The EU-Startups Podcast | Interview with Janne Hietala, CEO of Kelluu
In this exclusive interview, Janne Hietala, CEO of Kelluu, discusses how his company is pioneering the use of autonomous, hydrogen-powered airships to revolutionise aerial monitoring.
Unlike traditional drones or satellites, Kelluu’s fleet delivers persistent, high-accuracy environmental data in extreme conditions – from Arctic temperatures to GPS-denied environments. Learn how these near-silent, emission-free platforms are reshaping intelligence, surveillance, and environmental monitoring for defence, infrastructure, and beyond.
From its humble beginnings in a Finnish farm shed to its recent €15 million Series A funding, Kelluu has proven its platform in real-world conditions, including NATO exercises and Arctic operations.
The company’s autonomous airships aim to bridge the gap between satellites and drones, offering unmatched persistence and precision for critical missions.
Key Points
- Janne’s journey into airships, autonomy, and aerial data
- Why Kelluu chose airships over drones and satellites, and their unique advantages
- Modernising the concept of airships for cutting-edge applications
- The operational workflow of Kelluu airships, from deployment to landing
- The environmental benefits of Kelluu’s near-silent, emission-free technology
- The future impact of persistent aerial intelligence on global understanding
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