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.
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Past deals in Transportation
Jool
Seed Round in 2025
Jool is a mobility startup that aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from transportation. It offers a rental car service via a user-friendly app, enabling customers to select and have a car delivered to their location, with the option to choose electric vehicles.
Shippeo
Venture Round in 2025
Shippeo is a technology company specializing in real-time transportation visibility for supply chains. Founded in 2014, it offers a platform that allows shippers, carriers, and 4PLs to track deliveries and communicate proactively with end customers. The platform integrates with various data sources, including transportation management systems and telematics products, to provide real-time location data and delivery tracking. With a proprietary algorithm, Shippeo calculates estimated arrival times, helping businesses lower transportation costs, enhance customer satisfaction, and promote sustainable operations. The company tracks over 40,000 deliveries monthly across Europe, serving notable clients such as Leroy Merlin, Saint-Gobain, and Faurecia, and connects with more than 600 carriers.
The Exploration Company
Series B in 2024
The Exploration Company specializes in the development, manufacturing, and operation of modular and reusable spacecraft known as Nyx, which are intended for use in orbit around Earth and the Moon. These vehicles are designed to be refueled in space and incorporate environmentally friendly propellants. By offering an open-source operating system for Nyx, the company aims to democratize space exploration, making it more accessible to new entrants in the field. The Exploration Company focuses on providing cost-effective solutions for in-space experiments, allowing participants to engage in space exploration at a fraction of the cost associated with traditional platforms like the International Space Station.
Beyond Aero
Series A in 2024
Beyond Aero is focused on developing the first electric business aircraft powered by hydrogen propulsion, capable of transporting six passengers over distances of up to 800 nautical miles, significantly surpassing battery-powered alternatives. Established in December 2020, the company is innovating the design of a CS23 aircraft to integrate hydrogen-electric propulsion, emphasizing fuel cell technology, hydrogen tank systems, and advanced cooling mechanisms. With headquarters in Toulouse, Paris, and Los Angeles, Beyond Aero has assembled a team of over 50 skilled engineers from prominent aerospace firms and is actively seeking to expand its workforce. The company has successfully raised over $44 million from various investors and has received $914 million in Letters of Intent for the production of 108 aircraft. Beyond Aero recently achieved a milestone with France's first manned, fully hydrogen-electric flight and is a participant in the World Economic Forum's First Movers Coalition, reflecting its dedication to advancing zero-emission aviation solutions.
VELA
Series A in 2024
VELA is an innovative 100% wind-powered maritime transport. It has been working to address the climate emergency by providing a creative, sustainable, and socially responsible maritime transportation solution.
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 specializing in the design and manufacture of electric skis, which provide a unique mode of transportation across various terrains including grass, sand, snow, and concrete. These skis are engineered for urban mobility and adventure, incorporating electric motors for enhanced performance. Skwheel products feature eco-friendly materials, a front pivot system for improved maneuverability, and removable batteries for convenience. This innovative approach allows users to experience freedom, agility, and lightness while commuting in urban environments or exploring new outdoor settings.
Towt
Venture Round in 2024
Towt is a shipping company that provides a practical and alternative solution for shipping. It's mission is to decarbonize the shipping industry using wind drilling for cleaner, less hydrocarbon-dependent transport.
Exoès
Venture Round in 2024
Exoès is a leading company in the field of CO2 and fuel reduction for transportation, utilizing its patented Rankine technology. The company focuses on designing, developing, and testing thermal management systems that convert waste heat from exhaust gases into electricity. This innovative approach applies to various vehicle types, including automobiles, heavyweights, and buses. By effectively recovering and converting exhaust gas losses into usable energy, Exoès enables companies to significantly reduce fuel consumption and carbon dioxide emissions, contributing to a more sustainable transportation sector.
