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Hyperion Robotics to open UK site amid green construction boom

Posted on May 15, 2025 by Phuong Ngo Pitkänen

Hyperion Robotics is set to expand its footprint with the launch of a UK factory and low-carbon product distribution centre. This expansion comes at a time when demand for sustainable infrastructure solutions is at an all-time high, and the UK accelerates its incentives for low-carbon construction and green technology adoption.

The Helsinki-based startup has built a reputation for revolutionising the construction industry by producing Eurocode-compliant reinforced concrete structures using advanced 3D printing technology and proprietary low-carbon materials. The new UK site, which will serve as the company’s headquarters for northern European operations, marks a significant milestone in Hyperion’s mission to deliver smarter, greener, and more cost-effective construction solutions.

Hyperion Robotics’ expansion aligns with the UK government’s intensified focus on achieving net-zero goals through green infrastructure development. By introducing its microfactory model, the company can deploy its innovative manufacturing units close to major construction sites, cutting transport emissions, accelerating project delivery, and saving costs for contractors.

While specific details about the exact location of the new UK base are yet to be disclosed, the company is considering sites in the Midlands and the North of England, prioritising proximity to critical infrastructure developments and transport hubs. The site will also create new skilled job opportunities and contribute to social value within the surrounding community.

“Establishing a presence in the UK is a natural next step for us as we continue to grow across Europe,” said Fernando De los Rios, CEO of Hyperion Robotics. “With over £700 billion in planned infrastructure projects over the next decade, we see a tremendous opportunity to bring our sustainable solutions to the forefront of the UK’s construction industry. Our technology not only delivers significant reductions in emissions and costs but also provides our clients with seamless integration, making it easier than ever to adopt next-generation construction methods.”

Hyperion’s expansion follows a series of successful projects across Europe, where the company has partnered with prominent names like Iberdrola, Yorkshire Water, and Mott MacDonald Bentley. These collaborations highlight Hyperion’s ability to address diverse infrastructure challenges, from energy plant foundations to water treatment facilities.

The new UK site will enable Hyperion to deepen its partnerships within the British construction sector, engaging with leading contractors and infrastructure developers. The company is actively exploring collaborations with UK universities and innovation ecosystems to enhance local research and development in robotic construction technology, as well as to foster the next generation of skilled professionals.

Hyperion’s UK expansion is supported by leading investors committed to climate tech and industrial innovation, reflecting the industry’s growing appetite for scalable, technology-driven solutions. By aligning cutting-edge robotics and AI with sustainability goals, Hyperion Robotics is poised to play a vital role in transforming the global infrastructure landscape.

For more information or to explore potential partnerships, contact contact@hyperionrobotics.com.

Hyperion Robotics Named Best Pitch at EIC Investor Day on Climate Tech

Posted on April 10, 2025April 10, 2025 by Phuong Ngo Pitkänen

On April 2nd, at the European Innovation Council (EIC) Summit 2025, Hyperion Robotics was selected as the best pitch in the Industrial Biotech and New Materials category at the Investor Day on Climate Tech. The company joined an innovative cohort alongside D-CRBN, Solmeyea, and Nevomo in their respective categories: Energy, Agritech and Food, and Green Mobility and Transportation. The recognition came as part of a vibrant showcase of 24 pioneering climate tech companies pitching their breakthrough solutions to a room of over 70 top-tier investors and venture capitalists.

24 pioneering climate tech companies pitching their breakthrough solutions to a room of over 70 top-tier investors and venture capitalists. Credits: EISMEA COMMUNICATION (EISMEA)

Held in Brussels, the EIC Summit has cemented itself as Europe’s leading event where deep tech meets policy, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, researchers, and decision-makers to explore the future of innovation. This year’s Investor Day put a spotlight on powering green transition with climate tech solutions.

“When it comes to deep tech, and particularly those with manufacturing or high CapEx (capital expenditure), a lot of investors are put off by the levels of risk that need to be taken. What you’re doing here is kind of unveiling and demonstrating how far [these companies] have been able to get with support from the EU, from the EIC and from other investors,” highlighted Zoe Peden, Partner at Ananda Impact Ventures in EIC Stories (EIC Investor Day on Climate Tech: Powering the Green Transition at the EIC Summit 2025).

