NEWS - 2024/07/01

The UAM Plazza Accelerator Programme Announces its 2024 Participants

      • The 6 start-ups with the most potential to improve Urban Air Mobility in European cities were chosen for the new cohort of the accelerator programme.
      • The programme is kicking off in July in Toulouse and it will end in November, after a Demo Day event. The project is co-funded by EIT Urban Mobility and will be led by Toulouse Métropole, with the collaboration of Aerospace Valley and CARNET.

With over 40 applications received from across Europe and EU-associated countries, the UAM Plazza Accelerator Programme’s consortium selected the six most promising start-ups in the field of Urban Air Mobility for its 2024 batch. The programme is co-funded by EIT Urban Mobility, an initiative of the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), a body of the European Union. Over the next six months, the participating start-ups will benefit from expert workshops, connections to the local and European UAM ecosystem, access to living labs across European cities, and fundraising opportunities.

These innovative start-ups aim to transform urban mobility by integrating advanced air mobility solutions to help decongest and decontaminate cities while providing safety and convenience. Their solutions revolve around the transport of medical goods, surveillance, security, safety, and ground-enabling infrastructures.

Selected start-ups to participate in the programme:

  • Maple Aviation GmbH: The start-up revolutionises medical transport with advanced drones capable of autonomous, high-precision flight. These drones handle payloads up to 10kg over 100km, operate in 90% of weather conditions, and are collision-resilient. They improve surgery sample transport and medication supply management, reducing costs and enhancing patient outcomes.
  • 432 TECHNOLOGIES: 432 Technologies redefines mobility and location services with advanced aeronautics and geopositioning solutions. With extensive experience in naval aviation and integrated airborne systems, they excel in complex project management and technical expertise. Their products include custom VTOL solutions, positioning tools, and consulting services for flight testing and operational evaluation.
  • Aerix Systems: Aerix Systems introduces groundbreaking omnidirectional propulsion technology, enabling the creation of ultra-fast and ultra-maneuverable flying platforms. Their gyroscope-based system offers unrivaled strength, stability, and precision control, making it ideal for offshore operations and precise contact measurements. This active and secure technology enhances civil and military response methods by optimizing movements in complex environments and missions.
  • Skypuzzler ApS: Skypuzzler revolutionizes drone services with its iDATC (integrated Digital Air Traffic Control) technology, enabling safe and autonomous flight navigation in complex airspace. This integrated module facilitates clear paths and instructions through software-to-software communication, eliminating the need for additional equipment on drones. Essential for ensuring flight safety and scalability, iDATC advances Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM) systems for Beyond Visual Line Of Sight (BVLOS) operations.
  • First Airborne Ltd: First Airborne presents Windborne™, a patented wind measurement sensor revolutionizing wind farm management. Offering precise nacelle alignment detection and power curve assessment, their services ensure optimal turbine performance. With on-demand drone services, they provide unparalleled flexibility, eliminating the need for on-site technicians.
  • Avy: Avy is the leading VTOL drone developer of the EU, developing innovative self-flying aircraft for humanitarian, life-saving, and professional applications. which are used by police departments, firefighters or medical services.

The programme is developed by an international consortium composed of Toulouse Métropole, Aerospace Valley, and CARNET. It promises a six-month period of intense engagement and support for the participating teams as they tackle urban mobility-related issues affecting daily life in cities. This period will culminate in a Demo Day event in November.

For more information about the UAM Plazza Accelerator Programme, please visit https://www.eiturbanmobility.eu/impact-ventures/accelerator/urban-air-mobility/ and stay updated with the latest news during the course of the programme via the UAM Plazza Accelerator LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/uam-plazza-accelerator