Observed Signal · Oct 15, 2026 · Funding · Source: Tech.eu (European Tech & Deals) · Impact: 1/5 · Sentiment: Positive
Solvera Raises $6.3M for AI-Native Engineering Firm
Oslo-based Solvera has raised €5.62 million ($6.3 million) in a pre-seed funding round to scale its AI-native engineering firm for the construction industry. Founded in July 2026 by Arif Mirza (CEO), Pål Rasmussen (CTO), and Thorvald Thorsnes (CCO), Solvera combines experienced building engineers with proprietary AI technology to deliver end-to-end services, focusing initially on mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems. The round was led by Seedcamp, with participation from Construct Venture, Inception Fund, Momentum, Obos Ventures, PSV Tech, Sondo, The Nordic Web Ventures, and angel investors including Spacemaker founders Anders Kvåle and Håvard Haukeland. Instead of selling software licenses or consulting hours, Solvera uses an outcome-based model, charging for results. The company reports nearly €892k in contracted revenue in its first three months, has a team of nine, and has worked with Norwegian contractor Betonmast. Funding will support team expansion in Oslo, a new London office, and further development of its operating system.
The funding is in the construction engineering sector, which is tangential to AdTech/MarTech. However, the use of AI agents and an AI-native operating system could have broader implications for AI-driven automation in business, making it marginally relevant to the AI industry.
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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- Solvera raised €5.62 million ($6.3 million) in a pre-seed round led by Seedcamp.
- Founded in July 2026 by Arif Mirza, Pål Rasmussen, and Thorvald Thorsnes.
- Focuses on AI-native engineering for construction, starting with MEP systems.
- Reports nearly €892k in contracted revenue in first three months and has worked with Betonmast.
- Plans include expanding Oslo team, opening London office, and accelerating operating system development.
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