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HelioRec est fier de présenter son premier Indice Breton d’Achat Local (IBAL), développé avec l’équipe Bretagne Relocalisons . Cet indice mesure le pourcentage de nos achats faits localement en Bretagne, y compris la fabrication de nos flotteurs. Au début de l’année, nous avons également ouvert notre entrepôt en Ille et Vilaine, renforçant ainsi notre ancrage régional. Cette initiative est une étape concrète vers: ✅ Le support de l’économie locale; ✅ La réduction des émission

We’re proud to announce that HelioRec’s innovative floating solar solution (Ref: P24-048/W200CX) has been granted Approval in Principle (AiP) Level II by Bureau Veritas Group Marine & Offshore - a strong endorsement of the technical integrity and feasibility of our marine energy system. The assessment was conducted under the following Bureau Veritas Rules and Regulations: NR 572 – Classification of Floating Offshore Wind Turbines NR 216 – Material and Welding for Marine Unit

It was a pleasure to participate in the Solarplaza Floating PV Europe Summit 2025! We’re proud to share that our CEO, Polina Vasilenko moderated the panel discussion: “Floating PV in Practice: Innovations that work, and the O&M realities behind them” with a great penalists: Feirouz Khadir, Technical Manager - France, JA Solar ; Hamed Roozdar, Head of Floating PV Department, Bata Energy Solutions ; Christoph Kutter, R&D Engineer Floating PV, BayWa r.e. Global ; Wim Nowé, Man

We’re proud to share that HelioRec has been featured in Les Echos , one of France’s leading business newspapers! The article highlights how our floating solar power plants are unlocking clean energy potential directly on the sea, offering a space-saving and eco-friendly solution for ports, coastal cities, and industrial players. This recognition is a strong step forward for our mission: accelerating the energy transition through innovative, water-based solar solutions . Read

We were honored to pitch HelioRec in front of Ministre de la Transition écologique, de la Biodiversité, de la Forêt, de la Mer et de la Pêche - Agnès Pannier-Runacher during the event “L'innovation bleue au service de la transition écologique et énergétique” at the Préfecture des Yvelines, as part of the opening of Choose France 2025. It was an inspiring morning discussing how blue innovation can accelerate the ecological and energy transition in France. From marine renewable

We are thrilled to officially kick off STEWART - a groundbreaking initiative under the Clean Energy Transition Partnership (CETPartnership), co-financed by the European Union and Région Pays de la Loire. This project is a major step forward in advancing environmentally friendly floating solar (FPV) solutions. Key goals of STEWART: ✅ Establishing a protocol to monitor environmental impacts across various FPV systems. ✅ Analyzing economic and legal frameworks to support sustai

In late January 2025, Storm Herminia brought record-breaking rainfall and severe flooding to Brittany, particularly affecting areas like Rennes, which experienced its worst flooding in over 40 years ( source ). Despite these challenging conditions, HelioRec's 250kW floating solar power plant in Brittany continued to generate electricity without interruption. The project is installed on a large water body and integrates advanced energy components, including inverters, DC, and

We are delighted to share that our Commercial Director, Guillaume de Roys had the privilege to pitch at the prestigious Blue Tech Index - a recognition of the most promising startups in the Maritime sector organised by Cluster Maritime Français . The Blue Tech Index plays a vital role each year in: ✔️ Increasing the visibility of maritime startups among decision-makers and partners, ✔️ Facilitating targeted investments, and ✔️ Strengthening the support for these innovative yo

HelioRec is thrilled to support the Women in Tech Global Award! As a supporter in the GREENTECH STARTUP category, we’re committed to recognizing innovative leaders who are driving sustainable solutions and paving the way toward a greener future. We’re proud to be part of this incredible initiative, joining forces with esteemed organizations like AXA, Bouygues Group, Pluxee, Amazon, Sandbox, Tech Diplomacy Forum, École des Ponts Business School, Absa Group, and Lalique. The e

