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.
Director of Transverse Venture Capital Investments Division
Benoit Barteau Ph.D
Investment Director
Nicolas Berdou
Investment Director, Defense Expert
Clarisse Blandin
Investment Director
Elyssa Maufras du Châtellier
Investment Director
Edouard Combette
Investment Director
Charlotte Corbaz
Investment Drector - Large Venture
Sofia Dahoune
Associate
Nicolas Dardenne
Senior Investment Director, Normandy (Caen Rouen)
Arnaud Despoisse
Director of Occitanie Participations
Nicolas Dufourcq
CEO
Mailys Ferrere
Director of Large Venture Investments
Romain Fourcade
Investment Director
Paul-Francois Fournier
Executive Director, Innovation Department
Vanessa Giraud
Director of Environmental Impact Funds
Alessandro Gonella
Director
Gwenael Hamon
Investment Director
Laurent Higueret
Senior Investment Director, Healthcare and Life Sciences - Large Venture Fund
Veronique Jacq
Head of Digital Venture team
Louis Janneau
Investment Director and Fund Manager
Magali Joessel
Director of Funds
So-Yeon Koo
Senior Investment Manager
Jérôme Langlade
Investment Director Aquitaine / Limousin / Poitou-Charentes
Eric Lefebvre
Director
Stephane Lefevre-Sauli
Senior Investment Director
Arnaud Legardeur
Investment Director
Olivier Martinez
Investment Director
Serge Mesguich
Director of FIT
Louis Molis
Investment Director
Jean-Francois Morin
Investment Director
Sébastien Moynot
Director
Adrien Muller
Investment Director
Adrien Neel
Investment Director
Axel Piriou
Director of Investments
Olivier Rameil
Senior Investment Director / VC seed
Vincent Roque
Director
Thibaut Roulon Ph.D
Investment Director
Gilles Schang
Deputy Managing Director
Bruno Villeneuve
Associate
Jean-Marie Fougeray
Senior Investment Director, Brittany
Laure Michel
Investment Director
Past deals in Electric Vehicle
Midipile Mobility
Seed Round in 2024
Midipile Mobility is a B2B subscription-based turnkey service for logistics professionals. They target middle mile and last mile deliveries. Their service is built on a new type of vehicle: 4 wheels, closed body, solar, 45 km/h (28 mph). It includes fleet management tools (SaaS), insurance, maintenance and assistance. Midipile is a low-carbon alternative to delivery trucks independent from the grid thanks to free solar energy and battery swapping solution. Their services offers the guarantee of better profitability combined with a unique user experience and a controlled and quantified carbon footprint.
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.
Temo
Series A in 2024
Temo specializes in the manufacturing of portable electric motors designed for small watercraft, including dinghies, sailing boats, and rowboats. The company's products are characterized by their lightweight design and ease of installation, allowing users to enhance their boating experience with efficient outboard electric propulsion systems. By focusing on user-friendly solutions, Temo aims to meet the needs of recreational boaters seeking reliable and convenient alternatives to traditional motor systems.
Electra
Series B in 2024
Electra is an electric vehicle charging company that deploys and operates charging points for electric vehicles. It also provides an application where car owners can reserve a charging station and view the estimated charging time for the vehicle from the dedicated information dashboard. It allows electric car users to charge their vehicles quickly and reduce carbon emissions and pollution.
B2eBike
Venture Round in 2023
B2eBike, founded in 2016 and based in Lyon, France, specializes in the manufacture of electric bikes, offering a range of products including the B2 city and B2 boost models. The company focuses on providing comprehensive electric bicycle fleet solutions for businesses and communities, positioning itself as a viable alternative for transitioning to sustainable transportation. Through its innovative approach, B2eBike aims to promote the adoption of electric bicycles as a practical and eco-friendly mode of transport.
Angell
Seed Round in 2023
Angell is a manufacturer of electric bicycles focused on transforming urban mobility. The company offers one of the lightest e-bikes on the market, featuring a rounded aluminum frame and a carbon rim for an ultra-light structure. Its innovative design includes a smart cockpit with a touchscreen that displays essential information such as battery level, speed, distance traveled, weather, pollution levels, and riding modes. Additionally, Angell's e-bike is equipped with a sophisticated safety system that provides vibrating navigation assistance, a fall alert, and an anti-theft alarm. By integrating advanced technology into its bicycles, Angell aims to enhance the everyday life of urban commuters.
