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La Spezia, February 19, 2026. On the occasion of the PNS Progress Meeting, held on February 19 in La Spezia at the Naval Support and Experimentation Center (CSSN) of the Marina Militare (Italian Navy), the DEEP LIGHT project was presented and awarded. The project has been recognized and supported by the Italian Navy through the Polo Nazionale della dimensione Subacquea (PNS) as a strategic initiative for the development of national underwater technological capabilities. DEEP LIGHT, developed by SunCubes in partnership with Dualee, aims to create an underwater laser platform for wireless energy transfer, designed to recharge and directly power autonomous underwater systems. The objective is to overcome one of the main limitations of submerged missions: dependence on onboard energy capacity and the consequent need to recover vehicles for recharging. DEEP LIGHT features an underwater energy distribution architecture based on a high-power laser transmitter and a receiver integrated into autonomous vehicles. Operating in the blue-green optical window, optimized for marine propagation, the system enables contactless energy transfer over distances of several tens of meters, allowing recharging operations directly underwater. The technology enables continuous and distributed operation of underwater vehicles without the need for surfacing or physical connections. In the civilian sector, it extends the duration of environmental monitoring and offshore surveillance missions, while in the defense domain it supports continuous ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance) operations and contributes to the protection of strategic maritime infrastructure. The project is part of the PNS initiatives aimed at strengthening national technological capabilities in the underwater dimension through targeted investments by the Italian Navy. Davide Russo, CIO of SunCubes, stated: “The event was not only an opportunity to present new projects and assess the progress of those already underway, but also a constructive moment of dialogue aimed at strengthening synergies between the Hub and the companies involved, laying the foundations for effective strategic planning in the coming years.” Alberto Chiozzi, CEO of SunCubes, added: “This investment aligns perfectly with our strategic vision of positioning SunCubes as a leader in wireless power transmission. The underwater domain represents a new frontier in the protection and sensing of critical assets. Today, limitations related to energy availability are among the main constraints holding back the growth of this sector. Overcoming them means enabling new operational capabilities and unlocking significant development potential.”

Participation in the CES marked a significant step for SunCubes, positioning the company and its technology within the world’s most influential global platform for innovation. Widely recognized as the leading international stage for technology, CES is where emerging solutions are evaluated against global benchmarks and where industry, investment, and research converge. Participation in CES represents a strategic opportunity to engage with the global technology ecosystem. As a reference point for technological advancement, the event plays a central role in shaping trends, fostering dialogue between key stakeholders, and accelerating the transition of innovation from research environments to real-world applications. Over four intensive days, SunCubes presented its long-range wireless laser charging technology, systems designed to safely transfer energy to drones and remote sensors, even in extreme environments. By enabling extended autonomous operations, this approach reduces dependence on batteries and traditional infrastructure, addressing critical challenges in remote, industrial, and mission-critical scenarios. Beyond the exhibition floor, CES provided a valuable context for exchange and validation. Discussions with investors, multinational corporations, and industrial partners offered concrete feedback on the technology’s maturity and relevance, contributing to a clearer understanding of market expectations and potential application domains. These interactions also opened perspectives for future growth, including possible expansion into the United States. Thanks to the collaboration with ITA - Italian Trade Agency, SunCubes had the opportunity to pitch in front of CES investors on one of the world’s most prominent technology stages. This occasion enabled direct engagement with the global investment community in a highly competitive international setting, reinforcing the visibility of Italian deeptech innovation at a global level. Commenting on the experience, the company’s CEO noted, Alberto Chiozzi: “CES highlighted Power Beaming as a key enabler for the next generation of electrification and connectivity, providing the essential foundation for sustainable infrastructure growth." SunCubes also received the swisstech Choice Award during the Global Deep Tech Battle organized by Swisstech, which includes access to a three-month acceleration program. The CES experience resulted in new professional connections, practical insights, and a clearer path toward real-world deployment.

In July 2025, the company completed an experimental campaign, a key opportunity to test the performance of the technology and verify its operation at a distance of 120 m in a controlled and repeatable environment. The experimentation, coordinated by CTO Tommaso Aresi, aimed to analyze in detail the behavior of the laser beam during energy transmission to electronic devices. In particular, the team measured the system’s efficiency, the beam intensity, its divergence, and its ability to self-calibrate by precisely targeting the receiver. A key step of the campaign was the long-distance charging of a light bulb as a demonstrative load, replaceable with several other devices. The tests conducted demonstrated the stable and continuous powering of the bulb at a distance of 120 m, confirming the full functionality of the system. According to Aresi, one of the most innovative aspects of SunCubes’ technology lies in its ability to operate fully within regulatory limits, keeping user safety at the center of the design. “Our patent enables a new way of using lasers in everyday applications,” he says. “The goal is that no protective goggles are required for safe operation, without sacrificing performance.” The success of the campaign opens interesting scenarios for several sectors: charging security cameras, drones in flight, remote sensing, and all applications that can benefit from a stable, contactless wireless power system. The results achieved represent the basis for the next step in SunCubes’ path: transferring the technology to the products under development, including the Lucy and Light systems. To share behind-the-scenes insights from the campaign with the public, SunCubes has produced a dedicated video that showcases the key moments of the experimentation and the work of the team during the tests, published on every social media platform. With this campaign, SunCubes confirms its pioneering role in long-distance wireless charging and prepares for the next phase of technological evolution, with tests on dynamic drone charging in hovering and in motion already planned to begin this month (December 2025), bringing new opportunities for collaboration and application. About SunCubes SunCubes is a technology startup born within the Politecnico di Milano and specialized in the development of laser-charging systems. Its solutions are designed to drastically reduce infrastructure, maintenance, and labor costs, enabling a new generation of safe and efficient wireless power. Press contacts: communication@suncubes.space Website: https://www.suncubes.space