B2ebike
Venture Round in 2023
B2ebike, established in 2016 and headquartered in Lyon, France, specializes in manufacturing electric bikes. Its product portfolio comprises the B2 city range and B2 boost range. The company focuses on providing comprehensive electric bicycle fleet solutions for businesses and communities, promoting a shift towards sustainable, soft transportation. B2ebike offers mobility plans to real estate developers, enabling clients to adopt electrically assisted bicycles with dedicated terminals and applications, thereby enhancing performance and well-being.
EYEGAUGE
Grant in 2023
eyeGauge is a Paris-based deep tech start-up dedicated to transforming the maritime industry by facilitating the decarbonization of maritime transportation. The company aims to help shipping companies meet International Maritime Organization targets by reducing greenhouse gas emissions by at least 50% by 2050. To comply with decarbonization regulations, ship owners must accurately measure and report emissions after every voyage. However, 85% of the world's fleet currently relies on manual data collection, which is often unreliable and difficult to analyze. eyeGauge addresses this challenge by offering an innovative, automated solution that collects data from onboard systems in a contactless and non-invasive manner. This technology generates consistent and comparable data, creating a digital model of a vessel's equipment and machinery. By providing insights into operations, eyeGauge enables shipping companies to identify optimization opportunities and enhance efficiency, ultimately supporting their efforts to reduce emissions and comply with regulations.
EasyShipping
Debt Financing in 2023
EasyShipping is a freight company that provides an application to revitalize and optimize this type of service by connecting shippers and freight carriers without using traditional road chartering circuits.
Catlante Catamarans
Venture Round in 2023
Catlante Catamarans is a cruise agency that specializes in providing cabin cruises for individuals seeking solo holidays, travel, and leisure experiences. The company operates a cruise line that caters to travel enthusiasts, offering private week-long cruises across various oceans. This allows customers to explore diverse islands and coastal destinations, ensuring a memorable vacation at sea. Through its services, Catlante Catamarans aims to enhance the travel experience by facilitating unique maritime adventures.
Milla Group
Seed Round in 2023
Milla is a manufacturer of autonomous vehicles focused on on-demand and shared transportation solutions. The company specializes in producing cutting-edge automated vehicles designed for both passenger and freight transport. Milla's innovative platform features a versatile electric POD shuttle, which aims to enhance the efficiency, sustainability, and accessibility of public transportation services. By developing self-driving cars tailored for shared mobility, Milla positions itself as a leader in the automated vehicle market, addressing the evolving needs of urban transportation.
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 provides features such as a marketplace for various bike and e-scooter brands, and flexible leasing or purchase options with interest-free installments. This enables companies to promote eco-friendly mobility, enhance employee health and well-being, and reduce their carbon footprint.
Hypr Space (Hybrid Propulsion for Space)
Convertible Note in 2023
Get ready for the next technology leap in space industry. We develop engines and vehicles that are cheaper, quicker and greener for earth to space and space to space transportation systems. Our patented innovation is based on brand new architecture for hybrid propulsion engines, unlocking previously unreachable capabilities.
DataFret
Pre Seed Round in 2023
DataFret aids in the automation of goods invoicing processing. It is intended to improve relationships between shippers and carriers by making invoicing and management more fluid.
Expliseat
Venture Round in 2023
Expliseat is a manufacturer specializing in lightweight aircraft seats, most notably the Titanium Seat, which weighs only 4 kg. This innovative design significantly reduces fuel consumption, yielding potential savings of up to $500,000 per aircraft annually. The seats are crafted from carbon fiber and feature a unique hinge mechanism, ensuring durability while accommodating passengers of all sizes. With ten patents to its name, Expliseat's products also enhance passenger comfort by providing two additional inches of legroom, catering to the evolving needs of airlines and their customers.
E-Totem
Venture Round in 2023
e-Totem is a company that specializes in manufacturing charging solutions for electric vehicles, focusing on both private and public spaces. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including installation, project management, and remote management of charging systems. By providing reliable and user-friendly public charging infrastructure, e-Totem aims to facilitate the adoption of electric vehicles and enhance the overall charging experience for users.
