Skipperi, a Helsinki, Finland-based shared-use boating subscription service and peer-to-peer boat rental platform, raised €7M in series A funding.
The round was led by Yamaha Motor, with participation from Baltiska Handels Sverige, Matu Capital, and HP Capital.
The company intends to use the funds to accelerate its international expansion to Brisbane, Australia, and several locations around the US while strengthening its platform and tech team.
Founded by Anna-Leena Raij and Kristian Raij, Skipperi Fleet is a shared-use boating subscription service where registered members can enjoy unlimited use of any of the 400+ boats in 6 countries – with boats in Australia and the US on the way. Skipperi Fleet has zero sign-up fees, meaning users just pay a monthly fee during the season and their own fuel costs. Its other service, Skipperi Rent, is a peer-to-peer rental platform where boat owners can rent out their boats to other qualified boaters.
Skipperi takes care of the boats’ maintenance, equipment, insurance, and boat availability. To make sure that boating is safe for new and experienced boaters alike, the company offers theoretical and practical training through its academy and requires boaters to pass Skipperi’s boating exam or have all locally required permits.
Founded in 2017, Skipperi has raised a total of €12.6M and currently operates in over 40 locations in Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, New Zealand, and Canada.
FinSMEs
07/02/2023