Mark Anderson
The UK has continued to establish its reputation as a hotbed for innovation, particularly in the thriving E-commerce platforms space. Many startups have emerged in recent years, defying the pandemic’s challenges to emerge victorious in their respective industries. This article explores some of the most promising startups that were founded in 2020 or later in the E-Commerce Platforms industry.
These startups serve clients with novel solutions, platform services, and innovative products to ease various functionalities in the e-commerce industry and the consumer experience as a whole. All start-ups mentioned in this article are headquartered in the United Kingdom and are poised to contribute significantly to the country’s growing digital economy.
In no particular order, here are the startups to watch in the e-commerce industry based in the United Kingdom.
HolidayFox
HolidayFox, a London-based start-up, acts as a platform to discover and book family staycations. The platform provides suggestions, allows users to build and book their perfect package all in one place, and can be used to plan a fun-filled day out with the kids or even a whole holiday. HolidayFox was co-founded by Jason Green and Richard Hooker (LinkedIn)
PriceBring
PriceBring is a Business-to-Business e-commerce platform designed to solve all the purchasing and replenishment problems for corner shops. The platform offers pickup and delivery operations, allowing Corner Shop Owners to replenish their shops from their comfort, thus saving time and money. Founded by Carl-Ferdinand Forster, this London-based start-up can be found on LinkedIn.
Primis
Primis is a London-based customer experience focused enterprise that provides pre- and post-purchase SaaS solutions to online retailers. This start-up, founded by Rebecca Griffiths, emerged to improve the online customer experience amidst the boom of e-commerce and the shift towards customer-centricity. For more information, follow Primis on LinkedIn.
Rapid Pack Fulfilment
Birmingham-based startup Rapid Pack is one of the fastest-growing order fulfilment houses in the UK. It provides a range of solutions to clients, from viral brands to established retailers. Rapid Pack, founded by Ben Slater, offers seamless integrations to connect to web stores and marketplaces with ease. Connect with them on LinkedIn.
Adaptista
Adaptista is a London-based startup that provides design and fashion options for adaptive consumers through a marketplace established in 2020. For more about this innovative platform in the fashion industry, visit their LinkedIn page.
Tiny Spark
Located in Bristol, Tiny Spark specialises in building responsive websites and providing e-commerce solutions. Founded by Ryan De santo, they offer services such as UX research, visual design, and application development. Follow them on their LinkedIn page for more information.
Burrito boi
Based in Frome, Somerset, Burrito boi operates in the e-commerce platforms industry, specialising in food and beverage, along with food delivery. Visit their Facebook page for more about their offerings.
Channelflow.io
London-based start-up, Channelflow.io operates within the realm of consulting, e-commerce, information technology, and software. To learn more about the services they provide, you can visit their LinkedIn page.
Relove Technology
Relove Technology is an online retailer specialising in the resale of high-quality preowned smartphones, tablets, and accessories. This London-based start-up is committed to enhancing people’s lives by providing access to the latest technology at affordable prices. To learn more about their initiative, visit their LinkedIn page.
Doji
Doji is an online real-time marketplace for used goods based in London. The byword for Doji is value for both buyers and sellers of used goods, with a vision to reduce the need to buy new and preserve the environment. Founded by Fernando Montera Filho, Bilal Ishaq Khan, and Satyen Fakey, you can follow them on LinkedIn.
The Edit LDN
The Edit LDN is a global online destination for limited sneakers and high-end streetwear and has been featured in The Times, GQ, Hypebeast, Forbes, among others. Foreseen as one of the most disruptive and innovative sneaker and streetwear marketplaces globally, they have collaborated with major brands. Check them out on LinkedIn for more.
