# PORT

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/port

- Industry: Outsourcing
- Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan
- Website: www.theport.jp
- Total disclosed funding: $9.6M
- Latest round: Series B (Jan 12, 2018)
- Investors on record: 6

## About

Based in Japan, PORT Inc. focuses on solving societal challenges through innovative technology and practical applications, specializing in recruitment solutions and operational support services across various sectors.Founded in 2011 in Tokyo, Japan, PORT Inc. provides solutions aimed at improving recruitment processes and operational efficiencies. The company has conducted a total of 9 deals, with its latest funding round raising JPY 200.000 mn from CHANGE Inc., bringing the total amount raised to JPY 200.000 mn.PORT Inc. specializes in addressing social issues through technology and real-world applications. The company offers human resources solutions for new graduate recruitment, operational support for hiring companies, and tailored services for staffing agencies. Additionally, PORT supports energy sector clients, including electricity and gas providers, by enhancing productivity and addressing Japan's labor force challenges, primarily focusing on the Japanese market.In the most recent financial year 2023, PORT Inc. reported a revenue of JPY 26,103,814 and an EBITDA of JPY 4,478,273.8, operating on a performance-based revenue model that aligns with client success through recruitment and operational services.PORT Inc. plans to utilize the recent funding of JPY 200.000 mn to expand its service offerings and enhance operational capabilities. The company aims to launch new products focused on advanced recruitment technologies and enhance its market penetration in Japan by 2024. Following its IPO in November 2018, where it raised JPY 4.7 billion, PORT has retained a strategic focus on growth while maintaining a minor stake held by Mitsubishi UFJ Capital.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Jan 12, 2018, $4M — Eight Roads Ventures, Mitsubishi UFJ Capital, Global Brain, SBI Investment, Samurai Incubate
- Series B, Dec 21, 2017, $0.5M — Miyagin Venture Capital
- Series A, Feb 29, 2016, $5.1M — Eight Roads Ventures, Mitsubishi UFJ Capital, Global Brain

## Investors

- Eight Roads Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/eight-roads-ventures) — Series A, Series B
- Mitsubishi UFJ Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/mitsubishi-ufj-capital) — Series A, Series B
- Global Brain (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/global-brain) — Series A, Series B
- Miyagin Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/miyagin-venture-capital) — Series B
- SBI Investment (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/sbi-investment) — Series B
- Samurai Incubate (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/samurai-incubate) — Series B