Europe's ground robots move from test to factory floor
Apr 8
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Shark Robotics
Builds ground robots for firefighting, explosive ordnance disposal and defence logistics, deployed across civil security services and armed forces in 15+ countries.
Founded 201651-200 employeesLa Rochelle, France0 open positionsWebsite
Ground Robotics
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Colossus
A heavy firefighting robot built for high-risk indoor and outdoor operations including tunnels, industrial complexes and urban structures. It delivers fire suppression at 3,800 L/min, carries up to 500 kg, climbs 45° slopes and operates for up to 12 hours using six quick-swap lithium-ion batteries. Eight tool-free interchangeable modules cover roles from water cannon and thermal imaging to CBRN sensing and casualty evacuation. The robot is IP67-rated and compact enough at 78 cm width to pass through standard doorways.
Rhyno Protect
An industrial firefighting robot designed for remote hazardous intervention at oil refineries, chemical plants, airports, harbours and underground facilities. Its water/foam cannon delivers 2,000 L/min suppression capacity and the platform carries up to 250 kg. A robotic arm module offers 70 kg lifting capacity, and the system supports mesh relay communications extending operational range beyond 1 km. Width of 74 cm allows deployment in confined spaces.
Barakuda
A logistics mule robot developed with feedback from the French Army for defence and civil emergency roles. It carries up to 500 kg of mission equipment, tows up to 1 ton and reaches 20 km/h on open ground. Operational endurance ranges from 6 to 10 hours per mission. The platform navigates 40° slopes and 30 cm obstacles, and is available with optional puncture-proof Michelin tyres for demanding terrain.
About
Shark Robotics is a French robotics company founded in 2016 by Cyril Kabbara and headquartered in La Rochelle. It designs and manufactures tracked and wheeled ground robots for hazardous missions, serving both civil security organisations and military customers worldwide.
Offices
La Rochelle, FranceSingaporeBacked by
Move Capital Fund IOcean ParticipationsOuest Croissance
Customers & Partners
French Ministry of Armed ForcesParis Fire Brigade
Timeline
2024
Received €14.5 million from the French State through the Ukraine fund for robot deliveries to Ukraine.
2023-01
Raised €10 million from Move Capital Fund I to expand R&D, scale production and accelerate international growth.
2023
Selected as one of 80 technological champions in the French Tech 2030 programme.
2019
Colossus robot deployed at the Notre Dame de Paris cathedral fire, operating for more than 10 hours at temperatures reaching 800°C.
2016
Founded in La Rochelle, France by Cyril Kabbara.
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Shark Robotics doesn't have any open positions at the moment.
Shark Robotics
Builds ground robots for firefighting, explosive ordnance disposal and defence logistics, deployed across civil security services and armed forces in 15+ countries.
Founded 201651-200 employeesLa Rochelle, France0 open positionsWebsite
Ground Robotics
Products & Solutions
Colossus
A heavy firefighting robot built for high-risk indoor and outdoor operations including tunnels, industrial complexes and urban structures. It delivers fire suppression at 3,800 L/min, carries up to 500 kg, climbs 45° slopes and operates for up to 12 hours using six quick-swap lithium-ion batteries. Eight tool-free interchangeable modules cover roles from water cannon and thermal imaging to CBRN sensing and casualty evacuation. The robot is IP67-rated and compact enough at 78 cm width to pass through standard doorways.
Rhyno Protect
An industrial firefighting robot designed for remote hazardous intervention at oil refineries, chemical plants, airports, harbours and underground facilities. Its water/foam cannon delivers 2,000 L/min suppression capacity and the platform carries up to 250 kg. A robotic arm module offers 70 kg lifting capacity, and the system supports mesh relay communications extending operational range beyond 1 km. Width of 74 cm allows deployment in confined spaces.
Barakuda
A logistics mule robot developed with feedback from the French Army for defence and civil emergency roles. It carries up to 500 kg of mission equipment, tows up to 1 ton and reaches 20 km/h on open ground. Operational endurance ranges from 6 to 10 hours per mission. The platform navigates 40° slopes and 30 cm obstacles, and is available with optional puncture-proof Michelin tyres for demanding terrain.
Open Positions (0)
No positions available
Shark Robotics doesn't have any open positions at the moment.
About
Shark Robotics is a French robotics company founded in 2016 by Cyril Kabbara and headquartered in La Rochelle. It designs and manufactures tracked and wheeled ground robots for hazardous missions, serving both civil security organisations and military customers worldwide.
Offices
La Rochelle, FranceSingaporeBacked by
Move Capital Fund IOcean ParticipationsOuest Croissance
Customers & Partners
French Ministry of Armed ForcesParis Fire Brigade
Timeline
2024
Received €14.5 million from the French State through the Ukraine fund for robot deliveries to Ukraine.
2023-01
Raised €10 million from Move Capital Fund I to expand R&D, scale production and accelerate international growth.
2023
Selected as one of 80 technological champions in the French Tech 2030 programme.
2019
Colossus robot deployed at the Notre Dame de Paris cathedral fire, operating for more than 10 hours at temperatures reaching 800°C.
2016
Founded in La Rochelle, France by Cyril Kabbara.
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