Comin
Pre Seed Round in 2023
Comin is a technology company that operates a ride-hailing platform. It aims to redefine urban mobility by promoting a fair, sustainable, and collaborative model for transportation. The company's service allows passengers to access affordable rides while ensuring fair compensation for drivers. Comin's platform enables users to define their own prices and offers unique services provided by drivers, such as access to Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, snacks, and water, enhancing the overall commuting experience.
Tictactrip
Seed Round in 2023
Tictactrip is a travel booking platform that specializes in comparing ground transportation options across Europe. It aggregates offers from various transport providers, including trains, buses, and carpooling services, allowing travelers to create intermodal travel combinations. The platform partners with numerous companies, such as Ouibus, Flixbus, and SNCF, to analyze and restructure their offers, ultimately providing users with economical travel solutions. By focusing on environmentally friendly transportation, Tictactrip enables travelers to efficiently compare and book direct and combined journeys, ensuring access to affordable travel options.
Pickme
Seed Round in 2022
Pickme is a parcel delivery platform designed to enhance logistical efficiency and promote sustainability through community engagement. By transforming neighbors into local pickup points, the company facilitates a seamless post-purchase experience for e-commerce customers. Users can collect their packages from designated neighbors, thereby fostering social connections while also providing an opportunity for individuals to earn extra income from their homes. This innovative approach not only streamlines the delivery process but also aligns with ecological goals by reducing the carbon footprint associated with traditional delivery methods.
Shippeo
Series C in 2022
Shippeo is a technology company specializing in real-time transportation visibility for supply chains. Founded in 2014, it offers a platform that allows shippers, carriers, and 4PLs to track deliveries and communicate proactively with end customers. The platform integrates with various data sources, including transportation management systems and telematics products, to provide real-time location data and delivery tracking. With a proprietary algorithm, Shippeo calculates estimated arrival times, helping businesses lower transportation costs, enhance customer satisfaction, and promote sustainable operations. The company tracks over 40,000 deliveries monthly across Europe, serving notable clients such as Leroy Merlin, Saint-Gobain, and Faurecia, and connects with more than 600 carriers.
Flying Whales
Venture Round in 2022
Flying Whales is a French company founded in 2012, based in Suresnes, specializing in the development of large-capacity airships for the transport of heavy and oversized cargo. The company focuses on creating helium-filled, rigid-structure airships that can efficiently load and unload substantial freight from a stationary position. Utilizing small amounts of diesel and electric engines, Flying Whales aims to provide innovative solutions for transportation, logistics, and freight sectors facing infrastructure challenges. By enhancing freight transportation capabilities, the company helps clients reduce operating costs while minimizing environmental impact, effectively connecting land-locked regions to the global economy.
ex9
Grant in 2022
Ex9 specializes in providing unmanned transport solutions for logistics operators, focusing on automating the movement of trailers within closed environments such as warehouses, distribution hubs, and manufacturing plants. The company deploys a fleet of eco-friendly, cost-effective robot-tractors designed to enhance cross-dock shunting operations. This service allows for continuous 24/7 operations, leading to significant reductions in operational costs, carbon emissions, and safety incidents. Ex9 aims to improve operational performance by 30% while achieving a remarkable reduction in CO2 emissions by nearly 90% in the global supply chain. Through its automation services, Ex9 addresses unsafe, time-consuming, and low-value tasks in industrial transport, ultimately enhancing productivity and efficiency for its clients.
Amerigo Group
Private Equity Round in 2022
Amerigo Group specializes in facilitating international trade of automotive parts. It caters to manufacturers, distributors, and repairers globally, offering a comprehensive suite of services that includes global trade facilitation, logistics, digital platforms, and a extensive network of suppliers. This enables clients to source and trade automotive parts reliably and efficiently.
