Safran Corporate Ventures
Overview
Safran Corporate Ventures is the corporate venture capital arm of Safran Group, established in 2015. It strategically invests in startups developing disruptive technologies and innovative business models applicable to the aviation, space, and defense sectors. The firm focuses on areas including decarbonization, sovereignty, and digital transformation, providing portfolio companies with both financial resources and access to Safran's global network of experts to foster growth and create mutual value.
Portfolio Companies
16
Website
safran-group.comInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aura Aero | Apr 2026 | Series B | Co-investor |
| Sintermat | Jun 2022 | Series A | Lead |
| Blackshark.ai | Nov 2023 | Series A | Co-investor |
| INERATEC | Jan 2024 | Series B | Co-investor |
| Cailabs | Dec 2022 | Series C | Co-investor |
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FAQ
Where is Safran Corporate Ventures based?
Safran Corporate Ventures is headquartered in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
When was Safran Corporate Ventures founded?
Founding year information for Safran Corporate Ventures is not publicly available.
How many portfolio companies does Safran Corporate Ventures have?
Safran Corporate Ventures has 16 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Safran Corporate Ventures's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Aura Aero, Sintermat, Blackshark.ai, INERATEC, Cailabs.
What was Safran Corporate Ventures's most recent investment shown here?
Safran Corporate Ventures's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Aura Aero in 2026.
What sectors does Safran Corporate Ventures focus on?
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What company stages does Safran Corporate Ventures focus on?
Safran Corporate Ventures typically invests at the Early stage.