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Q3 2024 Venture Report: State of Built World Venture Markets
Table of Contents Introduction Macro Narrative: U.S. Construction Data Overarching Built Environment Venture Trends Investment Trends by Stage Average Round Size Investment Trends by Country Investment Trends by Technology Category Infrastructure Tech Building Tech Construction Tech AI/ML Institutional Activity Fund Launches M&A/Exits Summary Introduction Venture activity across the built environment […]
2024 AI/ML Preparedness Introductory Research Report
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Preparedness INTRODUCTION Innovations surrounding artificial intelligence and machine learning can propel the construction industry forward. But all too often, stakeholders are overwhelmed with options and don’t know where to begin on their AI journey. The BuiltWorlds’ AI/ML research track aims to provide an industry overview […]
2024 Annual Offsite Construction Benchmarking Report
Summary BuiltWorlds’ Benchmarking program offers Engineering, Construction, and Real Estate Company members an opportunity to gauge their technology adoption against their peers so they can identify and prioritize the gaps in their technology stack they need to address to be a leading firm in terms of digitization and innovation. Since […]
Annual Tools, Equipment, and Robotics Benchmarking Report
Summary The Benchmarking program offers BuiltWorld’s Engineering, Construction, and Real Estate Company members an opportunity to gauge their technology adoption against their peers so they can identify and prioritize the gaps in their technology stack they need to address to be a leading firm in terms of digitization. Since its […]
Q2 2024 Venture Report: State of Built World Venture Markets
Table of Contents Introduction Investment Trends by Stage Average Round Size Investment Trends by Country Investment Trends by Technology Category Infrastructure Tech Building Tech Construction Tech AI/ML Institutional Activity Fund Launches M&A/Exits Summary Introduction If built world venture capital markets proved one thing in Q2 2024, it’s that we are […]
Annual Field Solutions Benchmarking Report
Summary The Benchmarking program offers BuiltWorld’s Engineering, Construction, and Real Estate Company members an opportunity to gauge their technology adoption against their peers so they can identify and prioritize the gaps in their technology stack they need to address to be a leading firm in terms of digitization. Since its […]
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Top Lists
2024 Global Innovators List (New)
Welcome to the fifth annual 2024 Global Innovators 75! A lot has changed in five years… Initiatives to unlock innovation within large companies, such as Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) arms, […]
2024 Top 50 Adoption Leaders List
The BuiltWorlds Adoption Leaders Top 50 List recognizes members who actively engage in the BuiltWorlds member network. These individuals exhibit a high level of interest in learning and participating in […]
2024 BuiltWorlds’ Top 50 Venture Investors
Welcome to the 2024 Venture Investors 50! Since 2017, BuiltWorlds has tracked venture deals in the global construction and broader real estate ecosystem, annually spotlighting the 50 most active venture […]
2024 Offsite Construction Top 50
Welcome to the 2024 Offsite Construction Top 50! This list was derived from a combination of the 2024 Offsite Construction Survey data, direct industry research, member conversations & feedback, and […]
2024 Infrastructure Top 50
Welcome to the 2024 Infrastructure Top 50! The Infrastructure 50 List was derived from a combination of the 2024 benchmarking survey data, direct industry research, member conversations & feedback, and […]
2024 Tools & Equipment Top 50
Welcome to the 2024 Tools and Equipment Top 50! This list was derived from a combination of the 2024 Tools, Equipment, and Robotics Survey data, direct industry research, member conversations […]
AROUND THE NETWORK: Ares Management and Vinci Partners Investments Ltd Invest $100 Million in LatAm Growth
EDITORS NOTE: In an earlier version of this article, we named Leonard by VINCI as the strategic partner of this deal. The correct partner is Vinci Partners Investments Ltd, which is not connected to Leonard. We apologize for any confusion this may have caused. Everything else in the article is […]
The 2023 Top Investors Awards – to be Presented at Venture East
The 2023 Top Investors Awards – to be Presented at Venture East A unique and exciting addition to the Venture East Conference in 2023 is the introduction of our Top Investor Awards Ceremony. Last month we had the opportunity to share the Top 50 Active Investors in the space via […]
Applications Open Next Month for Formwork Labs’ 2024 Cohort
Formwork Labs, established through a partnership with BuiltWorlds and Brick & Mortar Ventures, will begin accepting applications for its third cohort group on November 20, 2023. This early-stage accelerator program is dedicated to uplifting emerging technology within the buildings and infrastructure sectors. The upcoming cohort will be selected in early […]
7 Key Infrastructure Tech Trends Explored With France’s $63 Billion Mega Construction Company, Vinci
The Engineering and Construction Industry’s innovation ecosystem is increasingly globally intertwined, as major firms operate in many countries, sourcing and promoting new technology and ideas across geographic boundaries more quickly than ever. This October, we met with french engineering, construction, and concessions company, Vinci, a $63 billion firm, at their […]
2 Key Themes from BuiltWorlds’ Inaugural Tokyo Summit
The first-ever BuiltWorlds Tokyo Summit was a great success–with a fascinating panels, jobsite tours, a Demo Night, and opportunities for top AEC thought leaders from around the globe to connect. We heard key perspectives from some of the industry’s leading groups within the APAC region, along with perspectives from different […]
BuildTech Ventures and Progreso X Sponsor LATAM Night at Venture East
Latin America (LATAM) continues to show significant potential for growth and development within AEC, serving as a hub region for innovation and the adoption of emerging technologies. This November, BuiltWorlds plans to build on this powerful momentum by hosting a LATAM Night at Venture East in Miami. Following Day 1 […]
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What Our Customers Say
As 2024 winds down, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the incredible feedback we’ve received from our community throughout the year. Your insights and experiences with BuiltWorlds have fueled our passion to deliver even more in 2025. With a lineup of exciting new events alongside beloved classics, we’re gearing […]
Demo Drop: PVFARM
PVFARM is a web-based platform that streamlines the design and optimization of utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) projects. Founded in 2021 and based in Newport Beach, California, the company focuses on automating the layout and grading processes for large-scale solar installations, enabling engineers and contractors to make informed decisions and […]
Demo Drop: Building Swell
Building Swell is a forward-thinking modular construction company redefining how spaces are built. Specializing in innovative, sustainable, and efficient building solutions, Building Swell delivers high-quality modular structures designed to meet the unique needs of businesses and communities. By leveraging advanced manufacturing techniques and streamlined processes, they provide cost-effective and customizable […]
2024 Offsite Panel: The Modular Innovation Curve: How to Move Fast and Not Break Things
The modular construction revolution is reshaping how the industry delivers projects, promising faster timelines, higher quality, and increased efficiency. But how can companies innovate quickly without compromising stability, safety, or long-term success? This session explored the modular innovation curve, offering actionable strategies for adopting modular methods while maintaining operational integrity. […]
2024 Offsite Conference: Case Study – Perkins&Will x Turner Construction
Timeless façade design not only integrates seamlessly within a given context, but considers vital sustainability strategies such as the use of low-carbon materials, enhanced solar protection, thermal comfort, and natural ventilation. The LEED Platinum DCPL Southwest Library is a unique dowel-laminated mass timber structure with a distinctive folded roof and […]
2024 Offsite Construction Conference Demo Drop: BotBuilt
BotBuilt is a construction technology company headquartered in Durham, North Carolina, specializing in automating home building through advanced robotics and software solutions. Their mission is to make construction better, faster, safer, more sustainable, and more affordable by digitizing building plans and utilizing robots to assemble house components with exceptional precision.