GenoMines is a company focused on sustainable mining through innovative biological methods. It specializes in using plant-based technologies to extract critical metals from soils that are below traditional cut-off grades. By genetically enhancing hyperaccumulator plants, GenoMines leverages nature's ability to absorb metals, thereby not only sustainably mining these resources but also depolluting soils and increasing the availability of agricultural sites. This approach addresses significant environmental and societal challenges associated with conventional mining methods, aiming to support the transition to green energy in a responsible manner.
Vulkam
Venture Round in 2023
Vulkam SAS is a microtechnology company based in Saint-Martin-d'Hères, France, specializing in the design and production of amorphous metal parts. Founded in 2017, Vulkam focuses on creating biocompatible amorphous metal alloys primarily composed of zirconium, copper, hafnium, nickel, and titanium. The company's innovative products serve various industries, including aerospace, automotive, biomedical, and microcomponents. Vulkam's micromechanical parts are notable for their small size and exceptional strength, offering performance comparable to established industry standards. By leveraging advanced materials science, Vulkam aims to set new benchmarks in metallurgy and metal processing, catering to the growing demand for high-performance, functional components in diverse applications.
Vulkam
Debt Financing in 2023
Vulkam SAS is a microtechnology company based in Saint-Martin-d'Hères, France, specializing in the design and production of amorphous metal parts. Founded in 2017, Vulkam focuses on creating biocompatible amorphous metal alloys primarily composed of zirconium, copper, hafnium, nickel, and titanium. The company's innovative products serve various industries, including aerospace, automotive, biomedical, and microcomponents. Vulkam's micromechanical parts are notable for their small size and exceptional strength, offering performance comparable to established industry standards. By leveraging advanced materials science, Vulkam aims to set new benchmarks in metallurgy and metal processing, catering to the growing demand for high-performance, functional components in diverse applications.
Eramet is a global leader in alloy metals such as manganese and nickel, focusing on high-end metallurgy. The company also explores growth opportunities in mineral sands like titanium dioxide and zircon, lithium, and recycling sectors.
GenoMines is a company focused on sustainable mining through innovative biological methods. It specializes in using plant-based technologies to extract critical metals from soils that are below traditional cut-off grades. By genetically enhancing hyperaccumulator plants, GenoMines leverages nature's ability to absorb metals, thereby not only sustainably mining these resources but also depolluting soils and increasing the availability of agricultural sites. This approach addresses significant environmental and societal challenges associated with conventional mining methods, aiming to support the transition to green energy in a responsible manner.
ROSI
Debt Financing in 2022
ROSI is a company based in Grenoble, France, focused on developing innovative technologies for the recycling and revalorization of raw materials within the photovoltaic industry. The company specializes in recovering ultra-pure silicon and other metals that are typically lost during the manufacturing of photovoltaic cells and at the end of a solar panel's life cycle. By addressing industrial waste generated during the solar wafer slicing process and capturing silicon fine particles lost during PV-silicon production, ROSI enables its clients to produce photovoltaic modules in a more sustainable and cost-effective manner.
Sintermat
Seed Round in 2022
Sintermat is a powder metallurgy company that develops and delivers material solutions for the metal industry and a range of application sectors. It designs performance materials for luxury, packaging, aeronautics, defense, and industrial tooling, supporting sectors such as aerospace, defense, and energy with enhanced performance while pursuing sustainability through material recycling and waste upcycling. The company explores bio-based feedstocks and waste streams, developing materials from sources including wood, leather, horn, husk, coffee grounds, oyster shells, snail shells, and fish scales to expand material options and reduce environmental impact.
Vulkam SAS is a microtechnology company based in Saint-Martin-d'Hères, France, specializing in the design and production of amorphous metal parts. Founded in 2017, Vulkam focuses on creating biocompatible amorphous metal alloys primarily composed of zirconium, copper, hafnium, nickel, and titanium. The company's innovative products serve various industries, including aerospace, automotive, biomedical, and microcomponents. Vulkam's micromechanical parts are notable for their small size and exceptional strength, offering performance comparable to established industry standards. By leveraging advanced materials science, Vulkam aims to set new benchmarks in metallurgy and metal processing, catering to the growing demand for high-performance, functional components in diverse applications.
Skipper NDT specializes in contactless magnetic inspection technology for pipeline operators. Their UAV-based pipeline mapping service offers centimetric precision, enabling access to remote locations and optimizing maintenance costs while enhancing safety standards.
Technogenia
Venture Round in 2014
Technogenia specializes in tungsten carbide metallurgy, focusing on the production of abrasion-resistant and anti-wear welding products and coatings. Utilizing high-power laser technology, the company manufactures solutions designed to enhance hardness and durability for various industrial applications. Its products are particularly beneficial in sectors such as oil and gas drilling, mining, and the iron and steel industry, effectively addressing abrasion challenges faced by its clients. By providing advanced materials and coatings, Technogenia aims to improve operational efficiency and longevity of equipment in demanding environments.