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Gravis Robotics has raised €172 million ($200 million) in a Series A round, securing its status as Europe's latest robotics unicorn. SoftBank exclusively participated in this significant funding event.

RECENTLY ACQUIREDAug 17, 2026•about 3 hours ago

Amount Raised

€172 Million

Round Type

Series A

ZurichArtificial IntelligenceConstruction

Investors

Soft Bank

Description

Gravis Robotics, based in Switzerland, has successfully raised €172 million in a Series A financing round, achieving a post-money valuation of €862 million. The funding marks the largest Series A financing in construction robotics to date and highlights continued investment in this sector. CEO Ryan Luke Johns emphasizes the potential for enhanced productivity rather than replacing operators. The round was led solely by SoftBank.

Company Information

Company

Gravis Robotics

Location

Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland

About

Gravis Robotics, founded in late 2022 as a spinout from ETH Zurich, is revolutionizing the construction industry by tackling challenges such as rising demand, falling output, and an aging workforce. The company specializes in autonomous excavation technology, enhancing productivity through its advanced AI and learning-based control systems. Gravis aims to support human teams rather than replace them, showcasing significant improvements in efficiency and safety for construction projects.

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