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Wingcopter GmbH, founded in 2014 and based in Darmstadt, Germany, specializes in the development and manufacture of unmanned electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) fixed-wing aircraft. The company focuses on delivering goods such as medicines, vaccines, and food to remote health facilities and private households. Wingcopter's drones are distinguished by their patented tilt-rotor mechanism, which allows them to combine the vertical takeoff capabilities of multicopters with the long-range efficiency of fixed-wing aircraft, achieving distances of up to 75 miles and speeds of 150 mph. These drones can operate in challenging weather conditions and are also utilized for inspecting public infrastructure and long-range mapping. Wingcopter aims to improve lives through its innovative technology, serving sectors such as healthcare, agriculture, and forestry. In 2020, the company was recognized as a Technology Pioneer by the World Economic Forum.

The company Quantum Systems GmbH was founded in January 2015 and is specialized in the development and production of autonomous transition aircrafts for civilian use. Their products combine reach and efficiency with the ability to vertically take off and land without additional equipment. By means of the founding team’s diversity, Quantum-Systems manages to combine extensive experience and expertise from all relevant areas of unmanned aerial systems. In 2008 we started to conduct research in the field of autonomous flight systems and already in 2012 successfully completed the first autonomous transition. Quantum Systems GmbH is self-financed and managed by its owner. Thus, we are completely independent in our decision making.The combination of innovative power and uncompromising focus on quality make us the first choice in the area of transition flight.

Starship Technologies, Inc. designs and manufactures self-driving delivery robots for local goods delivery, including parcels, groceries, and food. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in London, with a research and development center in Estonia, the company aims to revolutionize the delivery landscape by providing autonomous robots that operate safely and efficiently. These robots can autonomously navigate 99% of the time, enabling curb-side deliveries from local hubs within 30 minutes. Equipped with advanced sensors such as cameras and GPS, Starship's delivery solutions are intended to be environmentally friendly and cost-effective, significantly enhancing convenience for consumers. By partnering with stores and restaurants, Starship Technologies facilitates a new era of instant deliveries that align with customer schedules, ultimately striving to make local delivery more accessible and affordable.

EnduroSat AD, established in 2015 and headquartered in Sofia, Bulgaria, specializes in the design and manufacture of spacecraft and modular platforms tailored for a variety of missions, including low Earth orbit and solar system exploration. The company focuses on swarm satellite applications and inter-satellite connectivity, offering customized solutions such as CubeSat platforms, antennas, solar panels, onboard computers, and communication modules. EnduroSat provides comprehensive support for full-cycle missions, catering to business applications, scientific research, and space exploration. Its products are available for purchase through an online store, facilitating access to its innovative space technologies.

Infrastrutture Wireless Italiane S.p.A. is a prominent player in the telecommunications infrastructure sector in Italy, specializing in the construction and operation of towers for wireless networks. Established in 2015 from the spinoff of Telecom Italia's tower assets, the company manages approximately 11,000 sites and offers a range of integrated hosting services, including infrastructure for antennae, cabling, and power supply systems. In addition to traditional tower hosting, Infrastrutture Wireless Italiane develops Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) to enhance indoor and outdoor wireless coverage in high-traffic areas such as hospitals, airports, and stadiums. The company's extensive infrastructure supports various network operators, broadcasting service providers, and public institutions, contributing significantly to the country's wireless telecommunications landscape. With a strategic focus on expanding its site portfolio to accommodate emerging technologies like 5G, Infrastrutture Wireless Italiane is positioned as a key contributor to the evolution of wireless communication in Italy.

The company Quantum Systems GmbH was founded in January 2015 and is specialized in the development and production of autonomous transition aircrafts for civilian use. Their products combine reach and efficiency with the ability to vertically take off and land without additional equipment. By means of the founding team’s diversity, Quantum-Systems manages to combine extensive experience and expertise from all relevant areas of unmanned aerial systems. In 2008 we started to conduct research in the field of autonomous flight systems and already in 2012 successfully completed the first autonomous transition. Quantum Systems GmbH is self-financed and managed by its owner. Thus, we are completely independent in our decision making.The combination of innovative power and uncompromising focus on quality make us the first choice in the area of transition flight.

Worldsensing is a market leader in Internet of Things (IoT) solutions. The company has built on its expertise in low-power wireless sensing networks and has created comprehensive vertical solutions in sectors where IoT is making a measurable impact. The company focuses on two key markets: Mobility - a unique smart traffic management portfolio includes Bitcarrier, a real-time traffic flo management solution, and Fastprk, its market-leading smart parking system. Industrial Solutions - offers the LS-G6 platform to monitor key assets in remote or hard-to-access locations. Examples include bridges, tunnels, large public buildings and infrastructures, mines, power lines. Worldsensing raised its round of seed capital in 2010. A series A round was closed in 2013 with Fundación Jose Manuel Entrecanales (FJME) and IESE Business School's Finaves fund as investors. A series B round was completed in 2015, led by FJME, Kibo Ventures and Mitsui & Co. Cisco Ventures and Endeavor also participated in this round. Today, the company has offices in Barcelona and London and has a team of more than 40 professionals. Awards -Fastprk- has won two major awards: the Stockholm Smart City Living Labs Global Award 2011 and the IBM Smart Camp 2010 London Award. -Bitcarrier was IBM Smart Camp Winner (2011), and it has been recognised by Analyst Firm Gartner as "Cool Vendor 2013". -Ignasi Vilajosana, Worldsensing’s CEO, was named the first Spanish Endeavor Entrepreneur in 2014.

Spire Global, Inc. specializes in satellite data services, leveraging a constellation of nanosatellites to provide advanced analytics in maritime, aviation, and weather tracking. The company's key products include Spire Sense, which offers ship tracking data for various applications such as trade monitoring and search and rescue, and Spire Stratus, which delivers global weather information. Spire's machine learning and analytics tools assist clients, including mining companies, governmental agencies, and port operators, in tracking vessels and monitoring environmental conditions. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Spire Global also has offices in Glasgow and Singapore, ensuring real-time global coverage and data insights for informed decision-making.

Kinéis is an independent satellite operator focused on providing global connectivity for the Internet of Things (IoT). As a key player in the new space sector, the company develops satellite technology that collaborates with terrestrial IoT operators, existing satellite operators, and manufacturers of connected devices. Its solutions enable clients to locate and collect data from objects worldwide, regardless of environmental conditions. Through its innovative approach, Kinéis aims to enhance data accessibility and connectivity for various applications across the globe.

Orbital Systems AB, founded in 2012 and headquartered in Malmö, Sweden, specializes in innovative shower systems designed for water recycling in domestic environments. The company has developed a cutting-edge recirculating shower system that can achieve up to 90% water savings and 80% energy savings, while enhancing user comfort and hygiene. Inspired by a collaboration project with NASA, the technology ensures that harmful bacteria and contaminants in the water are effectively removed with each cycle, and any excessively contaminated water is discarded. This allows homeowners to efficiently recycle and reuse shower water, contributing to significant resource conservation. Orbital Systems has gained recognition as a leading clean-tech startup and continues to experience rapid growth under the leadership of CEO Mehrdad Mahdjoubi.