Maniv is a global early-stage venture capital firm founded in 2016, with offices in Tel Aviv-Yafo and New York City. The team invests in founders shaping the next phase of transportation and logistics. Managing about $320 million in assets, Maniv has backed startups in nine countries from seed through Series A. Since launching its third fund in 2024, Maniv secured $140 million in commitments from investors such as Shell Ventures, Toyota’s Woven Capital, Jaguar Land Rover’s InMotion Ventures and BNP Paribas Personal Finance. The firm brings deep sector knowledge and a broad network from strategic partners in automotive, energy and finance.
Maniv seeks companies developing fresh approaches in decarbonization and digitization of transportation. The firm focuses on a market-driven energy transition that moves away from fossil fuels, funding new vehicle platforms, advanced materials, silicon and software solutions. At the same time, investments target software and connectivity tools that add efficiency to analog processes in automotive and logistics, helping founders tackle data gaps and operational inefficiencies.
Clean technology and battery innovation feature prominently in Maniv’s portfolio. The firm has supported companies working on graphene-enhanced battery materials to improve energy density and charging rates, as well as startups refining supply chains for recycling critical battery metals. Investments also include electric two- and three-wheeler makers, infrastructure for battery swapping networks, and projects that produce green hydrogen or integrate recycled plastics in manufacturing. This approach underlines Maniv’s commitment to supporting advances that reduce emissions and strengthen supply security in the transport sector.
