# Ilion Water Technologies

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/ilion-water-technologies

- Industry: Power & Utilities
- Headquarters: Paris, France
- Website: www.ilion-watertech.com
- Total disclosed funding: $4.4M
- Latest round: Seed (Mar 9, 2026)
- Investors on record: 6

## About

Ilion Water Technologies, based in Paris, France, specializes in pioneering water purification systems. The company focuses on pressure-free Reverse Osmosis (RO) technology to tackle global water scarcity challenges across various sectors.Ilion Water Technologies, founded in 2025 in Paris, France, provides innovative water purification solutions aimed at addressing water scarcity. The company raised EUR 3.8 million in Seed funding in March 2026, targeting advancements in low-pressure desalination systems. The funding was led by investors including Bpifrance Investissement Régions and the European Research Council. Specific details regarding the founder’s history are not provided.Ilion Water Technologies specializes in innovative water purification solutions, primarily focusing on pressure-free Reverse Osmosis (RO) systems. This technology optimizes the desalination process by eliminating traditional energy-intensive pressure requirements. The company's core offerings address water scarcity issues faced by industries, municipalities, and agricultural operations. Ilion's products are designed for regions with limited freshwater, including arid areas in the Middle East, parts of Africa, and South Asia, promoting simpler operations and enhanced sustainability.Ilion Water Technologies generates revenue through direct sales of its proprietary pressure-free RO systems and potential service contracts tied to installation and maintenance. The company operates primarily on a B2B basis, partnering with municipal governments, industrial facilities, and agricultural enterprises. Clients typically engage in purchasing agreements that include hardware costs and ongoing support services, tailored to meet diverse operational needs and budgets. The structure of pricing plans reflects the scale of implementation and specific client requirements, which supports the adoption of its solutions.In March 2026, Ilion Water Technologies raised EUR 3.8 million in Seed funding aimed at advancing the industrial development of its low-pressure desalination pump. The company plans to conduct real-world pilot tests with industrial partners beginning in 2026 in the Île-de-France region. Additionally, Ilion is focused on expanding its market presence in regions impacted by water scarcity, leveraging the funding to enhance product development and regional outreach.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Mar 9, 2026, $4.4M — Demea Invest, Bpifrance Investissement Régions, CNRS Innovation, Région Île-de-France, Critical Path Ventures, European Research Council

## Investors

- Demea Invest (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/demea-invest) — Seed
- Bpifrance Investissement Régions (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/bpifrance-investissement-regions) — Seed
- CNRS Innovation — Seed
- Région Île-de-France — Seed
- Critical Path Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/critical-path-ventures) — Seed
- European Research Council — Seed