European Innovation Council

SILEANE specialists of robotics and vision.

Aurora Propulsion Technologies Oy provides satellite manufacturers with highly reliable mass produced and high quality, components for attitude (orientation) and orbit control. The vision is to enable small (1- 15 kg) satellite manufacturers to be able to conduct their satellite missions effectively and take their satellites anywhere, be it to Low Earth orbit or other planets in the solar system.

ELEM is a start-up company conceived at the Barcelona Supercomputing Center (BSC) and host of MareNostrum supercomputer. ELEM is co-founded by BSC researchers Mariano Vázquez, Guillaume Houzeaux, José María Cela, and business consultant Chris Morton. The company has developed Alya Red, a set of simulation tools, which following a “Software-as-a-Service” model deployed in the cloud, focuses on medical devices and pharmaceutical industries. Alya Red simulates cardiovascular or respiratory systems on “virtual patients”. Combining high performance computing, computational biomechanics and data analysis, these computational avatars can be used by biomedical sector companies and clinicians to elaborate diagnoses, plan treatments, improve drug delivery and action, optimise medical devices, etc. ELEM headquarters are in Barcelona.

Developer of a satellite maintenance platform intended to extend the operational lifetime of in-orbit GEO telecommunication satellites. The company's platform responds to challenges by offering a range of services based on software and computer technologies and provides sensors with situational awareness of their close environment, enabling space researchers to carry out autonomous navigation in orbit and provide reliable in-orbit services to satellite operators all over the world.

Swiss Airtainer has developed a temperature-controlled container for the transport of pharmaceutical products by air.

Miraex SA, established in 2019 and headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland, specializes in the development and manufacturing of photonic and quantum solutions. The company focuses on creating advanced photonic sensors, quantum transducers, and quantum converters aimed at enhancing industrial applications, aerospace security, and defense, as well as quantum networking and computing. Miraex's innovative systems are designed to operate in challenging environments where traditional electronic sensors are ineffective, allowing for proactive asset failure prevention. Additionally, the company constructs quantum integrated circuits tailored for high-sensitivity measurements and supports the infrastructure necessary for distributed quantum computing.

embotech AG specializes in developing decision-making software solutions for autonomous systems. Founded in 2013 as a spin-off from the Automatic Control Laboratory at ETH Zurich, the company provides FORCES Pro, a numerical optimization software that enables the design of complex control systems. This software is utilized in various applications, including the control of wind turbines, planning the collision-free motion of autonomous drones, and the development of advanced driver assistance systems. Additionally, it supports precision landing of spacecraft on other planets and the recovery of reusable rockets. Embotech's solutions cater to sectors such as automotive, energy, and robotics, aiming to enhance safety, productivity, and energy efficiency in automated decision-making processes. The company is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland.

Plair SA develops and manufactures systems for preventive environment monitoring. It offers Rapid-E, an instrument that accurately and comprehensively analyze single aerosol particles in real time; and Rapid-C uses laser-induced fluorescence and light scattering detection, providing unprecedented high-level output in particle counts. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Plan-les-Ouates, Switzerland.

Arborea Ltd. is a biochemical technology company based in London, UK, that focuses on developing sustainable bio-based products using its proprietary BioSolar Leaf technology. Founded in 2015, Arborea's innovative system cultivates microscopic plants, facilitating the production of healthy food ingredients such as antioxidants and functional proteins while also sequestering carbon dioxide and generating breathable oxygen. This technology not only supports urban and industrial applications but also enhances air quality and reduces energy consumption for climate control in buildings. By enabling large-scale algae biomass production, Arborea aims to provide a cost-effective and scalable solution for the sustainable food industry, aligning with environmental goals and promoting healthier food options.

Hardt Global Mobility, founded in 2016 and based in Delft, the Netherlands, specializes in the design and development of high-speed transportation systems. The company focuses on creating capsules that travel through vacuum tubes at speeds of up to 1,200 km/h. This innovative mode of transportation aims to enhance connectivity and accessibility, ultimately improving individual freedom and quality of life. By offering a fast and efficient means of travel, Hardt Global Mobility seeks to transform the way people move, connecting communities and making the world more accessible.