The EIC Summit has cemented itself as Europe’s leading event where deep tech meets policy. Credits: EISMEA COMMUNICATION (EISMEA)

This stage was more than just a pitch opportunity—it was a strategic moment to showcase how deep tech can drive tangible, scalable solutions that address industry challenges and accelerate the green transition.

The construction sector is at a historic crossroads, responsible for nearly 40% of global carbon emissions yet crucial to delivering the estimated $7 trillion in sustainable infrastructure needed annually until 2030. Hyperion’s mission is to redefine the future of construction through low-carbon, intelligent solutions that reduce environmental impact, save costs, and build smarter.

“Being at the EIC Summit isn’t just about visibility—it’s about impact. To make real change, we need more than funding,” shared Fernando De los Rios , CEO of Hyperion Robotics.

We need a collaborative ecosystem where innovators, investors, policymakers and end-users align to accelerate meaningful progress.

Hyperion Robotics was selected as the winner in the Industrial Biotech and New Materials category at the Investor Day on Climate Tech, joining a innovative cohort alongside D-CRBN, Solmeyea, and Nevomo in their respective category. Credits: EISMEA COMMUNICATION (EISMEA)

By winning in their category, Hyperion not only validated their technology‘s potential but also reinforced their leadership in the climate tech space. The recognition signals a growing confidence in startups that are making deep tech not only innovative but also capital-efficient and policy-aligned.

Recently, Hyperion has been awarded by the European Innovation Council a €2.37 million grant, along with equity investment from the European Union, to support the development of carbon-negative materials for the construction industry. Additionally, Hyperion has joined the SCENE-B project, coordinated by Norwegian SINTEF Manufacturing, to develop a novel 3D-printed concrete material reinforced with aluminum fibers.

Hyperion Robotics partners with Norwegian SINTEF manufacturing to develop next generation low-carbon concrete

Posted on January 16, 2025February 18, 2025 by Phuong Ngo Pitkänen

Hyperion has joined the SCENE-B project, coordinated by Norwegian SINTEF Manufacturing, to develop a novel 3D-printed concrete material reinforced with aluminum fibers. The project has secured over €3.5 million in funding from the European Commission’s EIC Pathfinder programme, which supports the early-phase development of breakthrough technologies addressing global challenges.

Concrete, the most widely used construction material in the world, offers numerous untapped benefits, such as free-forming capabilities, excellent acoustic and structural properties, and high durability. However, it is also a significant contributor to global CO2 emissions. SCENE-B aims to create a new concrete mix with reduced cement content, compatible with aluminum fiber reinforcement and optimized for 3D printing. The project also explores the use of unwashed sea sand as a sustainable alternative to increasingly scarce river sand. Additionally, the production process will be optimized by leveraging material and design data to fine-tune production parameters. This approach facilitates the rapid deployment of highly customized prefabricated designs, ensuring both high quality and advanced customization capabilities.

To demonstrate the feasibility of this innovation, the project will produce a functional demonstrator showcasing the new concrete construction elements. The SCENE-B project will also address key aspects such as standardization and scalability, laying the groundwork for the commercialization of this innovative concrete solution.

Background information

Spanning the course of three years 2024-2027, the project, ‘Sustainable Concrete Freeforming for the New European Bauhaus’ (SCENE-B), aims to develop sustainable material and design tools with focus on additive manufacturing and automation. SCENE-B consortium consists of SINTEF Manufacturing AS (NO), SINTEF AS (NO), Mechatronics Innovation Lab (NO), Warsaw University of Technology (PL), and Hyperion robotics Oy (FI). Read more about SCENE-B project: SCENE-B

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Hyperion Robotics secures over €2.3 million in funding from the EIC Accelerator programme to advance carbon negative construction

Posted on January 8, 2025February 18, 2025 by Phuong Ngo Pitkänen

In July 2024, Hyperion Robotics, a Finnish technology company, was selected as one of 68 deep-tech startups to join the European Innovation Council’s (EIC) Accelerator programme. The funding includes a €2.37 million grant, along with equity investment from the European Union, to support the development of carbon-negative materials for the construction industry.

Founded by experts in engineering, construction, 3D printing, and robotics, Hyperion Robotics has pioneered low-carbon structural elements for the infrastructure sector. Over the past few years, the company has successfully delivered projects in water, energy, and transportation infrastructure.

