# CAILabs

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/cailabs

- Industry: Telecoms
- Headquarters: Rennes, France
- Website: www.cailabs.com/
- Total disclosed funding: $32M
- Latest round: Series C (Feb 18, 2022)
- Investors on record: 7

## About

Based in France, CAILabs SAS specializes in advanced photonics technology, focusing on laser light manipulation for applications in telecommunications, aerospace, and industrial processing.Founded in 2013 in Rennes, France, CAILabs SAS focuses on laser technologies. The company was co-founded by Jean-Francois Morizur and Nicolas Treps, with Jean-Francois Morizur currently serving as CEO. CAILabs has engaged in several funding rounds, with the latest, a Series C round of EUR 26.89 mn, closing on February 18, 2022, led by NewSpace Capital and also involving investors like Bpifrance and Safran Corporate Ventures. The total capital raised amounts to EUR 26.89 mn, valuing the company at EUR 88.98 mn.CAILabs specializes in advanced photonics technology, particularly in the field of laser light manipulation. Their core offerings include solutions for laser communications, industrial laser processing, and aerospace applications. The company’s flagship products such as TILBA® optical ground stations and CANUNDA laser welding heads are designed to enhance efficiency and precision in various applications, ranging from industrial manufacturing to telecommunications. CAILabs addresses challenges such as atmospheric turbulence in laser links and optimizes laser beam shaping for industrial processes, serving a diverse clientele including industries in aerospace and defense, telecommunications, and manufacturing across global markets.In the most recent year reported, CAILabs generated revenue amounting to EUR 3.03 mn and reported an EBITDA of EUR 2.53 mn. The company's revenue model includes direct sales of its advanced laser technologies, supplemented by partnerships with key players in various sectors, allowing for tailored solutions that are highly specific to customer needs.In July 2023, CAILabs SAS raised EUR 26.89 mn in Series C funding, led by NewSpace Capital, to expand its laser communications and optical ground station business. The funding will support the company’s strategy to launch new products and penetrate new markets, particularly targeting regions with high technological advancements, including North America and select countries in Asia. In September 2025, CAILabs SAS raised EUR 20 million in venture funding from NewSpace Capital and European Innovation Council (EIC) Fund, Bpifrance Investissement, Starquest Capital, Crédit Agricole Ille-et-Vilaine Expansion.The round was part of a larger EUR 57 million venture and debt funding. The round was part of a larger EUR 57 million venture and debt funding. CAILabs SAS raised EUR 37 million in venture debt funding from new investor European Investment Bank. The company will use the funding to expand its business reach, enhance its technology and improve supply continuity.

## Funding rounds

- Series C, Feb 18, 2022, $30M — Innovacom, Bpifrance, StarQuest, Safran Corporate Ventures, Credit Agricole Ille and Vilaine Expansion, NewSpace Capital
- Seed, Jan 20, 2014, $0.1M — Kima Ventures
- Seed, Dec 5, 2013, $1.5M — Innovacom, Kima Ventures

## Investors

- Innovacom (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/innovacom) — Seed, Series C
- Kima Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/kima-ventures) — Seed
- Bpifrance — Series C
- StarQuest (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/starquest) — Series C
- Safran Corporate Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/safran-corporate-ventures) — Series C
- Credit Agricole Ille and Vilaine Expansion — Series C
- NewSpace Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/newspace-capital) — Series C