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Venture capital for construction technology startups
Foundamental
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Venture capital for construction technology startups
About Foundamental
Industries
Venture Capital
Industrial & Manufacturing
Company Size
11-50
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
$921.2M
Headquarters
Berlin, Germany
Founded
2018
Overview
Foundamental specializes in venture capital investments in early-stage startups within the construction technology sector. The firm focuses on companies that are innovating in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) and Construction Technology (ConTech) markets. Foundamental partners with these startups from the very beginning, often leading their first rounds of institutional funding. By providing financial support and strategic guidance, the firm aims to foster technological advancements in the construction industry. What sets Foundamental apart from its competitors is its commitment to nurturing startups from their inception, allowing them to grow and create value for both the companies and their investors. The goal of Foundamental is to identify high-potential startups and help them succeed, ultimately transforming the construction industry with innovative solutions.
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- AI-driven construction management platforms offer real-time data analytics and predictive insights.
- Robotics in construction improves safety and productivity with autonomous machinery.
- Sustainable construction materials are gaining popularity, reducing environmental impact.
What critics are saying
- Increased competition in construction tech investment could dilute Foundamental's influence.
- AI-driven supply chain solutions may disrupt traditional models used by portfolio companies.
- Economic downturns could impact valuations and funding opportunities for early-stage startups.
What makes Foundamental unique
- Foundamental focuses on early-stage investments in the construction technology sector.
- The firm partners with startups from day zero, leading their first institutional funding rounds.
- Foundamental's team has diverse backgrounds in technology, venture, and industrial operations.
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Funding
Total Funding
$921.2M
Above
Industry Average
Funded Over
0 Rounds
Company News
Reneo, a Hamburg-based real estate technology and investment platform, has secured a €600 million capital platform.
Desteia, a New York-based startup, raised $11.5M to develop AI and graph theory-based SaaS technology to address supply chain disruptions. The funding, led by Autotech Ventures and others, will enhance U.S.-Mexico trade operations. Founded by Françoise Lavertu and Stanford engineers, Desteia automates data organization from unstructured sources, providing real-time insights and optimization for logistics teams, reducing manual work and improving decision-making.
Infra.Market has raised ₹1,050 crore ($121 million) in a pre-IPO round at a $2.8 billion valuation, up from $2.5 billion in the previous round. The Series F funding included investors like Tiger Global and Nikhil Kamath. The company plans to file its draft red herring prospectus soon. Infra.Market's FY24 net profit rose 144% to ₹378 crore, with operating revenue up 23% to ₹14,530 crore. Total funding raised to date exceeds $800 million.
Tangible, a construction decarbonization software startup, raised $3 million to reduce embodied carbon in construction and real estate. Embodied carbon accounts for 11% of global emissions. Tangible's platform helps builders measure and reduce these emissions. The funding round was co-led by Prologis Ventures and Pi Labs, with participation from Foundamental, Silence VC, and RE Angels. This investment supports sustainable growth in the logistics sector.
The Berlin-based firm will soon hold a final final close on “around $120 million” for its third fund, says general partner Adam Zobler.
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About Foundamental
Industries
Venture Capital
Industrial & Manufacturing
Company Size
11-50
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
$921.2M
Headquarters
Berlin, Germany
Founded
2018
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