Bpifrance

Bpifrance is a financial institution dedicated to supporting companies throughout their development stages, particularly those preparing for stock market listing and seeking credit equity. The organization provides a range of financial solutions, including financing, innovation assistance, and capital investment. By integrating various entities such as OSEO and CDC Entreprises, Bpifrance aims to deliver tailored financial support that addresses the specific needs of businesses. The institution is committed to fostering innovation and helping companies transition toward sustainable growth, ensuring they are well-equipped to face future challenges.

Laurent Arthaud

Managing Director

Marion Aubry

Investment Director

Emmanuel Audouard

Director of Transverse Venture Capital Investments Division

Benoit Barteau Ph.D

Investment Director

Nicolas Berdou

Investment Director, Defense Expert

Clarisse Blandin

Investment Director

Elyssa Maufras du Châtellier

Investment Director

Edouard Combette

Investment Director

Charlotte Corbaz

Deputy Director of the Large Venture Fund and Deputy Managing Director

Nicolas Dardenne

Senior Investment Director, Normandy (Caen Rouen)

Arnaud Despoisse

Director of Occitanie Participations

Philippe Dutheil

Investment Director

Mailys Ferrere

Director of Large Venture Investments

Paul-Francois Fournier

Executive Director, Innovation Department

Pierre Gillet

Investment Director

Vanessa Giraud

Director of Environmental Impact Funds

Gwenael Hamon

Investment Director

Laurent Higueret Ph.D

Senior Investment Director

Louis Janneau

Investment Director and Fund Manager

Magali Joessel

Director of Funds

So-Yeon Koo

Senior Investment Manager

Jérôme Langlade

Investment Director Aquitaine / Limousin / Poitou-Charentes

Eric Lefebvre

Director

Stephane Lefevre-Sauli

Senior Investment Director

Arnaud Legardeur

Investment Director

Chahra Louafi

Senior Investment Director

Serge Mesguich

Director of FIT

Laure Michel

Investment Director

Louis Molis

Investment Director

Jean-Francois Morin

Investment Director

Sébastien Moynot

Director

Adrien Muller

Investment Director

Adrien Néel

Investment Director

Axel Piriou

Director of Investments

Olivier Rameil

Senior Investment Director / VC seed

Vincent Roque

Director

Thibaut Roulon Ph.D

Investment Director

Gilles Schang

Deputy Director

Jean-Marie Fougeray

Senior Investment Director, Brittany

Past deals in Electric Vehicle

Neold

Seed Round in 2025
Neold is a company that specializes in providing refurbished electric bikes (e-bikes) through an online marketplace. Their mission is to make e-bikes a reliable and accessible option for a wide range of customers. The platform offers various types of e-bikes, such as cargo, fat, city, and mountain bikes, all of which are reconditioned, tested, and come with a one-year warranty. This ensures customers receive fully assembled, ready-to-use, and affordable e-bikes.

Jool

Seed Round in 2025
Jool is a company focused on transforming individual mobility by offering a rental car service that emphasizes sustainability. The company provides a mobile application that allows customers to search for and select various vehicles, including electric cars, based on their specific needs. Jool enhances the rental experience by delivering vehicles directly to the customer's address, thereby saving them time. Users benefit from a seamless process, returning the cars without incurring additional costs. By prioritizing electric vehicles, Jool aims to address the significant greenhouse gas emissions generated by automobiles.

Revolte Club

Seed Round in 2025
Revolte is a repair service that maintains and repairs your electric vehicles with confidence.

Beyond Aero

Series A in 2024
Beyond Aero is a pioneering company focused on developing the first electric business aircraft powered by hydrogen propulsion. Founded in December 2020, the firm is redesigning the architecture of a CS23 aircraft to utilize hydrogen-electric propulsion, emphasizing fuel cell technology, hydrogen tank integration, and advanced cooling systems. Based in Toulouse, Paris, and Los Angeles, Beyond Aero has assembled a team of over 50 engineers, with plans to expand its workforce further. The company has successfully raised more than $44 million in funding and has secured $914 million in Letters of Intent for 108 aircraft. Notably, it achieved a significant milestone by completing France's first manned, fully hydrogen-electric flight. Beyond Aero is also actively involved in initiatives aimed at promoting zero-emission aviation, including being a member of the World Economic Forum's First Movers Coalition and the Alliance for Zero Emission Aviation, reflecting its commitment to creating energy-efficient aircraft that minimize environmental impact.

