Five Startups Ready to Scale Up Through Grab Ventures Velocity Batch 8
- Five selected startups will have the opportunity to run a pilot program with Grab, pitch to investors and strategic partners, which can bring real and sustainable impact.
- For six months, the startups will receive intensive mentoring from industry practitioners.
- Supported by Superbank and Genesis Alternative Ventures, which provide access to the digital banking ecosystem, mentorship, and funding expertise for the finalist startups.
Jakarta, 13 August 2025 — Grab officially announced the five startups selected for the Grab Ventures Velocity (GVV) Batch 8 accelerator program. Out of a total of 180 applicants, the five startups that successfully passed a rigorous curation process are: CASION (electric vehicle infrastructure), Jejakin (carbon management platform), Liberty Society (upcycling waste into souvenirs and campaigns that empower women), Rekosistem (circular and Extended Producer Responsibility/EPR technology-based domestic waste management services), and Sirsak (packaging waste management company).
Over the next six months, the five finalists will take part in an intensive program that includes in-depth mentorship with industry practitioners, integration into Grab’s digital ecosystem, pilot project implementation, and opportunities to pitch to potential investors and strategic partners.
With the theme “Driving a Sustainable Future: Helping MSMEs to Adopt Greener Operations”, GVV Batch 8 supports the accelerated growth and business expansion of startups that have already secured seed funding, with innovative solutions in the fields of circular economy and renewable energy, to help build environmentally friendly businesses. This collaboration is further strengthened by the presence of strategic partners Superbank, a bank with digital services supported by Grab, Emtek, Singtel, and KakaoBank, as well as Genesis Alternative Ventures, the leading venture debt firm in Southeast Asia based in Singapore.
Neneng Goenadi, Country Managing Director of Grab Indonesia, stated, “In its 8th year, we continue to be inspired by the innovations presented by participants. In the midst of challenges faced by the startup sector, such as declining funding and macroeconomic pressures since the tech winter of 2022, through GVV, Grab is committed to strengthening the local startup ecosystem so it remains adaptive, sustainable, and ready to scale up. With collaborative support from strategic partners, we believe GVV can be a catalyst for startup growth in Indonesia.”
The Digital Economy Outlook 2025 report released by CELIOS notes that investment in the digital startup sector dropped sharply by 66 percent in 2023, driven by prolonged global uncertainty. Nevertheless, the potential of Indonesian startups remains promising and continues to attract investor interest. In addition to venture capital firms, corporations are also playing an increasingly significant role — contributing up to 34 percent of total startup funding in Indonesia.
Cross-sector collaboration is the main strength of GVV Batch 8 this year. Supported by Superbank and Genesis Alternative Ventures as key partners, GVV Batch 8 not only offers an acceleration program but also real access to the digital banking and financing ecosystem. Tigor M. Siahaan, President Director of Superbank, said, “Through the partnership in GVV Batch 8, Superbank opens collaboration opportunities for startups to enter a digital banking ecosystem that is already integrated with Grab and OVO and trusted by more than 4 million customers across Indonesia. We also provide mentorship and industry expertise to help founders develop sustainable solutions, in line with our sustainability pillar, SuperGREEN, which promotes inclusive growth for MSMEs.”
Dr. Jeremy Loh, Managing Partner of Genesis Alternative Ventures, added, “Our collaboration with Grab and Superbank in GVV isn’t just about investment; it’s about strengthening the Indonesian tech innovation ecosystem to tackle pressing social and environmental challenges. We truly believe in the power of these local startups to drive positive, sustainable change. Since our inception, Genesis Alternative Ventures has been dedicated to empowering promising Indonesian startups, including by providing flexible financing solutions that support founders in managing their capital structure as they scale.
GVV serves as an accelerator where finalists will go through a series of programs such as mentorship, digital infrastructure access, strategic networking, and potential funding opportunities. At the kick off session, the finalists will join an inspiring keynote by Monika Rudijono, Managing Director of Endeavor Indonesia; a panel discussion with industry leaders such as Vikra Ijas, Co-Founder & CEO of Kitabisa.com, and Ahmed Aljunied, CTO and Co-Founder of Pinhome; an alumni sharing session with Saivya Chauhan, Founder of Blitz Electric and GVV Batch 7 alum; a focus group discussion to explore challenges and collaboration opportunities; and a networking session with GVV alumni and speakers.
Since GVV was launched in 2018, 85% of the 40 startups that have participated have successfully built sustainable businesses and continued to grow, an achievement that surpasses global averages.
With a spirit of collaboration and a vision for sustainability, Grab Ventures Velocity Batch 8 proves that opportunities remain wide open despite industry challenges. “We hope this program reinforces the importance of collaboration and comprehensive support from multiple parties to foster startups capable of creating a positive impact,” Neneng concluded.
Here are the profiles of the five startups selected for Grab Ventures Velocity Batch 8:
 | CASION An Indonesian startup in the EV charging network sector that provides fast and easily accessible electric vehicle charging services. Established with the mission to promote the adoption of electric vehicles and reduce carbon footprints, Casion operates 24-hour charging stations with global safety standards. Through a mobile application, users can find station locations, monitor charging status, and make payments conveniently. Casion also offers CASPass, a cost-effective subscription service for regular users. Currently, Casion operates in Jakarta and plans to expand to other cities in Indonesia soon. |
 | Jejakin An Indonesian climate-tech startup focused on technology-based sustainability solutions that help individuals and organizations understand and manage their environmental footprint, particularly carbon emissions. Established in 2020, Jejakin offers an integrated platform ecosystem—from emissions calculation and tree planting programs to MRV (Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification) based on AI, satellite, and IoT sensors. Jejakin has collaborated with various strategic partners from the private sector, state-owned enterprises, and government agencies to drive measurable and impactful climate action in Indonesia. |
 | Liberty Society A B Corp certified social enterprise engaged in environmentally friendly and positively impactful B2B merchandise and experiences, with a mission to empower women from marginalized groups. Liberte Society helps companies reduce waste by upcycling it into products or experiences that engage stakeholders while supporting the achievement of ESG targets. Liberte Society also assists in showing appreciation to teams, supporters, or clients through personalized products and campaigns thoughtfully designed with care for people and the environment. |
 | Rekosistem A technology company based in Jakarta, Indonesia, operating in the climate-tech sector and promoting the implementation of a circular economy within the waste supply chain — from collection, sorting, processing, to treatment. Utilizing its own waste management operational system and mechanization, Rekosistem transforms waste into recycled materials and renewable resources. Rekosistem has served more than 90,000 households and individual users, as well as over 200 business clients, managing 5,500 tons of waste per month through operations at 15 Reko Hubs, 40 Reko Waste Stations, and more than 600 Reko Partner Locations. |
 | Sirsak A B2B startup focused on managing post-consumer packaging waste, including low-value waste generated by companies. With over 320 collection points, Sirsak integrates digitalization to engage all stakeholders in waste management practices. Sirsak’s mission is to manage 100,000 tons of packaging waste and provide BPJS (social security) to 50,000 waste workers by 2030. |
This press release is also available in Bahasa Indonesia.
