Octane
Category: AI in Fintech
A digital platform for fleet and on-road expense management, allowing real-time control over fuel, maintenance, and other related expenses. Octane was founded in 2022. The company is led by Amr Gamal. Based in Cairo, Egypt. Team size: 200. Total funding raised: $5.2M. Latest round: Venture Round. Key investors include Shorooq Partners, Algebra Ventures, SC Holding.
- Founded
- 2022
- Headquarters
- Cairo, Egypt
- Team size
- 200
- Total funding
- $5.2M
Value proposition
Provides real-time visibility, improved cost control, and integrated solutions for fleet management, reducing inefficiencies and fraud.
Products and solutions
Closed-loop digital wallet (NFC) for fleet expenses, real-time analytics/fraud controls (AI/OCR), fuel payments across 2,400+ stations, O-Tolls digital toll & weighbridge payments (510+ gates), O-Care/MINT maintenance, O-Store consumables, EV-charging pilots
Unique value
A comprehensive platform that integrates all aspects of fleet expenditure management into a single, user-friendly interface, contrasting traditional fuel cards.
Target customer
Commercial fleet operators, including logistics, transportation, and delivery service companies.
Industries served
Logistics & Transportation, Delivery Services, Commercial Vehicle Fleets
Technology advantage
Utilizes advanced technology tailored for the MENA region, providing unique solutions to common fleet management challenges.
How they differentiate
Focus on the specific needs of MENA markets with a comprehensive and tailored solution for fleet management.
Main competitors
Corpay (Global), WEX (Global), Fawry (Local, indirect)
Key partnerships
Fuel station networks across Egypt, Maintenance service providers
Notable customers
Specific customer names are confidential, but include major logistics and fleet operators in Egypt.
Major milestones
Closed $5.2 million funding round in June 2025. Established Egypt's leading fleet-payment acceptance network. Growth in user base and product offerings, including enhancements to fraud detection and route optimization.
Growth metrics
Serves 3,000+ corporate clients and 300,000–345,000+ vehicles; 2,400+ fuel stations, ~600 CNG outlets, 510+ toll/scale gates; 15M+ digital fuel transactions and 250k+ toll transactions; customers report ~35–40% fleet cost savings.
Market positioning
Positioned as a first-mover in Egypt for fully digitized fleet expense management, addressing a significant market gap.
Geographic focus
Currently operating in Egypt, with plans for expansion across the MENA region.
Patents and IP
No official patents; technology is likely proprietary and innovative in its design.
About Amr Gamal
Amr Gamal, the CEO of Octane, has a background in management consulting and brand management. He was an Engagement Manager at McKinsey & Company and a Senior Brand Manager at Procter & Gamble. This experience has likely equipped him with strong strategic thinking and leadership skills, which are essential for his role at Octane.
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Official website: https://www.octane-tech.io/