Gilles Schang

Deputy Managing Director - Investments in Greentech & French Tech Acceleration at Bpifrance

📍 Paris, Ile-de-France, France🔄 Updated September 2026💼 25 investments📅 25 years investing🗓 Last invested Sep 2022
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Board Member
Sep 2022
OceanWings’ mission is to provide the Shipping Industry with the most efficient Wind Assisted Propulsion Systems, enabling them to reduce emissions, lower operational costs, and protect the long-term value of their investments. By making innovative technology accessible, OceanWings aims to become a global leader in the decarbonization of shipping, helping steer the industry towards wind energy as the most scalable and ready solution for a sustainable future.
Board Member
Oct 2021
Tallano Technologies is a pioneer in the field of particle emission reduction systems for vehicle braking. The technological advances achieved in recent years have primarily been the result of the work of Tallano Technologies internal design office, made up of engineers and environment and climate specialists. The office now has 8 patented technologies to its name, making Tallano Technologies the market leader in the field of brake particle capture.
Board Member
Nov 2019
Naïo Technologies is a French start-up, a pioneer and world leader in agricultural robotics. Since the company was founded just over ten years ago by two engineers, Aymeric and Gaëtan, Naïo believes it is possible to respect and celebrate our heritage while preparing for the future and our ecological transition towards a more environmentally friendly precision agriculture, ecosystems, and humans. Thats why Naïo develops 100% electric and autonomous robots that allow farmers to focus on higher value-added tasks (and let the robot take care of sowing, hoeing, or weeding), reduce the arduousness of work, or compensate for the lack of manpower. Today, Naïo Technologies has over 350 robots in circulation around the world, and more than 80 employees based mainly in Escalquens (near Toulouse in the South of France). The company is also present in California, in Salinas, the heart of fruit & vegetable production in the United States. Naïo is supported by investors such as Mirova (a leading actor in sustainable investment), Bpifrance, Capagro (the first European independent venture capital fund dedicated to innovative AgTech & FoodTech startups with impact), and Demeter (a fund specialized in supporting ecological transition).
late stageFarming
Board Member
Jul 2018
AUTONOMOUS FUTURE, TODAY Bringing driverless vehicle solutions for people and goods to life with leading technology that provides a real service. With more than 400 deployments in over 30 countries, our technology has powered 1,000,000km of autonomous driving to date. We are a progressive company that develops software to automate transportation platforms without the need for dedicated infrastructure. EasyMile’s cutting-edge technology is revolutionising passenger and goods transportation, offering completely new mobility options. Clients include the world’s largest transport operators, city authorities, airports, corporations, business parks, and universities. POWERFUL SOFTWARE Through Autonomy by EasyMile, our software can be customised for white-label integration in numerous other vehicle platforms. ALL-IN-ONE MOBILITY SOLUTIONS TractEasy, our electric, driverless tow-truck allows round-the-clock ground transportation of goods on industrial sites and logistics centres. The EZ10 driverless electric shuttle provides first and last mile transportation on private sites or public roads. It offers a powerful fleet management and supervision system, one of the first to be deployed with real-world autonomous vehicles. INTERNATIONAL BY DESIGN Founded in 2014 in Toulouse - France we have close to 280 employees from more than 25 nationalities specialising in robotics, computer vision and vehicle dynamics, with more than 30 PhDs. We also have offices in Denver - USA, Berlin - Germany, Singapore. EasyMile is held by its founders, Alstom, Continental, Bpifrance, Searchlight Capital Partners, with McWin and NextStage AM.
Board Member
Feb 2017
Stanley Robotics is a deep tech company that combines hardware and software to provide solutions for outdoor logistics. The technology lies in a robot lifting and moving cars autonomously and in an intelligent storage management software. Robotics has transformed indoor logistics (e.g., in warehouses), resulting in a spectacular increase of productivity. Stanley Robotics’ ambition is to bring this transformation to outdoor logistics with their proprietary technologies. Founded in 2015, the SME is headquartered in Paris, France, and is also behind the world’s first outdoor robotic valet parking service.
Board Member
Dec 2016
Ÿnsect is one of world leader in the production of protein and natural insect fertilizers. Founded in 2011 in Paris, France, by both scientists and environmental activists, the company processes insects into high-end, high-value ingredients for animals, plants and humans. From its purpose-built state-of-the-art farms, Ÿnsect offers a long-term, sustainable, organic solution to accelerate protein and plant consumption. Ÿnsect uses pioneering proprietary technology covered by more than 470 patents, to produce its mealworms in fully automated vertical farms. Ÿnsect runs several production sites, including the worlds largest vertical farm in Amiens, France. The company exports its products around the world.
