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VivaCity

Smarter, Safer, Sustainable Cities

At VivaCity, we recognize that demands on our road networks and urban infrastructure are rapidly changing and that traditional traffic monitoring is outdated. We develop cutting-edge AI-powered computer vision technology to capture anonymised multimodal road user data and provide cities with the most accurate, reliable insights.

HeadquartersLondon, United Kingdom
Team size51-100
Founded2015

At VivaCity, we recognize that demands on our road networks and urban infrastructure are rapidly changing and that traditional traffic monitoring is outdated. We develop cutting-edge AI-powered computer vision technology to capture anonymised multimodal road user data and provide cities with the most accurate, reliable insights.

Chief Executive Officer (CEO):

Mark Nicholson

Chief Technology Officer (CTO):

Yang Lu

Total Funding$8.5 Million
Last Round2023-03-16
Rounds Found3

VivaCity raised $8.5 million in funding to expand its innovative AI-powered traffic monitoring technology.

Funding Journey (Key Rounds)

2023-03-16
Series unknown
$8.5 Million valuation

EnBW

A German publicly traded energy utility focusing on sustainability innovation.

Sustainable Infrastructure

Notable Investments

Foresight Group

An investment manager focused on alternative assets and returns.

Notable Investments

Gresham House Ventures

A growth equity firm that specializes in UK based tech companies.

Notable Investments

VivaCity aims to expand its presence into new markets while enhancing its technology.

Challenges

Addressing rising operational costs

Competing with established market players

Opportunities

Expanding into international markets

Increased demand for smart city solutions

VivaCity receives award Queen's Enterprise Award for Innovation.

VivaCity was awarded the Queen's Enterprise Award for Innovation, acknowledging their contributions to improving urban transport.

VivaCity partners with Glasgow Bus Partnership.

VivaCity has partnered with Glasgow City Council to improve traffic flow and road safety for pedestrians and cyclists with AI-powered sensor technology.

Who is founder?

Mark Nicholson

Who is cto?

Yang Lu

What does the company do?

VivaCity develops cutting-edge AI-powered computer vision technology to capture anonymised multimodal road user data for transport optimization.

How much funding?

$8.5 Million

Latest funding date?

2023-03-16

Who are the investors?

EnBW Foresight Group Gresham House Ventures

What are the challenges?

Addressing rising operational costs Competing with established market players

What are the opportunities?

Expanding into international markets Increased demand for smart city solutions

Latest news?

VivaCity was awarded the Queen's Enterprise Award for Innovation, acknowledging their contributions to improving urban transport. VivaCity has partnered with Glasgow City Council to improve traffic flow and road safety for pedestrians and cyclists with AI-powered sensor technology.