About Construction Tech sector in United Kingdom
The Construction Tech sector in United Kingdom comprises 1.76K companies, including 208 funded companies having collectively raised $1.81B in venture capital money and private equity. Out of these, 140 are Series A+ funded.
Construction Tech sector in United Kingdom has seen 86 acquisitions and 19 IPOs. This represents almost 6.0% of all such companies - which is higher than the 4.0% exit rate of tech companies in general.
This sector includes companies providing technology solutions or tech enabled services that help in executing any construction project from design to completion including field management.
Construction Tech sector is also known as ConTech.
Tools that help in executing any construction project from design to completion. Includes marketplaces or platform for procuring physical and human resources needed for a construction project like equipment, materials, and skilled professionals. Latest building technologies like 3D printing, robotics and modular construction that reduces the dependency on human labor and execute projects in shorter time span with lower cost are also included. Companies involved in services, consultancy, construction or design, home improvements/renovation, home automation, construction materials/suppliers, facilities/property management, and real estate technology are excluded.
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Top Construction Tech Companies in United Kingdom
There are 1,762 Construction Tech startups in United Kingdom which include XYZ Reality, Mott MacDonald, IES, Fyld, Disperse. Out of these, 208 startups are funded, with 140 having secured Series A+ funding.
2026 has seen the creation of 78 Construction Tech startups in United Kingdom. Over the past 10 years, an average of 69 new companies have been launched annually. Notably, several of these startups have been founded by alumni of University of Cambridge, University of Oxford and Imperial College London.
Here is the list of top Construction Tech startups in United Kingdom
1. XYZ Reality
Provider of cloud-based augmented reality software for construction professionals. Its offerings include 3D model viewing, engineering-grade 3D model, 3D site coordination system management, 3D model viewing, and analyzing, error management, construction rework management, and more.
Key facts about XYZ Reality
- Founded Year: 2017
- Location: London (United Kingdom)
- Stage: Series A
- Total Funding till date: $34.5M
- Investors: Octopus Ventures, Hoxton Ventures and 16 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series A, Jun 14, 2021, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 64/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 5 of 3,329 Competitors
Design solutions for performing people occupancy and evacuation simulations for buildings. The company offers services for aviation, education, construction, advisory, coastal, digital infrastructure, environment, health, industrial projects, highways, and more.
Key facts about Mott MacDonald
- Founded Year: 1989
- Location: Croydon (United Kingdom)
- Stage: Funding Raised
- Investors: Gov, Europa and 2 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Grant (prize money), May 29, 2025, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 63/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 1 of 158 Competitors
3. IES
Provider of building performance analysis software and related consulting services. The company offers tools for design, retrofit, and operation of efficient buildings. It provides expertise in design analysis, compliance, rating systems, and computational fluid dynamics. The company also delivers services for decarbonisation plans, energy models, and retrofit optioneering.
Key facts about IES
- Founded Year: 1994
- Location: Glasgow (United Kingdom)
- Stage: Acquired
- Total Funding till date: $2.17M
- Investors: Foresight Group, Scottish Enterprise and 57 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Unattributed, Jun 30, 2023, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 63/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 1 of 42 Competitors
4. Fyld
Provider of an AI platform for fieldwork operations management. The platform delivers visibility into fieldwork, enabling informed decisions regarding productivity and safety. It offers tools for communication, remote monitoring, reporting, and resource allocation. The platform transforms static forms into dynamic video assessments, enhancing real-time communication and operational visibility.
Key facts about Fyld
- Founded Year: 2019
- Location: London (United Kingdom)
- Stage: Series B
- Total Funding till date: $79.2M
- Investors: Energy Impact Partners, Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan and 5 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series B, Feb 17, 2026, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 63/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 16 of 3,735 Competitors
5. Disperse
Developer of software for visual documentation and construction project monitoring. This platform captures imagery from job sites using cameras, drones, and laser scanners to create a digital record of progress. The system maps visual data to architectural plans and building information models to track site status. Automated workflows allow teams to compare current site conditions against project schedules and design specifications. The technology facilitates remote site inspection and coordination by providing a visual timeline of construction activities. Users access these tools to manage task completion, identify potential issues, and maintain documentation throughout the building lifecycle.
Key facts about Disperse
- Founded Year: 2015
- Location: London (United Kingdom)
- Stage: Acquired
- Total Funding till date: $31M
- Investors: Northzone, 2150.VC and 31 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series B, Sep 26, 2022, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 62/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 3 of 142 Competitors
Companies founded year-on-year in the Construction Tech sector in United Kingdom
78 new startups have been founded so far in 2026 in the Construction Tech sector in United Kingdom. 129 Construction Tech startups in United Kingdom were founded in 2020 - this is the most number of startups founded in any year in the last 10 years.
- Total Number of Companies
Year | No. of companies |
|---|---|
2026 | 78 |
2025 | 50 |
2024 | 39 |
2023 | 52 |
2022 | 41 |
2021 | 58 |
2020 | 129 |
2019 | 83 |
2018 | 86 |
2017 | 74 |
Stage-wise distribution of Construction Tech sector companies in United Kingdom
Out of the total 1,762 Construction Tech companies in United Kingdom, 208 have secured funding. Among them, 140 have reached Series A or higher, and 119 to Series B or beyond.
Founded - 1,762
Funded - 208
Series A+ - 140
Series B+ - 119
Series C+ - 110
Company Stage | No. of companies |
|---|---|
Founded | 1,762 |
Funded | 208 |
Series A+ | 140 |
Series B+ | 119 |
Series C+ | 110 |
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Funding Trends in the Construction Tech sector in United Kingdom
Total funding year-on-year in the Construction Tech sector in United Kingdom
The Construction Tech sector in United Kingdom saw a total funding of more than $1.63B in the last 10 years. The most amount of funding was in 2021 at more than $327M. There has been a total funding of $110M in 2026 till date.
