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Zacua Ventures announced the close of its inaugural $56M fund dedicated to advancing next-gen construction technology this morning. Read our briefing insights from founder Vivin Hegde and our venture analyst team. With a focus on enhancing productivity, sustainability, and urbanization approaches, this fund is poised to drive innovation across the built environment globally. Learn more about their investment strategy and the future of construction tech. #ZacuaVentures #ConstructionInnovation #VentureCapital

#Vizcab, a #Lyon-based company, secures €5 million in its series A #funding. using the intention of supporting net-zero #construction strategies using AI-driven solutions and #expanding its operations throughout Europe, the funding will be #utilised to support its continued #growth. In addition to current investors A/O and Banque des Territoires (Groupe Caisse des Dépôts), Rise PropTech Fund, Cemex Ventures, and Altur Investissement were other #investors in the round, which was headed by KOMPAS VC, an early-stage venture capital firm with an emphasis on the decarbonization of the built #environment and the #manufacturing sector. Vizcab, which was founded in 2015 by Dr. Thomas Jusselme and Guillaume Lafont, connects every aspect of the value chain, including manufacturers, real estate developers, #architects, engineers, and #construction companies, through providing data-driven solutions for determining Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs) of #construction projects. Vizcab Banque des Territoires Rise PropTech Fund CEMEX Ventures Altur Investissement Thomas Jusselme Guillaume Lafont To share your startup story write us on - [email protected] #vizcab #funding #eustartup

Machinery Partner, a company offering novel procurement, financing, and support for builders and contractors needing heavy machinery has raised $8M in Series A financing led by Armory Square Ventures and joined by Pritzker Group, two venture funds with expertise in the industrial #tech world. RiverPark Ventures and Contour Venture Partners also participated in the round alongside numerous #B2B marketplace founders. Pacific Western Bank provided an additional $3M in venture debt and the company raised follow-on from previous #investors Euclid Ventures, One Way Ventures and Techstars Ventures. Machinery Partner is a B2B marketplace democratizing innovative and specialized heavy machinery by enabling manufacturers and dealers to sell online and deliver double-digit savings on the critical equipment builders need to complete jobs, grow their businesses, and compete in the market. Machinery Partner Somak Chattopadhyay Neenah Jain Pia Sawhney Prabhdeep Singh Steve Hovagimyan Anthony Santaro Preston DeGarmo Pacific Western Bank RiverPark Ventures 👋 Clement Cazalot #funding #vc #investment

🌳 Every mighty tree started as a small seed 🌱 This is the kind of growth venture capital firms are looking to foster with emerging construction tech companies. This week we profiled 12 of the biggest firms spurring on innovation in the industry. Their investments have a wide range—robotics, project management, heavy equipment rentals, labour sourcing, digitization and more. But the goal is the same: make construction better, faster and more sustainable. Check out our full list below 👇

[#Venture] Eurazeo Smart City team, alongside Shell Ventures, Ev2 Ventures and Twynam has led a US$6M financing round for AltMobility a technology platform for leasing and lifecycle management of electric vehicles. It’s the team’s first investment in India . 🔎 Founded in 2021 in India, Alt aims to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicle (EV) fleets. It achieves this by focusing on fleet asset management, monitoring the health, performance, and uptime of EV for clients - mainly financing institutions and fleet operators. The company strives to minimize the total cost of ownership and maximize fleet uptime, ultimately ensuring business certainty and predictability. 🗣 Ernest Xue, Investment Director, Eurazeo Venture Smart City said: ”The electrification of mobility is significant to the decarbonisation of transportation and lowering pollution in India, all while driving job creation and inclusive economic growth across demographics. Our investment into Alt Mobility signifies our belief that sustainable products emerging from the nexus of mobility, energy and data will be transformative for one of the deepest and fastest-growing markets in the world.” 📰 Read more: https://lnkd.in/e4MxtdnD Julien Mialaret Antoine Daviaud Benoist Grossmann Matthieu Baret Matthieu B. Pierre Devillard Alice Besomi Raphael Cattan Victor Tenneroni Maryam Mahla Amicie Favre #venturecapital #mobility #ev #investing #capitalraising

