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Relay raises $36M in funding, led by International Paper, to enhance its software and AI platform capabilities.

PRIVATEOct 01, 2026

Amount Raised

$36 Million

Round Type

Venture

RaleighSoftwareArtificial Intelligence

Investors

Wind River VenturesG2 Venture PartnersThayer Investment PartnersHarmonic Growth PartnersCerity PartnersInternational Paper

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.

Company Information

Company

Relay

Location

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

About

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. The company offers a platform that captures communication and data from frontline workers, converting it into actionable intelligence for various systems. Their solution integrates cloud communications, AI, real-time translation, and location awareness to enhance safety and productivity. Relay aims to improve operational intelligence in industrial and hospitality markets.

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