- Total Funding
Year | Total Funding |
|---|---|
2026 | $110M |
2025 | $275M |
2024 | $109M |
2023 | $83.8M |
2022 | $321M |
2021 | $327M |
2020 | $90M |
2019 | $84.7M |
2018 | $220M |
2017 | $9.94M |
Recent Funding Rounds in Construction Tech in United Kingdom
In the year 2026, till September 2026, Construction Tech companies in United Kingdom have raised $107M in equity funding across 15 rounds.
In the same period last year (i.e. till September 2025), Construction Tech companies in United Kingdom had raised $208M across 10 rounds.
So, 2026 has seen a 48.37% drop in funding in Construction Tech companies in United Kingdom as compared to 2025.
Here are some recent, important funding rounds in Construction Tech companies in United Kingdom:
Company | Round Raised | Amount Raised | Funding Date | Investors |
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PE | 1703 | Sep 25, 2026 | ||
Series A | 4475 | Sep 23, 2026 | ||
Seed | 5045 | Sep 10, 2026 | - | |
Seed | 7915 | Sep 09, 2026 | - | |
Series A | 6348 | Aug 17, 2026 | and 1 more |
Top Investors in Construction Tech in United Kingdom
Plug and Play Tech Center is the top investor in Construction Tech companies in United Kingdom based on number of companies invested.
Here are some top investors in Construction Tech companies in United Kingdom:
Investor | Location | Top Portfolio Companies |
|---|---|---|
Sunnyvale (United States) | ||
Palo Alto (United States) | ||
London (United Kingdom) | ||
Northwich (United Kingdom) | ||
Redwood City (United States) | - |
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M&A activity in Construction Tech sector in United Kingdom
In the year 2026, till September 2026, 5 acquisitions happened in Construction Tech sector in United Kingdom. Last year, in 2025, a total of 6 acquisitions happened in Construction Tech sector in United Kingdom.
Here are some recent, important acquisitions in Construction Tech sector in United Kingdom:
Company | Acquisition Type | Acquisition Date | Acquirers |
|---|---|---|---|
Business Acquisition | Sep 17, 2026 | ||
Business Acquisition | Sep 10, 2026 | ||
Business Acquisition | Jun 24, 2026 | ||
Business Acquisition | Jun 05, 2026 | - | |
Business Acquisition | May 11, 2026 |
Acquisition trends in Construction Tech sector in United Kingdom
Here are the acquisition trends in Construction Tech sector in United Kingdom:
- Total Number of Acquisitions
Year | No. of companies |
|---|---|
2026 | 5 |
2025 | 6 |
2024 | 6 |
2023 | 8 |
2022 | 10 |
2021 | 6 |
2020 | 12 |
2019 | 6 |
2018 | 9 |
2017 | 5 |
IPOs in Construction Tech in United Kingdom
In the year 2026, till July 2026, 1 IPO happened in Construction Tech sector in United Kingdom.
Here are some recent, important IPOs in Construction Tech sector in United Kingdom:
Company | IPO Date | Exchange Symbol |
|---|---|---|
Jul 31, 2026 | Euronext Exchange (Euronext) | |
Mar 22, 2006 | London Stock Exchange (LSE) | |
Sep 29, 1997 | London Stock Exchange (LSE) |
Colleges which produce the most Construction Tech companies in United Kingdom
Companies founded by alumni from top colleges in the Construction Tech in United Kingdom
Most number of Construction Tech startups in United Kingdom have been founded by alumni from University of Cambridge, University of Oxford and Imperial College London.
College | No. of companies |
|---|---|
University of Cambridge | 12 |
University of Oxford | 11 |
Imperial College London | 9 |
University College London | 5 |
University of Edinburgh | 5 |
London School of Economics and Political Science | 4 |
IIT Delhi | 3 |
London Business School (LBS) | 3 |
Cornell University | 2 |
INSEAD | 2 |
Total funding in Construction Tech companies founded by alumni from top colleges in United Kingdom
In the last 10 years, Imperial College London graduates' Construction Tech companies in United Kingdom have raised the most funding among top colleges. London School of Economics and Political Science alumni are second, and University of Cambridge alumni are third.
College | Total Funding |
|---|---|
Imperial College London | $57.3M |
London School of Economics and Political Science | $56.9M |
University of Cambridge | $52.8M |
IIT Delhi | $39.5M |
Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro | $39M |
NYU Stern School of Business | $38.3M |
INSEAD | $21.6M |
Cornell University | $20M |
University College London | $19.4M |
University of Oxford | $17.5M |
Top News in Construction Tech in United Kingdom
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Holcim invests in Cloud Cycle to bring real-time machine learning to concrete deliveryFinancial Times•Sep 09, 2026•Holcim, Cloud Cycle
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Graitec Launches Graitec STEEL: A Unified Solution for Connected, End-to-End Steel Project DeliveryGraitec Group•Jun 25, 2026•GRAITEC
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Graitec Joins the United Nations Global Compact InitiativeGraitec Group•Jun 03, 2026•GRAITEC, Unglobalcompact
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Aggreko to power Aussie copper mine under hybrid renewable PPARenewables Now•Apr 03, 2026•Aggreko, Harmony
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Aggreko will invest US$ 216 million in Latin America after growing 10% in 2025Money Report | Agenda de Líderes•Jan 29, 2026•Aggreko
