Naïo Writes a New Chapter in Its Story and Strengthens Its Industrial Roots

A Complementary Duo at the Helm of Naïo

Naïo’s leadership is now shared by Antoine Monville, an experienced Toulouse-based entrepreneur and industrialist specializing in technological and industrial project management, and Matthias Carriere, Naïo’s long-standing Sales Director with more than ten years of experience in the company.

Their collaboration combines strategic vision and deep agricultural expertise, serving a shared mission of sustainable growth.

• Antoine Monville (CEO) brings 25 years of experience in entrepreneurship and industrial management. He will oversee engineering, innovation, and production.
• Matthias Carriere (COO) takes on the role of Chief Operating Officer, responsible for sales teams, customer support, and the distributor network.

They are supported by Jean-Marc Nozeran, former President of Continental Automotive France, who now chairs Naïo’s Supervisory Board, bringing his extensive industrial expertise to the project.

This new chapter is being written with the support of committed shareholders and public institutions — Mirova, Bpifrance, and the Occitanie Region (through its ARIS fund). Together, they are backing this relaunch with a comprehensive €6.4 million financing plan designed to strengthen Naïo’s industrial structure, accelerate production, and consolidate its commercial presence in France and abroad. The French agricultural robotics market is estimated to reach €3 billion by 2030 (source: FranceAgriMer), while the global market could reach €98 billion by 2033 (source: Spherical Insights).

Naïo: A Pioneer in Autonomous Agricultural Robotics

Founded in 2011 in Escalquens, France, Naïo Technologies designs and manufactures 100% electric and autonomous robots that support the agroecological transition. Recognized for their reliability and performance, Naïo’s solutions help reduce input use, relieve the strain of manual labor, and improve farm profitability. With over 350 robots deployed and operations on five continents, Naïo has established itself as a key player in the agriculture of tomorrow.

Naïo robots enable farmers to reduce herbicide use by 50–70% (studies: Canada PRR03-250, Syngenta 2024) and save up to 800 working hours per year. Their lightweight, fully electric design minimizes soil compaction, reduces emissions, and improves working conditions — addressing the global challenges of sustainability, profitability, and food sovereignty.

Renewed Industrial and International Ambition

Naïo now aims to accelerate its industrial development and strengthen its international partnerships. The company’s new action plan focuses on:

• Scaling up production capacity.
• Expanding the European distribution network.
• Consolidating R&D activities.

The goal is to achieve operational balance by 2028, with a target of 100 robots produced per year and €11 million in annual revenue by 2030. This plan also includes maintaining 21 jobs and creating 10 new positions by 2030, confirming Naïo’s strong regional roots and industrial momentum.

“Naïo is entering a new stage of its industrial and international development, with the ambition to consolidate its position as a leader in autonomous agricultural robotics. Together with our committed partners, we are implementing a sustainable growth strategy based on innovation, reliability, and real-world impact.” — Antoine Monville, CEO of Naïo Technologies.

“With over ten years of experience working closely with farmers, we know that the agroecological transition depends on efficient, accessible, and field-adapted tools. This new chapter will enable us to accelerate our European expansion and better support farmers in their daily work.” — Matthias Carriere, COO of Naïo Technologies.

About Naïo Technologies – Founded in 2011 near Toulouse, France, Naïo Technologies is a pioneer in the design and manufacture of autonomous, 100% electric agricultural robots. Its solutions promote sustainable agriculture by reducing chemical use, improving working conditions, and increasing productivity. With a presence on five continents and more than 350 robots in operation, Naïo is shaping the future of agriculture.

About Mirova – Mirova is a global asset management company dedicated to sustainable investment and an affiliate of Natixis Investment Managers. At the forefront of sustainable finance for more than a decade, Mirova develops innovative investment solutions across all asset classes, seeking to combine long-term value creation with positive environmental and social impact. Headquartered in Paris, Mirova offers a wide range of equity, fixed income, multi-asset, energy transition infrastructure, natural capital, and private equity strategies designed for institutional investors, distribution platforms, and individual investors across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific. As of June 30, 2025, Mirova and its affiliates managed €33 billion in assets. Mirova is a mission-driven company* and certified B Corp™.