SunCubes, an innovative startup aiming to revolutionize energy transmission, has announced the closing of a €1.1 million Seed funding round. This investment will allow the company to develop the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) of a groundbreaking laser-based in-flight charging system for drones. The operation was jointly led by RoboIT, the National Technology Transfer Hub for robotics and industrial automation, established on the initiative of CDP Venture Capital and Pariter Partners, and by CrossConnect, a program of CDP Venture Capital’s National Accelerator Network, with co-investors Plug and Play Tech Center and ELIS. Founded by a team of young engineers and incubated at PoliHub, SunCubes is accelerated by the ESA BIC Milan program. With the goal of revolutionizing energy transmission, the company focuses on developing innovative long-range wireless charging solutions. The system developed by SunCubes is based on cutting-edge laser technology. A transmitter converts electrical energy into a laser beam, which is then reconverted into electricity through a receiver installed on the drone. Designed to be plug & play and compatible with the most common drones, the system solves the problem of limited flight autonomy, paving the way for perpetual flight and uninterrupted operations. This fully wireless technology eliminates the restrictions imposed by physical connectors and enables advanced applications: urban drone deliveries without charging stops, continuous industrial monitoring, and even pioneering space-based solutions. Leading SunCubes is a team of young talents graduated in Aerospace Engineering and Management Engineering from Politecnico di Milano: Alberto Chiozzi (CEO), Federico Ognibene (COO), Davide Russo (CIO), Tommaso Aresi (CTO), and Angelo Lannutti (CCO). United by a passion for innovation, the founders aim to redefine the boundaries of aerial mobility and inspire new generations of talent and tech startups in Italy. “With this funding, SunCubes takes a decisive step toward creating a technology that will radically change the way we think about drone autonomy and their future applications,” said Alberto Chiozzi, CEO of SunCubes. Press Contact communication@suncubes.space Website https://www.suncubes.space/

We return from this latest T-Tec with great success: we have won the prestigious Test-It Awards! This achievement will allow us to carry out a Proof of Concept with the support of Leonardo and Telespazio. The T-Tec (Telespazio Technology Contest) is a prestigious international competition promoted by Telespazio, part of the Leonardo group, with the aim of stimulating innovation and research in strategic fields such as aerospace, security and satellite technologies. Open to students, researchers and startups from all over the world, the competition represents an important platform for highlighting innovative ideas and cutting-edge technological solutions. Participants have the opportunity to present projects that respond to real challenges in the sector, receiving feedback from experts and accessing collaboration possibilities for the future development of their ideas. Thank you Telespazio and Leonardo for this chance: we will make you proud!

As fall approaches, SunCubes brings some exciting updates to warm your spirits! In the last week of July, SunCubes reached a pivotal moment in our product development at the Leonardo Facilities in Venegono. During our testing, we successfully tested our pointing system statically, which was able to reach a target over a remarkable distance of 600 meters. After this first successful testing campaign, we crossed the gates of the Venegono facilities again, but with a new ambitious goal: the transmission of energy from at least 600 meters. After intensive days of work, the SunCubes team was able to successfully transmit energy from 600 meters statically through a laser system. These promising results opened the doors to our next chapters of the testing campaign: the dynamic pointing and transmission of energy. Let’s see what the future holds for us: go SunCubes!

SunCubes presence at the International Astronautical Congress - held in our hometown Milan. A special thanks to ICE - Agenzia per la promozione all’estero e l’internazionalizzazione delle imprese italiane for sponsoring our stand: it’s an incredible opportunity for us to have our own “space” to get in touch with people at the most relevant congress in the astronautical world. It was for us an incredible opportunity to show the world our product - SunCubes Lucy , being able to transmit energy thorough the laser technology. The event was an exceptional platform to connect with influential figures from the Space industry. These new connections hold the potential to open doors to promising collaborations, paving the way for exciting opportunities in the future. We are thrilled about the frontiers that arose from our presence at IAC and are eager to explore the partnerships and ideas sparked during this remarkable event. It was truly an honor to be part of such a prestigious gathering in the space community, right here in Milan.

July is off to a great start: we Won the Co-Innovation Award with a €20,000 Grant! Over January 2024, we’ve had the privilege of participating in the Basilicata Open Lab, a program dedicated to supporting and nurturing initiatives that combine innovation and sustainability for a better future. This insightful initiative recently concluded with an Awards Ceremony in Potenza, where SunCubes proudly secured first place in its category, earning a €20,000 grant. This achievement serves as a powerful reminder that, even in challenging times, hard work truly pays off.  We’re deeply grateful to the organizers, Regione Basilicata, Joule Eni, PoliHub - Innovation Park & Startup Accelerator, SHELL ITALIA E&P S.P.A and ELIS Innovation Hub as the competition organizers: this program represented a crucial opportunity to connect with inspiring innovative and groundbreaking Startups!