Infravision Raises $91 Million Series B to Expand Drone-Powered Power Grid Construction
Infravision, the Austin, Texas-based robotics company transforming the way power grids are built and maintained, has secured a $91 million Series B funding round to accelerate the global deployment of its drone-integrated infrastructure technology. The latest financing comes as utilities, contractors, and governments around the world pursue faster, safer, more cost-effective alternatives to traditional power line construction methods amid surging demand for modern electric grids due to electrification, renewable integration, and data-center expansion.
The Series B round was led by GIC, Singapore’s leading global investment firm that manages a significant portion of the country’s foreign reserves and regularly backs high-growth industrial technologies. Participating in the funding alongside GIC were Activate Capital, Hitachi Ventures, and existing backer Energy Impact Partners, showcasing continued confidence from both new and returning investors in Infravision’s long-term vision.
Founded in 2018 by robotics engineer Cameron Van Der Berg and military veteran Chris Cox, Infravision has developed the TX System, a fully integrated suite of aerial robotics, intelligent ground equipment, and specialized stringing hardware that dramatically improves the safety, speed, and cost structure of power line stringing and grid construction. Unlike traditional methods that rely on ground crews and expensive helicopter deployments, Infravision’s technology harnesses autonomous drones and automated systems to build and maintain transmission infrastructure with precision and reduced risk.
The new funding will be used to expand Infravision’s operations, especially in North America, where the company plans to hire top engineering talent, scale manufacturing capabilities, and deepen partnerships with utilities, developers, and construction firms seeking advanced grid solutions. Infravision has already delivered more than 40 large-scale grid projects across multiple countries, demonstrating the TX System’s effectiveness on major transmission deployments and emergency response efforts—including work with Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) in California and large-scale projects in Australia.
Infravision’s leadership highlights that the world faces a once-in-a-generation demand for grid expansion and modernization, with estimates suggesting the need to double global transmission infrastructure by 2040 to support electrification goals and the growth of energy-intensive technologies like artificial intelligence and industrial operations. The company’s automated approach seeks to eliminate many of the cost overruns, schedule delays, and safety challenges posed by conventional power line construction.
The involvement of GIC and other strategic investors signals strong institutional belief in the future of automated infrastructure technologies. GIC’s leadership in the Series B round underscores the importance of long-term capital commitments to foundational industries such as energy transmission, where technology advancements can have far-reaching economic and environmental impacts. Activate Capital and Hitachi Ventures bring deep operational expertise in scaling industrial and deep-tech companies, while Energy Impact Partners continues its support from earlier rounds, backing innovations that help accelerate the energy transition.
Infravision’s previous funding history includes a notable $23 million Series A round led by Energy Impact Partners in 2023, which helped the company accelerate its grid robotics platform and expand its footprint in North America and beyond. That earlier financing brought in utility-centric partners such as Equinor Ventures and Edison International, reflecting strong industry demand for next-generation grid solutions.
With its Series B capital now secured, Infravision is positioned to scale its aerial robotics systems to meet accelerating infrastructure needs. The company plans not only to enhance manufacturing and field deployment capabilities but also to broaden the range of applications for its technology—potentially including more automated solutions for grid monitoring, maintenance, and future electrification projects.
As utilities and governments alike grapple with aging infrastructure, increased reliability requirements, and the urgent need to support clean energy goals, innovative approaches like Infravision’s could redefine industry standards for grid construction. With substantial funding and a strong investor base, the company is poised to play a central role in building the resilient, efficient, and scalable power networks of the future.
