Gravis Robotics raises $23M, Trimble launches Agent Studio AI platform

Snapshot

Gravis Robotics raises $23M, Trimble launches Agent Studio AI platform, Cyient-CNH renew autonomous equipment partnership, Australian EPBC reforms pass.

New Innovations and Partnerships

Cyient and CNH renew partnership for autonomous construction equipment: Cyient and CNH strengthen their partnership to enhance automation and perception capabilities in construction machinery. (timestech.in)

Machine learning aids architects in sustainable city design: Chaos's ML-powered tools let architects assess thermal performance and energy efficiency in early design stages, reducing material waste and keeping sustainable construction costs just 2% higher than traditional builds. (pbctoday.com)

Trimble launches Agent Studio to standardize AI across construction tools: Trimble unveiled Agent Studio to deploy AI agents across SketchUp, Tekla, ProjectSight, and Trimble Connect - unifying workflows while letting customers build custom agents. (aecmag.com)

Funding Rounds and M&A Activity

Gravis Robotics: Zurich-based Gravis Robotics has raised $23 million to expand AI-powered autonomous machines for construction in the U.S., U.K., and EU. (fortune.com)

Policy & Regulation Updates

Australian construction sector sees significant EPBC reforms: The Australian Senate passed reforms to the EPBC Act on November 27, 2025, improving project approval processes for housing and infrastructure. (buildaustralia.com)