Bpifrance

Bpifrance Financement S.A. is a French financial institution that provides a wide range of financing solutions and support services for businesses at various stages of their development. Established in 1980 and based in Maisons-Alfort, France, the company offers medium to long-term loans, export insurance, real estate and equipment leasing, and working capital loans. Bpifrance also invests in startups, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and mid-cap companies through direct investments and fund management activities. Additionally, it provides consulting services for executives and training for CEOs, aiming to facilitate innovation and growth. Bpifrance was formed from the merger of several entities in July 2013, including OSEO, CDC Entreprises, and FSI, to enhance its role in supporting the financing of the French economy.

Laurent Arthaud

Managing Director

Marion Aubry

Investment Director

Emmanuel Audouard

Director of Cross-Functional Investments Venture Capital

Elyssa Maufras du Châtellier

Investment Director

Charlotte Corbaz

Deputy Director of the Large Venture Fund and Deputy Managing Director

Sofia Dahoune

Associate

Vanessa Giraud

Managing Director

Laurent Higueret

Senior Investment Director, Healthcare and Life Sciences - Large Venture Fund

Hortense Jacon

Investment Associate

Veronique Jacq

Head of Digital Venture team

So-Yeon Koo

Senior Investment Manager

Eric Lefebvre

Director

Arnaud Legardeur

Investment Director

Serge Mesguich

Director

Louis Molis

Investment Director

Adrien Neel

Investment Director

Gilles Schang

Deputy Director

Tuan Tran

Investment Director / VC

Past deals in Textiles

Circle Sportswear

Seed Round in 2022
Operator of a clothing platform intended to offer sportswear from recycled material. The company's platform offers various types of clothes like t-shirts, pants, shorts, leggings, and many more that are made from Tencel which is non-toxic and ecological, enabling people to get comfortable activewear at an affordable price while helping the environment.

Primo1D

Venture Round in 2021
Primo1D SAS, founded in 2013 and headquartered in Grenoble, France, specializes in developing E-Thread, a unique yarn that integrates electronics into various objects and materials. This innovative yarn enables applications in traceability, production monitoring, anti-theft, and anti-counterfeiting. By embedding electronic components into textiles and materials, Primo1D enhances the functionality and value of products while facilitating their connection in the digital ecosystem. The company's solutions cater to a wide range of industries seeking to incorporate smart technology into their offerings.

Recyc Matelas Europe

Venture Round in 2021
RECYC-MATELAS EUROPE provides recycling services. The company provides mattresses and worn springs treatment services. The company was founded in 2010 and is based in Colombes, France. The company operates as a subsidiary of RECYC-MATTRESSES INC.

Pili

Series B in 2021
PILI Inc. researches and manufactures bio-fabricated colors by using microorganisms. The company designs enzymes and fermentation biotechnologies to efficiently transform sugar into renewable and long-lasting colors. PILI Inc. produces renewable dyes and pigments. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Paris, France.

Tekyn

Series A in 2021
Tekyn SAS is a Paris-based company established in 2017 that operates a platform focused on optimizing the production and logistics of apparel. The platform facilitates collaboration among brands by providing a centralized system for sharing data in real-time across the entire supply chain. This enables clients to monitor production processes efficiently and promotes a more sustainable and cost-effective approach to textile manufacturing. Tekyn's innovative solutions allow brands to produce garments in just five business days, significantly streamlining the traditional production cycle and enhancing overall operational efficiency.

Little Cigogne

Venture Round in 2020
Little Cigogne SAS, founded in 2012 and based in Claye Souilly, France, specializes in online retail of children's apparel. The company aims to transform the shopping experience for parents by providing personalized trunks of ready-to-wear clothing tailored to the unique needs of children and the preferences of their parents. This approach ensures that customers receive age-appropriate and stylish clothing options at affordable prices, making it easier for families to find suitable attire for their children.

Authentic Material

Venture Round in 2019
SAS Authentic Material designs and manufactures wooden and metal products for tableware, packaging, glasses, accessories, jewelry and clock making, and decoration applications. It offers horn, leather, composite, wood, shell, salers horn powders, and more. The company was incorporated in 2016 and is based in Toulouse, France.

