EIT Urban Mobility is the most active investor in European mobility start-ups in 2023
With 62 investment rounds in 2023, EIT Urban Mobility is the top investor in European mobility start-ups according to the latest report of Via ID and Dealroom. With one exit, the current investment portfolio contains 127 start-ups and has a total value of €1bn with companies covering 29 European countries. While these innovations cover all aspects […]
EIT Urban Mobility commitment with Portugal’s sustainable objectives.
Portugal has been making noteworthy progress in urban mobility in recent years. The country has set ambitious goals and objectives, driven by the motivation to reduce the environmental impact of transportation and create more sustainable cities. One of the primary objectives of Portugal’s urban mobility policies is to reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainable transportation. […]
Why we invested in Dreamwaves? – A spatial audio technology serving vulnerable commuters
Nowadays, a new generation of sector-agnostic VC (Venture Capital) funds is emerging to laser-focus on solutions advocating for inclusivity. This trend follows the political agenda of decision-makers backed by a vast amount of data collected in the past decade. As showcased in multiple studies, they serve researchers and thought leaders when pointing out gaps and […]
Why we invested in ProperGate? – The smart solution to deal with logistics of complex construction sites and suppliers
When thinking about the scope of urban mobility, there is always a vertical that pops into our minds and this is city logistics. However, what fits within the concept of logistics is never too obvious. Construction tech is a rapidly growing industry that has the potential to transform the way we build and manage our […]
Why we invested in YUP? – The (R)evolution in Micromobility Infrastructure
With the boom of new personal mobility devices (PMDs) in recent years, E-scooters are now one of the fastest-growing micromobility solutions in Europe, which has a unique potential to develop a world-leading ecosystem promoting sustainable urban mobility, with unparalleled potential to create new jobs, reduce air pollution, accelerate the transition toward climate targets. A new […]
Why We Invested in SHQUARED – The Ultimate Space Sharing Platform
Urbanization is a global trend that is rapidly accelerating, with over half of the world’s population now living in urban areas. SHQUARED contributes to more sustainable urban development by maximizing the use of existing infrastructure and reducing the need for new buildings or parking structures. That´s why we invested in SHQARED! According to the United […]
Why we invested in MIOO Cycling? – bicycle service at your place
Bicycles are a popular, convenient, and sustainable mode of transportation, but they are also vulnerable to theft and damage. With the increasing popularity of cycling as a mode of transportation, the demand for infrastructure and support for bike riders is on the rise. A solution was needed, and MIOO is the answer. MIOO Cycling is […]
Impact investment for real – how to get it right?
Saying you want to become the leading impact investor in Europe in the mobility sector is one thing, proving it another. How do you define impact, and how do you measure it? Together with the Upright Project, Katapult and geoFluxus, EIT Urban Mobility has discussed this topic during a panel session at Slush 2022. […]
Extra investment opportunities to start-ups incorporated in RIS countries
All over Europe, entrepreneurs are working on innovative solutions to cope with urban mobility challenges. However, circumstances differ across the continent resulting in unequal number and quality of funding opportunities for locally emerging businesses. Through the Regional Innovation Scheme (RIS), EIT tackles such disparities by spreading its activities more evenly. More precisely, the RIS region […]
Eleven new entries to EIT Urban Mobility’s equity portfolio
EIT Urban Mobility’s equity portfolio keeps growing! During the first half of 2022, EIT Urban Mobility has invested in eleven innovative start-ups. Furthermore, four follow up investments have been made in existing companies from our equity portfolio. The common factor between all these top-tier entrepreneurs is their impact on reshaping the mobility landscape. They are […]
EIT Urban Mobility’s equity startup HOPU got acquired by Libelium
HOPU (HOP Ubiquitous), one of EIT Urban Mobility’s first equity startups, has been acquired by Libelium. With its Internet of Things (IoT) solutions for monitoring air quality, noise pollution, and meteorological parameters, HOPU makes a good match with Libelium, a leading company in the design and manufacturing of wireless sensor network devices to deliver reliable […]
EIT Urban Mobility has invested in 35 ventures since 2020 and keeps up
EIT Urban Mobility just opened an ongoing investment call for early-to-seed stage ventures. Selected scale-ups and start-ups can receive up to €500,000 capital. More importantly, the offer goes beyond funding. Ventures will benefit from fast-track introductions into the urban mobility community via the extensive regional and pan-European network, including cities, mentors, and industry leaders. This allows […]
Call for Expressions of Interest: Empowering women in active mobility
EIT Urban Mobility seeks a partner organisation (gold or silver) with expertise in active mobility, community change and community initiatives that empower local residents. The organisation will support a programme testing new mechanisms to engage with local citizens (women) in active mobility. As this is the first time running this programme, the activities will include […]
EIT opens call for participants in Women2Invest
Women2Invest aims at helping women start their careers in venture investment, both through training and access to funds. At the same time, it gives investors access to a group of promising women with technical background that will add diversity to their investment teams. Women2Invest is an access and training activity aimed at helping women with […]
