Tilla Secures €2M for Global Maritime Logistics Dominance
July 30, 2025, 9:36 am
Tilla, a Berlin-based maritime technology firm, has secured €2 million in new funding. This boosts its total capital to €4 million. The company digitizes and optimizes crew logistics, a fragmented $12 billion annual industry. Its AI-powered platform streamlines crew changes, cutting costs up to 24% and time up to 40%. This investment propels Tilla's global expansion and platform innovation.
The global shipping industry relies on constant crew movement. Annually, approximately 10 million crew trips occur. These movements incur an estimated $12 billion in costs. Despite this vast scale, crew change management largely remains mired in outdated methods. Manual processes dominate. Calls, emails, and spreadsheets are common tools. This leads to rampant inefficiencies. Errors proliferate. Costs inflate unnecessarily.
Tilla emerged in 2021 to address this critical industry gap. It offers a digital solution. The company developed an AI-powered platform. This platform transforms the entire crew change process. It enables crewing teams to plan operations effectively. They can monitor ongoing changes. Continuous improvement becomes possible.
The platform integrates all vital data sources. Voyage schedules sync seamlessly. Crew information is instantly accessible. Port agency data flows in real-time. Flight updates are current. Travel requirements are met. This comprehensive data integration covers every stage. From initial planning to automated flight management, the system handles it. Invoice processing simplifies. Reporting becomes robust. The platform integrates smoothly with existing crew management systems. This ensures minimal disruption for users.
The results are compelling. Ship managers using Tilla report significant gains. Crew change costs can drop by up to 24 percent. Time spent on these tasks can reduce by as much as 40 percent. This directly translates to improved productivity. Operational efficiency sees a major boost.
Tilla has already established a strong market presence. It has facilitated over 35,000 crew trips. Its platform is deployed on more than 500 vessels. Clients and users operate in ten countries across the globe. Prominent industry players trust Tilla. Peter Döhle Schiffahrts-KG, Essberger, Stödig Shipmanagement, Wilson, EXMAR, and Seatrade are among its customer base. The maritime sector recognizes Tilla's value proposition.
The recent €2 million funding round marks a pivotal moment. It signals growing demand for digitized crew logistics. This round was led by Motion Ventures. Motion Ventures is a global maritime venture capital firm. It recently launched a $100 million fund dedicated to maritime technology. This leadership underscores the strategic importance of Tilla's work.
EXMAR also provided a strategic investment. EXMAR is a well-established Belgian shipping company. It holds deep roots in the Saverys family legacy. EXMAR is also a Tilla customer. Their investment is a vote of confidence. It demonstrates belief in the platform's effectiveness. It validates the team's capabilities. EXMAR's direct operational experience with Tilla highlights its proven value.
Beyond capital, these partnerships bring immense value. Motion Ventures contributes deep maritime expertise. It offers extensive global networks. EXMAR similarly provides invaluable industry insight. These connections boost Tilla's credibility. They reinforce its market position. The collaboration accelerates sustainable scaling. It aids team growth. It strengthens market presence.
The new capital infusion targets ambitious goals. Tilla plans to strengthen its platform further. This includes expanding with new AI-powered planning features. Comprehensive financial capabilities will also be added. The company aims for significant global expansion. New international markets are targeted. These include the APAC region and the Mediterranean. This geographical growth is crucial for market leadership.
Tilla's ambition is clear. It seeks to become the global market leader. It intends to optimize every step of every crew change. This optimization will extend worldwide. The demand for digitized crew logistics continues to rise. Tilla stands ready to meet this need. It brings a strong technological foundation. It possesses a deep understanding of the crew logistics domain.
After four years of building and delivering value in Europe, Tilla demonstrates a proven approach. The collaboration with Motion Ventures and EXMAR provides strategic leverage. These partners understand both technology and industry. This partnership will accelerate global value delivery. Tilla is poised for continued innovation. It aims for comprehensive end-to-end crew change management. The Blue Economy sector observes Tilla's progress closely. Its success promises a paradigm shift in maritime operations.
