Hong Kong-based viAct, a leading AI-powered safety and operations monitoring platform, has raised $7.3 million in Series A funding to scale its presence globally, with a strong focus on expansion into the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.
The round was led by Dublin-based VentureWave Capital, with participation from Singtel Innov8 (the CVC arm of Singtel Group), Korean Investment Partners, and The PolyU Entrepreneurship Investment Fund.
The capital will be used to advance viAct’s AI capabilities, grow its team, and support regional market expansion, particularly in Saudi Arabia, where demand for automated safety and efficiency tools is rising in parallel with infrastructure growth.
Founded in 2016, viAct provides real-time risk detection, predictive analytics, and automated interventions for industries such as construction, oil & gas, mining, logistics, and manufacturing.
Its platform is currently used by more than 200 contractors worldwide, and it has proven effective in reducing accidents, minimising downtime, and boosting operational profitability.
Unlike point solutions that focus on PPE compliance or hazard alerts, viAct offers a holistic platform that integrates proprietary computer vision and advanced AI Agents to monitor workflows, detect non-compliance, and streamline project execution.
“We envision a future where construction is synonymous with innovation, safety, and sustainability,” said Gary Ng, Co-founder and CEO of viAct.
“This funding is not just a financial milestone, it is a catalyst for change. Our goal is to redefine industry standards, positioning viAct at the forefront of this transformation.
“With our cutting-edge AI solutions, we aim to empower every stakeholder to achieve unprecedented levels of efficiency and responsibility.”
MENA-Focused Expansion with Localised AI and 5G Integration
As governments and large enterprises across the Gulf tighten safety regulations and digital transformation initiatives accelerate, viAct’s expansion into MENA markets comes at a strategic time.
The company plans to deepen its footprint in Saudi Arabia, where mega projects under Vision 2030 have increased the need for scalable, AI-powered solutions that reduce risk and drive productivity.
The company also plans to double its research and engineering teams, expand its sovereign infrastructure for AI model deployment, and launch an AI Academy to train hundreds of enterprise and government leaders in advanced AI use cases for safety, compliance, and sustainability.
“As we expand into new markets, our commitment to leveraging AI for smarter safety practices has never been stronger,” said Hugo Cheuk, Co-founder and COO of viAct.
“This investment allows us to enhance our technology and further our mission of creating a safer, more sustainable work environment.”
Singtel Innov8 sees strong potential in viAct’s integration of AI and 5G capabilities. “viAct’s AI-powered platform can leverage 5G networks to enable real-time monitoring, instant alerts, and data-driven insights,” said Sharan Makhija, Senior Director of Investments.
“By integrating AI with 5G connectivity, viAct enhances operational efficiency, ensures proactive hazard detection, and helps create safer, more responsive work environments.”
With industrial safety now tied closely to project delivery and profitability, viAct positions safety not as a compliance cost, but as a strategic advantage. The funding will allow it to meet surging demand from infrastructure, manufacturing, and energy players in the MENA region and beyond.
