ISAI Build Venture

Overview

A global venture capital fund dedicated to construction startups, established in partnership with Bouygues. The fund focuses on investing in startups that develop software and hardware solutions to accelerate the transformation and decarbonization of Bouygues' business segments in construction, property development, transport, and energy and services infrastructure. With a capital of €80 million, ISAI Build Venture aims to acquire minority interests in 15 to 20 startups over the next five years, primarily targeting Europe and the United States. The fund seeks to invest between €500,000 and €5 million in each funding round, ranging from Seed to Series C. By leveraging Bouygues' industry expertise and market opportunities, the fund aims to drive the integration of new technologies and business models, address challenges in digitalization and mass production, and reduce the environmental impact of its activities. The fund's management is entrusted to ISAI, a recognized investor in the tech and digital ecosystem, which has been financing and supporting digital startups and scale-ups in France and internationally for over 13 years. The combined expertise of ISAI and Bouygues enables the fund to build a diverse portfolio of startups, fostering innovation and growth in the construction sector. The fund's team includes professionals such as Arnaud de Scorbiac, Arthur Falinower, Simon Béguin, Jean-David Chamboredon, and Paul Strachman, who bring a wealth of experience in venture capital and industry-specific knowledge to support the fund's strategic objectives.

Investment Focus

• Startups developing software and hardware solutions for construction, property development, transport, and energy and services infrastructure
• Focus on accelerating transformation and decarbonization of Bouygues' business segments
• Targeting funding rounds from Seed to Series C
• Investment size between €500,000 and €5 million per startup
• Geographical focus on Europe and the United States