Investors in Logistics

We back European startups that develop Transformative Technologies which have the potential to fundamentally disrupt value chains in today’s major industry verticals and significantly improve the environmental impact. Technological advances in the IoT, machine learning, artificial intelligence, or robotics pave the way to create solutions that fundamentally change value chains in sectors that place a major burden on our planet and our communities: - Energy and Resources - Industry & Manufacturing - Mobility & Logistics - Building & Infrastructure. With +15 years of experience in sustainable investing, we are confident that economic growth and sustainability matters are not trade-offs but mutually reinforcing factors. The entrepreneurs we support strive for holistic value creation along the Triple Top Line of economic wealth, environmental prosperity, and social equity: they create solutions that enhance the well-being of nature and societies while generating economic value. Growing our investees along the triple top line, we are committed to actively contribute to the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Co-founded by Ronan Le Moal and Charles Cabillic in September 2020, Épopée Gestion is located in Brest, Nantes, Bordeaux and Paris and aims to reinvest in the Atlantic Arc territories by supporting companies in financing and operational support. Épopée Gestion operates in four areas: innovation capital, development capital, sustainable real estate and low-carbon infrastructure. Xplore inherits all the expertise of the West Web Valley accelerator created in 2012 at the initiative of Charles Cabillic, Ronan Le Moal and Sébastien Le Corfec to support and accelerate digital startups in Brittany, in particular via the West Web Valley 1 investment fund created in 2015. When it was created, Épopée Gestion took over the management of the West Web Valley 1 fund in 2020 and launched a second capital innovation fund in 2021, Épopée West Web Valley II, which brings the total investment capacity to 80 million euros solely for innovation in startups. These two funds are now renamed Xplore I and Xplore II.

Provide finance to support the growth of young, innovative businesses in the Leather sector The Leather industry, thanks to the production of leather goods and footwear in particular, has long contributed to France’s reputation around the world, the embodiment of France’s finest products. But it is not only a question of image, powerfully driven by the leading luxury houses; the French leather sector is also an important economic force. It consists of 9 400 companies, generates 25 billion euros of turnover and has nearly 130 000 employees. More than ever, the automation generated by technology, the digital transformation, customization, environmental sustainability, the principle of transparency and the circular economy of models, plus marketing and communication are major agents for change. It is with this in mind, to dynamize the sector and prepare it for tomorrow’s big challenges, that CUIR INVEST wishes to offer financial support to the visionary entrepreneurs that are shaping the future. CUIR INVEST is an investment fund created to offer long-term support to the most promising young innovative businesses in the sector, while respecting the values that drive us.

Founded in 2018, Forestay is an early-growth stage tech fund and part of B-FLEXION, an entrepreneurial private investment firm founded by Ernesto Bertarelli. We invest in visionary teams reaching growth inflection points and partner with them to create future category leaders. We support start-ups with investments between $10M and $20M in Europe, Israel and opportunistically on the East coast of the US. Forestay Capital SA is the advisor to Forestay Capital Management Ltd, based in Jersey.

We're building Energy Artificial General Intelligence (Energy AGI) to automatically and autonomously supply the world with low-carbon energy at stable prices. Our activities concentrate on physical energy, related supply chain flows and infrastructure. Virtus is on a mission to facilitate the Energy Transition, focusing on renewable and low-carbon energy. Our activities concentrate on physical energy, related supply chain flows and infrastructure.

V-Sharp Venture Studio is a venture capital company focused on early stage investments in Central and Eastern Europe. V-Sharp Venture Studio is an experienced investment group focusing on early-stage investments in logistics, e-commerce, and fintech, providing strategic guidance and support to founders.

We are a Venture Capital firm, shaping the future of commerce. At SPRING, we invest in tech enablers and B2B companies that provide innovative solutions to retailers and brands, including PoS management, in-store analytics, adtech, omnichannel solutions, payment, CRM, HR, and logistics. Additionally, we focus on new models of distribution such as social commerce, DNVB, ONVB, and marketplaces. Our investment approach relies on strong relationships with over 50 European (E-)Retailers, helping to drive the sales development of our portfolio companies.

Schenker Ventures is dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs to transform great ideas into industry-changing companies. The firm provides essential support and resources to early-stage startups, focusing on equipping them with the necessary tools and guidance to navigate the journey from ideation to market impact. Schenker Ventures offers strategic mentorship, access to networks, and financial backing to help startups validate their concepts, scale their operations, and achieve sustainable growth. By fostering innovation and entrepreneurship, Schenker Ventures plays a crucial role in driving economic development and fostering groundbreaking solutions across various industries.

Vinci is dedicated to investing in early-stage European tech companies at the forefront of innovation in mobility, energy storage and management, industry 4.0, supply chain, and logistics sectors. We provide strategic support and capital to promising startups poised to transform their respective industries through cutting-edge technologies. Our focus spans across critical areas driving future advancements, aiming to accelerate the development and adoption of sustainable and efficient solutions. Vinci's investment strategy is guided by a commitment to fostering growth and innovation, helping entrepreneurs navigate challenges and seize opportunities in dynamic global markets. Join us in shaping the future of technology and building sustainable solutions that drive positive impact worldwide.

Pelican Ag is a company focused on advancing sustainable agriculture practices. They support pioneers in scaling regenerative farming, local production, smart supply chains, and sustainable consumption. Pelican Ag aims to create a sustainable food future by providing critical early-stage funding to initiatives that promote environmental stewardship and resilience in food systems.

Club Italia Investimenti 2 is an investment company based in Milan specialized in Venture Capital. The company was founded in 2013 by a group of entrepreneurs linked to the world of innovation and investments in promising young companies with high technological content. The investment model provides for an initial entry into the capital of very young companies by acquiring minority shares in exchange for an investment of between 25,000 and 100,000 euros, necessary to finance the prototyping phase of the developed product/service. Once entered into the capital, the Club aims to support entrepreneurs in the growth of the company and in the progressive and sustainable creation of value in the long term by actively participating in the subsequent financial operations of the subsidiary. The Club's portfolio currently consists of 23 companies operating in various sectors including E-commerce, Fintech, Logistics, Mobility and Software & Applications.

We invest into early-stage LogTech startups, focusing on digital supply chain, automation and sustainability. VC of the Schmitz Cargobull AG.KUBIKx is an early stage venture capital firm specializing in LogTech. They invest in startups focused on digital supply chain, automation, and sustainability, aiming to shape the next generation of logistics.