European Innovation Council

Tilkal is a Paris-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing a software platform for traceability across supply chains. Its end-to-end, real-time traceability solution integrates permissioned blockchain networks with big data to facilitate secure and verifiable data sharing among various supply chain stakeholders. The platform allows businesses to record traceability data of physical products in a ledger, enhancing compliance, transparency, and consumer trust. Tilkal's technology is actively utilized by major corporations such as Groupe Casino and Danone, providing them with the tools to analyze traceability data, manage sourcing risks, and demonstrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) commitments. By focusing on resilience, sustainability, and ethical practices, Tilkal aims to improve the overall integrity of supply chains across diverse industries.

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

Connecting Food is a foodtech company based in Paris, France, that specializes in a blockchain-based platform for real-time tracking and auditing of food products. Established in 2016, the company offers LiveAudit, an application that allows digital auditing of product quality throughout the entire production process. This platform enables consumers, particularly those purchasing eggs, to access detailed information about the hen's breed, the farm of origin, and the packing location. By leveraging blockchain technology, Connecting Food provides a transparent supply chain solution that fosters trust among farmers, manufacturers, retailers, and consumers, thereby enhancing brand equity and ensuring the integrity of agricultural and finished products.

Smartlane GmbH, founded in 2015 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in developing SmartlaneDISPATCH!, a mobile application for efficient order and tour management. This cloud-based software enhances delivery services by automating scheduling, tour planning, and route optimization. Users can easily monitor deliveries, drivers, and tours, while also adding new customer addresses on a map. The application facilitates real-time communication by notifying customers about arrival times through SMS, WhatsApp, or email. Smartlane serves a diverse clientele, including delivery and courier services, care and disposal providers, field service technicians, and passenger transport companies. The platform integrates seamlessly with existing systems via API, making it a comprehensive solution for businesses looking to optimize their vehicle fleet operations.

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.

Creating transformative change in urban mobility, making our cities cleaner and more enjoyable. We first focus on urban logistics, moving goods around the city in ways that are sustainable, efficient and cost-effective. Our vehicle and its modular platform system, with easily swappable modular units, meets the needs of city logistics. From moving food to flowers to furniture, the possibilities are endless. ONO’s founders, pioneer in e-mobility solutions, Beres Seelbach, former head of design at Mercedes and Volkswagen, Murat Günak, and light electric vehicle expert and engineer, Philipp Kahle, sought to rethink and reshape modern urban transportation. They put together a forward-thinking group of designers, engineers and creative thinkers who shared their vision of transforming urban mobility. ONO is a Berlin-based e-mobility company introducing a whole new category of emissions-free vehicle: the Pedal Assisted Transporter (PAT), combining the flexibility of a bicycle with the capacity and durability of a van. We offer environmentally friendly urban logistics solutions designed and optimised for cities of today.

Creating transformative change in urban mobility, making our cities cleaner and more enjoyable. We first focus on urban logistics, moving goods around the city in ways that are sustainable, efficient and cost-effective. Our vehicle and its modular platform system, with easily swappable modular units, meets the needs of city logistics. From moving food to flowers to furniture, the possibilities are endless. ONO’s founders, pioneer in e-mobility solutions, Beres Seelbach, former head of design at Mercedes and Volkswagen, Murat Günak, and light electric vehicle expert and engineer, Philipp Kahle, sought to rethink and reshape modern urban transportation. They put together a forward-thinking group of designers, engineers and creative thinkers who shared their vision of transforming urban mobility. ONO is a Berlin-based e-mobility company introducing a whole new category of emissions-free vehicle: the Pedal Assisted Transporter (PAT), combining the flexibility of a bicycle with the capacity and durability of a van. We offer environmentally friendly urban logistics solutions designed and optimised for cities of today.

Altaroad SAS is a French company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing a SaaS-based application for real-time vehicle data capture. The company employs patented nano-sensors embedded in roadways alongside advanced algorithms to analyze and generate critical road data. This technology enables the monitoring of traffic patterns, tracking of vehicle weights, assessment of road impacts, and detection of unsafe driving behaviors. Altaroad's platform supports traffic management in smart cities by identifying maintenance needs, enhancing predictive maintenance for road operators, and facilitating cost savings for logistics providers. Additionally, the system can quickly recognize hazardous conditions, such as icy pavements, and provide feedback for autonomous vehicles, contributing to safer and more efficient road usage.