Berlin-based n8n, an innovative AI-driven workflow automation platform tailored for technical teams, has successfully raised €55 million in a Series B funding round. This monumental investment is aimed at accelerating product development and expanding n8n's global reach with new offices set to open in New York and London later this year.

The funding round was led by Highland Europe, with notable participation from HV Capital alongside previous investors such as Sequoia, Felicis, and Harpoon. n8n has experienced unprecedented growth, boasting over 200,000 active users and a remarkable fivefold increase in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) over the past year.

Jan Oberhauser, the Founder and CEO of n8n, emphasized the platform's mission: “Automation shouldn’t be a black box. Companies need transparency, customization, and cost efficiency. With n8n, we’ve not only built a platform but also fostered a community that relies on our services. Our tools empower users from individual contributors to major enterprises, giving them the capabilities of a 10x developer—crucial in this age of AI proliferation in the workplace.

Founded in 2019, n8n distinguishes itself by merging AI capabilities with business process automation, enabling technical teams to enjoy the flexibility of coding alongside the speediness of no-code solutions. With over 400 integrations and a commitment to fair-code principles, n8n is setting new standards for connectivity between business processes and systems.

In the booming €22.1 billion workflow automation industry, many existing tools falter when confronted with complex, high-volume workflows, compelling teams to engage in cumbersome in-house development and scripting. n8n seeks to change this narrative, offering a fair-code platform that combines the best of both coding flexibility and no-code simplicity, enhanced further by the power of AI.

Currently, n8n supports over 3,000 enterprises by facilitating critical workflows. The platform allows seamless integration with any large language model (LLM), customizable code steps, and human-in-the-loop mechanisms to ensure that organizations maintain control and compliance over their automation and AI infrastructures.

Across various sectors, n8n is making a significant impact: - **Customer Service**: Teams are harnessing hybrid workforces, where human representatives seamlessly collaborate with AI agents. - **IT & HR**: Automation of routine tasks such as employee onboarding and offboarding is resulting in substantial savings. - **Security**: Rapid response to threats is achievable through automated incident management. - **Individual Users**: Tech enthusiasts are leveraging n8n to craft personal workflows that cater to everyday tasks—from watering gardens to creating personal AI assistants.

The platform offers flexible deployment options, including cloud and self-hosting, thus providing companies maximum control. Noteworthy success stories include Delivery Hero, which reportedly saves 200 hours a month using n8n, Musixmatch, which reduced engineering workload by 47 days in four months, and Bordr, which achieved exponential business growth.

David Blyghton, General Partner at Highland Europe, praised the achievement, stating, “n8n has cultivated something exceptional—a talented team, an engaged community, and a game-changing product in automation. With LLM integrations now constituting over 75% of workflows, the company is empowering developers to apply AI to tangible business scenarios, from IT and security operations to sales automation. We are eager to support n8n as they continue to shape the future of automation.”

With this new injection of capital, n8n plans to rapidly advance its product roadmap, focusing on bolstering tools for crucial business workflows and enhancing monitoring capabilities. This growth will also involve expanding their talent pool across engineering, product development, and marketing, while nurturing their vibrant community through continued events and educational initiatives.

As n8n gears up for a promising future with new international offices, it remains committed to redefining the landscape of workflow automation, positioning itself as a leader in an increasingly competitive industry.