WattAnyWhere

Debt Financing in 2024
WattAnyWhere is a company focused on revolutionizing the delivery of high power electricity through innovative, decentralized solutions that prioritize renewable energy. It develops clean electricity generators specifically designed to provide fast-charging services for battery electric vehicles. By utilizing renewable ethanol derived from biomass, WattAnyWhere's mobile generators convert this energy source into clean electricity. This approach not only facilitates high-power generation in remote locations but also supports environmental sustainability by reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The company aims to enhance accessibility to electric vehicle charging while promoting a shift away from fossil fuels toward cleaner energy alternatives.

Up&Charge

Seed Round in 2024
Up&Charge is a company that specializes in automated induction charging stations, providing a wireless charging solution for electric vehicles. Its technology enables cable-free charging through an induction system, allowing users to recharge their vehicles without the need for physical connections. The self-service charging stations are designed for round-the-clock availability, ensuring convenience for clients. Additionally, Up&Charge's approach preserves sidewalk space, making it a practical option for urban environments. The automated recharging capability allows for remote activation via an application, further enhancing user experience and accessibility.

Aura Aero

Grant in 2024
Aura Aero is a manufacturer of aircraft dedicated to advancing air transport decarbonization through the design and production of eco-efficient and low-carbon vehicles. The company focuses on creating innovative aircraft that feature a comprehensive rescue parachute system, anti-crash seats, and anti-crash fuel tanks. With a two-seater configuration and side-by-side taildragger landing gears, Aura Aero aims to enhance the safety and efficiency of aviation. Their commitment to environmentally friendly technology positions them as a key player in the drive towards sustainable air travel.

Midipile Mobility

Seed Round in 2024
Midipile Mobility operates a B2B subscription-based service aimed at logistics professionals, focusing on middle mile and last mile deliveries. The company offers a unique vehicle designed with four wheels and a closed body, capable of reaching speeds of 45 km/h (28 mph) while utilizing solar energy for a low-carbon delivery solution. This service encompasses fleet management tools, insurance, maintenance, and assistance, making it a comprehensive turnkey option for clients. Midipile's vehicles are characterized by high capacity, endurance, and reduced environmental impact, providing an efficient alternative to traditional delivery trucks. By leveraging renewable energy and a battery swapping solution, the service not only enhances profitability for users but also ensures a quantified reduction in carbon emissions.

Skwheel

Seed Round in 2024
Skwheel is a company that specializes in designing and manufacturing electric skis, which provide a novel approach to urban mobility and outdoor exploration. These innovative skis are engineered to replicate the experience of skiing on various surfaces, including grass, sand, snow, and concrete. Skwheel’s electric skis are powered by advanced electric motors and are constructed from eco-friendly materials, featuring a front pivot system and a removable battery. This design allows users to easily commute in urban environments and embark on adventurous rides, enhancing their mobility with a sense of freedom, agility, and lightness.

Ascendance

Funding Round in 2024
Founded in 2018 by four ex-Airbus engineers: Jean-Christophe Lambert, Thibault Baldivia, Clément Dinel and Benoît Ferran, Ascendance is an industrial start-up with a mission to decarbonise aviation. Based in the heart of Toulouse, the European capital of aviation, it has developed and markets two products: an innovative hybrid-electric propulsion system ‘Sterna’, and a hybrid-electic vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft powered by Sterna technology, ‘Atea’.

Temo

Series A in 2024
Temo is a manufacturer of portable electric motors designed for small watercraft, including dinghies, sailing boats, and rowboats. The company focuses on creating lightweight and easy-to-install outboard electric propulsion systems that enhance the user experience on the water. By providing innovative and accessible solutions, Temo aims to improve the functionality and enjoyment of various types of small craft.

Electra

Series B in 2024
Electra is a platform focused on providing ultrafast charging stations for electric vehicles. The company operates charging points that facilitate the efficient charging of electric vehicles. It offers an application that allows car owners to reserve charging stations and view estimated charging times through a dedicated information dashboard. This service aims to enhance the charging experience for electric vehicle users, helping them charge their vehicles quickly while contributing to a reduction in carbon emissions and pollution.

B2ebike

Venture Round in 2023
B2ebike is a manufacturer of electric bikes, established in 2016 and headquartered in Lyon, France. The company specializes in providing electric bicycle fleet solutions, aimed at businesses and communities seeking to promote sustainable transportation. Its product offerings include the B2 city range and B2 boost range, which cater to various mobility needs. B2ebike focuses on facilitating the transition to soft forms of transportation, contributing to urban sustainability and eco-friendly commuting options.

