Podorozhniki
Provides a car pool service platform, which brings together drivers and passengers.
| EUR | 2019 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|
| Revenues | 0000 | 0000 |
| % growth | - | (16 %) |
| EBITDA | 0000 | 0000 |
| Profit | 0000 | 0000 |
| % profit margin | 6 % | 11 % |
| EV | 0000 | 0000 |
| EV / revenue | 00.0x | 00.0x |
| EV / EBITDA | 00.0x | 00.0x |
| R&D budget | 0000 | 0000 |
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Podorozhniki emerged in 2010 as a Ukrainian ridesharing platform, founded by Aleksey Lazorenko. The company established its operational footprint in the Ukrainian and Russian markets, creating a network for connecting drivers with passengers. The service was designed as a smart ridesharing system, facilitating intercity travel for its user base.
The founder's journey gained significant traction in 2011 after participating in the Russian Startup Weekend, an event organized by investor Arkady Moreynis. This participation proved to be a critical milestone, confirming the viability of the business concept. Following this event, Podorozhniki secured a crucial seed investment of $100,000 from Moreynis in exchange for a stake of at least 30% in the company. This capital injection enabled the platform to scale its operations.
The business model was centered on the peer-to-peer ridesharing concept, growing to serve a community of 30,000 users. The company's trajectory culminated in its acquisition by BlaBlaCar, a major French player in the global ridesharing industry. This strategic acquisition absorbed Podorozhniki's user base and market presence into BlaBlaCar's expansive network, marking the conclusion of its journey as an independent entity.
Keywords: ridesharing, carpooling, transportation, peer-to-peer, Ukrainian startup, Russian market, BlaBlaCar acquisition, seed funding, Aleksey Lazorenko, travel