The challenge
In a world increasingly affected by environmental issues such as climate change, resource scarcity, and loss of biodiversity, it is crucial for us at VINCI Energies to develop and implement sustainable solutions. Our responsibility towards the environment and future generations drives us to pursue innovative approaches that are both ecologically and economically viable. The circular economy plays a central role in this, as it aims to keep materials and resources in the economic cycle for as long as possible, optimize production processes, and minimize waste.
What we are looking for
Do you rethink industrial processes, optimize resources, and even enable new value creation through your solution? Then we should get to know each other!
We are looking for start-ups that drive a smart circular economy (recycle, recover, remanufacture, repurpose, etc.) with new methods, hardware, and software solutions in the following areas:
- Discrete manufacturing and process industry
- Industry, building & energy infrastructure
- IT/Data centers
- Construction sites and construction-related services
- Materials, components, tools for use on our construction sites and in infrastructure
We are active for customers from various industries in the following activities along the energy, industrial, building, and communication infrastructures:
- Planning & design
- Construction & installation
- Maintenance and servicing
- End of life and deconstruction
This is our common lever for a smarter circular economy.
Why VINCI Energies is the right partner for your startup
VINCI Energies is at the forefront of digital and energy transformation, offering a wide range of resources and networks. Our venture-client approach allows us to work together on real projects, focusing on the rapid integration and scaling of your solutions. Therefore we are especially looking for startups that that have already tested their solutions in the field. Working with VINCI Energies gives you
- Access to an extensive network of industry experts and potential customers
- The opportunity to test and develop your solutions in real use cases
- Support from our expertise in integrating complex systems
- The chance to become part of an ecosystem that promotes and realizes innovation
Take advantage of the fast-track process of our Startup Connect program to gain access to the VINCI Energies network and thus customer projects, become a supplier or let us enter go-to-market business partnerships.
Your idea fits „ Create a smarter circular economy“?
Does this approach work for you? Register until 31st May and submit your proposal. The most promising candidates will be selected for 1:1 remote meetings with our business units and experts beginning of July (will be announced soon).
Please send us a description of your company, your technology and how it can be used in our priority areas. Also describe in short how a partnership with VINCI Energies could accelerate your growth and success.
Together, we can shape the digital transformation and develop sustainable, efficient solutions to today’s challenges. We look forward to hearing from you and perhaps shaping the future together.
Are you interested in joining?
Register until 31st of May and submit your proposal. The most promising candidates will be selected for 1:1 remote meetings with our business units and experts beginning of July (will be announced soon).
As an external partner, HighTech Startbahn GmbH (HTSB) is in charge of ‘Create a smarter circular economy’ and, in close coordination with VINCI Energies, is responsible for direct communication with interested start-ups.
About VINCI Energies
VINCI Energies is one of the four divisions representing VINCI S.A., one of the world’s leading construction, construction-related services and concessions groups. VINCI Energies creates multi-technical solutions and services for energy, transport and communication infrastructure, as well as buildings, factories and IT systems. To promote its services and expertise, VINCI Energies has created four international brands focusing on four different business lines: Omexom for infrastructure, Actemium for industry, Axians for ICT and VINCI Facilities, along with local brands, for building solutions. These brands act and collaborate to develop innovations and environmental services. With an internal network of over 400 regionally based, agile and innovative Business Units in Germany, Austria & Switzerland we are making energy, industrial, transport and communication infrastructures, factories, buildings and information systems more reliable, secure, sustainable and efficient every day. Trust, respect and solidarity, the primacy of people over systems form the core of our identity as an entrepreneur.
