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- CargoX has raised $250 million in a funding round led by BlueFive Capital to support the growth of its autonomous delivery platform.
- The company plans to launch commercial operations soon in Abu Dhabi and Dubai after successful public-road trials in the UAE.
- The new funding will support CargoX’s local and international expansion, vehicle technology development, operational infrastructure, and long-term strategic partnerships.
CargoX, a UAE-based autonomous delivery services platform, has announced that it has raised $250 million in a funding round led by a consortium of investors headed by BlueFive Capital. The funding will support the company’s expansion plans as it scales its autonomous logistics and delivery network.
The investment marks a significant step in CargoX’s growth journey, enabling the company to expand its autonomous delivery infrastructure across the UAE and international markets. It will also support further investment in vehicle technology, operational capabilities, and long-term strategic partnerships.
Leadership with Strong Regional Experience
CargoX is led by Tommaso Rodriguez, the former CEO of Talabat, who brings extensive experience in scaling delivery platforms across the Middle East.
During his six-year tenure as CEO of Talabat, Rodriguez grew the company’s business by more than ninefold, helping establish it as the largest food delivery platform in the Middle East. He also oversaw Talabat’s $2 billion initial public offering in 2024, which was the world’s largest technology IPO that year.
CargoX is building on this leadership experience to develop an advanced autonomous delivery model that combines technology, logistics infrastructure, and strategic regulatory and commercial partnerships.
Autonomous Vehicles Across Multiple Logistics Segments
CargoX operates a fleet of autonomous delivery vehicles across different stages of the logistics chain. This includes last-mile delivery to customers, middle-mile transportation between distribution centers, and long-haul freight between cities.
The company has already completed successful public-road trials in the UAE, with commercial operations expected to launch soon in Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
CargoX has also built strategic partnerships with leading companies across e-commerce, retail, and logistics. In addition, the company has secured regulatory support from key government entities, including Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority and Abu Dhabi Mobility.
Expanding from the UAE to International Markets
The new funding will help CargoX accelerate the expansion of its autonomous logistics network across the UAE, while also preparing the company for international growth.
The capital will be used to further develop vehicle technologies, strengthen operational infrastructure, and build long-term commercial and regulatory partnerships. These steps are expected to enhance CargoX’s ability to deliver more efficient, scalable, and sustainable logistics solutions.
The announcement comes as the logistics sector in the region continues to undergo rapid transformation, driven by e-commerce growth, rising demand for faster delivery solutions, and increasing interest in autonomous technologies.
Autonomous Delivery Moves from Concept to Reality
Commenting on the funding, Tommaso Rodriguez, CEO of CargoX, said: “The Middle East is entering a new phase of logistics efficiency, where autonomous delivery is no longer a future concept, but a reality today. This $250 million funding gives us the momentum and capacity to scale rapidly, starting from Abu Dhabi and Dubai and expanding into global markets.”
The statement reflects CargoX’s ambition to move autonomous delivery beyond limited trials and into a scalable commercial model. With a supportive regulatory environment in the UAE and growing demand for more efficient logistics solutions, the company is positioning itself to become a major regional player in autonomous delivery technology.
With this funding round, CargoX enters a new phase of growth that could place it among the most prominent companies in the region’s autonomous logistics sector, particularly as it works to expand from Abu Dhabi and Dubai into wider international markets.
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