Vay
Debt Financing in 2024
Vay is a Berlin-based deep technology company that is on track to launch the first driverless, safety-certified, commercial fleet on European public streets. The company aims to revolutionize urban transportation by enabling remote-controlled cars, offering a safer, more efficient solution for ride-hailing and vehicle-sharing services. Vay’s unique approach blends the advantages of self-driving technology with human supervision to ensure safety and adaptability in complex driving environments. Their goal is to reduce urban congestion, cut emissions, and make mobility more sustainable while providing a seamless transportation experience for users.
ROCSYS
Debt Financing in 2023
ROCSYS is a technology company focused on automating electric vehicle (EV) charging sites, aiming to enhance the efficiency of EV infrastructure operations. By leveraging proprietary soft-robotics technologies and integrating computer vision, ROCSYS enables fleet operators to optimize asset utilization and conduct essential operations sustainably. The company's solutions are designed to prepare for the future of autonomous vehicles, incorporating remote management tools and an API integration platform to address the evolving demands of the industry. Through its innovative approach, ROCSYS plays a crucial role in advancing clean transportation by making EV charging more efficient and autonomous.
Sensible 4
Debt Financing in 2022
Sensible4 is an autonomous driving software company founded in 2017 and headquartered in Espoo, Southern Finland. The company specializes in developing self-driving vehicle technology that operates efficiently in changing weather conditions and does not rely on lane markings. By leveraging advanced AI sensor fusion, Sensible4's solutions are designed for low energy consumption and minimal resource requirements. The company aims to integrate autonomous shuttle fleets into existing urban transportation systems, enhancing last-mile transport for both goods and people. Sensible4 provides its expertise to vehicle manufacturers, automotive suppliers, cities, and mobile operators, focusing on delivering reliable and safe autonomous driving solutions across various vehicle types.
Starship Technologies
Debt Financing in 2022
Starship Technologies, Inc. is a robotics company that specializes in the design and manufacture of self-driving delivery robots intended for local goods transportation. Founded in 2014, the company is headquartered in London, United Kingdom, with a research and development center in Estonia. Its autonomous robots are capable of delivering parcels, groceries, and food within a 30-minute timeframe, operating autonomously 99% of the time. These robots utilize a suite of sensors, including cameras and GPS, to ensure safe and efficient curb-side deliveries from local hubs. Starship Technologies aims to revolutionize the delivery process by providing convenient services that enhance everyday life while promoting environmentally friendly practices and reducing costs associated with local deliveries.
TTTech Auto
Debt Financing in 2020
TTTech Auto is a company that specializes in platform products and services aimed at enhancing system safety and security for software-defined vehicles. It develops a safety software platform designed for real-time control applications, which plays a crucial role in advancing driver assistance systems and fully automated driving. The company offers automotive software solutions, in-vehicle communication systems, and safety consulting services. Additionally, TTTech Auto addresses the technical challenges associated with complex vehicle electronics, enabling car manufacturers to achieve modularity, portability, and standardized interfaces. Through its innovative offerings, the company contributes significantly to the evolution of automotive technology, particularly in the realm of automation and safety.
Robart
Debt Financing in 2020
Robart is an Austrian high-tech start-up established in 2009, dedicated to developing autonomous mobile robots for both consumer and industrial applications using its proprietary Artificial Intelligence Control Unit (AICU) technology. The company aims to democratize robotics with the vision of integrating robots into everyday life, focusing on creating low-cost solutions that empower industry leaders to innovate in the robotic product space. Robart's robots are designed to enhance user experience by detecting obstacles and navigating complex home environments, offering functionalities such as smart cleaning and mopping. By addressing current limitations in consumer robotics, Robart emphasizes precise task execution, robust functionality, and intuitive user interaction, positioning itself at the forefront of next-generation intelligent robotics.
Navya SA is a prominent French company specializing in autonomous vehicle technology and smart shared mobility solutions. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Villeurbanne, France, Navya develops, manufactures, and services a range of driverless electric vehicles, including autonomous shuttles and cabs. The company primarily caters to municipalities, industrial sites, universities, theme parks, and airports, and its products are available in the United States, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific regions. Navya has been a pioneer in the autonomous mobility sector, launching its first shuttle, the AUTONOM®SHUTTLE, in 2015, with over 100 units produced and sold in multiple countries. The AUTONOM®CAB, introduced in 2017, is set to undergo road tests soon. With a workforce of more than 200 employees in France and the United States, Navya combines advanced robotic and digital technologies to deliver innovative mobility solutions.
Canatu, established in Finland, specializes in developing and manufacturing advanced carbon nanotube (CNT) products. With over a decade of experience, the company focuses on creating high-quality, customizable CNTs for various industries. Canatu's portfolio includes EUV pellicles, debris filters, and optical filters for the semiconductor sector, and film heaters for de-icing LiDAR and camera sensors in the automotive industry, facilitating autonomous driving in diverse weather conditions. The company also produces transparent conductive films and touch sensors. Canatu partners with leading companies to transform products using its nano carbon solutions, ensuring consistent quality and versatility. It maintains headquarters in Finland and sales offices in the U.S., Japan, and Taiwan.