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Nantes is home to a diverse startup scene with companies specializing in retail, energy, and software. The city's ecosystem includes both established players and more recent ventures.
Product experience company Akeneo leads in funding with $196.4M raised. Newer startups like Sunology and Beem Energy are also notable for their focus on the solar energy sector.
Below is our list of 53 Nantes startups worth keeping an eye on.
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Get the Sheet for $50Akeneo builds a Product Experience Management (PXM) solution designed to help brands create consistent and engaging product experiences. Their platform allows companies to centralize and control product information, ensuring accuracy across all sales and marketing channels.
Underdog gives household appliances a second chance by refurbishing and selling them through a simplified online shop. Their model makes it easier for consumers to purchase reliable, reconditioned electronics.
iAdvize provides a conversational platform that connects customers with on-demand experts for real-time advice through messaging. The service helps brands boost online sales and build loyalty by adding a layer of human expertise to their customer support.
Sunology develops plug-and-play solar stations designed for easy home installation. Their product lineup makes renewable energy accessible for homes, apartments, and electric vehicle charging.
Obat builds invoicing software designed specifically for contractors and self-employed professionals in the construction industry. Their SaaS platform simplifies quoting, billing, and site management to help tradespeople run their businesses more efficiently.
Beem Energy develops plug-and-play solar kits designed for easy home installation. Their systems empower homeowners to produce and manage their own clean energy, helping to reduce electricity bills and environmental impact.
Lyv offers a digital therapy program designed to help people manage chronic pain through its mobile application. Their platform provides personalized support and therapeutic content to improve users' daily wellness.
Smartway builds an AI-powered platform to help supermarkets reduce food waste. Their technology guides in-store teams to identify products nearing expiration and determines the optimal path for each item, from markdowns to donations.
Shopopop offers a collaborative delivery platform that connects retailers with a community of private individuals for last-mile service. Their platform allows customers to have groceries and local purchases delivered by someone already traveling on a similar route.
VoltR has developed a process to restore and recondition used lithium batteries for a second life. This manufacturing service extends the lifespan of batteries, promoting a circular economy for electric mobility and industrial equipment.
The top 10 are just a small slice of what’s happening in Nantes. Across the city, founders are building companies in fields like biotech and agtech, raising more than €250 million combined.
Some of these companies are just getting started, while others have been growing for years. Here’s a look at the other startups that are shaping the local scene.
| Startup | Industry | Year Founded | Amount Raised | Last Funding Round |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biotech | 2014 | €26.5M | Series C | |
| Biotech | 2019 | €29.8M | Series A | |
| AgTech | 2014 | €10.5M | Series C | |
| AI | 2024 | $1M | Seed | |
| Analytics | 2015 | €15.5M | Venture Round | |
| Hardware | 2015 | €41.2M | Venture Round | |
| Media | 2014 | €27.5M | Series A | |
| Enterprise | 2023 | $2.4M | Seed | |
| Manufacturing | 2015 | €6.8M | Series A | |
| AgTech | 2020 | €4.2M | Seed | |
| Analytics | 2018 | €1.5M | Seed | |
| Marketplace | 2015 | €6M | Venture Round | |
| Logistics | 2017 | €3.5M | Series A | |
| Manufacturing | 2017 | €5M | Seed | |
| AgTech | 2018 | €6.3M | Seed | |
| Environment | 2016 | €7.3M | Venture Round | |
| Media | 2012 | €10M | Venture Round | |
| AI | 2021 | €1.1M | Seed | |
| Biotech | 2013 | $10.5M | Grant | |
| Healthcare | 2019 | €2M | Seed | |
| Enterprise | 2019 | €9.5M | Seed | |
| Data | 2017 | €2.2M | Venture Round | |
| Enterprise | 2020 | €3.3M | Seed | |
| Environment | 2019 | €381.5k | Seed | |
| Enterprise | 2020 | €1.4M | Venture Round | |
| Retail | 2015 | €2M | Venture Round | |
| Media | 2013 | €2M | Series A | |
| Hardware | 2015 | €3M | Series A | |
| Analytics | 2019 | €1.3M | Seed | |
| Sports | 2013 | €2M | Venture Round | |
| Enterprise | 2017 | €840k | Angel | |
| Enterprise | 2018 | €1.5M | Seed | |
| Education | 2014 | €3M | Seed | |
| Healthcare | 2021 | €3.1M | Venture Round | |
| Marketing | 2019 | €1M | Angel | |
| Biotech | 2017 | €1M | Grant | |
| Manufacturing | 2004 | €5M | Private Equity | |
| Biotech | 2022 | €2.4M | Seed | |
| AI | 2016 | €1.5M | Seed | |
| Enterprise | 2015 | €1.6M | Venture Round | |
| Retail | 2019 | $1M | Equity Crowdfunding | |
| Infrastructure | 2022 | €2M | Seed | |
| SaaS | 2021 | €700k | Seed |
