Relay raises $36M in funding, led by International Paper, to enhance its software and AI platform capabilities.
Amount Raised
$36 Million
Round Type
Venture
RaleighSoftwareArtificial IntelligenceInvestors
Description
Relay, based in Raleigh, has raised $36 million in new funding to accelerate the development of its software and AI capabilities. This funding round was led by International Paper, with participation from several investors. The new capital will support the expansion of Relay's product offerings and hiring initiatives. The company aims to improve safety and productivity for frontline workers.
Quick answer
Relay raised $36 Million in a funding round, dated October 1, 2026. Investors: G2 Venture Partners, Thayer Investment Partners, Harmonic Growth Partners, Wind River Ventures, Cerity Partners and International Paper. Relay is based in Raleigh, North Carolina, United States.
- How much did Relay raise?
- Relay raised $36 Million in a funding round on October 1, 2026.
- Who invested in Relay?
- G2 Venture Partners, Thayer Investment Partners, Harmonic Growth Partners, Wind River Ventures, Cerity Partners and International Paper are named as investors in this round.
- What does Relay do?
- Relay is a provider of a system of action for frontline physical operations, designed to serve the 80 percent of the global workforce that does not work at a desk.
- Where is Relay based and how big is it?
- Relay is based in Raleigh, North Carolina, United States. Fundz records about 201 employees.
- Who are the decision-makers at Relay?
- Fundz holds 2 contacts at Relay, including the Chief Financial Officer. Names and contact details are shown to Fundz members.
Source: Fundz verified event record.
Who else raised in Software and Artificial Intelligence around the same time
Companies in the same sectors as Relay that raised within 45 days of this round, from Fundz verified event records.
- Luminal raised $25M (Series A) on November 12, 2026.
- Qvyon Technologies raised $8M (Seed) on November 12, 2026.
- Kindo raised $30M on November 12, 2026.
- Axle raised $9M on November 12, 2026.
- mistEO raised $1.9M (Seed) on November 12, 2026.
- BluWave-ai raised $5.7M (Series A) on November 12, 2026.
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