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Innovacom

Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris

Description

Innovacom is a prominent French venture capital firm with a rich history spanning over three decades, establishing itself as a key player in the European tech investment landscape. Founded with a focus on fostering innovation, the firm primarily targets deep tech, digital, and industrial technology companies. Its long-standing presence in the market has allowed it to build a robust portfolio and a strong reputation for identifying and nurturing high-potential startups from early stages through to significant growth.

The firm's investment philosophy extends beyond mere capital injection, emphasizing strategic value creation through active support and extensive networking for entrepreneurs. Innovacom prides itself on its hands-on approach, leveraging its deep industry expertise and broad network to assist portfolio companies in navigating market challenges and scaling operations. This comprehensive support has contributed to an impressive track record, with the firm having supported over 150 companies and facilitated more than 100 successful exits over its operational history, including notable successes like Gemplus and Soitec.

Innovacom continues its commitment to innovation through its latest fund, Innovacom 6, which aims to raise €150 million (approximately $162 million USD at current exchange rates). This fund is designed to invest in approximately 15 to 20 promising startups, primarily at the seed, Series A, and Series B stages. Typically, Innovacom's initial investments range from €1 million to €5 million, equivalent to about $1.08 million to $5.4 million USD. The firm also has the capacity for significant follow-on investments, potentially committing up to €10 million (approximately $10.8 million USD) per company throughout its lifecycle, demonstrating a strong commitment to the long-term success of its portfolio ventures.

Investor Profile

Innovacom has backed more than 160 startups, with 5 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 36 rounds, about 23% of its total and boasts 44 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series Unknown, Series B, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in France, United States, Canada.
  • Strong thematic focus on Software, Telecommunications, Mobile.
  • Led 2 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $1.1M – $5.4M.

Stage Focus

  • Series Unknown (25%)
  • Series B (23%)
  • Series A (23%)
  • Series C (14%)
  • Seed (6%)
  • Series E (3%)
  • Series D (3%)
  • Series F (2%)
  • Private Equity (1%)
  • Debt Financing (1%)

Country Focus

  • France (57%)
  • United States (23%)
  • Canada (6%)
  • Sweden (4%)
  • United Kingdom (4%)
  • Ireland (2%)
  • Luxembourg (1%)
  • Austria (1%)
  • Germany (1%)
  • Belgium (1%)

Industry Focus

  • Software
  • Telecommunications
  • Mobile
  • Manufacturing
  • Wireless
  • Information Technology
  • Electronics
  • Internet
  • Semiconductor
  • Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Innovacom frequently co-invest with?

NV
Europe, Hovedstaden, Denmark, Copenhagen
Co-Investments: 9
Canaan Partners
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 6
Ventech
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 7
JK&B Capital
North America, Illinois, United States, Chicago
Co-Investments: 9
3i Group
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 6
Seventure Partners
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 7
Labrador Ventures
North America, California, United States, Palo Alto
Co-Investments: 6
Bpifrance
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Maisons-alfort
Co-Investments: 12
Intel Capital
North America, California, United States, Santa Clara
Co-Investments: 8
Karista
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 6

Which angels does Innovacom often collaborate with?

BM
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Shared Deals: 1
JP
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
TE
Europe, Brussels Hoofdstedelijk Gewest, Belgium, Brussels
Shared Deals: 2

What are some of recent deals done by Innovacom?

MagREEsource

Grenoble, Rhone-Alpes, France

MagREEsource is to link the circular economy by providing a green metallurgical solution.

Mining
Series AJul 22, 2025
Amount Raised: $26,882,600
AISPRID

Saint-malo, Bretagne, France

AISPRID is a robotic company that manufactures autonomous robots for soft fruit picking.

AgTechFarmingManufacturingRobotics
Series AJan 21, 2025
Amount Raised: $10,394,740
ION-X

Boulogne-billancourt, Ile-de-France, France

ION-X is the developer of a technology that provides the most efficient propulsion for small spacecraft.

AerospaceManufacturing
Series ADec 10, 2024
Amount Raised: $13,690,696
Interactive Autonomous DYnamic Systems

Roquefort-la-bédoule, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, France

Iadys designs robotic and AI solutions like the Jellyfishbot for environmental preservation and oil spill response.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Product DesignRobotics
Series ANov 12, 2024
Amount Raised: $7,431,645
Samp

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

Samp develops software that consolidates technical information into Digital Twins for all stakeholders.

3D TechnologyMachine LearningSoftware
Series UnknownSep 16, 2024
Amount Raised: $6,677,596
Sirfull Technology

Schiltigheim, Alsace, France

Sirfull Technology offers innovative software solutions dedicated to industrial assets management.

ComputerSoftware
Series UnknownSep 2, 2024
Amount Raised: $6,641,098
Tilkal

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

Tilkal is a blockchain-based supply chain traceability and trust platform for Industry 4.0

BlockchainCosmeticsFashionFood and BeverageMedicalRetail
Series UnknownMay 20, 2024
Wingly

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

Wingly is a flight sharing platform where private pilots offer their flights and passengers can fly with them.

AerospaceInternetLeisureTravel
Series UnknownMay 13, 2024
Amount Raised: $3,777,234
Diabeloop

Grenoble, Rhone-Alpes, France

Diabeloop is a medical device company for diabetes and closed-loop system.

Clinical TrialsHealth CareMedicalMedical Device
Series UnknownMar 4, 2024
Amount Raised: $16,281,236
Elixir Aircraft

La Rochelle, Poitou-Charentes, France

Elixir Aircraft is an aerospace company that provides aircraft, component manufacturing, and training services.

AerospaceIndustrialManufacturing
Series UnknownFeb 27, 2024
Amount Raised: $14,092,645