Mob-Energy
Series A in 2023
Mob-Energy is a privately held company founded in 2018 and based in Villeurbanne, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. The company specializes in developing innovative mobile charging solutions for electric vehicles. Its autonomous charging robots are designed to optimize existing infrastructure by storing energy in second-life batteries installed in parking facilities. These robots can autonomously move to vehicles that request a charge, providing a convenient and efficient way for clients to power their parked cars. Through its technology, Mob-Energy aims to enhance the accessibility and usability of electric vehicle charging systems.
Staryay
Venture Round in 2023
Starway is speciaized in the designing and marketing of electric bicycles.
Ascendance
Venture Round in 2023
Founded in 2018 by four ex-Airbus engineers: Jean-Christophe Lambert, Thibault Baldivia, Clément Dinel and Benoît Ferran, Ascendance is an industrial start-up with a mission to decarbonise aviation. Based in the heart of Toulouse, the European capital of aviation, it has developed and markets two products: an innovative hybrid-electric propulsion system ‘Sterna’, and a hybrid-electic vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft powered by Sterna technology, ‘Atea’.
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.
Anyos
Seed Round in 2023
Anyos is a manufacturing company specializing in the development, installation, and maintenance of charging stations for electric vehicles. The company focuses on providing comprehensive charging solutions, including the installation of digital charging systems and ongoing maintenance services. By offering a complete electric charging infrastructure, Anyos aims to support the growing demand for sustainable transportation options and facilitate the transition to electric mobility.
Exotrail
Series B in 2023
Exotrail specializes in electric propulsion solutions for small satellites, providing advanced Hall Effect Thrusters designed to enhance the agility and efficiency of satellite constellations. Founded in 2015 by David Henri, Jean-Luc Maria, Paul Lascombes, and Nicolas Heitz in Palaiseau, Ile-de-France, the company aims to revolutionize sectors such as telecommunications, earth observation, and space science. Exotrail's technology allows for greater flexibility in satellite deployment, enabling clients to access new orbits, extend operational lifespans, and optimize service performance. The company's focus on small satellite propulsion contributes to reducing space pollution while facilitating more effective satellite operations in orbit.
Verkor
Funding Round in 2022
Verkor is a manufacturer of battery cells dedicated to producing low-carbon batteries to meet the rising demand for electric vehicles. The company emphasizes the development of batteries that have a significantly smaller carbon footprint compared to traditional options, which not only reduces overall emissions but also lowers logistics costs. By utilizing carbon-free electricity in its production processes, Verkor aims to provide businesses with affordable battery solutions that align with sustainability goals.
Qair Innovation
Venture Round in 2022
Qair Innovation is an Independent Power Producer (IPP) that develops, builds, and operates renewable energy generation assets. With a portfolio totaling 860 MW, the company focuses on various forms of energy, including wind, solar, hydroelectric, and green hydrogen. Qair operates across multiple regions, including Africa, South-East Asia, South America, and Europe, tailoring its projects to align with both global and local strategies specific to each territory.
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.
Solstyce
Venture Round in 2021
Solstyce is a Paris-based provider of energy transition and environmental innovation solutions. The company offers a wide range of services, including photovoltaic systems, electric mobility solutions, insulation, waterproofing, and carbon performance initiatives. By focusing on the evolving needs of clients, Solstyce serves as a comprehensive resource for environmental innovation. With a team of experts dedicated to developing advanced solutions, the company aids clients in optimizing energy usage, minimizing their carbon footprint, and enhancing the sustainability of their operations. Whether through the installation of rooftop solar panels, insulation services, or electric vehicle charging solutions, Solstyce delivers tailored approaches to meet the specific requirements of each client.
