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Venture capital: in 10 years, Bpifrance has made a major contribution to the growth of the French start-up financing ecosystem
According to our assessment, Bpifrance’s direct investments and fund of funds activity have made a significant contribution to structuring and driving the supply of private financing to French start-ups, thereby helping to develop the ecosystem. Venture capital (VC) is a financing mechanism whereby one or more investors acquire a share, usually a minority share, in…
France’s African Diaspora Could Be the Key to Boosting Franco-African Business Ties, Says SAINTEX Manager Director
French industrial group SAINTEX has founded a new venture in Senegal in collaboration with a local partner. Its Manager Director, Cheikh Sow, recently participated in Bpifrance’s Inspire & Connect event in Dakar. He shares his vision for strengthening business relationships between France and African countries.
Why Kenya Is Drawing A New Generation Of French Companies And Entrepreneurs
The East African country has much to offer in terms of investment and business opportunities thanks to several dynamic sectors and innovative local corporate ecosystems. For French companies and entrepreneurs looking to do business in Kenya, it’s a matter of getting informed — and then taking the leap!
Tallano Technologies: A Solution For Braking Systems’ Little-Known Pollution Problem
Paris-based company Tallano Technologies has pioneered an innovative system that captures fine particles emitted when vehicles brake, reducing air pollution. It’s a solution that is becoming particularly relevant as new regulation for light and heavy-duty vehicles has been approved in the European Union.
Eurobubblies: A Sparkling French Recipe For Selling Gourmet Lemonade Globally
For 30 years, Eurobubblies has sold a range of artisanal sparkling lemonades produced in eastern France, and expanded into all corners of the world. Vice president Françoise Bénichou reveals a few of the ingredients at the roots of the company’s success.
Coppernic’s Mobile Solutions Improve Security Around The World
Watch the new episode of Explorers’ Words! In less than 3 minutes French Entrepreneurs sum up their firm’s experience abroad. Today’s guest is Kévin Lecuivre, chief executive of Coppernic.
Panier des Sens: French Cosmetic Company Exports The Mediterranean Savoir-faire To The Other End Of The World
The new episode of Explorers’ Worlds is out! In these videos, French entrepreneurs share their experience abroad. In today’s video we are welcoming Jérôme Lambruschini, founder and CEO of Panier des Sens
Eclatec lights up public spaces from South-Africa to Vietnam
Watch the new episode of Explorers’ Words! During a short video, French entrepreneurs share their Company’s experience abroad. In today’s episode we are welcoming Fabrice Juszczak, head of marketing of Eclatec.
Lisaqua’s “Permaquaculture” Innovation, Bringing Virtuous Shrimps From Indoor Tanks To Plate
Aiming for a more sustainable kind of aquaculture, Lisaqua is rolling out its technology inspired by “permaquaculture” to breed king prawns indoors, without any polluting discharge or antibiotics thanks to the creation of an ecosystem involving different marine species. The startup will soon open its first industrial-scale farm and plans to make a splash in the fresh shrimp market.