Backed by 147% year-over-year growth and adoption by Fortune 500 companies, Voxel is scaling its real-time safety platform across high-risk industries.
Voxel, the AI company revolutionizing workplace safety and risk, today announced it has raised $44 million in Series B funding led by NewRoad Capital Partners with participation from current investors Eclipse, Rite Hite, Tokio Marine, and MTech as well as HG Ventures and Whitestone. This round brings the company’s total funding of $61 million to date. Voxel will use the funding to accelerate R&D and deepen its AI capabilities—enhancing real-time computer vision models and expanding data insights. The company will also invest in growing its team of industry experts to ensure Voxel’s customers don’t just benefit from cutting-edge AI solutions, but also decades of applied experience in industrial environments.
Despite most companies having a heavy focus on improving safety, 2.78M workers lose their lives every year to work-related incidents globally—a stark reminder that traditional safety approaches fall short. Voxel helps organizations prevent accidents before they happen by identifying potential hazards and unsafe behaviors in real-time, enabling supervisors and safety managers to take immediate action. By integrating directly with existing security cameras to detect unsafe behaviors and operational inefficiencies autonomously, Voxel makes proactive prevention possible at scale.
“We’re developing AI to support the workers performing demanding jobs day in and day out—on warehouse floors, in factories, in ports–really any industrial environment,” said Vernon O’Donnell, CEO of Voxel. “Leaders don’t need more dashboards or things to do on a daily basis: They need tools that drive action, improve training, and keep teams protected in a way that is part of their daily workflow. Our deep commitment to understanding our customers’ operations is why they see up to an 80% reduction in high-risk behaviors just months after deployment.”
Deployed by companies like Dick’s Sporting Goods, Americold, AGI, Port of Virginia, and Berry Global, Voxel is becoming the trusted partner for leading enterprises across logistics, retail, warehousing, and manufacturing. Beyond best-in-class AI, Voxel’s safety platform consolidates AI-generated insights, giving teams clear visibility into emerging risks. This allows safety, operations, and HR professionals to address issues before they result in injuries—fundamentally shifting workplace safety from reactive response to proactive prevention.
Voxel’s growth is supported by strong performance across key areas of the business:
- Financial Performance: 147% year-over-year revenue growth with 202% net revenue retention;
- Customer Impact: 91% reduction in recordable injuries, with one site saving over $2.2M in direct costs over a 2-year period; and
- Market Adoption: Expansion across retail, logistics, and manufacturing sectors, with five new Fortune 500 clients in Q1 2025.
“Voxel is solving a problem every operator understands—how to keep people safe while running complex, high-velocity environments,” said Chris Sultemeier, Operating Partner at NewRoad Capital Partners and former EVP of Logistics at Walmart. “Their platform brings real-time visibility to the places it’s been missing for too long. The team has built something that works, and the market is ready for it.”
“Voxel has fundamentally shifted how we think about safety and operations. With real-time insights, we’re not just reacting to incidents—we’re preventing them. It’s helped us build a stronger safety culture while driving meaningful efficiency gains. Voxel isn’t just a vendor—they’re our AI partner, and our partner for the future,” said Drew Kofeldt, Chief Safety Officer, AGI.
“Voxel brings the kind of proactive insight our clients have been looking for with actionable data that helps prevent losses, strengthens safety programs, and ultimately reduces the total cost of risk,” said James D’Errico, CSP, National Leader, Risk Control at Gallagher.
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About Voxel
Voxel is revolutionizing workplace safety with its AI-powered site visibility platform, designed to help organizations identify and mitigate risks in industrial environments. Using existing cameras, Voxel transforms basic video footage into actionable insights, enabling organizations to proactively make workplaces safer and more effective.
Voxel partners with businesses across industries such as warehousing, manufacturing, distribution, and insurance. By equipping businesses with the tools to identify risks before they happen, Voxel powers safer, more effective work environments.
British Airways has been fined more than £3million after two employees fell from height and sustained serious injuries.
The airline was prosecuted by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) following two separate incidents at Terminal 5 at Heathrow Airport.
On 25 August 2022, a 54 -year-old employee had been unloading baggage containers from an aircraft when he slipped off a televator and landed 1.5 metres onto the ground below. He suffered serious back and head injuries, including a fractured vertebrae, as a result.
The HSE investigation found there were gaps between the televator’s guardrails and the aircraft fuselage, the size of which depended on the type of aircraft, creating the fall from height hazard. The gaps increased in size after the front of the televators’ platforms at Terminal 5 were extended – but additional measures to prevent falls from height had not been implemented.
At the time of the incident, British Airways had started a programme to retrofit extendable guardrails to televators in response to previous HSE visits. This was completed following the incident.
In the second incident a British Airways worker sustained head injuries, including a fractured jaw and bleeding on the brain, on 8 March 2023, while unloading baggage containers from an aircraft following its arrival from Seattle. The 43-year-old fell from an elevator and landed three metres onto the ground below.
Both employees were taken to hospital for treatment and had to take several months off work.
