Novac

Novac is an Italian company specializing in the development and production of a new generation of supercapacitors for the energy, mobility, and industrial sectors. The company was founded in 2020 by Matteo Bertocchi (CEO), Loris Bruzzi (COO), Alessandro Fabbri (CPO), and Aldo Girimonte (CTO), four alumni from the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia. The project originated in 2018 during a university program focused on entrepreneurship in the automotive field called Training for Automotive Companies Creation (T.A.C.C.).

The core of Novac's business is its proprietary technology for producing shapeable, all-solid-state supercapacitors. Unlike traditional supercapacitors that contain liquid electrolytes, Novac's are entirely solid, which eliminates risks of leakage, explosions, and evaporation, thereby improving safety. This solid-state design, combined with their moldable nature, allows for seamless integration into the existing structures of vehicles and devices, reducing weight and space constraints. This technology is designed to complement batteries by handling peak power loads, which can extend battery life and improve overall system efficiency. The supercapacitors offer benefits such as ultra-fast charging, an extended lifespan, and high-temperature tolerance up to 120°C.

Novac's business model begins with the development of innovative materials, including a Universal Current Collector for electrode stability and a hybrid organic-inorganic electrolyte named Poresel. The company targets high-performance markets where these features are critical, such as automotive, aerospace, marine, e-bikes, and electric boats. Novac collaborates with partners to design customized energy storage systems tailored to specific needs. The company secured €3.5 million in a seed funding round in March 2025, with backers including Eureka! Venture, CDP Venture Capital, and Galaxia, the Italian National Technological Transfer Hub for Aerospace. These funds are intended to accelerate technological development and establish a pilot production line, which is expected to be operational by early 2026.

Keywords: supercapacitors, solid-state energy storage, shapeable capacitors, electric mobility, peak power management, automotive technology, aerospace power systems, energy storage solutions, nanotechnology, advanced materials, e-mobility, high power density, fast charging, battery life extension, structural components, custom energy systems, venture capital, Motor Valley, sustainable mobility