Company Research Report: Stamp Free Limited

Company Overview

• Name: Stamp Free Limited

• Mission: To revolutionize postal and logistics sectors with innovative digital solutions that eliminate the need for traditional stamps and labels.

• Founded: 2018

• Founder: Hugh Craigie Halkett

• Key People:

• Hugh Craigie Halkett, CEO and Founder

• Alan Barrie, Non-Exec Chair

• Tim Higginbotham, Chief Information Officer

• Peter Moniak, Chief Revenue Officer

• Stephen Findlay, Chief Finance Officer

• Vicki Whetton, Chief Marketing Officer

• Dr. Ronjon Nag, AI Advisor

• Ian Jones, Postal Advisor

• Miki Fairfax, Investment Advisor

• Dr. Pavan Manocha, Sustainability Advisor

• Alexander Soare, AI Advisor

• Headquarters: Edinburgh and Cambridge, UK

• Number of Employees: No information is available.

• Revenue: No information is available.

• Known For: Award-winning digital shipping solutions that allow parcels and returns to be sent without the need for physical labels, using AI technology for secure and convenient processing.

Products

1. Stamp Free Digital Shipping Solution™

• Description: A digital alternative to traditional mailing, shipping, and returns.

• Key Features:

• No need for stamps, labels, or printers.

• Uses AI technology for verification and tracking.

• Enables parcel and letter dispatch via mobile app without the need for physical labels.

2. AppFree with WhatsApp

• Description: An application that facilitates parcel sending and returns via WhatsApp.

• Key Features:

• Supports label-free shipping and returning of parcels using WhatsApp.

• Enhances customer convenience by utilizing a widely used messaging platform.

3. Carrier App

• Description: A solution for carriers to scan, validate, and track parcels.

• Key Features:

• Integrates with existing carrier equipment.

• Supports seamless inclusion in carriers’ operations via the Digitrack add-on.

Recent Developments

• New Products/Features:

• AppFree which facilitates parcel and return handling via WhatsApp was launched, providing increased convenience for retailers and customers during peak shopping times like Black Friday.

• WhatsApp-Enabled Parcel Postage and Returns Solution: This new feature aims to simplify the customer experience, allowing shipping to be as easy as sending a text message.

• Technological Advancements:

• The integration of AI for handwriting verification and code validation to further streamline digital postage solutions.

• Enhanced label-free technologies focusing on reducing operational friction for carriers and improving end-user satisfaction.

• Funding and Expansion:

• Successfully raised £1.08 million in an equity fund round to expand and revolutionize digital postage solutions globally.

• Partnerships and Collaborations:

• Collaborated with AI pioneer Dr. Ronjon Nag and Prime Vision to refine technology solutions and enhance the verification process.

Awards and Recognitions

• 2021: Won the Retail/Customer Service Innovation of the Year at the Parcel & Post International Expo.

• 2022: Received the Innovation & Technology award at the World Post & Parcel Awards.

• 2022: Honored with the Tech Innovation of the Year Award at the UK Tech Awards.

Insights

• Embraces a philosophy of diversity, equality, and inclusion, valuing individuals from varied backgrounds.

• Continuously engages in technological innovation to meet evolving customer demands in the digital mailing sector.

• Prioritizes sustainability and eco-friendly solutions in logistics.

This report is based on available data up to October 2023 and reflects the current strategic direction and innovations of Stamp Free Limited.