To further reduce the carbon footprint of concrete structures, Hyperion is advancing carbon-negative materials designed to achieve a net-negative carbon impact. The EIC recognized the transformative potential of this innovation, awarding funding to accelerate the company’s efforts in this domain.

Concrete production accounts for 8% of global CO2 emissions, and the construction industry faces increasing pressure to meet net-zero CO2 emission targets by 2050. To address this challenge, many industry players are adopting innovative solutions like prefabricated elements, which can be efficiently produced using automation and carbon-negative materials.

Hyperion Robotics offers a groundbreaking technology poised to revolutionize the construction industry. By manufacturing green, carbon-negative structural elements that meet building codes and standards, automating production to reduce costs, and introducing a new design methodology that optimizes material usage and shortens design timelines, the company addresses critical bottlenecks in the industry.

‍Background information

The EIC Accelerator offers start-ups and SMEs grants of up to €2.5 million combined with equity investments through the EIC Fund ranging from €0.5 to €15 million or more. In addition to financial support, all projects benefit from a wide range of Business Acceleration Services that provide access to leading expertise, corporates, investors and ecosystem actors.

Hyperion Robotics named Technology Solutions Provider of 2024 Award from New Civil Engineer

Posted on July 8, 2024February 18, 2025 by Phuong Ngo Pitkänen

Hyperion Robotics has been named the Technology Solutions Provider of 2024 by New Civil Engineer, an accolade that underscores our dedication to innovation, ingenuity, and technical excellence in civil engineering.

Each year, New Civil Engineer convenes an independent panel of over 70 industry experts, including clients, academics, and contractors. These experts review written submissions and in-person presentations to select the best teams and individuals across various categories in civil engineering.

In their comments, the NCE judges were “impressed” with Hyperion, “which has taken an innovative approach to produce sustainable below-ground products with a lean engineering mindset and out-of-the-box thinking. Hyperion Robotics offers scalable, low-carbon, and agile solutions for a broad range of sectors within construction. The judges were keen to celebrate sustainable offsite production, focusing on client needs and the reuse of recycled waste by-products.”

The presentation was a strong point, characterized by engaging and passionate delivery and practical product examples. Hyperion’s innovative and smart business model shows a positive adaptation to real-world conditions.

Fernando, our CEO, and Henry, our Design Director, shared their excitement: “We are thrilled to accept this award on behalf of the entire Hyperion Robotics team. It’s a testament to Hyperion’s role as a driver of technological progress, where our expertise has empowered us to tackle some of the sector’s most pressing challenges and find better ways to move forward.”

Hyperion Robotics are working to design solutions that reduce carbon emissions and enhance overall efficiency, contributing to a lighter environmental footprint in construction. We believe that our innovative design solutions and commitment to sustainability will continue to make a significant impact on the construction industry.

*Hyperion team celebrating our win as Technology Solutions Provider of 2024*

Esholt Sewage Treatment Works wins Net Zero Award at ICE Yorkshire & Humber Awards

Posted on February 9, 2024February 18, 2025 by Phuong Ngo Pitkänen

At the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) Yorkshire & Humber Awards, Esholt Sewage Treatment Works has been honored with Net Zero Award, which highlights projects, studies and research which set new standards in lowering the carbon footprint of Yorkshire and Humber. This accolade not only recognizes the project’s commitment to reducing the carbon footprint but also calls for more innovations across the water sector.

In partnership with Mott MacDonald Bentley (MMB) and Yorkshire Water, Hyperion Robotics has designed and manufactured four bespoke drawpits, installed in Esholt Sewage Treatment Works.

*By literally thinking out of the box, we have designed and manufactured drawpits that use less material and produce less carbon emissions.*

The project’s success aligns seamlessly with the principles of “build nothing, build less, build clever, and build efficiently” as lauded by the judges of the Net Zero Award.

This recognition serves as both a celebration and a call to action. It celebrates the dedication and innovation of the teams involved, inspiring us to further our commitment to sustainability. Additionally, it challenges the entire construction industry to embrace and replicate these transformative practices.

*The collaboration has provided invaluable learnings and insights into how 3D-printing technology could be extended across the wider construction industry.*

Pioneering 3D-printed innovation for water industry delivers major carbon savings

Posted on November 8, 2023February 21, 2025 by Fernando

Hyperion Robotics has teamed up with sustainable building materials and construction solutions business Tarmac to bring structural 3D-printed concrete to the UK.

