Bpifrance

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.

Laurent Arthaud

Managing Director

Marion Aubry

Investment Director

Emmanuel Audouard

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

Deputy Director of the Large Venture Fund and Deputy Managing Director

Nicolas Dardenne

Senior Investment Director, Normandy (Caen Rouen)

Arnaud Despoisse

Director of Occitanie Participations

Philippe Dutheil

Investment Director

Mailys Ferrere

Director of Large Venture Investments

Paul-Francois Fournier

Executive Director, Innovation Department

Pierre Gillet

Investment Director

Vanessa Giraud

Director of Environmental Impact Funds

Gwenael Hamon

Investment Director

Laurent Higueret Ph.D

Senior Investment Director

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

Chahra Louafi

Senior Investment Director

Serge Mesguich

Director of FIT

Laure Michel

Investment Director

Louis Molis

Investment Director

Jean-Francois Morin

Investment Director

Sébastien Moynot

Director

Adrien Muller

Investment Director

Adrien Néel

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 Director

Jean-Marie Fougeray

Senior Investment Director, Brittany

Past deals in Wind Energy

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.

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.

Langa International

Venture Round in 2024
Langa International is an independent energy producer based in Lyon, France, specializing in the development, construction, and operation of renewable energy facilities. The company focuses on a diverse range of renewable energy solutions, including solar, wind, hydroelectricity, energy storage, and green hydrogen. By imagining, designing, and deploying innovative and competitive energy solutions, Langa International enables the realization of projects worldwide, contributing to the global transition towards sustainable energy sources.

Lhyfe

Post in 2023
Lhyfe is a French company founded in 2017 and based in Nantes, specializing in the design, development, and operation of industrial sites for the production of green hydrogen derived from renewable energy sources such as wind and solar power. The company focuses on creating sustainable and flexible production facilities that provide substantial quantities of clean hydrogen, aimed at facilitating the transition of various industrial sectors and transportation to a clean energy framework. Lhyfe targets two primary markets: heavy mobility, which includes trucks, buses, trains, and potentially maritime and air transport in the future, and industrial sectors such as chemistry, steel, and glass production, which are significant contributors to greenhouse gas emissions. By ensuring minimal environmental impact, Lhyfe is committed to delivering affordable green hydrogen to support a sustainable energy transition.

Eléments

Venture Round in 2023
Eléments is a company based in Montpellier, France, that specializes in the development, construction, and operation of renewable energy projects. It focuses on producing and supplying green electricity through a diverse portfolio that includes wind farms, ground-based photovoltaic farms, and hydroelectric power plants. By providing decarbonized electricity, Eléments aims to deliver sustainable energy solutions that are competitive with conventional energy sources, positioning itself as a key player in the transition to a greener energy landscape.

OceanWings

Series B in 2023
OceanWings is an industrial startup dedicated to the decarbonization of the maritime shipping industry by harnessing wind power for propulsion. The company specializes in the design and manufacture of the Oceanwings system, which integrates innovative wingsail technology with advanced software. This automated system significantly reduces fuel consumption and carbon emissions for oceangoing vessels, achieving savings of 20% to 50%. By providing a sustainable alternative to traditional fuel sources, OceanWings aims to enhance the environmental performance of maritime transport and contribute to a greener shipping industry.

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.

SupAirVision

Seed Round in 2021
SupAirVision specializes in wind turbine inspection and fleet management services, focusing on the wind energy sector. The company utilizes advanced thermal analysis and drone technology to conduct thorough inspections of wind turbine blades. Its offerings include diagnostics, detection, data processing, and sensor integration, ensuring a secure and cost-effective approach to monitoring and maintaining wind turbines. Operating primarily in France and across Europe, SupAirVision aims to enhance the reliability and efficiency of wind energy operations through its innovative inspection solutions.

OceanWings

Seed Round in 2021
OceanWings is an industrial startup dedicated to the decarbonization of the maritime shipping industry by harnessing wind power for propulsion. The company specializes in the design and manufacture of the Oceanwings system, which integrates innovative wingsail technology with advanced software. This automated system significantly reduces fuel consumption and carbon emissions for oceangoing vessels, achieving savings of 20% to 50%. By providing a sustainable alternative to traditional fuel sources, OceanWings aims to enhance the environmental performance of maritime transport and contribute to a greener shipping industry.

Boralex

Post in 2016
Boralex Inc. is a power producer focused on the development and operation of renewable energy power facilities, primarily in Canada, France, the United Kingdom, and the United States. The company operates a diverse portfolio of power generation assets, including wind, hydroelectric, thermal, and solar technologies. As of the latest data, Boralex has interests in 85 wind power stations with a total installed capacity of 1,795 megawatts, 16 hydroelectric power stations with a capacity of 182 megawatts, two thermal power stations with 47 megawatts, and three solar power stations with 16 megawatts. Additionally, Boralex operates two hydroelectric power stations on behalf of R.S.P. Énergie Inc. Established in 1982 and headquartered in Kingsey Falls, Canada, Boralex employs approximately 250 people and is recognized for its extensive expertise in renewable energy.

Neoen

Funding Round in 2014
Neoen is an independent French energy company specializing in the development, financing, construction, and operation of renewable energy power plants. The company operates various types of facilities, including solar, wind, and biomass plants, and has a notable presence in France, Portugal, Australia, Mexico, Egypt, and El Salvador. As of the end of 2022, Neoen had an operational capacity of 5 GW, with a diverse portfolio comprising 54% solar energy, 35% onshore wind, and 11% utility-scale batteries. The company also engages in developing marine renewable energy projects in France and provides support to photovoltaic project developers and investors in the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of solar power plants both domestically and internationally. Neoen's strategic focus on renewable energy underscores its commitment to sustainable power generation.
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