Regions – Asia
The program is designed to build a vibrant innovation ecosystem for the Built Environment sector in Singapore.
Focus areas
1. Improved design and manufacturing:
- Automated control of precast reinforced concrete products;
- Digital test for the development of concrete strength in the production of precast reinforced concrete products;
- Mechanical connection of reinforcing bars;
- Marking for the production of precast bathrooms.
2. Automation and robotics for construction:
- Automated concrete grinding for walls and ceilings;
- Automatic grouting of floor tiles;
- Automated installation of noise protection panels.
3. Construction supervision, technical maintenance, and object management:
- Inspection of HDB blocks.
4. Delivery of digital assets and project management:
- AI-based video analytics for progress monitoring;
- Automated data collection on carbon emissions;
- Data-centric approach to trench cutter machine operations;
- Intelligent remote monitoring system for hydro insulation;
- Tracking of materials for cement tankers.
Eligibility criteria
- The competition is open to innovative start-ups, small and medium-sized enterprises around the world;
- Your project solves a problem in one of the above areas;
- Your company is officially registered;
For local companies:
- You have at least 30% of the local shareholding;
- Your annual turnover is less than 100 million Singapore dollars.
Prizes
The winners will receive:
- Opportunity to co-develop, test and pilot a solution with key players in the built environment industry;
- Entrepreneurship Development Grant up to SGD 250,000;
- Market access;
- Access to the largest corporations in the industry.