Are you developing an innovative entrepreneurial project? Bring your project to life with our Kivo incubator

Two programmes are available for entrepreneurs looking to bring their innovative business to fruition with Kivo, the joint incubator of Centrale Nantes, Audencia and Nantes University:
 

• LAUNCH to launch your innovative business
• ACCELERATE to structure your growth

When you are supported by the Kivo Incubator, you:

• benefit from structural support from the very beginning
• have access to a network of experts, mentors and entrepreneurs
• can focus 100% on your project in a stimulating environment at Centrale Nantes
• benefit from synergies with faculty, students and alumni
• don't have to cope alone with doubts, pivots and first sales

The support programmes are tailored to your needs, funded by the incubator (so they cost you nothing) and do not involve any equity stake. The Kivo Incubator has supported more than 170 projects, created 140 companies and generated more than 1,300 jobs in the Pays de la Loire region.

Who can apply?

• Alumni of Centrale Nantes or Audencia
• Faculty at Centrale Nantes, Audencia or Nantes University
• You are 100% dedicated to your innovative project
• Your business is based in the Pays de la Loire region

Submit your application by Sunday 23 November 2025.

Any questions about the programmes?

Do you have questions about the programmes? Are you wondering if this is the right time to seek support? Would you like to test your project?

Discuss it with Benjamin Communier, support manager at the Kivo incubator. ➡  Book a slot