Horizon Caelis AI-Driven Avionics: Pioneering Defense and Dual-Use Applications Our technology focuses on leveraging advanced computer vision and artificial intelligence to achieve full autonomy for drones and aircraft, even in GNSS-denied environments. By integrating state-of-the-art object recognition models and robust avionics systems, we ensure unparalleled performance and reliability in both defense and civilian sectors. Our solutions are designed to enhance operational efficiency, safety, and mission success, making autonomous BVLOS flight a reality in the most challenging conditions.
Javier Fernández Gallardo is business angel, VC, cofounder and strategic and financial mentor to CEOs. He co-directs an investment club and the Lemon fund 🍋 Ventures. Currently cofounder of Bioprocesia & Horizon Caelis. Accumulates more than 3 million € investment raised. In his 30 years of experience as an entrepreneur, CEO, consultant (BCG, etc.) and investment banker (ABN Amro, Apax Partners), he has led company sales, mergers and stock exchanges. He is ICADE E-4, author of management books and professor of MBAs in Spanish and English. Bass player, trail runner, skier an surfer.
Open to cooperation in EDF related activities Computer vision , object recognition, drone integration
Innovation Action
Coordination and Support Action
HORIZON-CL3-2025-BM - BORDER MANAGEMENT
Execution - Development stage (preparation)
HORIZON-CL3-2025-FCT - FIGHTING CRIME AND TERRORISM
OTHER: National funding for dual-use projects (CDTI INNOVACIÓN)
HORIZON-CL3-2025-01-BM-01: Open topic on efficient border surveillance and maritime security
HORIZON-CL3-2025-01-INFRA-01: Open topic for improved preparedness for, response to and recovery from large-scale disruptions of critical infrastructures
HORIZON-CL3-2025-01-DRS-04: Advancing autonomous systems and robotics for high-risk disaster response, strengthening disaster resilience in conflict-afflicted crisis zones