Singapore’s Groundup.ai Raises $4.25M to Scale Predictive Maintenance Tech

Groundup.ai, a Singapore-based industrial AI startup focused on predictive maintenance and workplace safety, has secured US$4.25 million in a Series A funding round. The company uses AI to enhance machinery reliability and improve safety standards across industrial settings.

The investment round was spearheaded by Singapore-based VC firm Tin Men Capital, with ongoing support from Wavemaker Ventures, the early-stage investment arm of Wavemaker Partners. Additional participation came from SEEDS Capital and Hiven, a joint venture formed by CJ International Asia and KK Fund.

Groundup.ai plans to utilize the fresh capital to scale its AI-driven product offerings and expand its market presence, particularly across Australia, Europe, and North Asia. The funding will also help the company strengthen its operations in Asia and the Middle East. Additionally, Groundup.ai intends to invest in talent acquisition and infrastructure to enhance its ability to deliver long-term value to clients.

Established in 2021 and based in Singapore, Groundup.ai focuses on workplace safety and predictive maintenance technologies. Its core solution, “Cognitive Maintenance,” combines proprietary sensors, autonomous AI agents, and advanced machine intelligence to deliver root-cause insights and actionable recommendations. By identifying potential machine issues early, the platform helps businesses in industries such as oil & gas, maritime, defense, and manufacturing minimize unexpected downtime and boost efficiency.

Groundup.ai’s technology has already delivered substantial cost savings to its clients, which include multinational corporations and government-linked entities across Southeast Asia and the Middle East. By using advanced AI to predict failures and provide actionable remedies, the company is helping organizations move beyond traditional maintenance models, transforming maintenance from a reactive cost center into a proactive, strategic asset.

Leon Lim, CEO and Founder of Groundup.ai emphasized the company’s mission to revolutionize industrial operations: “We’re not just optimizing maintenance—we’re changing how industries operate. Our platform empowers maintenance teams to make assets intelligent, self-monitoring, and capable of predicting failures before they happen.” He also highlighted the substantial savings their technology has generated for clients, reinforcing the value of their AI-powered solutions.

Tin Men Capital’s Jeremy Tan expressed confidence in Groundup.ai’s potential, stating, “Their work in Cognitive Maintenance goes beyond predicting failures. It transforms maintenance into a strategic asset, a game-changer in asset-heavy industries.” The support from these investors will enable Groundup.ai to accelerate its global expansion and continue delivering cutting-edge industrial AI solutions.

Looking ahead, Groundup.ai aims to further enhance its product offerings to address the growing complexity of industrial environments. The company plans to expand its AI and machine learning capabilities, ensuring its solutions meet the evolving needs of industries worldwide. Additionally, Groundup.ai will strengthen its presence in regional and global markets to drive broader adoption of its technology.