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In terms of entrepreneurship and business, Nantes has evolved into one of the top emerging hubs in the world.

Hundreds of startup companies have been founded there in the last years, many of which are enjoying incredible success.

We've compiled a list with the 44 most successful ones.


44 Startups in Nantes

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1) Akeneo

1) Akeneo

Akeneo is the world's leading provider of Product Experience Management (PXM) software.

Details of the startup:

  • Started in: 2012
  • Founders: Benoit Jacquemont, Frederic de Gombert, Nicolas Dupont, Yoav Kutner
  • Industries: E-Commerce, Information Services, Product Management, Software
  • Number of employees: 51-100
  • Funding amount: $61,432,787
  • Number of funding rounds: 5
  • Number of investors: 8

You can find their website here.

2) iAdvize

2) iAdvize

iAdvize is a conversational marketing platform that matches clients seeking guidance with experts that are available via messaging 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Details of the startup:

  • Started in: 2010
  • Founders: Jeremie Berrebi, Jonathan Gueron, Julien Hervouet
  • Industries: Advertising, Customer Service, E-Commerce, Marketing, Social Media, Telecommunications
  • Number of employees: 251-500
  • Funding amount: $55,065,320
  • Number of funding rounds: 5
  • Number of investors: 7

You can find their website here.

3) Shopopop

3) Shopopop

Drive racing and local commerce are served by Shopopop, a collaborative delivery network.

Details of the startup:

  • Number of employees: 11-50
  • Funding amount: $6,753,206

You can find their website here.

4) inVirtus Technology

4) inVirtus Technology

The inVirtus Technology initiative relies on linked objects transmitting a large amount of real-time data.

Details of the startup:

  • Number of employees: 1-10
  • Funding amount: $1,115,590

You can find their website here.

5) Nextflow Software

5) Nextflow Software

Nextflow Software is an independent software vendor and a cutting-edge startup (ISV).

Details of the startup:

  • Number of employees: 11-50
  • Funding amount: $3,527,444

You can find their website here.

6) OSE Immunotherapeutics

6) OSE Immunotherapeutics

OSE Immunotherapeutics is a biotechnology business in the early stages of development.

Details of the startup:

  • Number of employees: 11-50
  • Funding amount: $21,281,702

You can find their website here.

7) Dictanova

7) Dictanova

For client feedback analysis, Dictanova has created a cloud-based text analytics and sentiment analysis tool.

Details of the startup:

  • Number of employees: 11-50
  • Funding amount: $1,310,993

You can find their website here.

8) Guest Suite

8) Guest Suite

Guest Suite is a mobile software that allows tourism operators to obtain consumer feedback on the spot.

Details of the startup:

  • Number of employees: 11-50
  • Funding amount: $2,351,300

You can find their website here.

9) EP

9) EP

EP provides real estate and construction professionals with a complete data infrastructure on the market.

Details of the startup:

  • Number of employees: 251-500
  • Funding amount: $3,212,356

You can find their website here.

10) EasyBroadcast

10) EasyBroadcast

EasyBroadcast proposes a hybrid approach that combines traditional unicast delivery (CDN) with Peer-to-Peer adaptive streaming.

Details of the startup:

  • Funding amount: $527,083

You can find their website here.

11) Xenothera

11) Xenothera

Xenothera is an embedded technology xenotherapy platform that improves immune therapies.

Details of the startup:

  • Funding amount: $763,718

You can find their website here.

12) Crisp

12) Crisp

Crisp is the most effective approach to communicate with visitors to your website.

Details of the startup:

  • Number of employees: 1-10

You can find their website here.

13) Skippair

13) Skippair

The first marketplace for professional skippers, offering sailing excursions all over the world for singles and families.

Details of the startup:

  • Number of employees: 1-10
  • Funding amount: $843,570

You can find their website here.

14) jho.

14) jho.

jho. is a tampon and sanitary napkin brand.

Details of the startup:

  • Number of employees: 1-10
  • Funding amount: $2,702,211

You can find their website here.

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15) Backseatz

15) Backseatz

Chauffeur and bus/coach industry transportation operating and distribution systems

Details of the startup:

  • Number of employees: 1-10
  • Funding amount: $80,000

You can find their website here.

16) MicroEJ

16) MicroEJ

A one-of-a-kind solution for developing embedded software, creating smart apps, and delivering them to any device, everywhere.

Details of the startup:

  • Number of employees: 11-50

You can find their website here.

17) Clever Cloud

17) Clever Cloud

Clever Cloud is a platform for IT automation.

Details of the startup:

  • Number of employees: 11-50

You can find their website here.

18) 10 Vins

18) 10 Vins

10 Vins is a new firm based in Nantes that was founded by three friends who had a passion for wine.

Details of the startup:

  • Number of employees: 11-50

You can find their website here.

19) Cryolog

19) Cryolog

Smart tags are used to keep track of the cold chain.

