Motion Ventures’ second fund, a significant milestone, boasts strategic support from over 17 industry players, making it a unique consortium of its kind in the maritime value chain.

Singapore, March 18, 2025 — Motion Ventures has introduced its second fund, “Motion Ventures Fund II,” valued at US$100 million. It is the largest tech fund focused on the maritime sector to date.

Shaun Hon, Founder and General Partner of Motion Ventures, stated: “Motion Ventures was founded on the conviction that the maritime industry is entering a new era characterized by the convergence of technology, capital, and industry collaboration to redefine the sector’s direction. Digitalization and decarbonization have evolved from concepts to essential requirements. Fund II is not just about providing more capital; it is about bringing together the appropriate founders, corporate executives, and strategic partners to accelerate an industry-wide transformation, ensuring faster testing, adoption, and scaling of solutions.”

Fund II plans to invest between US$250,000 and US$10,000,000 in at least 25 companies over the next 18–24 months, targeting solutions that enhance digitalization and decarbonization within the global maritime supply chain.

The team, investors, and advisors at Motion Ventures.

The new fund is intentionally designed to support startups developing more capital-intensive hardware solutions, acknowledging that maritime innovation necessitates solutions beyond just software. This shift is driven by increasing corporate demand for more significant and rapid advancements in sustainability, vessel operations, and port modernization.

To date, Motion Ventures has secured over half of Fund II’s target, with investments already made in and . These advancements solidify Motion Ventures’ position as the most active investor in the maritime sector, with over 30 investments made across Fund I and Fund II. Additionally, its industry consortium has expanded to include 17 major maritime and supply chain stakeholders across both funds, making it the broadest partnership of its kind.

Fund II leverages the successful history of Motion Ventures’ initial fund. Launched in 2021, Motion Ventures Fund I has already produced two successful exits, positioning the firm in the top 10% of VC funds from the 2021 vintage globally. The firm’s extensive deal pipeline is supported by a stringent investment process, which has involved evaluating over 8,000 startups since 2021.

Nakul Malhotra, Vice President – Emerging Opportunities Portfolio at Wilhelmsen Group commented: “Being a part of Motion Ventures’ evolution from an idea to a leading maritime investor has been impressive. We value collaboration within the industry and are pleased with the dedication and focus they bring to early-stage venture capital for an industry seeking innovative solutions with strong value propositions. Fund II allows them to amplify that impact, and we are proud to continue as a key partner in this endeavor.”

Albrecht Grell, Managing Director of OceanScore stated: “Maritime is essential to commerce, but quicker and more daring actions are needed, especially in creating digital compliance solutions. Shaun and the Motion Ventures team understand this. Their presence on our cap table has accelerated our entry into new markets and facilitated access to a vital network within the shipping community. With their support and extensive industry knowledge, we are on track to establishing our global leadership in maritime compliance solutions.”

⁠Jan Holm, Advisor to Motion Ventures remarked: “The maritime industry is known for its complexity, but the current challenges, from reducing emissions to digitizing operations, demand greater collaboration. Fund II signifies a critical step forward by uniting ambitious founders with strategic backers, bringing together new digital and hardware-based solutions, and accelerating their scaling. This is the boost the industry needs.”

This is the cornerstone of Motion Ventures’ value creation. The Motion Ventures Alliance, comprising over 80 experienced maritime executives, offers portfolio companies expert guidance, enterprise access, and quick pilot opportunities.

Looking ahead, Motion Ventures aims to drive the transformation of global maritime supply chains, now supported by the largest dedicated fund in the sector. The maritime digitalization market is projected to reach $423.4 billion by 2031, and increasing pressure from regulators and customers requires faster progress. Fund II will capitalize on this momentum, uniting startups and industry leaders to achieve cleaner, more efficient operations and shape the future of maritime commerce.

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About Motion Ventures
Motion Ventures is a venture capital fund that promotes digital and energy transitions across global supply chains. Supported by a unique network of corporate leaders, industry executives, and government partners, we enable founders to overcome complexities and achieve exceptional success. Our collaborative approach, which involves stakeholders within and beyond the maritime sector, drives transformative changes that reshape global supply chains. For more information, please visit:

CONTACT: For further information, please contact the Motion Ventures press office:
Bilal Mahmood (b.mahmood@stockwoodstrategy.com and +44 (0) 771 400 7257); or Rachael De Foe (rachael@rdfy.co)

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