The German Association for Digital Construction (BDBau) is pleased to announce another new member. This summer, drainage specialist BIRCO joined the association of ConTech startups. This brings the number of BDBau's supporters to five leading providers. Other supporting members include the German Housing Association, Nemetschek subsidiary Nevaris, REHAU New Ventures, and Reisch Bau.

BDBau supports ConTech startups

Since 2020, the German Association for Digital Construction (BDBau) has been supporting startups developing solutions specifically for the construction industry. Driven by the increasing shortage of skilled workers, limited material availability, and the growing need for documentation and collaboration, the demand for increased efficiency on construction sites is growing. With the help of so-called ConstructionTech startups, or ConTech for short, more and more companies are gaining access to innovations in the construction sector. BDBau offers its 113 members visibility, networking opportunities, shared knowledge, and various benefits. "We are delighted to welcome BIRCO as another manufacturer to our ranks," explains BDBau Chairman Roland Riethmüller.

Close contact with startups

BIRCO is one of the leading system providers for surface drainage in Europe. The family-owned company anticipates technological exchange and collaborative partnerships through its membership. “It is the responsibility of established companies to support fresh ideas and courageous young entrepreneurs. The interplay between experience and unbiased approaches is very fruitful. New approaches allow our industry as a whole to develop healthily,” comments Michael Neukirchen, Head of Digitalization at BIRCO.