Berlin’s Almetra raises €16.3M to convert factory video into live data

A Berlin-based startup is transforming factory floors into intelligent, data-driven environments by using cameras to capture production activity and converting that footage into real-time operational data. Almetra has just closed a €16.3 million Series A funding round to scale its technology, which has already boosted output at manufacturing facilities run by industrial giants like Bosch and ABB.

The company’s system positions cameras directly above production lines, recording every step of the manufacturing process. Rather than simply storing video for later review, Almetra’s proprietary software analyzes the footage live, extracting actionable metrics such as cycle times, downtime events, and workflow bottlenecks. This turns what was once a visual record into a continuous stream of live production intelligence.

According to Almetra, the technology has delivered measurable results at some of the world’s most demanding factories. At Bosch and ABB plants, the system helped increase overall equipment effectiveness and reduce unplanned stoppages. The company says its approach offers a non-intrusive, scalable alternative to traditional sensor-based monitoring, which can be expensive and difficult to retrofit onto older machinery.

With the new capital, Almetra plans to accelerate its expansion into the United States, a market with a high concentration of advanced manufacturing operations. The funding will also support product development and hiring, as the startup aims to deepen its AI capabilities and broaden its appeal across industries such as automotive, electronics, and consumer goods.

Almetra’s rise reflects a broader trend in industrial AI, where computer vision and machine learning are being deployed to unlock value from existing factory infrastructure. By turning ordinary video feeds into a source of live data, the startup is helping manufacturers move closer to the goal of fully connected, self-optimizing production lines.