# DRIVER TECHNOLOGIES

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/driver-technologies-2

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan
- Website: www.drtc.co.jp/
- Total disclosed funding: $3.7M
- Latest round: Series A (Mar 26, 2025)
- Investors on record: 8

## About

Founded in 2021 and based in Tokyo, Japan, DRIVER TECHNOLOGIES Inc., formerly known as Carnival Group Co., Ltd., operates as a logistics technology firm that offers cloud-based software solutions. In November 2023, DRIVER TECHNOLOGIES Inc. raised JPY 100 million in venture funding from Skyland Ventures, 100 Capital, and Headline Asia. As of 2023, the company is led by its Representative Director, President, and CEO, Kohei Kawashima. DRIVER TECHNOLOGIES Inc. offers and develops cloud-based logistics solutions. The firm’s business line includes ride-hailing cloud, which is a cargo/vehicle matching platform that leverages artificial intelligence to match idle trucks with suitable delivery projects; driver direct, which is a driver matching platform; Mikata, a media platform for truck drivers; Hajimeru-kun, a media and training program for taxi drivers; third-party logistics (3PL) management for e-commerce businesses; cargo transportation/freight transportation handling business; and many more. The company plans to use the funds raised in November 2023 to accelerate business growth.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Mar 26, 2025, $3.7M — Gogin Capital, Z Venture Capital, East Ventures, Headline [DUP], Skyland Ventures, 100 Capital, Kyoto Capital Partners, Boost Capital

## Investors

- Gogin Capital — Series A
- Z Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/z-venture-capital) — Series A
- East Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/east-ventures) — Series A
- Headline [DUP] — Series A
- Skyland Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/skyland-ventures) — Series A
- 100 Capital — Series A
- Kyoto Capital Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/kyoto-capital-partners) — Series A
- Boost Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/boost-capital) — Series A