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Snapshot 2026-10-13- Startup SignalsTop 50%
- Vertical IndustriesTop 50%
- AutomationRankedof 165
- DroneRankedof 37
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France-based HyLight builds autonomous hydrogen-powered inspection airships carrying LiDAR, cameras and methane sensors, with AI software that detects grid defects and vegetation risk, replacing helicopter inspections for utilities such as Enedis, NaTran, Téréga and SNCF Réseau.
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- 2026-10-12$15M
Investors · Rubio Impact Ventures、DRW、Teampact Ventures、Y Combinator、Ring Capital
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