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The Top 5 Smart Building Acquisitions & Investments of 2024!
December 12th, 2024Beyond Backup: Battery Storage as a Strategic Asset for Commercial Real Estate
December 11th, 2024Meet The ‘Cool’ Kids Heating Up AI HVAC Optimization
A new wave of technology companies is transforming how commercial buildings manage their heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. These startups are applying artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms to tackle the complexities of HVAC optimization, moving beyond traditional control methods to achieve significant energy savings. According to Memoori’s research report, “Energy Management Software for […]
Wagner Fire Protection Business & 2024 Financials Examined
In this Research Note, we examine Wagner Group GmbH, the German fire protection solutions provider, based on their 2023/2024 results, and the group’s recent expansion strategy. This updates our previous coverage of Wagner Fire from October 2023. Wagner Fire Product Portfolio & Target Markets The group, headquartered in Langenhagen, Germany is one of the technology […]
Siemens Buildings Business & FY 2024 Financials Examined
In this Research Note, we examine the buildings business of Siemens, which operates within the Smart Infrastructure (SI) division, based on their Q4 earnings release and investor presentations of 14th November 2024. This article focuses on the latest financial results, divisional revenue mix, senior management appointments, and acquisitions. Siemens Smart Infrastructure Q4 FY 2024 Financials […]
Keeping Cool in an Increasingly Hot Data Center HVAC Market
Developing technology trends like artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing, and digital transformation are driving the global demand for data processing and storage to unprecedented levels. As a result, energy-intensive data centers are fast becoming a major energy consumer, due in large part, to cooling systems that account for up to 40% of their total consumption, […]
Mapping the Strategic Direction of JLL in Smart Buildings 2024
This Research Note examines the emerging strategic priorities of JLL, one of the largest real estate service providers in the smart buildings space. We have mapped acquisitions, strategic partnerships, and investment activity to ascertain the growth ambitions of the group, by categorizing the various business relationships by technology and investment type. This article is a […]
What’s Behind Schneider Electric’s Acquisition of Motivair?
This Research Note examines what’s behind Schneider Electric’s acquisition of Motivair Corporation, a US manufacturer of liquid cooling solutions for data centers. We review the transaction details, the strategic rationale, the Motivair offering and assess how this acquisition fits into Schneider Electric’s data centers portfolio. Transaction Details Schneider Electric agreed to acquire a 75% controlling […]
What’s Behind Siemens Acquisition of Danfoss Fire Safety?
This Research Note examines what’s behind the acquisition of Danfoss Fire Safety A/S by Siemens Smart Infrastructure announced on 8th October 2024. We review the transaction details, the strategic rationale, the SEM-SAFE fire protection system, and deployments before assessing how this acquisition fits into Siemens fire safety portfolio. Transaction Details Siemens Smart Infrastructure has agreed […]
Energy Management Software for HVAC Optimization Market
In today’s complex commercial real estate landscape, energy management has become a critical focus for asset managers, property managers, and facilities managers. As urbanization accelerates, energy demand grows, and the energy market becomes more volatile, optimizing energy use is no longer just about lowering costs, it has become a key factor in achieving sustainability, resource […]