Our Story

Pioneering the data & analytics space

In 2014, engineers François Cazor and Jean Maynier teamed up with the belief that trade could be made more efficient and sustainable thanks to ingenious data technology. They started focusing on the very dynamic commodity markets that had long been characterised by incomplete, disparate and often inaccurate information.

The two entrepreneurs launched the first cargo-tracking solution for the booming LNG market, which was quickly adopted across the whole industry. Kpler’s success story had started!

A fast growth journey

The breakout success of Kpler’s new kind of technology-driven solutions led the industry to ask for more. Kpler expanded its coverage to more than 40 different markets (gas, liquids, dry bulk) and new segments of the commodity supply chain (freight, inventories), while adding depth to its data & analytics offering (Research, News). 

Building on a constant user-oriented innovation, the company has experienced fast and sustainable growth to soon become the uncontested leader of its field. In 2021, Kpler acquired ClipperData to extend its position in North America and gain access to the company’s unique coverage of this key region for global trade.

Today, Kpler is 10 times bigger than its next competitor in terms of revenue and commercial footprint.

A global and diverse team of talents

Starting from the humble origins of two engineers in a kitchen, Kpler has evolved into a global company with over 500 employees representing more than 35 nationalities. Our dedicated team spans the globe, unified by our shared objective of creating a singular platform for global trade intelligence-.

Each day, we strive to surpass boundaries, leveraging our collective ingenuity and boldness to stay ahead in an ever-changing industry. As a team, we are shaping the future of global trade intelligence, empowering businesses to make informed decisions, and creating high-performing products for our valued customers.

2014

Creation of Kpler
Launch of the LNG product

2015

Opening of the Singapore office

2016

Opening of the Houston office
Launch of the Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) product

2017

Launch of the Crude Oil product

2018

Opening of the London, New York and Dubai offices
Launch of the Refined Products and Dry Bulk products

2019

Opening of the Brussels Holding office
Launch of the Inventories product

2020

Opening of the Tokyo and Cape Town offices
Launch of the Olefins and Commodity Freight products

2021

Acquisition of ClipperData
Launch of the Petrochemicals product
Launch of Kpler Insight

2022

Acquisition of JBC Energy

Insight Partners and Five Arrows invest $200m in Kpler

Acquisition of COR-e

2023

Acquisition of Marine Traffic

Acquisition of Fleetmon

2021

2021

Acquisition of ClipperData
Launch of the Petrochemicals product
Launch of Kpler Insight

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