Board Member
Nov 2016
Since 2008, SABELLA is an innovative marine current turbines developer, supplying reliable turnkey energy solutions worldwide. With a differentiated and economically-optimized range of technologies, protected by appropriated patents, SABELLA endeavors to promote a new energetic model tailored for remote grids on islands and isolated shore communities. Based on a clean and reliable resource, the model offered by SABELLA to these markets is a sustainable alternative to costly and polluting fuel-based power generation.
Board Member
Sep 2015
Vulog is the worlds leading shared mobility technology provider, redefining fleet operations, driving profitability, and bringing positive change globally with sustainable, inclusive mobility solutions. Since 2006, our advanced AI-powered SaaS platform has empowered successful shared mobility businesses with flexible fleet management tools, consumer-facing mobile applications, and connected vehicle technology. We enable the launch of large-scale fleets in just three months, setting new industry standards. Our unique Mobility Showcase, the profitable 400-vehicle fleet Leo&Go carsharing in Lyon, France, is a growth accelerator for Vulog and our customers. The showcase allows us to uncover operational challenges and devise impactful solutions via the Vulog platform, pilot innovative features and strategies, and demonstrate operational excellence in action. Committed to greener mobility, we partner with major automotive players such as Toyota, BCAA, Hyundai-Kia, and VW Group as well as with key local partners such as Aimo Share in Sweden, HOURCAR in the United States, Eloop in Austria, and Mevo in New Zealand.
Board Member
Jun 2015
Usine IO is a service offering expertise/network/infrastructure for any hardware-based project looking to accelerate its development. Usine IO enhances and improves product design strategies from prototyping stages to manufacturing. Since 2014 Usine IO provides tactical prototyping tools to SMEs and startups thanks to a team of industrial experts (Design, CAD/CAM, Electronics, DfM, etc), an innovative product development methodology and an industrial network. Usine IO is based in Paris, France. More on : http://www.usine.io/ @usineio
early stageDesign
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Jun 2015
🦾 Product Design & Engineering 🛠 Venture Building & Entrepreneurship 💥 Giving The Spark Since 2020 📍 🇭🇰🇫🇷 & the world
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Apr 2015
CyGO Entrepreneurs is the First European CyberSecurity Studio Leveraging our expansive cybersecurity community across Europe, our Studio catalyzes early-stage technology ventures, whether stepping in as advisors or engaging as cofounders. https://cygo-entrepreneurs.com
Board Member
Jul 2013
About Fermentalg: Based in Libourne (France), Fermentalg is an industrial biotechnology company, specialized in the production of oil rich in fatty acids (omega-3), proteins and natural pigments (phycocyanin) by fermentation of microalgae. Fermentalg offers innovative products in the global market such Food, Feed and Environment. Fermentalg shares are listed on Euronext in Paris (FR0011271600 - FALG). For more information, www.fermentalg.com À propos de Fermentalg : Basée à Libourne (France), Fermentalg est une société de biotechnologie industrielle, spécialisée dans la production d’huiles riche en acides gras (oméga-3), de protéines et de pigments naturels (phycocyanine) par fermentation de microalgues. Fermentalg propose des produits innovants pour les marchés mondiaux tel que l’alimentation humaine et animale et l'environnement. L’action Fermentalg est cotée sur Euronext à Paris (FR0011271600 - FALG). Plus d’informations : www.fermentalg.com
mid stageBiotechnology
Board Member
Dec 2012
Ijenko develops, operates and markets a Platform of services combining the Internet of Energy and the Internet of Everything so that our customers deploy powerful business and consumer services for the smart home. IJENKO creates services such as: - the Internet of Energy: a unique suite of downstream and upstream applications on energy efficiency, demand response, micro-generation management, Electric Vehicle charging control and adaptive smart heating. Our context-aware platform is also used to develop and run flexibility plans for smart cities. Monitoring, Control and Automation services, which enable telecom providers to supply Home protection and automation services - Interaction with the Internet of Everything: we’re constantly widening the interoperability of our platform by integrating protocols and new objects according to the services strategies of our clients. We work with standards bodies, technology alliances and new open IoT Eco-systems to develop interactions between different environments for the benefit of the end customers and to enrich the business value of Service Providers. http://www.ijenko.com http://blog.ijenko.com/
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May 2010
Through the lens of predictive medicine, MEDICREA® leverages its proprietary software analysis tools with big data and machine learning technologies supported by an expansive collection of clinical and scientific data. The Company is well-placed to streamline the efficiency of spinal care, reduce procedural complications and limit time spent in the operating room. Operating in a $10 billion marketplace, MEDICREA® is a Small and Medium sized Enterprise (SME) with 210 employees worldwide, which includes 50 who are based in the U.S. The Company has an ultra-modern manufacturing facility in Lyon, France housing the development and production of 3D-printed titanium patient-specific implants. For further information, please visit: medicrea.com
Board Member
Oct 2007
"Innovative medicine for everyone, everywhere"​ Listed on the Euronext stock market, Adocia is a clinical-stage biotech company specialized in the development of best-in-class medicine relying on innovative formulations of already-approved therapeutic proteins. Adocia operates in the diabetes and metabolic disease field. The proprietary BioChaperone® technological platform is designed to enhance the effectiveness and safety of therapeutic proteins and their ease of use for patients. For more information, visit our website: www.adocia.com For careers offers, please click to the following link : http://offres.adocia.com/en
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2022
Board Member
Sep 2022
OceanWings’ mission is to provide the Shipping Industry with the most efficient Wind Assisted Propulsion Systems, enabling them to reduce emissions, lower operational costs, and protect the long-term value of their investments. By making innovative technology accessible, OceanWings aims to become a global leader in the decarbonization of shipping, helping steer the industry towards wind energy as the most scalable and ready solution for a sustainable future.
