The ConTech Call promoted by MEXT: Mota-Engil Next aims to support innovative solutions to modernize construction and foster a paradigm shift in how we conceptualize, design, and build the cities and the infrastructures of the future.

MEXT is an accelerator and promoter of local and global transformation for Mota-Engil (ME) Group, giving voice to all stakeholders by creating ideas with a positive impact on business and our people, society, sustainability and everyday life. Our innovation efforts are aimed at Industry Transformation amongst ME Group segments (Engineering and Construction, Environment and Services, Transport concession, Energy and Mining), overall Efficiency of Processes and Enhanced Productivity and Business Model Innovation, deeply aligned with Sustainability goals.

We are looking for solutions into 4 categories:

GREEN CONSTRUCTION*

Built environment decarbonization

Circular business models

Waste management & recycling

Sustainable materials

Water/Energy generation, conservation & efficiency

ENHANCED PRODUCTIVITY*

Project planning, monitoring & control

Health & Safety compliance and mitigation

Finance & credit solutions

Asset management & maintenance

Geotechnical analysis

Project Bidding optimization

CONSTRUCTION SUPPLY CHAIN*

Procurement

Materials & resources marketplaces (labor, equipment or materials)

Logistic tools & materials tracking

Inventory management & onsite handling

FUTURE OF CONSTRUCTION*

3D printing & additive manufacturing

Industrialized & automatized processes (offsite, modular, precast, rebar...)

Robotics & machine assisted applications

Optimization of materials manufacturing (mixes, coatings, binders, etc.)

Smart cities & buildings

*non-exhaustive

From whom do we seek these solutions?

Solutions should fulfill the following criteria:

Stage of development from PoC to growth stage

Address a challenge in the construction industry (B2B)

With the capacity to test your solution in one of Mota-Engil markets (Portugal, Angola, Mozambique, Nigeria, Mexico, Peru, Brazil, or other)

And the potential to operate and scale the solution globally

BENEFITS

Market Access

Test and validate your solution on a Mota-Engil construction site in one of Mota-Engil core markets Portugal, Angola, Mozambique, Nigeria, Mexico, Peru, Brazil, or other.

expertise

Access to advisory from Mota-Engil group executives and MEXT team.

personalized planning

One size does not fil all and we work to tailor the pilot to ensure the best chance of success.

REQUIREMENTS

The business potential and strategic alignment with Mota-Engil Group

The experience and credibility of the founding team

The clients, projects and uses-cases track record

The quality of the solution

SPONSOR

Mota-Engil Group is a multinational with operations in the segments of Engineering and Construction, Environment and Services, Transport concession, Energy, and Mining. Leader in Portugal with a consolidated position in the ranks of the 30 largest European construction Groups and the World Top 100, Mota-Engil is making its mark in +20 countries across Europe, Africa, and Latin America.

Founded in 1946, the company is known for its ability to execute complex and large-scale projects, always with a strong commitment to innovation and sustainability. With holdings in approximately 300 companies, Mota-Engil takes a unique and integrated strategic approach for the future: a Group more international, innovative, and competitive on a worldwide scale.