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CRH Ventures announces Roads of the Future Accelerator final six pilot companies
CRH Ventures has chosen the six successful finalists following the pitch day event for their most recent accelerator program, Roads of the Future.
The successful companies will now have the opportunity to pilot and scale their solutions in collaboration with selected CRH Operating Companies.
The finalists are:
Cyvl.ai - An end-to-end platform for transportation infrastructure assessment, leveraging 3D mapping sensors and AI for consistent and scalable data capture and modelling.
HDS - Advanced digital solutions for asphalt temperature monitoring and quality assurance in road construction.
Kraftblock - High-temperature energy storage tackling the challenge of volatile renewable energy and waste heat, offering a sustainable solution for industrial heating needs.
Prezerv - Leveraging breakthrough AI to map subsurface conditions, offering 3D geospatial analytics for infrastructure owners and construction companies to ensure safety and durability.
Robotiz3d - An AI-powered service that identifies and assesses road defects with precision, reshaping road repair with technology-driven efficiency.
Verde - Innovation in asphalt technology with eco-friendly solutions that incorporate cold emulsion binders and biochar, aiming for a sustainable future in road construction.
The accelerator was aimed at companies that can demonstrate solutions to critical challenges within three segments of the roads ecosystem; Smart and Safe Roads, Green and Resilient Roads, and Productivity in Road Construction.
Eduardo Gomez, Head of CRH Ventures said: “Huge congratulations to our finalists! This program is an exceptional opportunity for startups and innovative tech solutions to gain access to an extensive network of experts within the construction industry.
“On the day, our panel of experts from CRH and partners ARUP, Egis and Ferrovial agreed that each pitch was of a very high standard, but these finalists showed exceptional promise.
We’re excited to work together to help address some of the most critical challenges facing the roadbuilding, maintenance and operation ecosystem.”
Launched in February this year, competition was fierce with over 150 applications from startups across the globe.