In partnership with fully-integrated design and build company Mott MacDonald Bentley (MMB) and Yorkshire Water, the innovation is being brought to life in a 3D-printed concrete design to replace standard applications for a major project at Yorkshire Water’s largest sewage treatment works in Esholt, near Leeds.

Following Yorkshire Water’s inaugural net zero partner event in January 2023, lead contractor MMB joined up with Hyperion and Tarmac to explore the latest sustainable construction solutions and techniques. As a result, four bespoke drawpits – traditionally heavy, box-shaped structures placed underground for the containment of electrical cabling – have been designed and put in place at Esholt thanks to the new robotic technology.

*Four bespoke drawpits delivered to Yorkshire Water’s largest sewage treatment works in Esholt, near Leeds*

The drawpits, which meet Eurocode standards for structural engineering, have been positioned to allow for cabling to be installed from a new motor control centre leading to a set of newly-refurbished deep bed sand filters and the site’s backwash pumping station. Together, the equipment combines to control and ensure high-quality water filtration on-site. The 3D-printed design has resulted in a 40 percent reduction in embodied carbon when compared to a conventional, in-situ drawpit.

Robert Gossling, head of commercial engineering solutions at Tarmac, said: “We’re proud to be at the forefront of innovation in the industry, meeting our customers’ needs for sustainable solutions and accelerating progress towards a net-zero built environment. Together with MMB and Hyperion Robotics, we’ve unlocked new opportunities to embrace exciting new 3D-printing technology and remote construction techniques for Yorkshire Water.”

When structurally designed 3D-concrete printing is combined with dry silo mortar factory production methods and the latest low carbon cement technology this new model offers multiple benefits. By continuing to provide expertise to Hyperion, we’re excited to explore how the key learnings from the project and how 3D-printing technology could be extended across the wider construction industry.

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Serving 760,000 people in Bradford and Leeds, Esholt Waste Water Treatment Works is undergoing a capital improvement programme in a bid to reduce the amount of phosphorus present in treated wastewater. The initiative forms part of Yorkshire Water’s performance on environmental commitments– ensuring effluent water quality meets and exceeds the most stringent requirements.

Marc Lupton, capital delivery programme manager for Yorkshire Water, said: “This pioneering piece of technology allows us to reduce our carbon footprint and has the opportunity to replace our traditional methods of construction.”

It’s exciting to see this 3D concrete printed structure and we are looking forward to seeing how we can develop further applications for expanding its use across our Capital Programme. We’d like to thank MMB, Hyperion Robotics and Tarmac for the work they have put in to bring this together. We are always looking at innovative new technologies to help us reduce our carbon footprint as we continue our journey to net zero.”

Tom Lewis, MMB operations director, said:

Innovative ways of working are at the core of how as a business MMB commit to deliver both low carbon and low-cost solutions for our clients. It has been a pleasure for our teams to collaborate in such a fast-paced way to bring these solutions to life and look forward to the continuing partnership bringing even greater gains.

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Drawpits are only a small part of the catalogue of cost-competitive and low-carbon structures Hyperion has developed. Hyperion’s on-demand manufacturing approach supports the construction industry in its transition to net zero, as together we work to tackle the climate emergency.

Hyperion Robotics Winning Startup Energy Transition (SET) Awards 2023 in Building & Construction Category

Posted on March 30, 2023February 21, 2025 by Phuong Ngo Pitkänen

On March 28th, in the SET Award Ceremony – the climax of the SET Tech Festival, Hyperion was recognized as a winner of SET Awards in the Building & Construction category. It is also our honor to become one of the 15 SET finalists, selected from over 400 applications and 63 countries, to present our ideas to an international jury of experts at the SET Tech Festival.

*Hyperion was recognized as a winner of SET Awards in the Building & Construction category, selected from over 400 applications and 63 countries.*

Hyperion Robotics designs, engineers and manufactures sustainable concrete structures, helping clients save time, money and embodied carbon. By bringing together 3D printing technology, automation and circular economy principles, our products enable 75 percent savings of material usage and cut construction’s carbon footprint by up to 90 percent.

This award is another opportunity for us to reaffirm our commitment to moving the construction industry toward a zero-waste and carbon-free future. It also comes as a timely reminder to the sector that there is still a lot of work to be done to achieve the ambitious goal of climate neutrality by 2030. The energy and utilities sector can see a significant impact with our 3D printing technology since we can help them build their infrastructure projects faster, more efficiently and with a very small carbon footprint.

