白犀牛B轮融资总额近5亿元 老股东顺丰三度加注

Core Insights - Baixinou Technology has completed a B+ round of financing, raising nearly 500 million yuan in total for its B round, with participation from existing investors such as SF Express and new investors including Jun Capital and 360 Fund [1] - The funds will primarily focus on the development of automotive-grade unmanned vehicle products, continuous iteration of AI technology, and expansion into commercial scenarios, aiming for large-scale implementation in last-mile logistics [1][2] - The company, founded in 2019 by a team from Baidu's autonomous driving division, has rapidly expanded its active vehicle fleet from nearly 100 in late 2024 to around 1,000 currently, covering over 100 cities in China [1][3] Financial Impact - Baixinou's unmanned vehicles can reduce last-mile delivery costs by 30%-50%, with specific examples showing a drop in delivery costs from 0.2 yuan to 0.1 yuan per package [2] - The introduction of unmanned vehicles has allowed delivery personnel to focus more on collection and delivery services, resulting in a business volume increase of over 20% [2] Product Development - The current financing round emphasizes the development of automotive-grade unmanned vehicles, adhering to automotive industry standards to address customer concerns regarding reliability and lifespan [2] - The company is implementing a full-process approach from design to manufacturing, ensuring safety, reliability, and durability of unmanned vehicles, which will also support regulatory compliance [2] Market Expansion - Baixinou is expanding its application from last-mile delivery to broader urban delivery scenarios, including a campus delivery network in collaboration with Ele.me, expected to cover 100 universities next year [2][3] - The company plans to solidify its core express logistics business while also expanding into retail replenishment and urban freight, with a target of 5,000 active vehicles by 2026 [3]