CREtech acquires PlaceTech

The software supplier for coworking sites said it has started a global reorganisation of operations to “position it for sustainable growth, profitability and a return to cash generation”.

The workplace experience platform, built around digital employee badges, continues with its international expansion. After opening several new markets in 2022, the company is entering Belgium at Kortrijk Business Park, developed by Vesta.

The property maintenance startup is expanding to the North of England to support its contract with KeolisAmey Metrolink, the operator of the Greater Manchester tram network.

In his new role, Oliver Pye will set the “overall sustainability and environmental ambition” for the development consultancy.

Backed by Fifth Wall and Franklin Templeton, Our Next Energy secured a $1.2bn valuation as it aims to fill a gap in the global transition to clean electricity.

Gropyus, a startup that designs, builds and manages prefab homes, doubled its total funding with a Series B fundraise led by German residential giant Vonovia.

The hybrid working platform has teamed up with DragonPass, the airport and rail lounge service provider, to offer flex office space at 1,100 lounges worldwide.

Sublime Systems has developed a low-carbon alternative to the most fossil fuel-intensive parts of the cement making process.

MGISS, a UK geospatial company, aims to understand how satellite imagery can identify areas where developments could disrupt gas and water supply.