Spark Cleantech

Grant in 2023
Spark Cleantech is a pioneering company developing a plasma technology to convert greenhouse gases into hydrogen fuel. Their proprietary process, called plasmolysis, uses cold pulsed plasma discharges to convert methane or carbon dioxide and methane mixtures into valuable products such as hydrogen, solid carbon, and carbon monoxide. This technology enables the production of competitive, on-site hydrogen, serving as a direct substitute for fossil fuels in decarbonizing industrial heat and powering the transport industry with carbon-neutral hydrogen fuel.

Milla Group

Seed Round in 2023
Milla Group specializes in the development, production, and sale of autonomous vehicles designed for both passenger and freight transportation. Recognized as a leading manufacturer of automated shared vehicles, the company focuses on creating cutting-edge self-driving cars that cater to on-demand and shared mobility needs. Milla's platform features an innovative electric POD shuttle, enhancing efficiency, sustainability, and accessibility within the public transportation sector. Through its advanced technology, Milla Group aims to revolutionize transportation services, making them more efficient and environmentally friendly.

BeeToGreen

Seed Round in 2023
BeeToGreen is a business specializing in sustainable transportation solutions for corporations. It operates a platform that facilitates bike-sharing, offering a range of bicycles and e-scooters for employees to use. The platform enables companies to lease or purchase these vehicles in interest-free installments, promoting sustainable mobility, enhancing employee health, and reducing environmental impact.

Angell

Seed Round in 2023
Angell is an innovative manufacturer of electric bicycles aimed at transforming urban mobility experiences. The company offers one of the lightest electrically-assisted bikes on the market, featuring a sleek rounded aluminum frame and carbon rims. Angell's e-bike incorporates a smart cockpit with a touchscreen interface that provides essential information, including battery charge status, speed, distance traveled, pollution levels, and a GPS system. Additionally, it is equipped with advanced safety features such as vibrating navigation assistance on the handlebars, a fall alert system, and an anti-theft alarm, enhancing both usability and security for urban riders. Through its thoughtfully designed products, Angell strives to improve everyday life in cities by promoting sustainable and efficient transportation solutions.

Mob-Energy

Series A in 2023
Mob-Energy is a privately held company founded in 2018 and headquartered in Villeurbanne, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. It specializes in the development of innovative charging solutions for electric vehicles. The company designs autonomous charging robots that utilize second-life batteries installed at car parks. These robots can store energy and autonomously move to vehicles that require charging, allowing for a convenient and efficient refueling process. By optimizing existing infrastructure, Mob-Energy aims to enhance the charging experience for electric vehicle owners.

Staryay

Venture Round in 2023
Starway is speciaized in the designing and marketing of electric bicycles.

Ascendance

Venture Round in 2023
Founded in 2018 by four ex-Airbus engineers: Jean-Christophe Lambert, Thibault Baldivia, Clément Dinel and Benoît Ferran, Ascendance is an industrial start-up with a mission to decarbonise aviation. Based in the heart of Toulouse, the European capital of aviation, it has developed and markets two products: an innovative hybrid-electric propulsion system ‘Sterna’, and a hybrid-electic vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft powered by Sterna technology, ‘Atea’.

E-Totem

Venture Round in 2023
E-Totem is a manufacturer of electric vehicle charging solutions, specializing in both the production of charging systems and the provision of installation services. The company caters to both private and public spaces, focusing on the development of reliable and user-friendly public charging infrastructure. E-Totem also offers project management services, which include remote management, supervision, and delegated management and operation, ensuring that clients have access to comprehensive support throughout the installation process and beyond.

Anyos

Seed Round in 2023
Anyos is a manufacturing company specializing in the development, installation, and maintenance of charging stations for electric vehicles. It provides a comprehensive range of services that includes the provision of digital charging systems, installation of charging infrastructure, and ongoing maintenance for electric vehicle owners. By offering a complete electrical charging infrastructure service, Anyos aims to facilitate the growing demand for sustainable transportation solutions.

Exotrail

Series B in 2023
Exotrail, established in 2015 and based in Palaiseau, France, specializes in developing electric propulsion systems and flight software for small satellites and constellations. The company's key products are ExoMS, a propulsion system enabling small satellite constellations to access new orbits, and ExoOPS, a cloud-based software for mission operation planning. Exotrail's electric thrusters cater to nano and micro-satellites, serving applications in telecommunication, earth observation, and space science.