K-Ryole
Series B in 2022
K-Ryole is a privately held company that specializes in the manufacture of smart electric bike trailers designed for cyclists. These innovative trailers can be attached to any bicycle and are capable of carrying heavy loads, making them suitable for urban transportation. By offering a practical solution for goods transport, K-Ryole aims to help riders reduce their carbon footprint while also lowering logistics costs.
Traxens
Venture Round in 2022
Traxens is a provider of supply chain tracking services that offers comprehensive data and analytics to enhance visibility into container transport and logistics. The company focuses on delivering precise and timely information on containers and their transporters, enabling stakeholders in multi-modal transport to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize investments. Through a dedicated three-year research and development program, Traxens has developed advanced technology for cost-effective, durable, and autonomous devices capable of capturing and transmitting real-time data from anywhere in the world. This innovative approach allows Traxens to transform logistics data into actionable insights, benefiting a wide range of customers in the supply chain industry.
YouStock
Venture Round in 2021
YouStock offers a modern solution for personal storage by providing a comprehensive service that includes pickup, packing, storage, and delivery of items. Customers can easily schedule pickups and returns online, eliminating the need to transport belongings to a storage facility. The company stores items in secure warehouses and maintains an online inventory, ensuring that customers can always track their possessions. YouStock allows users to choose storage plans tailored to their needs, charging only for the items stored. Additionally, customers can request the return of their belongings, either fully or partially, within 24 hours. This service aims to make storage both convenient and affordable, presenting a user-friendly alternative to traditional self-storage options.
EasyMile
Series B in 2021
EasyMile SAS, established in 2014 and headquartered in Toulouse, France, with offices in Singapore and Denver, USA, specializes in manufacturing and operating driverless, electric autonomous vehicles for smart mobility solutions. The company's flagship product, the EZ10, is a driverless shuttle capable of transporting up to 12 passengers over short distances, serving urban and suburban areas. EasyMile partners with leading manufacturers to integrate its award-winning, safety-focused technology, offering innovative mobility options to clients such as transport operators, city authorities, airports, corporations, and universities worldwide.
Stiilt
Seed Round in 2021
Stiilt offers a vehicle reservation platform that serves as an alternative to traditional vehicle rental systems. The company focuses on providing an affordable, flexible, and practical service, allowing users to reserve a variety of vehicles, including city cars and electric sedans. This approach caters to the evolving needs of consumers seeking convenient transportation options without the constraints of classic rental methods.
Transarc
Private Equity Round in 2021
Transarc, SARL is a transportation service provider based in Dijon, France, specializing in both commercial and domestic transport solutions. The company offers a range of services, including on-demand transport, school transportation, and urban transport. Additionally, Transarc caters to tourism and excursions by providing transportation for students and organized trips via coaches and buses. The company's focus on individualized and industrial site transportation ensures that it meets the diverse needs of its clientele while prioritizing comfort and safety for all travelers.
Virtuo
Series C in 2021
Virtuo is a digital car rental platform designed for urban residents, providing a convenient way to book and unlock premium vehicles using a mobile app. The service eliminates the traditional rental desk process, allowing users to enjoy a paperless experience that simplifies and streamlines vehicle rental. Customers can configure their rentals directly from their smartphones, enhancing the overall convenience and comfort for both private individuals and professionals. By focusing on on-demand access to a variety of cars, Virtuo aims to meet the needs of city dwellers seeking efficient and user-friendly transportation solutions.
YouStock
Venture Round in 2021
YouStock offers a modern solution for personal storage by providing a comprehensive service that includes pickup, packing, storage, and delivery of items. Customers can easily schedule pickups and returns online, eliminating the need to transport belongings to a storage facility. The company stores items in secure warehouses and maintains an online inventory, ensuring that customers can always track their possessions. YouStock allows users to choose storage plans tailored to their needs, charging only for the items stored. Additionally, customers can request the return of their belongings, either fully or partially, within 24 hours. This service aims to make storage both convenient and affordable, presenting a user-friendly alternative to traditional self-storage options.
