Introduction
On June 26, 2025, Boost inc, a Zurich-based unattended retail startup, closed a €16 million Boost inc funding Series B round led by Direttissima Growth Partners.
Company Background
Founded in 2020, Boost inc marries smart kiosks and self-checkout systems with its Vendlive cloud platform—streamlining unattended retail for vending, hospitality, and corporate environments.
Funding Details
The €16 million Boost inc funding was led by Direttissima, with participation from Capmont Technology, Kineo Finance, and institutional backers, fueling product refinement and global deployment.
CEO Vision
Founder Pascal Uffer said: “The market is ready, our technology is proven—this round accelerates international expansion with partners in vending and hospitality.”
Tech Overview
Boost inc integrates hardware like smart coolers and kiosks with Vendlive, which offers real-time inventory, remote management, and analytics—all in one modular stack.
Market Dynamics
The unattended retail sector is primed for disruption, with demand for COVID-safe, 24/7, digital-first service. Boost inc’s integrated solution provides a compelling plug-and-play proposition.
Investor Commentary
Direttissima partner Philipp Bolliger remarked: “Boost inc understands both hardware deployment and cloud ops—this fusion gives them strong growth credentials.”
Client Traction
Boost inc counts Coca-Cola, Hilton, and Siemens. They’ve improved on-site replenishment by 30% and reduced theft by automating transactions and monitoring.
Expansion & Roadmap
Funds will support additional European and North American market entries, new product variants like refrigerated kiosks, and a push into data-insights services for operators.
Conclusion & Call to Action
Boost inc’s Boost inc funding sets the stage for scaling unattended retail networks globally. Hospitality and facilities managers should trial the tech, as automation becomes the new norm.
