Walder Wyss: H55 Series C financing round

H55 has successfully completed the first part of its Series C financing round securing CHF 45 million in financing. The Valais company has secured the investment of equity and non-dilutive financing in the first phase of its Series C financing round. The startup has raised substantial financing from a group of distinguished strategic and financial investors, further consolidating the company’s leading position as a major provider of certified electric propulsion aviation technologies. The financing will support H55 path to Type Certification (TC) by 2024 and accelerate growth.

H55 is at the forefront of revolutionizing the aviation industry with its cutting-edge electric propulsion technologies. The company’s groundbreaking solutions are designed to enhance the sustainability, efficiency, and safety of the aerospace sector.

Walder Wyss has advised H55 on all legal aspects of the financing round. The team was led by partner Luc Defferrard (corporate M&A, pictured) and included associates Sébastien Aubert and Benjamin Reis (both corporate M&A).