vulnerabilities related to fraud and cargo theft, ultimately lowering logistics costs by 60-80%.

Pain Points

Cargado addresses the prevalent issues of fragmented communication channels leading to high costs, operational inefficiencies, and increased risks associated with fraud and cargo theft.

Ability to post spot freight and consistent freight lanes across the U.S., Mexico, and CanadaAccess to a curated network of C-TPAT certified and equivalent carriersDirect negotiation and transaction execution on the platformSupport for various transport equipment types including dry vans, reefers, and flatbeds
Industry
Other Technology
Primary business sector
Founded
2025
Year established
Location
CHICAGO, IL
Primary headquarters

Funding History

Total Raised:
$12.0M
E

Equity Offering

Closed
March 2025
$12.0M
Raised
Progress
100%
Raised
$12.0M
Target
$12.0M
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