The shipping industry is undergoing digital transformation. Crew logistics represent a significant frontier. Tilla's platform offers a powerful solution. It addresses long-standing inefficiencies. It provides tangible cost and time savings. Its strategic funding round solidifies its path. Tilla is set to redefine maritime crew management globally. Its trajectory signals a new era for shipping operations.
The global shipping industry relies on constant crew movement. Annually, approximately 10 million crew trips occur. These movements incur an estimated $12 billion in costs. Despite this vast scale, crew change management largely remains mired in outdated methods. Manual processes dominate. Calls, emails, and spreadsheets are common tools. This leads to rampant inefficiencies. Errors proliferate. Costs inflate unnecessarily.
Tilla emerged in 2021 to address this critical industry gap. It offers a digital solution. The company developed an AI-powered platform. This platform transforms the entire crew change process. It enables crewing teams to plan operations effectively. They can monitor ongoing changes. Continuous improvement becomes possible.
The platform integrates all vital data sources. Voyage schedules sync seamlessly. Crew information is instantly accessible. Port agency data flows in real-time. Flight updates are current. Travel requirements are met. This comprehensive data integration covers every stage. From initial planning to automated flight management, the system handles it. Invoice processing simplifies. Reporting becomes robust. The platform integrates smoothly with existing crew management systems. This ensures minimal disruption for users.
The results are compelling. Ship managers using Tilla report significant gains. Crew change costs can drop by up to 24 percent. Time spent on these tasks can reduce by as much as 40 percent. This directly translates to improved productivity. Operational efficiency sees a major boost.
Tilla has already established a strong market presence. It has facilitated over 35,000 crew trips. Its platform is deployed on more than 500 vessels. Clients and users operate in ten countries across the globe. Prominent industry players trust Tilla. Peter Döhle Schiffahrts-KG, Essberger, Stödig Shipmanagement, Wilson, EXMAR, and Seatrade are among its customer base. The maritime sector recognizes Tilla's value proposition.
The recent €2 million funding round marks a pivotal moment. It signals growing demand for digitized crew logistics. This round was led by Motion Ventures. Motion Ventures is a global maritime venture capital firm. It recently launched a $100 million fund dedicated to maritime technology. This leadership underscores the strategic importance of Tilla's work.
EXMAR also provided a strategic investment. EXMAR is a well-established Belgian shipping company. It holds deep roots in the Saverys family legacy. EXMAR is also a Tilla customer. Their investment is a vote of confidence. It demonstrates belief in the platform's effectiveness. It validates the team's capabilities. EXMAR's direct operational experience with Tilla highlights its proven value.
Beyond capital, these partnerships bring immense value. Motion Ventures contributes deep maritime expertise. It offers extensive global networks. EXMAR similarly provides invaluable industry insight. These connections boost Tilla's credibility. They reinforce its market position. The collaboration accelerates sustainable scaling. It aids team growth. It strengthens market presence.
The new capital infusion targets ambitious goals. Tilla plans to strengthen its platform further. This includes expanding with new AI-powered planning features. Comprehensive financial capabilities will also be added. The company aims for significant global expansion. New international markets are targeted. These include the APAC region and the Mediterranean. This geographical growth is crucial for market leadership.
Tilla's ambition is clear. It seeks to become the global market leader. It intends to optimize every step of every crew change. This optimization will extend worldwide. The demand for digitized crew logistics continues to rise. Tilla stands ready to meet this need. It brings a strong technological foundation. It possesses a deep understanding of the crew logistics domain.
After four years of building and delivering value in Europe, Tilla demonstrates a proven approach. The collaboration with Motion Ventures and EXMAR provides strategic leverage. These partners understand both technology and industry. This partnership will accelerate global value delivery. Tilla is poised for continued innovation. It aims for comprehensive end-to-end crew change management. The Blue Economy sector observes Tilla's progress closely. Its success promises a paradigm shift in maritime operations.
The shipping industry is undergoing digital transformation. Crew logistics represent a significant frontier. Tilla's platform offers a powerful solution. It addresses long-standing inefficiencies. It provides tangible cost and time savings. Its strategic funding round solidifies its path. Tilla is set to redefine maritime crew management globally. Its trajectory signals a new era for shipping operations.