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e-Novia

e-Novia

e-Novia is a Milan-based innovation powerhouse established in 2015. As an “Enterprises Factory,” it transforms academic and research innovations into thriving ventures by uniting technological vision with execution. With a core team of around 130, and an extended network of roughly 250 through their startups, they support over 30 projects backed by more than 50 registered patents. Rooted in Physical AI, their work integrates sensors, AI, and embedded systems to bring intelligence into the real world.

Their portfolio spans a range of disruptive technologies, from Weart, tactile gloves that reimagine sensory experiences; to Tokbo, smart bolts that monitor infrastructure; and Smart Robots, vision systems enhancing manual quality control. Other highlights include InstaFactory, which accelerates the harvest-to-packaging workflow; Huxelerate, for digital optimization of vehicle systems; Blubrake, an integrated ABS for e-bikes; and Blimp, a smart platform for urban data analytics.

Beyond project incubation, e-Novia offers innovation consulting to assist established companies in navigating complex challenges. Supported by strong ties to universities and research institutions, and recognized as an engine of high-impact industrial ventures, e-Novia stands at the forefront of turning inventive ideas into tangible, scalable products.

Company Information

Overview & Mission
Founded in 2015 and based in Milan, Italy, e-Novia operates as an “Enterprises Factory.” Its mission is to transform research into market-ready products, turning researchers into entrepreneurs and startups into enduring enterprises. With deep expertise in Physical AI—leveraging sensors, embedded systems, and AI algorithms—the company creates solutions that bridge digital intelligence and physical interaction.

Operations & Reach
e-Novia has approximately 130 core team members, expanding to around 250 when including its portfolio of startups. The ecosystem includes over 30 entrepreneurial projects, supported by more than 50 patents. The company nurtures innovation through collaborations with universities, research centers, and corporate partners.

Notable Projects

  • Weart: Advanced haptic gloves enabling immersive sensory experiences.

  • Tokbo: Intelligent, sensor-equipped bolts for infrastructure monitoring.

  • Smart Robots: AI-driven vision systems for manual quality inspection.

  • InstaFactory: Mobile production units that streamline harvest-to-packaging transitions.

  • Huxelerate: AI-powered simulation for optimizing vehicle software and architecture.

  • Blubrake: Fully integrated e-bike ABS system built into the frame.

  • Blimp: Urban data-monitoring software powered by AI.

Industry Recognition & Services
As a hub of innovation and industrial excellence, e-Novia provides venture-studio services to create new companies and innovation consulting for established businesses.

Products

Newsletter

    Latest Products

    ESP32-EVB is an industrial-grade development board with Ethernet, relays, CAN bus, and microSD — perfect for robotic automation, gateways, or industrial IoT systems with rugged connectivity needs.

    Olimex ESP32-EVB

    Combines ESP32 with LoRa transceiver and OLED screen. It’s designed for long-range telemetry and low-power robotics like delivery drones, field monitors, and agricultural bots.

    Heltec WiFi LoRa 32 (V3)

    Sponsored

    Events

    Shopper Insights Tech Showcase

    Live demos of AI-driven shopper research tools, including biometrics, neuromarketing, and ethnography