The iconic Be.e is world’s first bio-based electric scooter. Sustainable materials and high-end technology are combined to create a compelling driving experience. The natural composite structure of the Be.e scooter, the first product from Dutch firm Van.Eko, is actually a mix of 90 percent non-woven hemp fiber and 10 percent woven flax fiber infused with a bio-based resin.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s the first product in the world to incorporate structurally loaded biobased composites in her design. The use of these materials create a lower climate impact during the production fase but thanks to the lightweight and robust construction it also saves energy during it’s functional life. At the end of life the frame can be incinerated and thereby release energy (electricity) in the form of biomass.<\/p>\n
Having grown-up in Italy Vaniek had scooters & motorbikes flowing through his veins from a young age. Later, studying as an Industrial Designer, the environmental effects of our transportation methods sparked the need to find something that can help us further in the search for a more sustainable and pleasant way of getting us from A to B.<\/p>\n
Combining this passion for vehicles, design and the need to improve upon our current manufacturing technologies has resulted in the Be.e. An iconic electric powered scooter, made from renewable resources.<\/p>\n
The Be.e is more:<\/p>\n
Lightweight
\nRobust
\nEasy to use
\nEasy handling
\nBeautiful
\nIconic
\nPractical
\nSustainable<\/p>\n
than it’s direct competitors.<\/p>\n
Revenue modelWe want to convey a sense of love and care to our customers. The sustainable, iconic and high-end features are the main brand properties that we will build our corporate identity upon. To convey this in the best possible manner we choose to sell the Be.e purely through our Private Outlets. In essence these are flagship stores where our customers can come to experience the future of mobility, sustainability and design.<\/p>\n
Achieved so far after building a proof of concept in 2009 further R&D was initiated in collaboration with\u00a0InHolland,\u00a0NPSP, ESFA, QWIC and Waarmakers to re-develop, optimize and re-design the concept into the Be.e. We currently have built 5 fully functional pre-production prototypes.<\/p>\n
Required investment and purpose we are currently seeking \u20ac70k though Symbid to finalize the design engineering \u00a0and for the Type approval procedure. Once we achieve these goals the Be.e is ready for series production. In parallel we will be seeking \u20ac200k investment by Angels, Informals or VC’s to ramp up for first series production and market introduction.<\/p>\n
22.5k \u2013 Procuring molds for the final parts (Front and rear fender, storage compartment and lid, lock cover, footlid, rear light covers.<\/p>\n
Ballhead Cover: \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u20ac5000,-
\nFootpanel: \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u20ac2500,-
\nRear Fender: \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u20ac2500,-
\nFront Fender \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u20ac2500,-
\nSaddle Compartment: \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u20ac2500,-
\nSaddle Compartment Door: \u20ac2500,-
\nBattery sample \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u20ac5000,-<\/p>\n
15k \u2013 Application for vehicle type approval. This will give entitlement to manufacture the Be.e in accordance with EU guidelines for vehicles. Both vehicle approval and Conformity of Production are included in the Type – approval.<\/p>\n
For the investor\u00a0As an investor you will receive shares in accordance to the amount invested via the Symbid platform. These will receive their share of future profits and eventually the added value of an exit in 4-6 years. Exit strategies will be sought through share of sales to either VC’s or acquisition of shares by third parties (Tesla, PON, Piaggio or other).<\/p>\n
Additionally Symbid investors are automatically offered a discount equivalent to the amount of their investment on the purchase price of the Be.e. The discount is maxed at \u20ac2000,-.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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