Verkor

Funding Round in 2022
Verkor is a manufacturer of battery cells dedicated to increasing the production of low-carbon batteries to meet the rising demand for electric vehicles. The company emphasizes the development of batteries that have a significantly reduced carbon footprint compared to traditional options, which minimizes emissions associated with logistics. By utilizing carbon-free electricity in its production processes, Verkor aims to provide businesses with cost-effective battery solutions that align with sustainability goals.

ex9

Grant in 2022
Ex9 is a provider of unmanned transport solutions specifically designed for logistics operators. The company specializes in automating the movement of trailers within confined spaces such as warehouses, distribution hubs, and manufacturing plants through a fleet of eco-friendly, cost-effective robot-tractors. By facilitating dock-parking and cross-dock shunting operations, Ex9 ensures continuous, 24/7 operations that significantly reduce operational costs, CO2 emissions, and incidents. The company aims to enhance operational performance by 30% while achieving up to a 90% reduction in CO2 emissions throughout the global supply chain. Ex9 focuses on addressing unsafe, time-consuming, and low-value tasks in industrial transport, ultimately helping businesses boost productivity and efficiency in their operations.

K-Ryole

Series B in 2022
K-Ryole is a privately held company specializing in the manufacturing of smart electric bike trailers designed for efficient goods transportation. These trailers can be easily attached to any bicycle and are capable of handling heavy loads, making them ideal for urban environments. By providing a sustainable solution for logistics, K-Ryole's products enable cyclists to minimize their carbon footprint while effectively managing transportation costs.

Gouach

Seed Round in 2022
Gouach is a manufacturer of innovative eco-designed lithium-ion batteries that prioritize sustainability and performance. The company specializes in producing high-performance batteries suitable for various applications, including e-bikes and electric vehicles. Gouach's products are distinguished by their rapid repairability, which enhances their longevity and reduces environmental impact. By focusing on reliable power solutions, Gouach aims to meet the growing demand for sustainable energy storage in the electronics sector and beyond.

Solstyce

Venture Round in 2021
Solstyce is a Paris-based provider of energy transition and environmental innovation solutions. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including photovoltaic systems, electric mobility solutions, insulation, waterproofing, and carbon performance management. Solstyce aims to address the evolving needs of its clients by providing a one-stop-shop for environmental innovation. With a focus on optimizing energy usage and reducing carbon footprints, the expert team at Solstyce develops cutting-edge solutions tailored to the specific requirements of their clients. From the installation of rooftop solar panels to the implementation of electric vehicle charging infrastructure, Solstyce is dedicated to enhancing the sustainability of operations across various sectors.

EasyMile

Series B in 2021
EasyMile SAS is a high-tech company based in Toulouse, France, specializing in the development of driverless electric vehicles and smart mobility solutions for the last mile. Founded in 2014, the company focuses on providing autonomous vehicles, including the EZ10 shuttle, which can accommodate up to 12 passengers for short-distance travel in urban and suburban areas. EasyMile partners with major manufacturers to implement its innovative technology, emphasizing safety and operational readiness. The company serves a diverse clientele, including leading transport operators, city authorities, airports, and educational institutions, and maintains a global presence with additional offices in Singapore and Denver, as well as partnerships in Japan and the Middle East. Through its advanced technology, EasyMile aims to transform passenger and goods transportation, delivering new and efficient mobility options.

Stiilt

Seed Round in 2021
Stiilt is a company that has developed a vehicle reservation platform aimed at offering an alternative to traditional vehicle rental systems. The platform is designed to provide users with an affordable, flexible, and practical service, allowing them to reserve a variety of vehicles, including city cars and electric sedans. By focusing on user needs, Stiilt seeks to enhance the vehicle rental experience through its innovative approach.

Dab Motors

Seed Round in 2020
Dab Motors is a designer and manufacturer of electric motorcycles based in Bayonne, France. The company focuses on creating innovative electric vehicles that provide sustainable mobility solutions for riders. By embracing intelligent disruption, Dab Motors distinguishes itself from traditional motorcycle manufacturers, offering modern features that cater to the evolving needs of customers seeking new road experiences.

McPhy Energy

Post in 2020
McPhy Energy S.A. is a French cleantech company based in La Motte, established in 2008. It specializes in developing and supplying equipment for hydrogen production, storage, and distribution, catering to the hydrogen energy, zero-emission mobility, and industrial hydrogen markets globally. The company's product portfolio includes alkaline electrolyzers that facilitate hydrogen production in various capacities, as well as innovative solid-state hydrogen storage solutions. Additionally, McPhy designs and manufactures hydrogen refueling stations and integrated hydrogen solutions, positioning itself as a key player in the transition towards sustainable energy systems.