2021
Board Member
Oct 2021
Tallano Technologies is a pioneer in the field of particle emission reduction systems for vehicle braking. The technological advances achieved in recent years have primarily been the result of the work of Tallano Technologies internal design office, made up of engineers and environment and climate specialists. The office now has 8 patented technologies to its name, making Tallano Technologies the market leader in the field of brake particle capture.
Board Member
Feb 2021
Safety Line are the innovative creators of : - OptiFlight - In-flight guidance, the only fuel efficiency solution allowing airlines to optimize all flight phases including climb thanks to machine learning performance models, accurate 4D weather forecasts, and customized recommendations issued to pilots for each flight, - AirsideWatch Analytics, a Big Data tool to improve Airside efficiency by leveraging unprecedented analytics from ground radar data - SafetyCube, an integrated risk, Safety and compliance management solution for aviation based on a dynamic bowtie approach More info at https://www.safety-line.fr/en/appropriate-solutions/
2019
Board Member
Nov 2019
Naïo Technologies is a French start-up, a pioneer and world leader in agricultural robotics. Since the company was founded just over ten years ago by two engineers, Aymeric and Gaëtan, Naïo believes it is possible to respect and celebrate our heritage while preparing for the future and our ecological transition towards a more environmentally friendly precision agriculture, ecosystems, and humans. Thats why Naïo develops 100% electric and autonomous robots that allow farmers to focus on higher value-added tasks (and let the robot take care of sowing, hoeing, or weeding), reduce the arduousness of work, or compensate for the lack of manpower. Today, Naïo Technologies has over 350 robots in circulation around the world, and more than 80 employees based mainly in Escalquens (near Toulouse in the South of France). The company is also present in California, in Salinas, the heart of fruit & vegetable production in the United States. Naïo is supported by investors such as Mirova (a leading actor in sustainable investment), Bpifrance, Capagro (the first European independent venture capital fund dedicated to innovative AgTech & FoodTech startups with impact), and Demeter (a fund specialized in supporting ecological transition).
late stageFarming
2018
Board Member
Jul 2018
AUTONOMOUS FUTURE, TODAY Bringing driverless vehicle solutions for people and goods to life with leading technology that provides a real service. With more than 400 deployments in over 30 countries, our technology has powered 1,000,000km of autonomous driving to date. We are a progressive company that develops software to automate transportation platforms without the need for dedicated infrastructure. EasyMile’s cutting-edge technology is revolutionising passenger and goods transportation, offering completely new mobility options. Clients include the world’s largest transport operators, city authorities, airports, corporations, business parks, and universities. POWERFUL SOFTWARE Through Autonomy by EasyMile, our software can be customised for white-label integration in numerous other vehicle platforms. ALL-IN-ONE MOBILITY SOLUTIONS TractEasy, our electric, driverless tow-truck allows round-the-clock ground transportation of goods on industrial sites and logistics centres. The EZ10 driverless electric shuttle provides first and last mile transportation on private sites or public roads. It offers a powerful fleet management and supervision system, one of the first to be deployed with real-world autonomous vehicles. INTERNATIONAL BY DESIGN Founded in 2014 in Toulouse - France we have close to 280 employees from more than 25 nationalities specialising in robotics, computer vision and vehicle dynamics, with more than 30 PhDs. We also have offices in Denver - USA, Berlin - Germany, Singapore. EasyMile is held by its founders, Alstom, Continental, Bpifrance, Searchlight Capital Partners, with McWin and NextStage AM.
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