On November 18, 2025, Cemex Ventures will proudly participate in the first-ever European Pitch Day, hosted within the framework of Recotech, one of Europe’s leading events for innovation in construction and real estate technology.
This milestone event will bring together top startups, investors, and industry leaders to spotlight the future of construction innovation. As part of the agenda, the European Winner of the Construction Startup Competition 2025 will be selected from five standout startups:
- Kapture
- Ailytics
- All3
- Birdsview
- Navlive
These startups have already proven their potential by winning regional rounds of the global competition, and now they’ll pitch their solutions to a panel of experts in hopes of claiming the European title.
Why European Pitch Day Matters
The European Pitch Day is more than just a competition, it’s a platform for collaboration, visibility, and growth. It reflects Consttruction Startup Competition’s commitment to driving transformation in the construction industry by supporting startups that tackle real-world challenges with scalable, tech-driven solutions.
By participating in this event, Construction Startup Competition partners continue to strengthen its role as a global leader in construction innovation, connecting with visionary entrepreneurs and fostering a more sustainable and efficient built environment.
Meet the Jury for European Pitch Day
The European Pitch Day at Recotech will feature an outstanding panel of industry leaders and innovation experts.
The jury includes Mateo Zimmermann, Head of Venture Investments & Partnerships at CEMEX Ventures; Louis Cottin, Head of Scale at Leonard; Juan Nieto, Founding Partner at Zacua Ventures; Mike Mahan, Director at Caterpillar Ventures; Jonathan Willet, Startup Investment & Partnerships for Saint-Gobain EMEA; Oliver Glockner, VP Data, AI & Innovation at Hilti; and Germán Aparicio, Program Manager of Early Innovation and Partner Development at Trimble.
These professionals bring deep expertise in construction technology, venture capital, and strategic partnerships, ensuring a rigorous and insightful evaluation of the competing startups.
About Recotech
Recotech is a premier European event focused on real estate and construction technology. It brings together startups, corporates, investors, and thought leaders to explore the latest trends, share insights, and build partnerships that shape the future of the industry.