Jolies Culottes

Venture Round in 2019
Jolies Culottes is a French company founded in 2016, specializing in the design, manufacture, and sale of women's innerwear, including briefs, bloomers, shorts, and tanga. The brand focuses on meeting the evolving preferences of modern women, emphasizing freshness, simplicity, and comfort in its products. Jolies Culottes operates through a showroom as well as an online platform, making its offerings accessible to a broader audience. The company's commitment to contemporary design aligns with the changing codes of seduction among women today. Based in Gelos, France, Jolies Culottes aims to provide stylish and comfortable innerwear for its customers.

Pili

Series A in 2019
PILI Inc. researches and manufactures bio-fabricated colors by using microorganisms. The company designs enzymes and fermentation biotechnologies to efficiently transform sugar into renewable and long-lasting colors. PILI Inc. produces renewable dyes and pigments. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Paris, France.

Texelis

Venture Round in 2018
Texelis SAS, established in 1939 and based in Limoges, France, specializes in designing, developing, and manufacturing high-performance axles and power transmission systems for heavy-duty vehicles. The company's product range includes rigid and independent suspension axles for trucks, buses, and specialty vehicles, as well as driven and non-driven axles for metros, tramways, and tram-trains. Additionally, Texelis produces various components such as reducers, drop boxes, transfer cases, and mechanical parts. With a workforce of around 350 employees, the company serves diverse markets including public transportation, defense, rescue vehicles, and construction equipment globally. Texelis is committed to providing maintenance and support programs that enhance the operational efficiency and mobility of its products throughout their service life.

OliKrom

Series A in 2018
Olikrom SAS is a manufacturer based in Pessac, France, specializing in intelligent pigments that respond to environmental stimuli such as temperature, light, and pressure. Founded in 2014, the company produces a variety of pigments, including thermochromic, photochromic, and piezochromic types, which can exhibit reversible or irreversible color changes. These products are designed for a wide range of applications across various sectors, including aeronautics, automotive, yachting, plastics manufacturing, and painting. Olikrom's pigments are utilized in areas such as safety and security, thermal mapping, decoration, and health monitoring. The company's innovative approach aims to enhance efficiency and functionality in industrial coatings and other uses.

Pili

Venture Round in 2018
PILI Inc. researches and manufactures bio-fabricated colors by using microorganisms. The company designs enzymes and fermentation biotechnologies to efficiently transform sugar into renewable and long-lasting colors. PILI Inc. produces renewable dyes and pigments. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Paris, France.

Tunetoo

Venture Round in 2016
Tunetoo is a personnalized fashion wear online.We believe in the importance of giving a unique character to the products we manufacture. We value creative diversity rather than conformism, and we allow everyone to express themselves in an authentic and different way.

Little Cigogne

Venture Round in 2016
Little Cigogne SAS, founded in 2012 and based in Claye Souilly, France, specializes in online retail of children's apparel. The company aims to transform the shopping experience for parents by providing personalized trunks of ready-to-wear clothing tailored to the unique needs of children and the preferences of their parents. This approach ensures that customers receive age-appropriate and stylish clothing options at affordable prices, making it easier for families to find suitable attire for their children.

Carré Blanc

Private Equity Round in 2013
Carré Blanc Distribution SAS is a French company based in Roanne that specializes in designing and manufacturing a wide range of household linen products. Established in 1982, the company offers an extensive selection that includes bed linens such as duvet covers, pillowcases, and fitted sheets, as well as bath linens like towels and bathrobes. Additionally, Carré Blanc provides kitchen textiles and decorative items, including tablecloths, cushions, and home décor products like carpets and candles. The company also caters to children with specialized bedding and bath sets. Products are available through a network of franchised stores across France and internationally, as well as via online sales. Carré Blanc is known for its contemporary and creative designs, appealing to various consumer needs in the household linen market.

Oree

Seed Round in 2012
We are the Hermes of high tech: We craft emotional consumer tech products with the finest natural materials. We create emotions in technology by bringing French design and the finest materials to the world of high tech. We offer a radical alternative to the impersonal tech products made from cheap plastics or aluminum. We do so through a proprietary combination of handcrafting know-how and advanced technologies we developed to offer customized yet affordable products made from the finest materials.
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