India debuts AI-powered autonomous fuelling at VivaTech 2026 with global ambitions

India has made a strong impression at VivaTech 2026 as the event’s first AI Country Partner. The country’s largest-ever national pavilion hosted a live demonstration of an innovative Autonomous Fuelling Solution. Union Minister Shri Piyush Goyal and French President Emmanuel Macron attended the showcase at the India Pavilion. Repos Energy presented a working prototype of its Autonomous Fuelling Solution during the event. The system combines AI-based demand forecasting, IoT-enabled remote monitoring, robotic dispensing, and digital payments. The company is one of 25 Indian startups selected by DPIIT under the 'Bharat Innovates' theme.

Shri Piyush Goyal confirmed the government’s commitment to supporting the technology’s rollout. He stated that policies would be developed to speed up the adoption of Autonomous Fuelling infrastructure nationwide. Chetan Walunj, founder of Repos Energy, described the future of energy as autonomous, intelligent, and homegrown. His co-founder, Aditi Bhosale Walunj, called the VivaTech showcase a defining moment for the company and Indian entrepreneurs.

Repos Energy plans to use the platform to build global partnerships and attract international investment. The government’s push for the technology aligns with the company’s vision for scaling its infrastructure across India. The prototype demonstration marks a significant step for India’s energy sector. The government’s policy support and Repos Energy’s innovation aim to transform fuelling operations. The collaboration between public and private sectors could accelerate the adoption of autonomous solutions nationwide.