Supernova 2

Supernova Invest, established in 1999, is a Paris-based private equity and venture capital firm with additional offices in Grenoble. It manages a €800m fund, Supernova 2, founded in 2017. The firm specializes in early-stage investments, focusing on deep technology companies across sectors such as healthcare, industry 4.0, energy & environment, and digital technologies. It provides patient capital and expertise to support high-growth startups, with a track record of successful exits through IPOs and M&As. Supernova Invest partners with CEA Investissement to offer startups access to the CEA network and services.

Cécile Benet

Investment Director

Lucille Benoît

Analyst

Alexandre Biau

Investment Director

Alexandre Biau

Investment Director

Damien Bretegnier

Investment Director

Carole Cazassus

Investment Director

Pascal-André Chenal

Investment Manager

Alexandre Cordier

Analyst

Julien Cristiani

Partner

Arthur Falinower

Analyst

Marine Glon

Investment Director

Celia Hart

General Partner

Claude-Sebastien Lerbourg

Investment Director

Etienne Moreau

Partner

Arthur Puig

Associate

Romain Sautrau

Investment Director

Remi Spagnol

Investment Director

Pierre-Emmanuel Struyven

President and Managing Partner

Michaël Thomas

Partner

Michael Thomas

Investment Director

Nicolas Topuz

Analyst

Gregoire Viot

CFO

Claude-Sebastien Lerbourg

Investment Director

Pascal-andré Chenal

Investment Director

Past deals in Electronics

Wattalps

Series A in 2024
Wattalps specializes in developing lithium power systems aimed at providing affordable battery solutions for small and medium series applications. The company's products prioritize passive safety, cooling efficiency, long life, and cell protection, facilitating the integration of these systems into vehicles and charging stations. With a focus on creating standard and modular designs, Wattalps aims to simplify installation processes, making them both fast and cost-effective. By advancing these technologies, the company contributes to the broader adoption of electric vehicles and sustainable transportation solutions.

Wise Integration

Series B in 2024
Developer of generative adversarial network integrated circuits and digital control specializing in power electronics based on gallium nitride technology designed to miniaturize power supplies and improve energy efficiency. The company's product can be used in chargers, power supplies for e-mobility, industrial applications, personal computer chargers, and data centers as well as offers efficiency and high-power-density alternating current and direct current converters and reliability for better usage, enabling clients to optimize system integration with reduced cost and size.

Cambridge Mechatronics

Venture Round in 2024
Cambridge Mechatronics Ltd. is a technology design and engineering company based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, specializing in the development of mechatronic systems for mobile phone and consumer electronics markets. Founded in 1995, the company focuses on creating innovative products using Shape Memory Alloy actuators, which enable functionalities such as optical image stabilization and high-resolution autofocus in smartphone cameras. In addition to camera systems, Cambridge Mechatronics produces Dynasonix 3D audio products and Digital Sound Projectors, which direct sound beams to enhance audio experiences. The company has developed a significant intellectual property portfolio, including over 100 granted patents, and collaborates with global manufacturing partners to bring its cutting-edge technologies from concept to mass production.

Vulkam

Venture Round in 2023
Vulkam SAS is a microtechnology company based in Saint-Martin-d'Hères, France, that specializes in the design, development, and production of amorphous metal parts. Founded in 2017, Vulkam utilizes biocompatible amorphous metal alloys primarily composed of materials such as zirconium, copper, hafnium, nickel, and titanium. The company's innovative products find applications across various industries, including aerospace, automotive, biomedical, cryogenic, watches, jewellery, and micro components. Vulkam's focus on creating micromechanical parts that are significantly smaller yet maintain strength and functionality sets a new standard in metallurgy and metal processing, positioning the company as a leader in the development of advanced metal technologies.

Aledia

Venture Round in 2023
Aledia SA, established in 2011, specializes in the development and manufacturing of light-emitting diodes (LEDs). The company's proprietary technology involves a 3D architecture using gallium-nitride-on-silicon microwires, enabling cost-effective production of LED chips at 25% the cost of traditional planar LED chips. Aledia's products cater to general lighting, automotive, and display applications, with a focus on mobile displays and microdisplays for AR/VR devices. Headquartered in Grenoble, France, the company has subsidiaries in Malacca, Malaysia, and Palo Alto, California.