EasyMile
Series B in 2021
EasyMile SAS, founded in 2014 and headquartered in Toulouse, France, specializes in autonomous vehicle technology and smart mobility solutions for urban and suburban environments. The company manufactures driverless electric vehicles, notably the EZ10, which facilitate transportation for passengers and goods in various settings, including residential areas, business parks, and campuses. EasyMile collaborates with major manufacturers to enhance their vehicles with advanced safety features and innovative technology designed for immediate deployment. Its client base includes prominent transport operators, city authorities, airports, corporations, and educational institutions. In addition to its presence in France, EasyMile has offices in Singapore and Denver, and it works with value-added resellers in regions such as Japan and the Middle East. The company aims to revolutionize traditional transportation methods by providing new mobility options that are efficient and safe.
Dab Motors
Seed Round in 2020
Dab Motors is a designer and manufacturer of electric motorcycles based in Bayonne, France. The company focuses on creating sustainable mobility solutions that offer innovative features for riders seeking new experiences on the road. By embracing intelligent disruption, Dab Motors sets itself apart from traditional motorcycle manufacturers, catering to the growing demand for eco-friendly transportation options.
McPhy Energy
Post in 2020
McPhy Energy S.A. is a French cleantech company based in La Motte, established in 2008. It specializes in developing and supplying equipment for hydrogen production, storage, and distribution, catering to the hydrogen energy, zero-emission mobility, and industrial hydrogen markets globally. The company's product portfolio includes alkaline electrolyzers that facilitate hydrogen production in various capacities, as well as innovative solid-state hydrogen storage solutions. Additionally, McPhy designs and manufactures hydrogen refueling stations and integrated hydrogen solutions, positioning itself as a key player in the transition towards sustainable energy systems.
Exotrail
Series A in 2020
Exotrail specializes in electric propulsion solutions for small satellites, providing advanced Hall Effect Thrusters designed to enhance the agility and efficiency of satellite constellations. Founded in 2015 by David Henri, Jean-Luc Maria, Paul Lascombes, and Nicolas Heitz in Palaiseau, Ile-de-France, the company aims to revolutionize sectors such as telecommunications, earth observation, and space science. Exotrail's technology allows for greater flexibility in satellite deployment, enabling clients to access new orbits, extend operational lifespans, and optimize service performance. The company's focus on small satellite propulsion contributes to reducing space pollution while facilitating more effective satellite operations in orbit.
stations-e
Debt Financing in 2019
Stations-e is a operator of charging stations intended to provide charging service to electric vehicle owners. The company provides deployment of sustainable mobility stations without using public funds, enabling customers and municipalities to develop the use of electric vehicles and streamline and simplify communication procedures using blockchain technology.
Ascendance
Grant in 2019
Founded in 2018 by four ex-Airbus engineers: Jean-Christophe Lambert, Thibault Baldivia, Clément Dinel and Benoît Ferran, Ascendance is an industrial start-up with a mission to decarbonise aviation. Based in the heart of Toulouse, the European capital of aviation, it has developed and markets two products: an innovative hybrid-electric propulsion system ‘Sterna’, and a hybrid-electic vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft powered by Sterna technology, ‘Atea’.
Exotrail
Seed Round in 2018
Exotrail specializes in electric propulsion solutions for small satellites, providing advanced Hall Effect Thrusters designed to enhance the agility and efficiency of satellite constellations. Founded in 2015 by David Henri, Jean-Luc Maria, Paul Lascombes, and Nicolas Heitz in Palaiseau, Ile-de-France, the company aims to revolutionize sectors such as telecommunications, earth observation, and space science. Exotrail's technology allows for greater flexibility in satellite deployment, enabling clients to access new orbits, extend operational lifespans, and optimize service performance. The company's focus on small satellite propulsion contributes to reducing space pollution while facilitating more effective satellite operations in orbit.
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.
EZ Wheel
Series B in 2015
ez-Wheel SAS is an innovative technology company founded in 2009. Registered in France with a capital of 168 660 €, the company develops a range of industrial electric traction solutions dedicated to handling tools and soft mobility. Located in Charente, in the heart of the Mecatronic Valley, ez-Wheel benefit from geographical and economical opportunities entertained by a number of industrials players and SMEs implanted locally. ez-Wheel's innovative technology and industrial know-how represent a direct outcome of synergies between well-known technologies and proven methodologies.
G2Mobility
Series A in 2013
G2mobility offers smartcharging solutions for electric vehicles with energy management systems. It was founded in 2009. G2mobility is based in Paris, France.
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