Infraspace featured in AECO Keynote at Autodesk University in Nashville
From Norway to Nashville: The start of a new chapter
This article is a summary based on an article published in the Norwegian newspaper Budstikka, available at
budstikka.no/andreas-38-sa-opp-jobben-tok-ki-suksessen-til-nashville/s/5-55-2096527
When Andreas Bjune Kjølseth from Asker, Norway, quit his job to start his own company, Infraspace, he could hardly imagine where the journey would take him. Now, the Asker-based company has been showcased on the main stage at Autodesk University in Nashville – the world's largest conference for the construction and infrastructure industries.
"It was an incredible feeling to sit in a hall with thousands of engineers from all over the world and see the product we've developed highlighted as an example of where the industry is heading."
— Andreas Bjune Kjølseth, CEO and Founder of Infraspace
A Norwegian AI Success Story
Infraspace develops digital tools that use artificial intelligence to plan new roads, railways, and other major infrastructure projects. The platform can analyze thousands of route alternatives in just minutes, helping engineers identify the most environmentally friendly and cost-effective solutions.
"We can calculate which routes are the most sustainable, affordable, and efficient using map data, algorithms, and AI."
— Andreas Bjune Kjølseth, CEO and Founder of Infraspace
Today, the team consists of six people, and the company is gaining traction among major industry players such as Norconsult, Asplan Viak, and Multiconsult.
These six make up today's Infraspace team: Jørgen Breiland Harsem, Andreas Juvkam Eraker, Silje Knutsvik Kalleberg, Terje Karlsen, Andreas Bjune Kjølseth, and Gunnar Vartdal.
International Recognition
During his keynote in Nashville, Autodesk Vice President Nicholas Magon highlighted Infraspace as an example of the future of transport infrastructure planning – before smiling and adding: "Pretty cool, eh..!"
"The fact that our company was mentioned on the main stage by one of the world's leading technology providers for the construction industry shows how groundbreaking our solution is perceived internationally. For us, this is both a confirmation and a potential springboard for further commercialization and partnerships."
— Andreas Bjune Kjølseth, CEO and Founder of Infraspace
Nicholas Magon, Vice President at Autodesk, highlighted Infraspace during his keynote presentation at Autodesk University Nashville.
Collaboration that Transforms
Infraspace also shared the stage with its first customer, Norconsult, to talk about their experiences using the software.
"Standing together on stage marks a breakthrough for us. Now, the world's eyes are on Norway in a global industry that is constantly looking for smarter and more sustainable ways to plan and build."
— Andreas Bjune Kjølseth, CEO and Founder of Infraspace
Kristoffer Spendrup Bugge, Head of Digital Transformation at Norconsult, shared how Infraspace's AI solution is transforming the way projects are designed and managed:
"With Infraspace, we're elevating project planning across market areas. We create more value, reduce costs, save time, and work in a more sustainability-driven way."
— Kristoffer Spendrup Bugge, Head of Digital Transformation at Norconsult