The HSE investigation into this incident identified a risk of employees falling from height from the front of the elevator platforms when they were being used during loading and unloading of some aircraft types. Flaps on either side of the platform would be left folded down leaving a gap between the platform and aircraft fuselage.
It also found that the elevator’s operator platform had not been fully extended towards the aircraft, creating a gap which employees could fall through.
Falls from height remain one of the leading causes of workplace injury and death. HSE has detailed guidance on working safely at height while the Civil Aviation Authority has guidance with input from HSE on ground handling activities, including aircraft loading, on its website.
British Airways PLC, of Waterside, Speedbird Way, Harmondsworth, Greater London, pleaded guilty to two charges under Regulation 6(3) of the Work at Height Regulations 2005.
The company was fined £1.33million in relation to the August 2022 incident, and £1.875million in relation to the March 2023 incident. The company was also ordered to pay £20,935 in costs at Southwark Crown Court on 15 May 2025.
HSE enforcement lawyer Rebecca Schwartz, who brought the prosecution, said:
“Falls from height present a real risk of death or serious, life-changing injury. Both employees are fortunate to be alive today.
“The risks of working at height and the necessary control measures are well established – in these cases adequate guardrails would have significantly reduced the risk of harm. This was a reasonably foreseeable risk that British Airways should have been aware of and therefore it should have done more to protect its employees.”
Moving baggage between an aircraft and the luggage carousel in the terminal building is dynamic and time-pressured. It therefore comes with a range of risks to baggage handlers. Several HSE inspections have taken place at Heathrow Airport, identifying risks with manual handling and maintenance of equipment as well as falls from height. Airlines and ground handling companies have needed to take action as a result of these visits. HSE guidance is available here.
This HSE prosecution was supported by HSE paralegal officer Melissa Wardle.
Source: HSE
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Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting is no longer a tick-box exercise – it’s a strategic imperative. As regulatory frameworks like the CSRD (EU), SEC climate disclosure rules (US), and ISSB standards become more demanding, the need for accurate, real-time, and forward-looking ESG data has never been greater. Enter artificial intelligence and predictive analytics. These tools are transforming the ESG landscape by automating data collection, identifying risk patterns, and forecasting future performance – making compliance smarter, faster, and more proactive.
The Compliance Crunch
Traditional ESG reporting methods – spreadsheets, siloed systems, and static PDFs – are rapidly becoming obsolete. Companies face growing demands to measure non-financial performance with the same rigour as financial reporting. This includes everything from tracking Scope 3 emissions across sprawling supply chains to identifying diversity gaps in hiring practices and anticipating environmental risks before they escalate.
How Predictive Analytics Transforms ESG
At its core, predictive analytics uses AI algorithms to analyse historical and real-time data, identify patterns, and forecast likely future outcomes. In the ESG world, this capability is transformative.
Key applications include:
Carbon Forecasting – Predicting future emissions based on operational trends, enabling companies to adjust before breaching targets.
Supply Chain Risk Management – Flagging suppliers at risk of violating labour or environmental standards using live performance data.
Incident Prevention in H&S – Analysing past health and safety incidents to predict and prevent future risks.
Investor Transparency – Delivering future-focused ESG insights that resonate with investors looking for long-term value.
With predictive analytics, ESG becomes dynamic. It’s no longer just about what has been done – it’s about what could happen and how to shape that future.
The Benefits: From Compliance to Strategy
By integrating predictive AI into ESG platforms, organisations gain more than just compliance support, they gain a strategic edge.
Real-Time Oversight: Dashboards and alerts that update daily, not annually.
Data Accuracy: Automated data collection reduces human error.
Early Detection: Identify ESG risks and gaps before they become compliance breaches or reputational crises.
Scenario Modelling: Test the outcomes of sustainability decisions (e.g., switching suppliers or reducing air freight) before implementation.
Real-World Success Stories
EcoOnline has introduced AI-powered environmental risk tools that help manufacturing clients forecast pollutant trends and intervene before permit thresholds are breached. Avetta leverages AI to assess contractor ESG performance across thousands of global sites, providing clients with a future risk score that influences procurement decisions.
These examples show that predictive ESG is no longer a theory, it’s an evolving best practice.
Looking Ahead: A Smarter ESG Era
The convergence of ESG and AI marks a turning point for sustainability. Predictive analytics enables a shift from passive reporting to proactive governance – where organisations can foresee risk, seize opportunity, and continuously adapt to a changing world.
As the pace of regulatory, environmental, and social change accelerates, those embracing predictive ESG today will be best placed to lead with resilience and integrity tomorrow.
In an era where sustainability professionals face rising scrutiny, mounting regulatory demands, and heightened expectations from both internal and external stakeholders, many are seeking more than just tools and solutions – they’re looking for community. That’s why Datamaran, the market leader in AI-powered risk and governance software, has launched Harbor: a dedicated global community platform built exclusively for in-house corporate sustainability professionals to connect, grow, and learn.