Shippeo
Series C in 2021
Shippeo is a technology company specializing in real-time transportation visibility for supply chains. Founded in 2014, it offers a platform that allows shippers, carriers, and 4PLs to track deliveries and communicate proactively with end customers. The platform integrates with various data sources, including transportation management systems and telematics products, to provide real-time location data and delivery tracking. With a proprietary algorithm, Shippeo calculates estimated arrival times, helping businesses lower transportation costs, enhance customer satisfaction, and promote sustainable operations. The company tracks over 40,000 deliveries monthly across Europe, serving notable clients such as Leroy Merlin, Saint-Gobain, and Faurecia, and connects with more than 600 carriers.
TrucksMe
Debt Financing in 2020
TrucksMe is an online marketplace for renting trucks. They offer services on digital platforms called truck manager for fleet management, business software, accounting, and maintenance.
Ambler
Series A in 2020
Ambler is a startup founded in 2018 by experts in digital and so-called "marketplace" models 100% French, the company enjoys the support of public authorities (Wilco-ex Scientipôle) and the support of prestigious private investors , including Partech, Idinvest Partners, Kima Ventures. The startup is developing technologies to help match the supply and demand of medical transports. It aggregates, thanks to win-win partnerships, a considerable fleet of vehicles and offers unparalleled deliverability for contractors. Ambler is the only solution capable, nationwide, of absorbing the constant growth of health transport flows induced by demographic and regulatory factors (reform of regional hospital groups).
Shipup
Series A in 2020
Shipup is a technology company that specializes in enhancing the post-purchase experience for online retailers by providing a comprehensive package tracking platform. This platform allows e-merchants to monitor parcel deliveries and report any delivery issues. Shipup facilitates proactive and branded shipping notifications at every stage of the delivery process, ensuring that customers are kept informed. Additionally, the service automates refunds for late or undelivered packages, thereby improving customer satisfaction and loyalty. By transforming delivery into a key aspect of marketing and customer success, Shipup helps e-commerce businesses create a more engaging and efficient experience for their customers.
BOKS
Seed Round in 2020
Boks is a transport and logistics company focused on providing innovative package delivery solutions. The company has developed a unique system that offers an alternative to traditional parcel delivery methods. This system is managed through a mobile application and operates independently of electrical or internet connections, ensuring maximum functionality and security within a compact design. Boks aims to enhance the parcel receiving experience by providing users with a safe and intelligent parcel box, allowing for secure delivery in various locations such as homes, buildings, and offices.
Shippeo
Series B in 2020
Shippeo is a technology company specializing in real-time transportation visibility for supply chains. Founded in 2014, it offers a platform that allows shippers, carriers, and 4PLs to track deliveries and communicate proactively with end customers. The platform integrates with various data sources, including transportation management systems and telematics products, to provide real-time location data and delivery tracking. With a proprietary algorithm, Shippeo calculates estimated arrival times, helping businesses lower transportation costs, enhance customer satisfaction, and promote sustainable operations. The company tracks over 40,000 deliveries monthly across Europe, serving notable clients such as Leroy Merlin, Saint-Gobain, and Faurecia, and connects with more than 600 carriers.
Shopopop
Venture Round in 2020
Shopopop is a collaborative delivery platform that facilitates the connection between individuals looking to deliver groceries and those in need of home delivery services. The platform allows users to turn their daily journeys into profitable opportunities by delivering items for others in exchange for a small fee. By linking vendors with customers, Shopopop aims to streamline the process of grocery delivery, ensuring that users receive their purchases conveniently at home without complications. This innovative approach not only enhances local commerce but also promotes a shared economy, benefiting both deliverers and recipients.
Groupe Blondel
Private Equity Round in 2019
Groupe Blondel specializes in freight transportation and logistics services, offering comprehensive supply chain solutions tailored to both regional clients and international industrial companies. The company also provides aeronautical logistics services, positioning itself as a versatile partner in the logistics sector. Through its diverse offerings, Groupe Blondel aims to meet the evolving needs of its customers while ensuring efficient and reliable transportation of goods.
