Bpifrance

Bpifrance Financement S.A. is a French financial institution that provides a wide range of financing solutions and support services for businesses at various stages of their development. Established in 1980 and based in Maisons-Alfort, France, the company offers medium to long-term loans, export insurance, real estate and equipment leasing, and working capital loans. Bpifrance also invests in startups, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and mid-cap companies through direct investments and fund management activities. Additionally, it provides consulting services for executives and training for CEOs, aiming to facilitate innovation and growth. Bpifrance was formed from the merger of several entities in July 2013, including OSEO, CDC Entreprises, and FSI, to enhance its role in supporting the financing of the French economy.

Laurent Arthaud

Managing Director

Marion Aubry

Investment Director

Emmanuel Audouard

Director of Cross-Functional Investments Venture Capital

Elyssa Maufras du Châtellier

Investment Director

Charlotte Corbaz

Deputy Director of the Large Venture Fund and Deputy Managing Director

Sofia Dahoune

Associate

Vanessa Giraud

Managing Director

Laurent Higueret

Senior Investment Director, Healthcare and Life Sciences - Large Venture Fund

Hortense Jacon

Investment Associate

Veronique Jacq

Head of Digital Venture team

So-Yeon Koo

Senior Investment Manager

Eric Lefebvre

Director

Arnaud Legardeur

Investment Director

Serge Mesguich

Director

Louis Molis

Investment Director

Adrien Neel

Investment Director

Gilles Schang

Deputy Director

Tuan Tran

Investment Director / VC

Past deals in Industrial Engineering

dessIA

Series A in 2021
Developer of artificial intelligence-augmented engineering software designed to automate engineer's tasks. The company's platform solves engineering problems based on innovative artificial intelligence from a blank sheet to the detailed design of the different components, enabling automotive and mechanical engineers to increase their profit margins and find totally innovative approaches to engineering challenges.

B-Hive Engineering

Venture Round in 2020
B-Hive Engineering is an engineering and operational consulting firm based in Mulhouse, France, with additional operations in Lyon, Paris, and Montréal, Canada. Founded in 2017, the company provides a range of technical assistance, support, and project management services across various sectors, including chemistry, petrochemistry, energy, food, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology. It also caters to the automotive, rail, aeronautics, infrastructure, and civil engineering sectors, covering areas such as urban planning, structural engineering, tunnels, and high-speed rail lines. B-Hive Engineering focuses on delivering tailored solutions to meet the specific needs of its clients in these diverse industries.

Effigénie

Venture Round in 2017
Effigénie SAS, founded in 2011 and based in Lille, France, specializes in energy management software. The company's flagship product, Effipilot, is designed to optimize energy consumption in tertiary buildings, achieving reductions of over 20%. In addition to enhancing energy efficiency, Effipilot also aims to improve the comfort of occupants within these spaces.

Energiency

Series A in 2017
Energiency is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform that specializes in energy performance assessment and management within industrial environments. The company has developed an artificial intelligence-driven energy analytics platform that detects and visualizes energy savings opportunities for manufacturing processes. This platform operates on both web and mobile interfaces, providing tools for monitoring, diagnostics, and continuous planning. By enabling industrial businesses to identify new energy savings opportunities, Energiency helps organizations optimize their energy performance and reduce carbon dioxide emissions.

Lewis Industry

Private Equity Round in 2015
Lewis Industries specializes in the manufacturing of precision sheet metal parts and the integration of electronic components, delivering equipment ready for end-user deployment. With over 40 years of industry experience, the company is recognized for its expertise in high-precision processes, which include laser cutting, sheet metal bending, welding, assembly, and finishing. Lewis Industries serves a diverse clientele, ranging from large corporations to small and medium-sized enterprises, ensuring quality and precision in its operations.

Usine IO

Seed Round in 2015
USINE IO is a Paris-based company that provides technical and consulting services tailored for inventors, start-ups, and established businesses. Founded in 2013, USINE IO facilitates the transition from idea to prototype, offering access to high-tech prototyping workshops and a co-working space. The company emphasizes industrialization preparation and provides a range of support services, including training and expert guidance in areas such as electronics, CAD, and design for manufacturing. With a commitment to fostering innovation, USINE IO operates without selection barriers, making its resources accessible to a wide array of clients.
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