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The electric-assist bicycle
Innovation in the field of electric bicycles owes much to the company Mavizen, founded by Yannick Millet and Jérôme Sutter in Nantes. By integrating an electric motor into a traditional bike, they have made this mode of transportation more accessible and eco-friendly, contributing to the popularity of electric-assist bicycles. Well done!
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The modern tramway
Nantes was a pioneer in reintroducing the modern tramway in France. In 1985, the city revived this mode of urban transportation, becoming a model for other cities in France and abroad. The success of the tramway in Nantes demonstrated the advantages of an eco-friendly and efficient public transport system.
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The Machines of the Isle
Created by François Delarozière and Pierre Orefice, the Machines of the Isle in Nantes are a unique artistic and touristic project. Inspired by the world of Jules Verne and the inventions of Leonardo da Vinci, these gigantic mechanical creatures, like the Great Elephant, have transformed the Isle of Nantes into a modern and poetic amusement park, attracting visitors from around the world.
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The Steamboat
Even though the first steamboat trials, "Le Pyroscaphe", took place on the Saône, it was in Nantes that engineer Claude-François-Dorothée Jouffroy d'Abbans conceived this innovation in 1783. This steamboat is considered a revolution in maritime transportation.
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The Submarine Cable
Alcatel Submarine Networks (ASN), a company based in Nantes, is a global leader in the design and installation of submarine cables for telecommunications. These cables are essential for global internet connectivity, facilitating communication and data exchanges around the world.