Traxens
Series C in 2019
Traxens is a provider of supply chain tracking services that offers comprehensive data and analytics to enhance visibility into container transport and logistics. The company focuses on delivering precise and timely information on containers and their transporters, enabling stakeholders in multi-modal transport to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize investments. Through a dedicated three-year research and development program, Traxens has developed advanced technology for cost-effective, durable, and autonomous devices capable of capturing and transmitting real-time data from anywhere in the world. This innovative approach allows Traxens to transform logistics data into actionable insights, benefiting a wide range of customers in the supply chain industry.
OVRSEA
Seed Round in 2019
OVRSEA is a digital freight forwarder using cutting-edge technologies to provide a transparent and reliable service in global trade. The company provides its clients with industry expertise and high end-to-end visibility to meet their needs across all transport stages, from loading to customs declarations, on the sea, air, road, and rail. It allows benefiting from negotiated rates and guaranteed capacity every week by relying on its network and negotiating exceptional sea and air allocations. OVRSEA organizes international freight transports and provides with simplicity, reliability, and transparency through technology and dedicated teams.
TrucksMe
Debt Financing in 2019
TrucksMe is an online marketplace for renting trucks. They offer services on digital platforms called truck manager for fleet management, business software, accounting, and maintenance.
Capte
Grant in 2018
Capte is a technology company that specializes in developing and integrating Internet of Things (IoT) solutions for various industries, with a focus on transportation and marine sectors. The company's core business involves creating predictive monitoring and fleet management technologies that enable real-time telemetry, vehicle diagnostics, and predictive maintenance. By leveraging these solutions, Capte helps transit agencies and fleet operators reduce vehicle downtime, optimize performance, and lower operational costs, ultimately facilitating the transition towards more efficient and sustainable transportation systems.
Texelis
Venture Round in 2018
Texelis is a manufacturer based in Limoges, France, specializing in the design and distribution of ground linking and power transmission systems for heavy vehicles. Established in 1939, the company employs around 350 people and focuses on drivetrains, including axles and road links. Texelis offers maintenance and support programs for its products, ensuring optimal performance throughout their operational life. The company serves a diverse range of clients in sectors such as rail transport, metros, trams, armored vehicles, and heavy trucks, contributing to the enhancement of mobility in these critical areas.
Blue Valet
Venture Round in 2018
Blue Valet is a French company founded in 2015, based in Mérignac, that specializes in online valet parking services for airports and train stations. The company offers a user-friendly platform that allows travelers to conveniently book valet parking, providing a stress-free and economical solution for both leisure and business customers. By catering to major mobility hubs, Blue Valet aims to enhance the travel experience, ensuring that clients can access their destinations without hassle.
EasyMile
Series B in 2018
EasyMile SAS, established in 2014 and headquartered in Toulouse, France, with offices in Singapore and Denver, USA, specializes in manufacturing and operating driverless, electric autonomous vehicles for smart mobility solutions. The company's flagship product, the EZ10, is a driverless shuttle capable of transporting up to 12 passengers over short distances, serving urban and suburban areas. EasyMile partners with leading manufacturers to integrate its award-winning, safety-focused technology, offering innovative mobility options to clients such as transport operators, city authorities, airports, corporations, and universities worldwide.
Qucit
Venture Round in 2018
Qucit, also known as Quantified Cities, focuses on enhancing urban living through data and artificial intelligence. Recognizing the challenges posed by growing urban populations, the company develops a logistics optimization platform that supports shared mobility systems. By utilizing a data-driven approach, Qucit automates vehicle deployment and rebalancing, thereby optimizing operational costs and resource allocation for urban operators. The platform also models human behaviors using diverse urban data, helping to streamline shared mobility solutions. Ultimately, Qucit aims to empower cities to manage the increasing demand for services effectively, contributing to more livable and sustainable urban environments.