References to a ranking, label, award, and/or rating do not guarantee future results for the fund or the manager. * Mirova has been a mission-driven company since 2020. For more information: www.entreprisesamission.com ** Since 2006, the B Corp movement has championed strong values of change, aiming to make business a “force for good” by recognizing companies that balance profit (“for profit”) with purpose (“for purpose”). The B Corp certification designates companies that meet high standards of verified performance, accountability, and transparency on factors ranging from employee benefits and charitable giving to supply chain practices and input materials. Certified since 2020, Mirova renews its B Corp certification every three years. Certification fees amount to €30,000. To learn more, visit: https://www.bcorporation.net/en-us/certification

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About Bpifrance – Bpifrance finances companies at every stage of their development through loans, guarantees, and equity investments. Bpifrance supports their innovation and international expansion projects, and also provides export insurance through a wide range of products. Advisory services, training programs (Bpifrance University), networking, and acceleration programs for startups, SMEs, and mid-caps are also part of the offer available to entrepreneurs. Thanks to its 50 regional offices, entrepreneurs benefit from a close, single, and efficient contact person to help them meet their challenges.

Subscribed by the French State for €300 million under the France 2030 plan, the Ecotechnologies 2 Fund is managed by Bpifrance Investissement. It makes investments ranging from €2 million to €10 million, systematically seeking pari passu co-investments with private investors, in the spirit of a prudent investor. The fund targets equity and quasi-equity operations for minority stakes in innovative SMEs.

More information: www.bpifrance.fr / presse.bpifrance.fr – Follow Bpifrance on Twitter : @Bpifrance – @BpifrancePresse

Press contact: Juliette Fontanillas – juliette.fontanillas@bpifrance.fr – 06 72 76 08 09

About the France 2030 Plan –

France 2030 embodies a dual ambition: to sustainably transform key sectors of our economy (health, energy, automotive, aeronautics, and space) through technological innovation, and to position France not just as a participant, but as a leader in shaping the world of tomorrow. From fundamental research and the emergence of ideas to the production of new goods and services, France 2030 supports the entire innovation lifecycle up to industrialization.

An unprecedented initiative by its scale
A total of €54 billion will be invested to help companies, universities, and research organizations succeed in their ecological and competitiveness transitions within strategic sectors. The goal is to enable them to meet the ecological and attractiveness challenges of the future and to foster the emergence of tomorrow’s industrial leaders.

France 2030 is defined by two cross-cutting objectives:
50% of expenditures dedicated to decarbonizing the economy,
and 50% directed toward emerging, innovative players, with no significant harm to the environment (in line with the Do No Significant Harm principle).

A collective implementation
France 2030 was designed and deployed in consultation with economic, academic, local, and European stakeholders to determine strategic orientations and flagship actions. Project leaders are invited to submit applications through open, rigorous, and selective procedures in order to benefit from State support. France 2030 is coordinated by the General Secretariat for Investment (SGPI) on behalf of the Prime Minister and implemented by the French Agency for Ecological Transition (ADEME), the National Research Agency (ANR), Bpifrance, and the Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations (CDC).

More informations: France 2030 | info.gouv.fr | @SGPI_avenir

About ARIS – Occitanie Region –  Created in 2021 at the initiative of the Occitanie Region, ARIS is an investment vehicle designed to strengthen the autonomy and resilience of strategic industrial sectors while supporting the development of future-oriented industries. It particularly supports projects in key sectors such as healthcare, agri-food, mobility, climate transition, and digital technology. By providing equity capital to regional companies involved in localizing or relocalizing production and know-how, ARIS contributes to economic development and job creation across the Occitanie region.