🏗️ Where ConTech is headed next

With bauma taking place this week, we’ve taken a fresh look at where construction tech is going. Based on over 50 early-stage startups we've reviewed in our Q1 dealflow, we found that ConTech is evolving fast and differently:

1. Physical innovation leads the way 🧱

53% of the startups we analyzed are focused on hardware and new materials, a much higher share than in the broader European startup ecosystem. Whether it’s for better insulation, waste reduction, or low-impact construction methods, the message is clear: physical solutions remain essential to solving the industry’s toughest challenges.

2. AI adoption is rising quickly ⚙️

27% of the startups are already integrating AI, nearly double the European average. AI isn’t always the headline, but from workflow optimization to predictive maintenance and smarter design tools it’s increasingly embedded.

3. Sustainability is a core priority 🌱

Across emissions reduction (27%), resource conservation (27%), and certification tools (20%), sustainability was a recurring theme. Whether driven by regulation or market expectations, these startups are prioritizing environmental impact from day one.This sector isn’t just going digital, it’s staying physical, going greener, and thinking ahead. For VCs and industry leaders, that means a massive opportunity to invest in innovation that scales and matters. What trends do you see defining the future of ConTech? 🚀