Eelway
Seed Round in 2018
Eelway is a luggage storage and transfer service operating in Paris, facilitating seamless travel experiences for both residents and visitors. The company offers long and short-term luggage storage, as well as door-to-airport and door-to-station baggage transfer. Eelway caters to various needs by collecting, storing, and delivering luggage of any size from locations such as airports, train stations, hotels, and private residences within the Parisian region. Their innovative baggage management platform ensures a comprehensive service that includes delivery, storage, and collection, with plans to introduce remote baggage check-in in the future. By alleviating the burden of luggage, Eelway enhances the overall travel experience, allowing customers to focus on enjoying their time in Paris.
Tecmaplast
Private Equity Round in 2018
TECMAPLAST Group specializes in the thermoplastic transformation through injection molding, serving the automotive, electrical, and rail sectors. The company primarily focuses on the automotive industry, providing a variety of components including parts for the passenger compartment, engine components, suspension bearings, and elements for heating and air conditioning systems. Through its expertise in design engineering and production, TECMAPLAST delivers both technical and aesthetic thermoplastic parts tailored to meet industry demands.
Izifret
Pre Seed Round in 2017
Izifret is a digital freight platform designed to enhance global freight transport efficiency by connecting shippers with carriers through the use of artificial intelligence. The platform offers a comprehensive overview of available transport options and their respective prices, allowing shippers to make informed decisions. Users can track the routing of their shipments and geolocate drivers in real-time via the application. Additionally, Izifret provides easy access to all relevant invoices and transport documents, streamlining the shipping process. By facilitating timely connections and providing transparent pricing, Izifret aims to save time for both shippers and carriers while ensuring quality service in the logistics industry.
VuLog
Series B in 2017
Vulog specializes in technology solutions for shared mobility services, offering a comprehensive platform that includes advanced fleet management tools, consumer-facing mobile applications, and connected vehicle technology. This enables the rapid launch of large-scale fleets, allowing mobility service providers to optimize their operations and enhance user experiences. The company supports various clients, including WeShare, Wible, Free2Move, Aimo, and Evo, by leveraging its expertise in artificial intelligence to anticipate user demand and optimize fleet balancing. Vulog's innovative approach aims to reshape urban transportation and encourage efficient travel options.
Parkopoly
Seed Round in 2017
Parkopoly is develops and operates a mobile application that connects drivers with customers for vehicle delivery from the car dealers and car delivery to and from the garage.
Stanley Robotics
Venture Round in 2017
Stanley Robotics SAS, established in 2015 and based in Paris, France, specializes in designing and developing an innovative outdoor valet parking robot named Stan. This autonomous platform enhances the parking experience for travelers at airports by allowing users to drop off their vehicles in secure, well-lit cabins. After confirming their booking and flight details, customers can proceed to catch their flights while Stan efficiently picks up and parks their vehicles in designated spots. The system is designed to integrate seamlessly with airport logistics, requiring minimal infrastructure changes. It prioritizes user experience by eliminating the need for customers to search for parking spaces or shuttle services, thus saving them time and effort. Furthermore, the user-friendly kiosks facilitate quick input of booking and flight information, accommodating those with reduced mobility, ensuring a secure and hassle-free parking experience.
Ector
Seed Round in 2017
Ector is a parking assistance platform designed to simplify the parking experience for travelers. Recognizing the challenges of urban parking, the company offers a service where clients can leave their cars with valets at airports or train stations. Ector's platform ensures that vehicles are safely parked in nearby facilities, where they are cleaned and checked during the owner's absence. This service alleviates the stress of finding parking and allows travelers to enjoy a seamless journey from their homes to their destinations. By addressing the common frustrations associated with parking, Ector promotes convenience and peace of mind for car owners who prefer to drive despite the increasing popularity of alternative transportation methods.
