Logistics scale-up Quivo has secured €5.2 million in strategic funding from GWC, Qatar’s leading logistics provider, marking the start of a joint expansion into the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region.
The investment will enable Quivo to launch operations in Qatar, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia, addressing surging demand for advanced, tech-driven e-commerce fulfillment solutions in one of the world’s fastest-growing digital retail markets.
“Together, we’re building a logistics network that allows international brands not only to enter the Gulf States but to expand seamlessly across the entire region,” said Christoph Glatzl, Co-founder and CEO of Quivo. “For the first time, global e-commerce players will gain direct access to millions of digitally savvy consumers across the GCC.”
A model for cross-market logistics expansion
The company’s expansion underscores a growing 2025 trend of European logistics scale-ups partnering with regional players to enhance cross-border fulfillment. Recent examples include Portugal’s Lyzer (€10M), UK-based Relay (€33.4M), and HIVED (€35.6M), all raising capital to extend their networks and digitize parcel logistics.
What sets Quivo apart is its hybrid model — combining strategic investment with deep operational integration. Quivo’s proprietary fulfillment software is being directly embedded into GWC’s Gulf infrastructure, creating a bridge between European innovation and local market execution.
“With GWC, we’ve found the ideal partner to bring our fulfillment expertise to one of the most dynamic e-commerce regions in the world,” said Georg Weiß, Co-founder and CEO of Quivo.
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Building a tri-hub network across Qatar, Dubai, and Saudi Arabia
Founded in 2017, the startup simplifies logistics for fast-scaling e-commerce brands. Its platform integrates with over 40 e-commerce and ERP systems, serving more than 1,500 businesses with a team of 400+ employees. The company currently operates six warehouses across Austria, Germany, France, the UK, and the US.
The partnership with GWC brings both capital and strategic reach, tapping into a Gulf e-commerce market projected to reach $47 billion by 2029 (Seamless GCC Market Report 2024).
The first milestone is already underway — GWC’s Qatar warehouse now runs on Quivo’s software. Expansion to Dubai and Saudi Arabia will establish a tri-hub network, offering international brands seamless market access, faster delivery, and consistent customer experience across the GCC.
“E-commerce is one of the fastest-growing sectors in the GCC region,” said Matthew Kearns, Acting Group CEO of GWC. “By integrating Quivo’s technology, we can now deliver a fully unified fulfillment solution — from storage and processing to delivery — tailored to meet the needs of modern digital retailers.”
Accelerating growth in a booming Gulf e-commerce market
According to the Seamless GCC Market Report 2024, regional e-commerce is entering a high-growth phase:
- Saudi Arabia’s market is projected to more than double, from $10B in 2022 to $23B by 2027.
- The UAE is expected to grow from $12.3B to $17.2B over the same period.
- Qatar’s market will nearly double from $1.8B to $3.5B.
Quivo’s clients — including European success stories like Tractive, the global pet tracker brand — have already leveraged its platform to expand into the UK and US. With GWC’s regional network, Quivo now plans to replicate that success across the Gulf States.
About Quivo
Quivo is a Vienna-based logistics technology company specializing in e-commerce fulfillment. Founded in 2017, it provides end-to-end logistics solutions for fast-scaling brands, integrating advanced software, automation, and data analytics. Operating across Europe and North America, Quivo’s mission is to simplify global commerce by making fulfillment seamless, scalable, and sustainable.
