CREDO Robotics
Your Strategic Partner for Construction Robotics at the Highest Level
Implementing robotics in construction is among the most complex and underestimated challenges in the built environment.
Today, over 400 startups and companies are developing automation solutions for construction—but only a few deliver truly scalable, lasting impact.
At CREDO Robotics,
we understand what it takes.
Our team includes globally recognized experts in construction robotics, strategic innovation, and advanced systems engineering. We’ve supported EU research programs, industrial consortia, major construction firms, and robotics manufacturers worldwide—from initial concepts to real-world deployment.
We advise a select group of partners
including construction companies, real estate developers, public institutions, universities, and technology manufacturers—helping them unlock the full potential of automation. From feasibility studies and systems architecture to strategic roadmapping and implementation support, we provide guidance with unmatched precision and depth.
Our Services
From Idea to Implementation – With Structure & Impact
We support our clients
Across the full innovation lifecycle:
Feasibility studies & opportunity assessments
Requirements engineering & technical specifications
Strategic roadmapping & system architecture
Concept development & technology design
Prototyping support & partner ecosystem development
Each engagement is individually tailored—engineered for technical excellence, economic feasibility, & long-term scalability.
CREDO Robotics
Rethinking the Future of Construction
We are a high-level strategy and engineering consultancy at the intersection of construction, robotics, mechanical engineering, and computer science.
Our mission: to shape the next generation of construction processes through innovation, systems thinking, and technical rigor.
With deep industry insight and leadership in global R&D, we support our clients from the first concept to large-scale deployment.
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Areas of expertise
Industry Sections
We support every stage of the construction value chain. Whether solving specific processlevel challenges or developing integrated, cross-sector solutions, we bring clarity, structure, and scalable impact.
Painting and Coating Robot, Nova Spraytech
About the Company
Our Experience
CREDO is a pioneer and leading consultancy in construction robotics. Our team brings decades of interdisciplinary experience, backed by a global network of industry leaders and innovation partners.
Integrated Robotic Solutions
Our Services
We specialize in developing integrated robotic systems designed around total lifecycle performance. Our cross-disciplinary approach ensures that every solution delivers maximum competitive advantage—beyond traditional silos and isolated technologies.
Our Industry
We support you throughout all stages of the construction value chain
Digital processes and Al
Design & planning
Design and planning are foundational to effective technology adoption. CREDO integrates digital tools and AI to enhance early-phase decision-making and ensure downstream alignment across the value chain
Next generation construction machines
Advanced equipment
Construction equipment is evolving— becoming smarter, modular, and digitally connected. CREDO helps clients leverage these technologies to increase flexibility, productivity, and system compatibility.
Smart and resilient cities
Digital technologies
CREDO is driving innovation in the development of future-proof cities. Our solutions enable more adaptive, efficient, and sustainable urban environments—supported by robotics and data-driven systems.
Advanced modular construction
Off-site construction
Off-site construction enables better control of logistics, quality, cost, and scheduling. CREDO supports the adoption of modular and automated solutions to improve predictability and scalability.
Future robotic solutions
On-site construction
The construction site is being transformed by prefabrication and new robotic technologies. We develop and integrate on-site automation tools that enhance performance, reduce risk, and enable scalable implementation.
Advanced building technology
Building operation and maintenance
From renovation to disassembly, CREDO applies robotic technologies across the building lifecycle— improving operational efficiency, sustainability, and end-of-life value recovery.
Our Experience
We support you throughout all stages of the construction value chain.
Global Contacts
Network & Collaborators
CREDO works with a global network of leading experts across academia, industry, and public institutions. This enables us to form highly tailored, multidisciplinary teams that bring the right capabilities to each project.
Global Business
Track Record & Achievements
Our consultants have led and contributed to landmark projects in construction robotics and digitalization. From standardization and R&D leadership to complex field implementations, our portfolio reflects global impact and proven delivery.
Global Expertise
Know-How
Our expertise is grounded in research, practice, and industry shaping publications—such as the Cambridge Handbooks in Construction Robotics. CREDO brings thought leadership and deep technical knowledge to every engagement.
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Who We Work With
Our Customers & Services
Two Worlds, One Mission: Transforming Construction Through Intelligent Automation
For Construction Companies
We identify automation opportunities to address labor shortages, boost quality, and reduce costs. We support technology evaluations, R&D strategy, and real-world implementation.
For Real Estate Developers
We integrate robotics into development workflows—shortening timelines, improving quality, and increasing long-term asset value.
For Public and Governmental Institutions
We develop robotics strategies to address housing shortages, infrastructure renewal, and climate goals. Our services include procurement advisory, regulatory strategy, and standardization.
For Universities and Research Institutions
We co-develop research agendas, establish labs and demonstrators, and support competitive proposal development at national and EU level.
For Robotics and Machine Manufacturers
We connect product development with real-world construction logic, regulatory frameworks, and market demand— ensuring product-market fit from day one.