Blue Valet
Venture Round in 2017
Blue Valet is a French company founded in 2015, based in Mérignac, that specializes in online valet parking services for airports and train stations. The company offers a user-friendly platform that allows travelers to conveniently book valet parking, providing a stress-free and economical solution for both leisure and business customers. By catering to major mobility hubs, Blue Valet aims to enhance the travel experience, ensuring that clients can access their destinations without hassle.
Chronotruck
Venture Round in 2017
Chronotruck aims to establish itself as a leader in Europe by minimizing empty journeys for transport carriers and serving as a primary platform for shippers to arrange shipments. The company offers logistics services with geo-tagged vehicles, enabling real-time tracking of shipments. By connecting shippers with delivery offers near available vehicles, Chronotruck enhances profitability for shippers and fosters a marketplace that facilitates direct interactions between customers and service providers. This approach not only streamlines the logistics process but also contributes to reducing inefficiencies in transportation.
DRUST
Series A in 2016
Drust specializes in providing car service companies with a range of solutions and technologies to develop their own connected car offerings. Their products include ready-to-use telematics tools such as APIs, driver apps, dashboards, and dongles, as well as customized development services. Drust also features a unique platform, DRIVELAB, which allows for experimentation with connected car features in real-time with actual drivers. The company's focus is on delivering driver-oriented services that offer insights into vehicle performance and driving habits, aiming to enhance safety, reduce costs, and promote a more enjoyable driving experience.
Drivy
Series B in 2016
Drivy, established in 2010 and headquartered in Paris, France, operates as a leading car rental marketplace in Europe. The company's core business involves connecting individuals or legal entities with idle cars to renters seeking short-term vehicle use via an online platform and mobile application. Drivy facilitates seamless transactions, including a comprehensive insurance coverage for safe rentals, and offers a full mobile experience, from booking to check-in and check-out. Recently, the company introduced Drivy Open, enabling self-service rentals using smartphones. As of 2019, Drivy operates as a subsidiary of Getaround, Inc.
Delair
Series A in 2016
Delair is a prominent provider of visual intelligence solutions that help enterprises capture, manage, and analyze their assets. Founded in 2011 by aerospace industry experts, the company combines high-performance unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) hardware with its advanced platform, delair.ai, to facilitate a comprehensive visual intelligence workflow that includes data management and analytics. Delair's solutions are utilized across more than 70 countries and are supported by a network of over 100 resellers in various industries, including mining, construction, agriculture, oil and gas, utilities, and transportation. The company has enhanced its market position through strategic acquisitions and investments, employing approximately 180 people with offices located in Toulouse, Paris, Los Angeles, and Singapore.
Groupe Blondel
Funding Round in 2015
Groupe Blondel specializes in freight transportation and logistics services, offering comprehensive supply chain solutions tailored to both regional clients and international industrial companies. The company also provides aeronautical logistics services, positioning itself as a versatile partner in the logistics sector. Through its diverse offerings, Groupe Blondel aims to meet the evolving needs of its customers while ensuring efficient and reliable transportation of goods.
Drivy
Series A in 2015
Drivy, established in 2010 and headquartered in Paris, France, operates as a leading car rental marketplace in Europe. The company's core business involves connecting individuals or legal entities with idle cars to renters seeking short-term vehicle use via an online platform and mobile application. Drivy facilitates seamless transactions, including a comprehensive insurance coverage for safe rentals, and offers a full mobile experience, from booking to check-in and check-out. Recently, the company introduced Drivy Open, enabling self-service rentals using smartphones. As of 2019, Drivy operates as a subsidiary of Getaround, Inc.
COMPIN
Private Equity Round in 2015
COMPIN is an interior architect specializing in the design and manufacture of seating and interior fittings for passenger train carriages and city buses. The company focuses on creating functional and comfortable environments for public transportation, offering a range of products that include air-conditioning systems, lighting, ceilings, and luggage racks. By enhancing the interiors of these vehicles, COMPIN aims to improve the overall passenger experience in urban transit systems.
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