Exotrail

Series A in 2020
Exotrail, established in 2015 and based in Palaiseau, France, specializes in developing electric propulsion systems and flight software for small satellites and constellations. The company's key products are ExoMS, a propulsion system enabling small satellite constellations to access new orbits, and ExoOPS, a cloud-based software for mission operation planning. Exotrail's electric thrusters cater to nano and micro-satellites, serving applications in telecommunication, earth observation, and space science.

stations-e

Debt Financing in 2019
Stations-e is a company that specializes in the deployment and management of electric charging stations for municipalities and businesses. Founded in 2018 and based in Boussy-Saint-Antoine, France, the company focuses on promoting sustainable mobility by providing charging services to electric vehicle owners. Stations-e operates without relying on public funds, which allows it to support the growth of electric vehicle usage while offering efficient communication solutions through blockchain technology. In addition to its core services, the company also provides access to mobile broadband in Europe, enhancing connectivity for its users.

Ascendance

Grant in 2019
Founded in 2018 by four ex-Airbus engineers: Jean-Christophe Lambert, Thibault Baldivia, Clément Dinel and Benoît Ferran, Ascendance is an industrial start-up with a mission to decarbonise aviation. Based in the heart of Toulouse, the European capital of aviation, it has developed and markets two products: an innovative hybrid-electric propulsion system ‘Sterna’, and a hybrid-electic vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft powered by Sterna technology, ‘Atea’.

EasyMile

Series B in 2018
EasyMile SAS is a high-tech company based in Toulouse, France, specializing in the development of driverless electric vehicles and smart mobility solutions for the last mile. Founded in 2014, the company focuses on providing autonomous vehicles, including the EZ10 shuttle, which can accommodate up to 12 passengers for short-distance travel in urban and suburban areas. EasyMile partners with major manufacturers to implement its innovative technology, emphasizing safety and operational readiness. The company serves a diverse clientele, including leading transport operators, city authorities, airports, and educational institutions, and maintains a global presence with additional offices in Singapore and Denver, as well as partnerships in Japan and the Middle East. Through its advanced technology, EasyMile aims to transform passenger and goods transportation, delivering new and efficient mobility options.

Exotrail

Seed Round in 2018
Exotrail, established in 2015 and based in Palaiseau, France, specializes in developing electric propulsion systems and flight software for small satellites and constellations. The company's key products are ExoMS, a propulsion system enabling small satellite constellations to access new orbits, and ExoOPS, a cloud-based software for mission operation planning. Exotrail's electric thrusters cater to nano and micro-satellites, serving applications in telecommunication, earth observation, and space science.

Qucit

Venture Round in 2018
Qucit, formerly Quantified Cities, is a technology company that employs data-driven methods and artificial intelligence to enhance urban services' efficiency. Founded on the premise of growing urban populations necessitating smarter city management, Qucit develops a logistics optimization platform for shared mobility systems. This platform automates vehicle fleet deployment and rebalancing, optimizes operating costs, and models human behaviors using diverse urban data. By doing so, Qucit helps companies and institutions streamline shared mobility services, contributing to more livable and sustainable cities.

EZ Wheel

Series B in 2015
EZ-Wheel SAS is a technology company based in Saint-Michel, France, founded in 2009. It specializes in developing industrial electric traction solutions for handling tools and soft mobility applications. The company offers a variety of self-propelled electric wheels designed for scooters, tricycles, and urban vehicles, as well as agricultural and industrial products for wheelbarrows, delivery carts, and medical equipment. EZ-Wheel's technology includes features such as one-axis joystick control for speed management and wireless interface solutions. These products are used to facilitate the movement of heavy loads in various sectors, including construction, urban transport, and healthcare, enhancing the efficiency and performance of material handling equipment. Located in Charente, within the Mecatronic Valley, EZ-Wheel benefits from a supportive industrial ecosystem that fosters innovation and collaboration.

G2Mobility

Series A in 2013
G2Mobility, founded in 2009 and based in Paris, France, specializes in smart charging solutions for electric vehicles. The company provides a range of charging infrastructure products and services designed to enable users to effectively manage networks of charge points from a single platform. G2Mobility's offerings include a variety of electric vehicle charging stations and energy management systems, aimed at enhancing the efficiency and accessibility of electric vehicle charging.
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