NavLive Wins the Cemex Construction Startup Competition, Beating 560+ Entrants
We’re thrilled to announce that NavLive has been recognised as the winner of the #Recotech European Pitch Day in the Construction Startup Competition 2025, emerging as one of the top startups from more than 560 applicants worldwide.
Our AI-powered handheld 3D construction scanner can model an entire building in 3D, helping construction and architectural teams plan, design, and deliver projects faster and more efficiently.
Presenting Our Solution
Our team presented our innovative solution to industry leaders, showing how our scanner bridges the gap between real-world scanning and digital modelling.
“It’s an honour to present our solution and be recognised with this award. This milestone reflects the dedication of our incredible team, our investors, and our early adopters. Thank you all for believing in what we’re building!” Christopher Davison, CEO of NavLive
What is the Cemex Construction Startup Award?
The Construction Startup Competition, now in its eighth year, is a leading innovation challenge in the construction industry. It recognises startups developing technologies that are transforming the built environment, including AI, robotics, industrialised construction, and smart building design.
Global leaders support the programme: Cemex Ventures, Caterpillar Inc., Ferrovial, Hilti, Trimble, Saint-Gobain, Dysruptek by Haskell, Leonard, and Zacua Ventures.
Previous Winners
Past winners of the Construction Startup Competition have included startups focused on:
- Sustainable construction materials
- Autonomous systems for construction sites
- Robotics and automation in building workflows
- Digital solutions for project management and smart buildings
NavLive is proud to join this roster of innovators, continuing the tradition of driving change in construction technology.
Presenting at Global Pitch Day in Helsinki
Today, we presented our solution at the Global Pitch Day in Helsinki during the RECOTECH conference, joining other winners, investors, and industry leaders to showcase how our AI-powered handheld 3D construction scanner is transforming on-site data capture and shaping the future of construction.
Building the Future of Construction with AI
Developed from robotics research at the University of Oxford, NavLive’s handheld scanner captures and converts complex building data into accurate site drawings within minutes. By reducing rework, delays, and repeat visits, our technology delivers a faster, more efficient way to capture site data.
Find Out More
To find out more about how NavLive is making reality capture smarter, faster, and more accessible for construction, book a free demo now.
