Grab Ventures

Grab Ventures, launched in 2018, is the corporate venture arm of Grab, focusing on growing Southeast Asia's next generation of tech leaders. The firm primarily targets startups in sectors that align with Grab’s core business areas, such as transportation, logistics, food delivery, and financial services. With a goal of promoting innovation and digital transformation, Grab Ventures provides both strategic partnerships and funding for startups across the region. Grab Ventures operates two key initiatives: direct partnerships with mature startups and the Grab Ventures Velocity program, an accelerator designed to help growth-stage startups scale rapidly. The Velocity program offers access to Grab’s extensive ecosystem, which includes its regional footprint, expertise in scaling digital services, and a vast network of partners, including AWS and MDI Ventures. Some of the notable companies Grab Ventures has invested in include Kudo, an Indonesian online-to-offline platform, and Drive.ai, an autonomous vehicle tech startup. With a strong presence in Indonesia and Singapore, Grab Ventures has positioned itself as a critical player in fostering Southeast Asia’s digital economy​.