ThrustMe is a startup emerging from the Laboratoire de Physique des Plasmas at the Ecole Polytechnique and the CNRS, founded by Ane Aanesland and Dmytro Rafalskyi. The company specializes in the development, production, and commercialization of next-generation space propulsion systems utilizing its patented technology. With a focus on simplifying and enhancing the efficiency of electric propulsion, ThrustMe provides tailored solutions for both next-generation satellites and ground testing of space hardware. This approach supports space teams and aerospace businesses in achieving economic and environmental sustainability through advanced propulsion options, addressing the evolving needs of the satellite industry and the growing demand for data and global intelligence.

TM Systems is an engineering and manufacturing company specializing in industrial air systems and solutions for process industries.

TM Systems is an engineering and manufacturing company specializing in industrial air systems and solutions for process industries.

Heart’s mission is to create the fastest, most affordable and sustainable transportation for regional travel to every corner of the world. Their first aircraft is the ES-19, a nineteen-passenger airliner with an operating range of 400 km. Heart's goal is to have the aircraft certified for commercial operation by 2026.

Veoware Limited is a company that specializes in satellite imagery services, offering a data platform and analytics to its customers. Incorporated in 2016 and based in Guildford, United Kingdom, Veoware is developing a space-based system designed to provide users with access to satellite imagery at any time and for any location on Earth. Through its innovative approach, the company aims to enhance the availability and usability of satellite data for various applications.

Wingtra AG, based in Zürich, Switzerland, is a manufacturer of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) drones, specializing in the WingtraOne model. This drone is designed for high-precision aerial data collection and has applications across various industries, including surveying, agriculture, forestry, and construction. Since its launch in 2017, Wingtra has established partnerships with over 50 major surveying equipment dealers worldwide. The WingtraOne operates using WingtraPilot software, allowing users to create two-dimensional maps and three-dimensional models from the collected data, thus providing valuable insights for professionals in mapping, surveying, mining, and related fields. Founded in 2014, Wingtra continues to innovate in the drone technology sector, focusing on enhancing the capabilities of aerial data collection.

SILEANE specialists of robotics and vision.

Evoy AS designs and manufactures electric propulsion boat systems. The company offers marine electric propulsion systems, including inboard electric propulsion, outboard electric propulsion, and battery modules and ranges for the elimination of global boating emissions. It also offers Evoy ecosystem, which provides climate control, real-time motor data, smart battery management, data dashboard visualization, online connection, automatic identification system, port change capabilities, first stage automation, and assistance services. The company serves boat manufacturing industries. The company was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Florø, Norway.

VoltAero is a manufacturer of electric aircraft that focuses on providing safe, quiet, and eco-friendly flight solutions. The company specializes in parallel electric-hybrid propulsion systems, allowing for efficient and reliable general aviation platforms. Its aircraft cater to a variety of uses, including private ownership, air taxi and charter services, and commercial flights for regional travel. By developing innovative electric aircraft, VoltAero aims to enable clients to embrace a new era of sustainable aviation.

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Xsun designs and develops drones powered by solar energy. The company's product includes SolarXOne which is a drone model that can make its own decisions. It provides aerodynamic design which provides photovoltaic cell surface to capture the maximum amount of solar power; communication design which provides a link between the drone and the control centre; and power design. Xsun was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Guérande, France.

Xsun designs and develops drones powered by solar energy. The company's product includes SolarXOne which is a drone model that can make its own decisions. It provides aerodynamic design which provides photovoltaic cell surface to capture the maximum amount of solar power; communication design which provides a link between the drone and the control centre; and power design. Xsun was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Guérande, France.

Created in July 2014, Aenitis Technologies is a French start-up resulting from the work of Mauricio HOYOS and Jean-Luc AIDER, both CNRS researchers at the PMMH Laboratory (Physics and Mechanics of Heterogeneous Media at the ESPCI ParisTech, a research engineer’s school in Paris. The company focuses on medical devices’ area, where their breakthrough technologies are highly promising. Aenitis Technologies is developing innovative separation, manipulation and filtration of biological elements solutions, based on acoustophoresis technologies. The company first focuses on technological solutions that will revolutionize current practices in Public Health. Aenitis Technologies aims to become a world leader in filtering / separating solutions by acoustophoresis.