Details of the startup:

  • Number of employees: 1-10
  • Funding amount: $10,709,765

You can find their website here.

20) Soundiiz

20) Soundiiz

Soundiiz is a cross-platform music and playlist transfer utility.

Details of the startup:

  • Number of employees: 1-10

You can find their website here.

21) Finple

21) Finple

Finple is a crowdfunding platform that uses a value proposition to bring investors and entrepreneurs closer together.

Details of the startup:

  • Number of employees: 1-10

You can find their website here.

22) In-Cell-Art

22) In-Cell-Art

Nanotaxi is a firm that specializes in preclinical and medicinal development of nanocarriers.

You can find their website here.

23) Intuitive Robots

23) Intuitive Robots

Humanoid robots get a new lease of life thanks to Intuitive Robots.

Details of the startup:

  • Number of employees: 1-10

You can find their website here.

24) @unik-name

24) @unik-name

Secure digital IDs are used in a universal naming protocol.

Details of the startup:

  • Number of employees: 1-10

You can find their website here.

25) LINXIS Group

25) LINXIS Group

The LINXIS Group designs, manufactures, and installs specialized equipment for the bakery, dairy, and healthcare industries.

Details of the startup:

  • Number of employees: 1001-5000

You can find their website here.

26) Zéro-Gâchis

26) Zéro-Gâchis

Zéro-Gâchis is a cutting-edge service that helps you save money and reduce food waste while shopping.

Details of the startup:

  • Number of employees: 1-10

You can find their website here.

27) 42 Factory

27) 42 Factory

A network of environmental sensors that evaluates air quality on a street-by-street basis and feeds real-time data into HD mapping.

Details of the startup:

  • Number of employees: 1-10

You can find their website here.

28) Valwin

28) Valwin

Assist healthcare professionals with their digital transformation through auditing, consulting, and the publication of eHealth solutions.

You can find their website here.

29) Gaspard

29) Gaspard

Gaspard is a firm based in France that creates, manufactures, and distributes connected products.

Details of the startup:

  • Number of employees: 1-10

You can find their website here.

30) PicPurify

30) PicPurify

PicPurify is an image moderation API that filters out any images that are improper.

Details of the startup:

  • Number of employees: 1-10

You can find their website here.

31) Bloc In Bloc

31) Bloc In Bloc

In Augmented Reality (AR) or virtual reality, a mobile application specialized to BIM, site monitoring, and building maintenance is available.

You can find their website here.

32) GREENSPECTOR

32) GREENSPECTOR

For mobile and IoT applications, GREENSPECTOR enables energy efficiency.

Details of the startup:

  • Number of employees: 11-50

You can find their website here.

33) Proservia

33) Proservia

Proservia is a digital service provider that specializes in infrastructure management and user assistance.

Details of the startup:

  • Number of employees: 1001-5000

You can find their website here.

34) Sodius

34) Sodius

From design to implementation, Sodius provides tools and services that make data flow easier across engineering teams.

Details of the startup:

  • Number of employees: 1-10

You can find their website here.

35) RECTO VERSOI

35) RECTO VERSOI

RECTO VERSOI is a firm that provides counseling and support to young people aged 14 to 28.

You can find their website here.

36) Lone Stone Studio

36) Lone Stone Studio

Lone Stone is a video game development company based in France.

Details of the startup:

  • Number of employees: 1-10

You can find their website here.

37) Erdre Audio

37) Erdre Audio

Erdre Audio is a high-end earphone and in-ear monitor manufacturer. Erdre D101G and D201G, as well as H202, are well-known Erdre Audio products.

Details of the startup:

  • Number of employees: 1-10

You can find their website here.

38) Mobiapps

38) Mobiapps

Mobiapps is a Digital Services Company (DSC) that specializes in the creation and integration of custom mobile solutions.

You can find their website here.

39) Arx One

39) Arx One

Solutions for corporate backup and sharing

Details of the startup:

  • Number of employees: 1-10

You can find their website here.

40) Confidences

40) Confidences

Confidences is a relationship marketing and feedback management system.

Details of the startup:

  • Number of employees: 1-10

You can find their website here.

41) GV FINANCES

41) GV FINANCES

GV Finances is an independent wealth management that offers advising, financial, and real estate services.

You can find their website here.

42) Novyspec

42) Novyspec

Novyspec, which was created on December 19, 2016, is a one-stop shop for all of your inspection, audit, and expertise needs.

Details of the startup:

  • Number of employees: 1-10

You can find their website here.

43) Sparkk

43) Sparkk

A firm specializing in the creation and development of cutting-edge digital solutions.

Details of the startup:

  • Number of employees: 1-10

You can find their website here.

44) Projet2Team

44) Projet2Team

Software publishers, consulting firms, and service firms use Projet2Team's business CRM software.

Details of the startup:

  • Number of employees: 1-10

You can find their website here.

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