YellowScan bathymetric LiDAR presented at the Élysée Palace

Nov 28, 2025

The YellowScan Navigator Bathymetric LiDAR was Showcased at the 5th Edition of the Grande Exposition du Fabriqué en France

Initiated by French President Emmanuel Macron, this exhibition celebrated companies and artisans embodying the excellence and craftsmanship of French manufacturing. Out of over 2,500 applications, only 123 companies were selected by a national panel of experts. The YellowScan Navigator was showcased on November 15 and 16, 2025, in the “Strategic Sector of Maritime Industries” category. Nearly 9,000 visitors explored the exhibition.

An Inspiring Opening Ceremony

In his speech, President Macron highlighted the values represented by the event through the diverse creations on display. “As you walk through these aisles, showcasing the best of our craftsmanship and professions, you are experiencing a France that produces, innovates, and shines,” he said.

The President also emphasized France’s “industrial vitality” and the connection between “tradition and innovation” that fuels French ingenuity. At YellowScan, the drive to innovate permeates every aspect of the company: technological, human, and societal.

President Macron Shows Interest in the Navigator

One of the highlights of the opening ceremony was the meeting with President Macron, a memorable moment for Tristan Allouis.

Michel Assenbaum and I were delighted to discuss with the President how our product addresses environmental and coastal security challenges

Tristan Allouis

CEO – YellowScan

French President Emmanuel Macron presenting French expertise in front of the YellowScan Navigator

Michel Assembaum, French President Emmanuel Macron & Tristan Allouis.

The Navigator and Its Ties to French Innovation

The YellowScan Navigator bathymetric LiDAR system for drones reflects our commitment to collaborating with French technological partners. It incorporates an inertial measurement unit from French manufacturer SBG Systems and other components produced by subcontractors in the Occitanie region.

Delair, a drone manufacturer with whom we are developing a joint solution, was also present at this exhibition.

We also wanted to honor our partner Hexadrone at this exhibition. The Tundra 2 drone, equipped with one of our LiDAR systems, was previously showcased at the Élysée Palace in 2023. We couldn’t miss this opportunity to display the Navigator mounted on the Tundra 2. This 100% French combination is operationally used in Europe for coastal mapping missions.

Delair DT61 drone

YellowScan Navigator mounted on the Hexadrone Tundra 2

French-Made Excellence Goes Global

The international market for topography and bathymetry is highly competitive. YellowScan has successfully captured significant market share in Japan and the United States, positioning itself as a global leader in drone-based LiDAR solutions. The excellence of available skills and the national network of companies enable us to stay at the forefront of innovation and maintain this global influence.

A Model Built on Human Expertise

YellowScan offers a simplified user experience through optimized ergonomics for both LiDAR systems and digital applications. The ingenuity of our designers, developers, and engineers is reflected in this outcome. With our LiDAR systems, customers are guaranteed a tool that significantly enhances productivity. Our instruments are built to last, and our customer support is frequently praised for its speed and efficiency.

YellowScan’s presence at this exhibition honors our commitment to innovation and quality. We are proud to contribute to the global reputation of “Made in France” in the field of high technology.