HIVED

HIVED

Electric parcel delivery with on-time reliability

Overview

HIVED provides parcel delivery services powered entirely by electricity, offering a green option for retailers of all sizes. By operating a 100% electric fleet, HIVED reduces carbon emissions while delivering parcels with a claimed 99.9% on-time rate. The service includes detailed delivery notes, photos, and live tracking to increase transparency and improve the customer experience. Pricing is transparent with no hidden fees, helping businesses simplify costs. Instant human-support is available in under two minutes to handle questions and issues quickly. Compared with traditional couriers, HIVED differentiates itself through its focus on sustainability, high reliability, clear delivery documentation, and fast support, aiming to lower refunds, reduce churn, and boost repeat business for its clients. The company’s goal is to be a dependable, eco-friendly delivery partner that helps retailers meet their delivery commitments while cutting their environmental impact.

About HIVED

Simplify's Rating
Why HIVED is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Automotive & Transportation

Industrial & Manufacturing

Energy

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$60.1M

Headquarters

London, United Kingdom

Founded

2021

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What believers are saying

  • LEAP24’s July 2026 partnership strengthens overnight charging for HIVED’s eHGV fleet.
  • HIVED expanded into haulage in March 2026, opening larger enterprise contracts.
  • The March 2026 HIVED One launch broadens revenue into underpenetrated SME shippers.

What critics are saying

  • All-electric HGV operations depend on LEAP24 and depot charging capacity in London.
  • Royal Mail, DPD, and Evri can crush margins if they electrify faster by 2027.
  • If 2026 expansion burns the 2025 $42 million too fast, network growth stalls.

What makes HIVED unique

  • HIVED runs the UK’s first end-to-end all-electric parcel network in 2026.
  • HIVED One unifies SME collections, tracking, and partner-carrier coverage nationwide.
  • John Lewis, Zara, H&M, and Nespresso validate HIVED’s premium retail positioning.

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Funding

Total Funding

$60.1M

Above

Industry Average

Funded Over

4 Rounds

Series B funding is typically for startups that have proven their business model and need more funding to expand rapidly—often by entering new markets or adding more products. Investors are usually venture capital firms that specialize in later-stage investments.
Series B Funding Comparison
Above Average

Industry standards

$35M
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$45M
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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Mental Health Support

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Hybrid Work Options

Commuter Benefits

Professional Development Budget

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

2%

1 year growth

2%

2 year growth

3%
FleetPoint
Jul 17th, 2026
LEAP24 partners with HIVED to support London's growing fleet of eHGVs.

LEAP24 partners with HIVED to support London's growing fleet of eHGVs. Friday, July 17, 2026 - 06:53 LEAP24, one of London's fastest-growing ultra-rapid EV charging networks, has partnered with HIVED, the UK's first all-electric parcel delivery company, to support its expanding fleet of electric heavy goods vehicles (eHGVs) operating across the capital. The partnership brings together two businesses committed to accelerating the transition to zero-emission transport. As HIVED continues to grow its fully electric delivery network, it is using LEAP24's ultra-rapid charging hubs, with the London City Airport site serving as its primary overnight charging location. Designed with commercial vehicles in mind, the London City Airport charging hub features spacious bays capable of accommodating vehicles up to 12 metres in length. The facility provides reliable overnight charging, ensuring HIVED's electric HGVs are fully charged and ready to begin daily operations while minimising downtime. Unlike many logistics operators that are gradually electrifying their fleets, HIVED has built its delivery network around an all-electric fleet from the outset. By deploying electric heavy goods vehicles across London, the company is demonstrating that sustainable logistics can already operate successfully at scale. As the adoption of electric HGVs continues to grow, access to dependable charging infrastructure is becoming increasingly important. Overnight charging enables commercial fleets to recharge outside operational hours, maximising vehicle availability during the day and supporting more efficient fleet management. LEAP24 has developed its charging hubs to meet the specific requirements of commercial vehicles, going beyond the needs of passenger cars. Its sites offer extra-wide charging bays, straightforward access for larger vehicles and ultra-rapid charging speeds of up to 300kW. The London City Airport hub is particularly well suited to electric freight vehicles, comfortably accommodating vehicles up to 12 metres long. Pelle Schlichting, CEO of LEAP24, said: "HIVED is proving that all-electric logistics can work at scale today. We're proud to support that ambition with ultra-rapid charging that keeps commercial fleets moving. Partnerships like this are key to accelerating the transition to zero-emission transport" Safat Chowdhury, Principle Project Manager of HIVED, said: "The partnership reflects a shared commitment to delivering practical, scalable solutions that support the electrification of commercial transport. Together, HIVED and LEAP24 are helping to demonstrate that the future of logistics is not only electric, but available today." The collaboration highlights the growing demand for charging infrastructure capable of supporting commercial electric vehicles as businesses accelerate the shift to cleaner transport. LEAP24 continues to expand its network of ultra-rapid charging hubs across London and the South East, providing affordable and reliable charging solutions for commercial fleets, professional drivers and everyday EV motorists.

Parcel and Postal Technology International
Sep 25th, 2025
TEG and Hived to offer fully electric parcel delivery network to logistics industry

TEG, the fintech-enabled platform serving transportation and logistics, has announced a partnership with Hived, the UK's first fully electric parcel delivery company, to enable logistics providers to access tailpipe-emission-free delivery.

BusinessGreen
Sep 18th, 2025
Hived expands with new all-electric haulage fleet

Electric delivery pioneer Hived has today launched a new all-electric haulage and long-distance transport service, as the company strives to build the UK's largest electric heavy good vehicles (eHGVs)...

FinSMEs
Jul 4th, 2025
Hived Raises $42M in Series B Funding

Hived, a London, UK-based AI-powered parcel delivery network built for ecommerce, raised $42m in Series B funding

Global Brain
Jul 4th, 2025
Global Brain Invests in HIVED Again

Global Brain has made an additional investment in HIVED Ltd, a London-based all-electric delivery company, through its KURONEKO Innovation Fund II. HIVED, known for its zero-emission delivery and proprietary technology platform, has expanded with a new hub in London and a partnership with Daimler Truck UK. This establishes the UK's first fully electric logistics network. Global Brain's investment is driven by HIVED's strong performance and growth, with support from Yamato Holdings Co., Ltd.

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