Harbor isn’t just a forum or content hub. It’s a curated, purpose-built space for sustainability, risk, compliance, and reporting professionals to connect with like-minded peers, gain access to timely insights, and come together during a time of volatility and uncertainty. The content and conversations are shaped by the community itself, driven by member needs, questions, and priorities, ensuring everything is relevant, actionable, and grounded in real-life challenges.
Why Launch Harbor Now?
The timing couldn’t be more critical. Over the past year, the sustainability landscape has entered a new phase of uncertainty and change. Regulatory frameworks are shifting, political sentiment is polarizing, and investor expectations for transparency remain high. For those working in-house on corporate sustainability strategy and reporting, this means constant reevaluation and reprioritization – often under intense scrutiny and with limited resources.
Today’s sustainability professionals are not just data gatherers or compliance leads. They are strategic advisors, risk managers, and change agents tasked with aligning business objectives with evolving standards, shaping external narratives, and guiding executive-level decisions. Harbor was built to support these professionals with the tools, insights, and community they need to navigate this complexity with confidence.
“We created Harbor as a response to the real, daily challenges faced by sustainability leaders,” says Marjella Lecourt-Alma, CEO and co-founder of Datamaran. “These professionals are navigating complex, often conflicting demands, and they deserve a place where they can feel understood, supported, and empowered.”
Harbor builds on Datamaran’s decade-long legacy of supporting the corporate sustainability community with expert guidance, peer exchange, and thought leadership. Since 2014, Datamaran has hosted exclusive roundtables, delivered regulatory updates, and provided insights on ESG-related topics to a growing community of in-house experts and executives. Harbor represents the next evolution of that commitment – creating a digital home for sustainability leaders to connect, learn, and grow together.
Who Is Harbor For?
Harbor is open to anyone working in-house on corporate sustainability, governance, and environmental and social initiatives, whether that’s in a dedicated sustainability role or part of a broader remit that includes risk, legal, compliance, investor relations, or corporate communications. The common thread is that members are responsible for shaping, implementing, or overseeing sustainability efforts inside companies.
If you’re preparing CSRD reports, engaging with stakeholders, monitoring regulatory developments, managing ESG risks, or leading sustainability communications, Harbor was made for you.
Importantly, Harbor is free to join for corporate professionals. The platform’s goal is to remove barriers to connection and ensure that everyone working on sustainability inside companies, regardless of title or geography, has access to trusted support and actionable insights.
What You’ll Find on Harbor
Harbor offers a wide range of features and benefits tailored to the needs of in-house sustainability practitioners, including:
Curated Content and Expert Insights
- Weekly regulatory updates covering global ESG and sustainability policy developments, helping members stay ahead of change.
- A monthly newsletter highlighting what’s shaping agendas, from emerging risks to investor priorities.
- Best practice guides and real-world examples of how leading companies are managing risks, engaging stakeholders, and meeting disclosure requirements.
Virtual and In-Person Events
- Harbor hosts a calendar of free events, including webinars, expert ask-me-anything sessions, and in-person meetups in global business hubs.
- Topics range from regulatory deep-dives to leadership development, often featuring guest speakers from standard-setters, academia, and pioneering corporates.
- Members can also access on-demand recordings of past sessions, making it easy to learn at your own pace.
Peer Networking
- Connect with fellow in-house professionals from across industries and regions.
- Join focused discussion groups on topics such as double materiality, regulation and standards implementation, stakeholder engagement, strategy, and more.
- Share your experiences, ask for advice, or offer support in a confidential, peer-led environment.
Career Support
- Explore a curated job board with new opportunities at leading companies.
- Gain career insights through interviews with sustainability leaders and skills-focused content.
Member-Only Perks
Harbor also gives members access to:
- Exclusive discounts on third-party conferences and events.
- Invitations to private, member-only meet-ups and virtual events.
- Early access to Datamaran’s latest research reports and industry insights.
Harbor+: Premium Access to Deeper Insights
For those seeking an even deeper level of engagement, there’s Harbor+, a premium membership tier available for an annual subscription. Harbor+ unlocks:
- Quarterly ESG Policy Briefs – comprehensive updates on the most significant regulatory and market developments, drafted by Datamaran’s policy experts.
- Deep-dive research and benchmarking reports on various topics and industries, providing actionable insights on the latest trends
- Exclusive sessions and roundtables, and expert-led workshops for interactive problem-solving and learning.
Building Community in a Time of Change
Community has always been core to Datamaran’s mission. Since its founding in 2014, the company has prioritized peer exchange and transparency, hosting events, roundtables, and expert sessions for those leading sustainability from the inside.
“Harbor isn’t just a platform – it’s a movement,” says Lecourt-Alma. “It’s about showing sustainability professionals that they’re not alone, and that even in the face of complexity and criticism, they have a trusted space to learn, share, and lead.”
Ready to Join?
If you’re navigating the evolving landscape and seeking meaningful connections, Harbor is now open for registration. Whether you’re seeking support in implementing new standards, benchmarking your strategy, expanding your network, or staying up to date with regulatory developments, Harbor is here for you.
