The driverless technology company EasyMile has been awarded the Start Up of the Year in France for the south region in the Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award.

The judges say the award recognises the” exceptional innovation and vision the company demonstrates and highlights its strong growth potential”.

EasyMile has self-driving vehicles deployed in 24 countries.

Gilbert Gagnaire, President and Founder of EasyMile said, “I am extremely proud that EasyMile has been awarded the Start Up of the Year Award – south region.’ He adds: ‘On behalf of EasyMile, I would like thank EY for this great distinction which has crowned a year rich in achievements all over the world.”