HelioRec is proud to announce the successful installation of a 250 kWp floating solar power plant in France and comissioned on 29th of Ocotber 2024 ( video ). This fully commercial project marks a major milestone for the company, showcasing the scalability and effectiveness of floating solar technology in generating renewable energy. A Pioneering Floating Solar Project The project is installed on a large water body and integrates advanced energy components, including inverter

We are excited to have been chosen as a finalist in the Cleantech Open France 2024, where our Commercial Director, Guillaume de Roys , had the honor of pitching in front of the Bpifrance jury. It was a fantastic opportunity to discover, exchange, and support the cleantech innovations that are transforming the industries of today and tomorrow. At HelioRec, we are committed to driving sustainability and accelerating the transition to a cleaner, greener future. Being part of th

We are thrilled to share that our innovative floating solar project was recently featured on Le Groupe TF1 one of the leading TV channel in France! It was a fantastic opportunity to discuss our cutting-edge technology alongside Brest Port and their CEO, Christophe Chabert . Together, we are working towards a sustainable future, leveraging the potential of renewable energy on the water! A big thank you to everyone involved in making this project a reality, and to TF1 for hig

News from Floating PV Europe 2024 Summit hosted by Solarplaza in Paris! We are proud to share that HelioRec's CEO Polina Vasilenko was honored to be a part of the esteemed panel: "A Critical Look at Installation and O&M Safety in Floating PV Projects". It was a great opportunity to dive deep into the essential safety considerations for floating solar and share HelioRec's innovative approach to sustainable energy solutions. Our Commercial Director Guillaume de Roys also had

HelioRec is now officially a certified B Corporation ( B Lab )! This marks a significant milestone in our journey to create a more sustainable and equitable future. Becoming a BCorp means we are recognized for our commitment to meeting the highest standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency. It's a testament to our dedication to balancing profit with purpose and using business as a force for good. We are proud to share that HelioRec ach

The 8kW off-grid floating solar power plant in Tanzania was succesfully installed in collaboration with AquaBioTech Group , marking our first step in East Africa! This project is part of the EU-Horizon initiative, PrActiCe ( more information ). Our innovative solar system has been installed on two artificial ponds in Morogoro, creating a Living Lab that has already generated more than 700kWh of clean energy since July 5th. This small project is a significant milestone for us

We are thrilled to announce that HelioRec, in collaboration with Centrale Nantes , has successfully completed wave tank testing of the W200CM model! The full-scale prototype was manufactured in Bretagne at EMP ROTOMOULAGE and meticulously assembled by the HelioRec team, with invaluable assistance from the Bassins d'essais de Centrale Nantes team. Our tests were conducted under various conditions, including different sets of regular and irregular waves, reaching a maximum wa

We are pleased to announce that HelioRec has received Approval in Principle (AIP) Level 1 from Bureau Veritas Group . This important milestone reflects our commitment to innovation and excellence in the renewable energy sector. Thank you to our dedicated team and supportive partners for their contributions in achieving this. We look forward to continuing our work towards a sustainable future.

HelioRec had an incredible experience at Intersolar Europe in #Munich! Marie-Francoise Lucidarme , our Procuement Manager, had the privilege of connecting with industry leaders, exploring groundbreaking innovations, and discussing the future of solar energy. Intersolar Europe is the world's leading exhibition for the solar industry, and being part of this event was truly inspiring.

Our CEO Polina Vasilenko was invited to Sustainability Expert Forum in Paris organised by BNP Paribas CIB . Main outcomes: - Europe should use more locally produced products and be less dependent on China. At HelioRec we manufacture all the components of our floating system in Europe ( EMP ROTOMOULAGE ). - Technology will be key to the transition - businesses will benefit from both the digitalisation and decarbonisation of the energy system. - Biodiversity data is critical f

It was a great privilege to visit the South African Embassy in France and meet the ambassador - H.E. Nathi Mthethwa. South Africa is uniquely positioned to benefit from floating solar power plants: 1. Floating solar power plants utilize water surfaces, saving valuable land for agriculture, conservation, and urban development. 2. These floating solar panels reduce water evaporation from reservoirs, crucial in a water-scarce country. 3. Water cools the panels, boosting their e