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Venture builder and incubator developing technology ventures for supply chain management, logistics, and after-sales services.
Barkawi Group is a Munich, Germany-based holding company and venture incubator that builds, develops, and invests in B2B technology startups focused on global supply chain management, logistics, and after-sales services. Operating primarily as a venture builder, the firm develops enterprise software solutions and previously scaled its broader operations to include a network of over 1,200 supply chain experts. In August 2018, the organization executed a major strategic exit when Genpact acquired its core advisory arm, Barkawi Management Consultants, absorbing 200 professional staff members across seven global offices. The group's technology incubation portfolio features notable spin-offs like B2X Care Solutions and the supply chain optimization platform ClearOps, which currently plans five million parts daily for major manufacturing clients such as Jungheinrich and Terex. Barkawi Group was originally founded in 1994 by its namesake entrepreneur Karim Barkawi.
Key people at Barkawi Group.
Barkawi Group has 4 tracked investments across 2 companies. The latest tracked deal is $20.0M Series B in ketteQ in August 2025.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 1, 2025 | ketteQ | $20.0M Series B | Vocap Investment Partners | — |
| Mar 1, 2023 | ketteQ | $9.0M Series A | Vocap Investment Partners | Circadian Ventures |
| Mar 14, 2018 | B2X | $7.7M Other Equity | Seligman Private Equity Select | Hans-Dieter Koch, Earlybird Venture Capital, Grazia Equity |
| Jul 19, 2017 | B2X | $4.9M Other Equity | — | Karim Barkawi, Earlybird Venture Capital, Grazia Equity, David Seligman |
Key people at Barkawi Group.
Barkawi Group is a family office and venture builder focused on reshaping global supply chains through technology. Their mission is to provide cutting-edge technology and superior services that enhance the quality, efficiency, and sustainability of supply chains worldwide. They invest primarily in seed and early-stage ventures that develop solutions for supply chain planning, sourcing, distribution, and aftersales, supporting companies from prototype to scaling stages. Barkawi combines investment capital with entrepreneurial expertise, acting as both builder and investor to accelerate innovation in supply chain ecosystems[1][2].
Founded in 1994 in Munich, Germany, Barkawi Group began as a specialized supply chain management (SCM) consultancy. Over nearly three decades, it evolved into a group of innovative operating and technology companies focused on supply chain solutions. Barkawi Management Consultants, the original consulting arm, grew to 250 consultants and was acquired by Genpact in 2018, marking a strategic shift toward venture building and technology incubation. The founders, Karim and Carena Barkawi, continue to lead the group’s portfolio companies, including tech startups like ClearOps and Servify[2][4].
Barkawi Group rides the growing trend of digital transformation and sustainability in global supply chains. As supply chains become more complex and critical to competitive advantage, Barkawi’s focus on technology-driven efficiency and transparency aligns with market demands for agility, cost control, and ESG (environmental, social, and governance) goals. Their timing is favorable given increasing corporate emphasis on supply chain resilience and circular economy principles. Barkawi influences the ecosystem by incubating startups that address these challenges and by partnering with global firms to implement end-to-end supply chain solutions[2][5].
Looking ahead, Barkawi Group is positioned to deepen its impact by scaling its portfolio companies and leveraging its partnership with Genpact to expand global reach. Trends such as AI-driven supply chain optimization, sustainability mandates, and circular economy models will shape their journey. Their dual role as investor and builder allows them to adapt quickly to market needs and foster innovation that could redefine supply chain operations worldwide. Barkawi’s continued evolution from consultancy to a technology incubator underscores its commitment to shaping the future of supply chains with sustainable, tech-enabled solutions[2][5].
