Warehouse giant Prologis and classification society American Bureau of Shipping have committed to a new venture capital vehicle targeting a resurgence in U.S. maritime and logistics. The TMV Logistics fund, spearheaded by New York‑based TMV partner Marina Hadjipateras, will raise $200 million to back startups focused on port efficiency, supply‑chain resilience and related technologies.

Government initiatives and private operators are increasingly pressuring ports to adopt digital tracking, automated cargo handling and greener fuels. Investors see a gap in early‑stage financing for firms that can deliver those upgrades. By anchoring the fund, Prologis leverages its global warehouse network, while the Bureau brings regulatory expertise, creating a platform that could accelerate capital flow into maritime tech.

The fund’s launch signals confidence that U.S. ports can capture a share of the $1.5 trillion global maritime services market. If TMV deploys capital efficiently, startups could secure contracts with major carriers, tightening supply chains and potentially boosting earnings for logistics landlords. Investors now have a defined vehicle to bet on that upside.

The partnership also underscores a broader trend of real‑estate firms moving beyond bricks to finance infrastructure innovation. As ports modernize, demand for data platforms, autonomous equipment and low‑emission fuels is set to rise, offering TMV a pipeline of investable projects that align with both environmental goals and the logistics sector’s push for speed.