BeFC Bioenzymatic Fuel Cells

Series A in 2023
BeFC Bioenzymatic Fuel Cells is a company based in Grenoble, France, founded in 2020, that specializes in developing eco-friendly energy solutions. The company focuses on creating paper-based, ultra-thin, flexible, and miniature bioenzymatic fuel cell systems designed for sustainable energy generation. These innovative devices provide a safer alternative to traditional button or coin cell batteries, which are often difficult to recycle and environmentally harmful. BeFC's technology aims to address the growing need for sustainable power sources in disposable medical and wearable devices, facilitating the advancement of single-use applications while minimizing ecological impact. Additionally, its fuel cells present new opportunities for low-power applications in health monitoring, logistics, and the Internet of Things (IoT).

Aniah

Series A in 2022
Aniah specializes in providing an integrated circuit (IC) verification tool designed to identify and rectify electrical errors in chip designs efficiently. The company's platform conducts a comprehensive analysis at the transistor level, ensuring that all potential power states are covered in a single run. This approach allows users to concentrate on genuine errors rather than sifting through false positives. Aniah's technology delivers relevant results within seconds, empowering engineers to enhance their designs continuously and expedite the sign-off process. By minimizing the risk of electrical errors early in the design phase, Aniah supports semiconductor projects and improves overall workflow efficiency for its clients.

Terakalis

Series A in 2022
Terakalis is a company that specializes in the development of non-destructive testing equipment focused on material analysis and industrial process control. Established through a technological partnership in 2012 with the Charles Coulomb laboratory, Terakalis harnesses TeraHertz electromagnetic waves for its innovative solutions. The company offers a range of both generic and custom-made products designed to inspect internal defects and assess the physical and chemical properties of materials. By providing integrated line-of-production systems and portable alternatives, Terakalis enables businesses to enhance their operational efficiency and quality assurance in various industrial applications.

Microoled

Series A in 2020
Microoled is a French company specializing in the development and manufacturing of microdisplays for mobile near-to-eye viewing devices. Established in 2007 and headquartered in Grenoble, the company focuses on creating AMOLED displays and optical modules that cater to various sectors, including consumer electronics, medical applications, and security. Microoled's product range encompasses video glasses, head-mounted sports devices, and camera viewfinders, among other professional equipment. By addressing customer needs and anticipating market demands, Microoled aims to enhance user experiences across diverse applications.

BeFC Bioenzymatic Fuel Cells

Seed Round in 2020
BeFC Bioenzymatic Fuel Cells is a company based in Grenoble, France, founded in 2020, that specializes in developing eco-friendly energy solutions. The company focuses on creating paper-based, ultra-thin, flexible, and miniature bioenzymatic fuel cell systems designed for sustainable energy generation. These innovative devices provide a safer alternative to traditional button or coin cell batteries, which are often difficult to recycle and environmentally harmful. BeFC's technology aims to address the growing need for sustainable power sources in disposable medical and wearable devices, facilitating the advancement of single-use applications while minimizing ecological impact. Additionally, its fuel cells present new opportunities for low-power applications in health monitoring, logistics, and the Internet of Things (IoT).

Vulkam

Series A in 2020
Vulkam SAS is a microtechnology company based in Saint-Martin-d'Hères, France, that specializes in the design, development, and production of amorphous metal parts. Founded in 2017, Vulkam utilizes biocompatible amorphous metal alloys primarily composed of materials such as zirconium, copper, hafnium, nickel, and titanium. The company's innovative products find applications across various industries, including aerospace, automotive, biomedical, cryogenic, watches, jewellery, and micro components. Vulkam's focus on creating micromechanical parts that are significantly smaller yet maintain strength and functionality sets a new standard in metallurgy and metal processing, positioning the company as a leader in the development of advanced metal technologies.

Terakalis

Seed Round in 2018
Terakalis is a company that specializes in the development of non-destructive testing equipment focused on material analysis and industrial process control. Established through a technological partnership in 2012 with the Charles Coulomb laboratory, Terakalis harnesses TeraHertz electromagnetic waves for its innovative solutions. The company offers a range of both generic and custom-made products designed to inspect internal defects and assess the physical and chemical properties of materials. By providing integrated line-of-production systems and portable alternatives, Terakalis enables businesses to enhance their operational efficiency and quality assurance in various industrial applications.

Aledia

Series C in 2018
Aledia SA, established in 2011, specializes in the development and manufacturing of light-emitting diodes (LEDs). The company's proprietary technology involves a 3D architecture using gallium-nitride-on-silicon microwires, enabling cost-effective production of LED chips at 25% the cost of traditional planar LED chips. Aledia's products cater to general lighting, automotive, and display applications, with a focus on mobile displays and microdisplays for AR/VR devices. Headquartered in Grenoble, France, the company has subsidiaries in Malacca, Malaysia, and Palo Alto, California.
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