Selected Project References
Our Customers
Meet our clients
Technology Roadmapping & Strategy
Robotisation potentials along the entire formwork process
Meet our clients
Robotic 3D-printing in construction
Strategy and process towards site implementation
Meet our clients
Contruction
Robots
Technology roadmapping and construction robotics development
Meet our clients
CREDO & Shanghai Masonry
Robotisation potentials along the entire formwork process
We are a strategy and engineering consultancy redefining construction through robotics, systems thinking, and innovation.
From first vision to scalable deployment— CREDO delivers impact.
Customers and Partners
We collaborate with global leaders across construction, technology, and academia—bringing together the key players driving the next paradigm in the built environment.
C: The International Association for automation and Robotics in Construction
Deutsches Institut für Normung: DIN
Mitsubishi Research Institute
Bouygues Construction
Sino-German Industrial Design Inno Research School
Kajima Corporation
ExlenTec Consulting
Ben Gurion University of the Negev
The Southwest State University (SWSU), Kursk
Stadtwerke München
Smart Robotics in Construction Sites
Berliner Institut für Sozialforschung GmbH (BIS)
mm design
The University of Tokyo
University of Waterloo
Stanford University
Le Co – Innovation Lab – Ecole des Ponts ParisTech
Hubei University of Technology
Brunel University, Additive Manufacturing Technology in Construction (AMTC)
University of Alberta – Modula Construction Research Group
Center for Automation and Robotics
Cen European Committee for Standardization
ZÜBLIN STRABAG
International Organization for Standardization
Universidad Carlos III de Madrid
New North Zealand Hospital
HTWG Konstanz – University of Applied Sciences
HAL Robotics
PARCWORKS
Fraunhofer
Ecole Centrale Lille
D-Shape
Doka
Aqua+
Shanghai Masonry
From thinking to building: Our integrated services
That’s why we work hand in hand with leading industry partners to turn strategic thinking into integrated systems – from hardware and software to on-site validation and regulatory alignment.
Strategy and Technology Management
Hardware development and integration
Software development and integration
Verification and validation in real environment
Standardization and regulatory readiness
Alignment with customer needs and marketing
Our CREDO
Our philosophy consists of six major components:
We Think Ahead
Operating at the intersection of research and execution, we anticipate trends and deliver sustainable, scalable automation strategies.
Top-Tier Technology Advisory
We bridge the lab and the jobsite—translating innovation into engineered, deployable systems.
Your Compass in the Construction Tech Jungle
Our studies, requirements frameworks, and roadmaps offer a clear path through complexity.
Where Strategy Meets Technology
We move beyond pilots— delivering scalable automation solutions grounded in construction realities.
From Vision to Market
We co-develop and accelerate robotics systems, modular processes, and digital workflows that define the industry’s future
Exclusivity Meets Excellence
We work with a maximum of 5–7 clients per year— ensuring focus, confidentiality, and measurable outcomes.
Construction
Robotics Is Not A Niche
it’s the next paradigm shift in the building industry.
We’re not just observing the transformation.
We are engineering it. We are shaping the standards. We are building the roadmap forward.
Meet Our Team
Our Team
Our team includes some of the world’s most distinguished experts in construction robotics, strategy, and advanced engineering
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Thomas Linner
Managing Director, CREDO Robotics GmbH
Professor, Building Lab, OTH Regensburg
Member of the Board of Directors
International Association for Automation and Robotics in Construction
Member of Leading Journals and Standardization Bodies
E: tl@credorobotics.com
Our Team
Our team includes some of the world’s most distinguished experts in construction robotics, strategy, and advanced engineering
MBA Charlie Zhao
Business Models for Construction Robotics
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Thomas Linner
Managing Director
Construction Robotics
Natalie Linner
Managing Director
Marketing & Project Management
M.A. Marc Schmailzl
Digital Pipelines for Construction Robots
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Thomas Bock
Co-Founder
Construction Robotics
M. Eng. Merve Karamara
Technology Management
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Thomas Linner
Managing Director, CREDO Robotics GmbH
Professor, Building Lab, OTH Regensburg
Member of the Board of Directors
International Association for Automation and Robotics in Construction
Member of Leading Journals and Standardization Bodies
E: tl@credorobotics.com
DIN Member
Why CREDO?
Because construction automation demands more than technology— it requires strategy, structure, and leadership.
1. Deep understanding of construction workflows
2. Global leadership in robotics and innovation
3. Selective, high-impact partnerships
4. Proven interdisciplinary methods
5. Access to funding, labs, and pilot environments
6. A track record of turning vision into scalable execution
Construction Robots in action
CREDO Robotics represents strategic depth, technical clarity, and engineered results.
We work with a curated group of partners committed to real transformation—supported by proven methods, global insight, and a relentless drive to redefine construction through automation.