Investing carries serious risks, including partial or total loss of capital. Please read the Key Investment Information Sheet and the Risk factors and login before investing.
Blulinc 1A
€17,500
total amount raised in round
- Eligible for a tax reduction
Market Analysis
The market for electric vehicles (EVs) is rapidly growing, driven by increasing environmental awareness and government policies aimed at reducing CO2 emissions. As more consumers and businesses transition to electric vehicles, the demand for reliable and accessible charging solutions is rising. This growing demand presents significant opportunities for companies capable of offering scalable, flexible, and user-friendly charging solutions.
Recent reports indicate that the global market for EV charging infrastructure is expected to expand significantly in the coming years, with an anticipated annual growth rate of around 30%. This creates a fertile ground for companies that provide innovative and customer-focused solutions.
Competitive Analysis
The EV charging solutions market is competitive, with a wide range of players ranging from established charging station manufacturers to newcomers. Key competitors include companies offering similar charging solutions, such as:
- Tesla Supercharger Network: Known for its network of fast charging stations, but limited to Tesla vehicles and not always compatible with other brands.
- ChargePoint: A major player with an extensive network of charging points, but often focused on fixed installations and offering less flexibility in rental models.
- EVBox: Provides charging solutions for various markets and has a strong presence in Europe but often lacks seamless integration of payment solutions and flexible rental models.
- Ionity: Focused on fast charging along highways with an emphasis on long-distance charging infrastructure but limited in the versatility of its offerings.
Blulinc’s Unique Selling Points (USPs)
- Flexible Rental Model for Charging Points: Blulinc offers a unique rental model allowing customers to rent charging points for home or office without long-term commitments. This provides flexibility and cost-efficiency that are not always available with competitors.
- Advanced Charging Card and Web App: Blulinc’s versatile charging card simplifies cost management, with options for prepayment and pay-as-you-go. The web app allows customers to start and stop charging sessions without downloads, providing a user-friendly experience.
- Mobile Emergency Charger: Blulinc’s latest innovation is the mobile emergency charger, capable of quickly responding to emergencies and events. This service provides a solution for customers facing battery issues, ensuring they can continue their journey.
- Integration with a Network of 600,000+ Charging Points: Through partnerships with Gireve and Hubject, Blulinc has access to over 600,000 charging points across Europe. This extensive coverage offers customers access to an unparalleled network of charging points, with future expansions through E-clearing and Ladenetz.
- User-Friendly Management Platform: The management platform for professional users provides a central dashboard for efficient monitoring and management of charging points. This platform is designed to enhance the customer journey by offering a clear and intuitive experience.
- Future Innovations: Blulinc continues to innovate with plans to develop a mobile robot capable of charging multiple vehicles simultaneously during events. Additionally, an emergency charging service is being developed to support customers with battery issues, providing immediate assistance and allowing them to continue their journey.
Advantages Over Competitors
- Flexibility and Adaptability: Blulinc’s flexible rental model and the ability to customize charging solutions offer advantages not always available with competitors using rigid models.
- Extensive Coverage: With access to a vast network of charging points across Europe, Blulinc provides unmatched coverage for its customers.
- Ease of Use and Innovation: Blulinc’s web app and management platform enhance the user experience by allowing simple access and management of charging solutions, supported by future innovations such as the mobile robot and emergency charging service.
Blulinc’s strong market position, innovative approach, and customer-focused solutions set it apart from competitors. The emphasis on flexibility, user-friendliness, and extensive network coverage makes Blulinc an attractive option for both consumers and businesses seeking reliable and accessible charging solutions. With the right investment, Blulinc can further strengthen its market position and transform the future of electric charging.
TAX SHELTER 30%
Investments in this company benefit from a 30% personal income tax reduction. Read more…A remaining amount of €482,500 is available for the Tax Shelter benefit.
Fact sheet
| Advised by a professional start-up advisor | |
| Valuation is set by the co-investor or incubator | |
| Co-investor or incubator will be members or observers to the board | |
| At the closing, an incubator, accelerator, or studio will have shares | |
| At the closing, the entrepreneurs have contributed a minimum of €15,000 in cash in exchange for shares | |
| Raised €10,000 during a private phase | |
| At the closing, a professional co-investor will have invested at least €25,000 | |
| Prior fundraising in equity or convertible loan with 10 or more investors | |
| Seasoned entrepreneurs | |
| Minimum 2 active entrepreneurs | |
| Valuation set by an organisation specialized in valuations of comparable size | |
| Valuation is less than €1 million or 10x last year’s turnover |
Raise summary
| Crowd investments | €17,500 |
| Committed by others | €0 |
| Amount raised | €17,500 |
| Minimum round | €25,000 |
| Maximum round | €1,000,000 |
| Shares in the company (total round) | 16.129% |
| Pre-money valuation | €5,200,000 |
| Post-money valuation min. | €5,225,000 |
| Post-money valuation max. | €6,200,000 |