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Valerann?continues to push the boundaries of road intelligence. The company has secured a €3.6M contract from the?European Space Agency - ESA?to develop an AI-driven traffic monitoring platform that will integrate satellite data with ground-based sensors. We look for companies using deep technology to solve critical infrastructure challenges and Valerann is doing exactly that—enhancing road safety, improving traffic management, and supporting the future of connected mobility.

Colorado is an important part of the DNA of Pretred, and it was great to hear CEO?Eric Davis talk about this and share other insights with?David Tabor?of The Colorado Chamber of Commerce, on?PROCO360 | "Best Colorado Business Podcast", supported by?Denver Angels. Pretred is transforming road safety and sustainability with its Colorado Rubber Barrier, made from recycled tires—offering a more sustainable alternative to traditional concrete and plastic barriers without compromising on safety or durability. In this episode, Eric discusses entrepreneurship, innovation, and the journey of bringing sustainable infrastructure to market. Well worth a listen for anyone interested in climate tech, infrastructure, and the future of road safety. ?Check it out here, or wherever you get your podcasts:?https://lnkd.in/gHVnDhrD

HG Ventures’ Ginger Rothrock and Jonathan Schalliol?have been recognized as Emerging Leaders in the field of venture capital, through their inclusion in the Global Corporate Venturing Emerging Leaders 2025 list. "Having two members of our team included in a list of just 50 from across the industry is a proud moment” said HG Ventures' Managing Director, John Glushik. “This recognition highlights not only their individual expertise but also our collective commitment to identifying and supporting transformative startups. Our approach is built on deep industry knowledge, operational excellence, and strong relationships with founders, and Ginger and Jon exemplify that every day." https://lnkd.in/gB6sQdFg

Jonathan Schalliol?will join?Munich Re Ventures'?Alex Kamenetskiy and Merck’s?David Stevenson ?to?lead a session at the GCVI Summit in Monterey next Thursday (20th), introducing a new community for those responsible for Operations and Finance functions within corporate venture capital. The initiative is in part born out of the GCV Finance and Operations Forum that we were proud to host last year. If you're attending GCVI Summit, reach out to Jon if you?are interested in this session.

In one week's time?John Glushik?will join?TELUS Global Ventures (TGV)' Terry Doyle?and?Btomorrow Ventures'?Peter Wozny?on a panel at the GCVI Summit, discussing "Transformational Change and the Path Forward for CV&I". Join them at the Main Stage on Wednesday 19th at 1:10pm.

Rubber barriers that are at least as safe as traditional concrete ones, but massively more sustainable with no green premium. Now they're approved for use on U.S.?roadways!

It was great having technical leaders Luitpold Fried and Jan-Philip Merkl of Bind-X visit us from Germany today after their attendance at #PDAC. They came to discuss opportunities with The Heritage Group technical and business experts, as well as our team. Luitpold and Jan are working hard on Bind-X's mission of making mining cleaner with biological dust control.

The construction industry is responsible for nearly 8% of global CO? emissions, and traditional cement production is a major contributor.?Material Evolution?is changing that. The company's newly launched ultra-low carbon cement plant in Wrexham, Wales, is now the UK’s largest producer of sustainable cement, offering a scalable, high-performance alternative that significantly reduces emissions. It's a major step forward for sustainable construction. https://lnkd.in/dVxZSqbs

We find the GCVI Summit is always a valuable opportunity to meet and share ideas with the corporate venture capital world.?Use the link below to secure your spot.???

As The Heritage Group kicks off another year of driving impact across industries, HG Ventures remains committed to investing in founders tackling the big problems and creating enduring value. From advanced chemistry to circular economy solutions and next-generation infrastructure, innovation happens when great ideas meet deep expertise and real market opportunities. This video demonstrates the spirit of innovation that exists across The Heritage Group. ?? https://lnkd.in/gJDDTGeE