# H55

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/h55-s-a

- Industry: Aerospace
- Headquarters: Sion, Switzerland
- Website: www.h55.ch
- Total disclosed funding: $50M
- Latest round: Series C (Sep 21, 2023)
- Investors on record: 3

## About

Based in Sion, Switzerland, H55 S.A. specializes in developing electric propulsion systems for the aviation sector, focusing on sustainable and efficient flight solutions for various users.H55 S.A. was founded in 2015 in Sion, Switzerland, and focuses on electric propulsion systems for aviation. The company has secured a total of 6 deals, with its most recent funding round being a Series C raise of CHF 20 million on July 24, 2024, from the Government of Québec. The founders, André Borschberg and Sebastien Demont, have backgrounds in aviation and technology, contributing to the company’s innovative approach.H55 is at the forefront of developing electric propulsion systems tailored specifically for the aviation industry. The company's flagship product, the BRISTELL B23 Energic, is a fully electric two-seater aircraft designed for pilot training and short-range recreational flying. This aircraft features a 90 kW electric motor, with an optional upgrade to 104 kW for improved performance on grass and short runways, and operates on 48 kWh of lithium-ion batteries, offering a flight endurance of up to 60 minutes. H55’s electric propulsion systems (EPS) encompass an Energy Storage System (ESS) and an Electric Power Unit (EPU), which together provide efficient, clean, and quiet flight solutions. The primary end users of these systems include flight schools, regional aviation operators, and recreational pilots. H55's technology has been integrated into various aircraft models and is marketed primarily in Europe and North America, addressing the growing demand for sustainable aviation alternatives.H55's revenue generation model is primarily based on B2B transactions with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), flight schools, and aviation operators looking to electrify their fleets. The company collaborates with clients to customize and integrate its electric propulsion systems, often forming partnerships to retrofit existing aircraft, such as the Piper Archer and the De Havilland Beaver. These partnerships facilitate tailored energy solutions, allowing clients to enhance the sustainability and efficiency of their operations. Revenue is generated through direct sales of aircraft, long-term service contracts, and licensing agreements for technology use. The flagship product, the BRISTELL B23 Energic, exemplifies the firm's strategy of delivering innovative solutions to the aviation market while contributing to a carbon-neutral future in air transportation.In July 2024, H55 S.A. raised CHF 20 million in Series C funding from the Government of Québec. The company plans to utilize this funding to complete the necessary procedures for obtaining the EASA certificate for its battery packs. H55 aims to introduce new products and enhance its offerings while exploring market expansions into North America and Europe by 2025.

## Funding rounds

- Series C, Sep 21, 2023, $50M — +ND Capital, Tippet Venture Partners, RTX Ventures

## Investors

- +ND Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/nd-capital) — Series C
- Tippet Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/tippet-venture-partners) — Series C
- RTX Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/rtx-ventures) — Series C