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InfraTech Innovation Award 2026 - Winner Announced: RPBL GmbH & Co. OHG - BALASTAN®

The InfraTech Innovation Award 2026 was presented during InfraTech Deutschland on January 14, 2026, in Essen. The award recognizes outstanding, forward-looking solutions that make a sustainable contribution to the further development of the infrastructure sector.

The 2026 Nominees
From a total of 35 submitted projects, the jury nominated three innovations that stood out for their practical applicability, innovative strength, and relevance to the industry:

BIRCO GmbH - RAINMESH | Digital Water Management
An intelligently networked rainwater management system that prevents flooding, balances dry periods, and makes cities more climate-resilient.EDGITAL - AI platform for digital road management

An AI-supported solution for digital condition assessment, prioritization, and budget planning in municipal road management.Winner of the InfraTech Innovation Award 2026: RPBL GmbH & Co. OHG - BALASTAN®

With BALASTAN®, the first 100% natural climate construction material was awarded, combining high load-bearing capacity with excellent water permeability. The nearly CO?-neutral material is durable, low-maintenance, and ideally suited for sponge city concepts, cycling and agricultural paths, and climate-adapted open spaces. BALASTAN® impressively demonstrates how sustainable materials can make a tangible contribution to climate-resilient infrastructure.

We warmly congratulate RPBL GmbH & Co. OHG on winning the InfraTech Innovation Award 2026, as well as all nominees for their forward-looking contributions.