Navya
Pricing Details
Pricing model based on the sale of autonomous vehicles (shuttles/tractors) or autonomous mobility service contracts (service deployments). Price depends on vehicle type, quantity, and deployment specifics.Features
- Autonomous Driving System (Navya Drive).- Suite of sensors (Lidar, Cameras, GPS RTK, IMU, Odometry).
- Deep learning for perception and navigation.
- Electric propulsion.
- Driverless operation (no steering wheel/pedals on shuttle).
- Passenger transport (Autonom Shuttle Evo).
- Goods transport (Autonom Tract).
- Designed for short distances/controlled environments.
Integrations
Navya Drive autonomous driving system (sensor and software integration), Infrastructure integration (V2X communication in some projects), Potential integration with fleet management systems.Preview
Navya is a French company involved in the development and deployment of autonomous electric transportation vehicles. Founded in 2014, Navya became one of the pioneers in the field of driverless mobility, focusing on “first and last mile” solutions – transporting passengers and goods over short distances, often within limited or controlled areas such as campuses, airports, industrial sites, or specific urban zones. The company’s key product is the Autonom® Shuttle Evo, a fully electric and driverless shuttle designed to transport up to 15 passengers. This shuttle has neither a steering wheel nor pedals, relying solely on its autonomous driving system.
Navya’s autonomous driving technology, known as Navya Drive®, is based on a sophisticated suite of sensors including lidar, cameras, GPS RTK, Inertial Measurement Units (IMU), and odometry. Data from all these sensors is fused and processed using deep learning algorithms for precise shuttle localization (centimeter-level accuracy), environmental perception, obstacle detection, prediction of their behavior, and making safe and optimal driving decisions. Navya Drive enables the shuttle to navigate autonomously along predefined routes at a maximum speed of 25 km/h, providing a comfortable ride for passengers, including those with reduced mobility.
In addition to passenger shuttles, Navya also developed the autonomous tractor Autonom® Tract, intended for goods transportation, for example, in logistics centers or airports. Navya’s products have been deployed in numerous pilot projects and commercial operations in over 25 countries worldwide, demonstrating the potential of autonomous mobility in addressing transportation challenges. Navya actively collaborated with public transport operators, local authorities, and private companies to integrate its solutions into existing transportation ecosystems. However, in early 2023, the company faced significant financial difficulties and requested receivership proceedings, which had a substantial impact on its operations and future prospects. Despite these challenges, Navya’s contribution to the development and demonstration of autonomous public transport capabilities remains significant.