Construction Corporate Arms Investments Through CVC !! Part - I DPR Construction: A Legacy of Excellence DPR Construction, headquartered in Redwood City, California, is a leading commercial general contractor and construction management firm. Their expertise spans large-scale new construction projects to smaller tenant improvements and specialized builds. Established in 1990, DPR's story is one of entrepreneurial success. It's a private, employee-owned company that has flourished into a multi-billion dollar organization with offices strategically located around the world. Dominating Key Markets DPR stands out as one of the nation's top general contractors. They consistently rank among the best in their core markets, which include: - Advanced Technology - Healthcare - Higher Education - Life Sciences - Commercial WND Ventures: Fueling Innovation in Construction Recognizing the need for progress in the construction industry, DPR established its venture capital arm, WND Ventures. This investment arm is transforming the way buildings are designed, constructed, and managed. They achieve this by strategically investing in companies focused on: - Productivity - Streamlining workflows and processes for efficiency. - Quality - Ensuring consistent, high-quality construction outcomes. - Safety - Prioritizing a safe work environment for all involved. - Supply Chain - Optimizing material procurement and delivery. - Sustainability - Promoting environmentally responsible building practices. Building a Network of Innovation: WND Ventures fosters a robust portfolio of strategic investments. Some of the notable companies they've partnered with include: - HyperFrame - Alice Technologies - ConstructionIQ - Dusty Robotics - DroneDeploy - Manufacton - Rhumbix - Skycatch Beyond direct investments, WND Ventures has also participated in Building Ventures Fund I and II, providing capital to a total of 18 promising startups within the construction technology sector. This is just Part 1. Stay tuned for further insights into Construction Corporate Arms Investments Through CVC. #cvcs #corporateventurecapital #venturecapital #dprconstruction #construction #constructiontech #wndventures #investments #startups

🚀 Manutara Ventures is investing in the expansion of proptech company BuildLovers into Latin America! This strategic move will support BuildLovers' innovative solutions in the real estate sector, enhancing market efficiency and user experience. The investment underscores Manutara Ventures' commitment to fostering technological advancements and growth in the region. #PropTech #Investment #BuildLovers #ManutaraVentures #RealEstate #LatinAmerica

📝BIRD NEST raises from Beltone Venture Capital and CI Venture Capital to maximize returns for real estate investors while providing tenants with unparalleled value, in the digital age. "This partnership with Beltone Venture Capital [..] provides us with more than just capital. It equips us with the strategic financial infrastructure essential for our next phase of growth,” - Moustafa El-Nahawy, CO-CEO of Birdnest "Birdnest has demonstrated strong operational performance and with its ambitious expansion plans, it is well-positioned to become the leading PropTech company in the region.” - Ali Mokhtar, CEO of Beltone Venture Capital Read more about the raise and how Birdnest plans to utilise the funding to expand geographically and operationally, including comments from Ahmed Fadda, CO-CEO of Birdnest, via the article linked below. 👇 https://lnkd.in/dBStTf5m #industry4 #investment #UAE ---- 💡 Follow PropTech Connect for daily #RealEstate and #PropTech news and insights.

⚡ German 42watt raises again for its oversubscribed seed round. 42watt, founded by Joerg Ueberla and Marcus Dietmann aims to simplify the home renovation process to make houses more energy efficient. Eneco Ventures, PT1 and BonVenture are jointly participating in the new financing round with a mid-single-digit million amount. Other investors in the start-up are Contrarian Ventures, OBI SQUARED Ventures and the business angel club better ventures. Read more about the announcement and find notes from Jordy Klaassen, Investment Manager at Eneco Ventures, and Dr. Jörg Überla, co-founder and CEO of 42watt below. 👇 #realestate #homerenovation #german #energyefficiency #seedround ---- 💡 Follow PropTech Connect for daily Real Estate news and insights.

Check out this interesting article about Alpaca VC, a venture capital firm that buys real estate for its proptech investments. Alpaca VC has launched Alpaca Real Estate, an affiliate that uses innovative technologies to improve its properties and create synergies with its portfolio companies. They are targeting industrial and build-to-rent properties that need capital and transformation. The firm has received seed funding from GCM Grosvenor, a top alternative investment firm. I find this a great example of how venture capital and real estate can create value and impact together. This shows how proptech can change the industry and create new opportunities. What do you think of this? Do you know any other firms that do this? I would like to hear your views.#proptech #venturecapital #realestatebusiness #CRE#Residentialproperty https://lnkd.in/e4DGJtp2