Success Stories: Beyond Traditional Boundaries

Toulouse's modern success stories show how aerospace expertise translates into broader tech innovation.

Delair started as a drone manufacturer but pivoted to become a data analytics company. Their drones collect visual data, but the real value lies in AI-powered analysis for industries from agriculture to mining. With over €40 million in funding, they're proving that Toulouse can birth unicorns.

Sigfox, though not strictly aerospace, leveraged Toulouse's expertise in satellite communications to build a global IoT network. Before financial troubles, it demonstrated that Toulouse could compete in pure tech plays.

EasyMile, developing autonomous shuttle vehicles, bridges aerospace and automotive. "Autopilot for planes inspired autopilot for ground vehicles," explains co-founder Gilbert Gagnaire. "The safety culture from aerospace gives us credibility in autonomous vehicles."