“Throughout SET Tech Festival, we are inspired to learn from the most innovative energy start-ups from different parts of the world and share our ideas and ambitions about 3D printing technology in front of international startups, investors and prominent guests from the world of politics such as Anja Hajduk, State Secretary at the Federal Ministry of Economics and Climate Protection, Jennifer Morgan, State Secretary and Special Representative for International Climate Policy at the Federal Foreign Office, and Mark Van Stiphout, Deputy Head of the Unit for Research, Innovation, Competitiveness and Digitalisation at the European Commission.”

This fuels our motivations to keep pushing boundaries to decarbonize construction and ensure that industry leaders employ innovation as the clear path to their decarbonisation goals. And at the moment, we are already working with large energy companies and TSOs in Europe and around the world, helping them achieve these ambitious targets.

‍About SET Tech Festival

SET Tech Festival is a global innovation platform supporting innovation in energy transition. SET Award is a part of the SET Tech Festival organized by the German Energy Agency in Berlin, which has been around since 2017. SET Award is an international award for innovative business ideas for energy transition and climate protection, presented across five high-impact and industry relevant categories: “Clean Energy & Storage“, “Mobility & Transportation“, “Industry“, “Buildings & Construction” and “Quality Energy Access & SDG-7“.

Learn more about the award and winners in other categories here.

Hyperion Robotics secures €3M to decarbonize and automate the construction industry

Posted on October 25, 2022February 18, 2025 by Phuong Ngo Pitkänen

Hyperion Robotics, a Finnish technology company that specializes in advanced automation and sustainable technologies for concrete and the construction industry, has raised a € 3 million funding round.

Lifeline Ventures, one of the leading VCs in the Nordics and in Europe led the round alongside co-investors from the climate and construction sectors which include Impact VC Ubermorgen from Switzerland, PC Rettig & CO Impact, a Finnish/Swedish family office with industrial background, Goldacre, a Goldacre, a London-based VC focused on the sustainable built environment and its first investor, climate focused VC and accelerator Katapult from Norway. Katapult was Hyperion’s first investor and they are confirming their commitment through a new investment in this round.

This investment will allow Hyperion to scale-up its R&D capabilities, ramp up its software and materials technology and deploy the first Micro-factories to large-scale projects around the world. Kai Backman, partner at Lifeline, will join the board. “We are excited to invest in Hyperion, a company that has found a very unique way to implement additive manufacturing and software in concrete production,” Kai said.

‍The combination of highly optimized structures, robotically manufactured and made with sustainable concrete provides a unique edge for Hyperion to scale up its Micro-factories and make a massive impact in this very conservative industry.

“Cement is the source of about 8% of the world’s carbon dioxide emissions. To solve the climate crisis, we have to find solutions to reduce the carbon-intensity in the construction sector. Hyperion Robotics developed a key technology that reduces carbon dioxide emission in two ways: It allows for more complex structures that reduce the amount of material used by up to 75% vs. conventional structures and it recycles industrial waste to produce low-carbon cement mixtures. Moreover, Hyperion decreases construction costs significantly for multiple use-cases and increases labor safety.” Alexander Langguth, General Partner at Übermorgen Ventures said.

‍We believe that Hyperion can become a game changer in construction and are excited to join them on their growth journey.

Hyperion provides an end-to-end solution in the form of mobile 3D printing Micro-factories, which can work either in a stationary location or travel from site to site and combine the high precision of industrial robots with the intelligence and control of Hyperion’s proprietary hardware and software, which allows customers to automatically produce reinforced concrete structures for different kinds of industrial and infrastructure projects.

“In the past few decades, construction has been facing numerous challenges, namely logistics complexities to project delays, high costs and health and safety risks. At the same time, its environmental and social impacts are significant. Construction businesses can unlock higher growth and productivity by adopting 3D printing technologies to automate building processes and improve sustainability across the lifecycle of their projects,” Fernando De los Rios – CEO of Hyperion Robotics shared.

“One of the most unique products that we have developed is our optimized foundation which uses 75% less materials compared to traditional concrete foundations while reaching similar structural properties and high quality standards. However, the best is yet to come. We are keen to collaborate to improve our solution and move the industry forward to a better and cleaner future.”

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