The concept of Smart Cities is gaining traction all over the world. The idea is to utilise technology and data to improve the living conditions of city dwellers, manage resources efficiently and reduce environmental impact. The United Kingdom is home to several innovative startups working in the smart cities sector. Here are 15 such enterprises that are spearheading the growth periphery in this space.
From developing infrastructure for smart transportation to offering solutions for smart homes and offices, these startups are leveraging modern technology such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), and Big Data to create a more sustainable and efficient urban environment. Without further ado, let’s take a detailed look at these groundbreaking companies and what they offer in the realm of smart cities.
It is interesting to note that these startups span multiple sectors such as Real Estate, Utilities, Security, Retail and more. The diversity of their operations underscores the wide-ranging potential of the smart cities concept and the adaptability of modern tech solutions.
Denver Technologies
Denver Technologies aims to bridge the gap in data support necessary for the successful development of smart cities. Founded by Martin-Zack Mekkaoui, this startup operates in the realm of Big Data, Information Technology, Smart Cities, and Software.
IDU Group
IDU Group is a startup innovating in the field of infrastructure by making last mile logistics possible with drone technology. The company was founded by Kevin Duckers and Shaun Falck.
Itoma Lux
Itoma Lux, led by Eric Tomaszewski, enables property development. Besides establishing finance strategies, the startup de-risks and boosts the commercial success of real estate projects with marketing & sales solutions.
Smart City Operating System
Under the guidance of Flynn Robinson, Smart City Operating System introduces AI-driven automation platform for smart homes, businesses, and nations.
GoodVision
GoodVision offers an advanced traffic analytics platform, driven by AI. Co-founded by Daniel Stofan and Lukas Hruby, it amalgamates Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Computer Vision, Data Visualization, Machine Learning, SaaS, Smart Cities, and Transportation.
Othership
Built with remote and hybrid working in mind, Othership offers flexible memberships for flexible working in collaboration with others. The startup was founded by Arnaud Mardegan and Benjamin Carew.
The UK Launchpad
The UK Launchpad is a venture by Sandeep Arora, focusing on the Retail, Retail Technology, and Smart Cities industry.
Recyclan
Recyclan is a Tech Enabled Plastic Recycling Company based in the UK. Founded by Chime Okwuokenye, Molawa Adesuyi, and Rob Holman, it operates in the CleanTech, Energy Efficiency, Packaging Services, Recycling, Smart Cities, and Sustainability sectors.
Pluvo
Pluvo has devised innovative advertising totems that also monitor and control air pollution.
PassageWay
PassageWay, founded by Christopher Johns, Connects Places To Smarter Mobility.
A/O PropTech
A/O PropTech, founded by Gregory Dewerpe, is Europe’s largest Proptech VC firm investing in technology companies that are transforming the real estate industry.
Tech.London
Co-founded by George Johnston, Tech.London offers a comprehensive guide to the startup community, events, and jobs in London.
5DSensing Ltd. (LyDAR)
5DSensing Ltd. (LyDAR), led by Dr. Roni (Aharon) El-Bahar, is a company designing innovative sensors for smart cameras.
Angoka
Angoka is an IoT security company focused on protecting machine-to-machine communications for Smart Cities and Mobility. Founded by Daniela Menzky, Shadi Razak, and Steve Berry, it operates in the Autonomous Vehicles, Cyber Security, Drones, and Smart Cities sectors.
Metrikus
Metrikus, founded by Adrian Purvis, Michael Grant, Gary Cottle, and Juan Quintas, is a building efficiency platform that helps organizations become more efficient, productive, and sustainable.
The above startups represent a small but significant slice of all the innovation happening in the smart cities sector in the UK. Their cutting-edge technology solutions are driving the evolution of urban spaces into smarter, more connected and sustainable environments. As they continue to innovate and grow, the impact of their technologies on our lives is likely to become even more pronounced in the coming years.
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