Maguar Capital invests in hsbcad, a leading provider of offsite timber construction software

Munich, Germany, 16 December 2024 – Maguar Capital (“Maguar”), the German tech investor specializing in small-cap and medium-sized B2B software companies, is pleased to announce that Maguar has reached an agreement with hsbcad, a leading provider of offsite wood construction software, to acquire a majority investment in the company. This investment, which includes a significant roll-over by existing shareholders, marks the fourth investment of Maguar Capital Fund II.

Founded in 1988, hsbcad is a pioneer in delivering advanced, toolset-based software solutions that integrate seamlessly with industry-standard platforms such as Autodesk’s Revit and AutoCAD. The company’s innovative software enables its global customer base to streamline the Design for Manufacture and Assembly“ (DfMA) workflow, gain efficiency, optimize material usage, reduce errors, and meet project timelines.

Offsite construction is an increasingly important segment of the construction industry, valued for its ability to deliver higher quality, faster build times, and improved efficiency. Wood construction in particular stands out as a sustainable option, capturing carbon and reducing reliance on high-emission construction methods. hsbcad plays a critical role in this transition by providing software solutions that simplify and integrate the design to manufacture and assembly (DfMA), helping customers improve productivity, minimize waste, and adopt environmentally friendly practices.

With over 35 years of industry experience, hsbcad is a global software solution provider dedicated to reshaping today’s construction industry into a sustainable and innovative tomorrow. The company has consistently pushed the boundaries of technology to deliver the most efficient, flexible, and user-friendly software solutions tailored to the growing demand for offsite construction.

Headquartered in Ghent, Belgium, hsbcad has expanded its global footprint with offices in Germany, the Netherlands, the UK, the USA, Canada, Japan, Ecuador, and Australia. Supported by a team of over 80 employees, hsbcad’s extensive software platform empowers companies to streamline computer-aided design (CAD), offsite manufacturing, onsite assembly, and compliance with the rapidly evolving Building Information Modelling (BIM) standards. This positions hsbcad at the forefront of innovation, meeting the increasing global demand for prefabrication and modular construction.

Based in Munich, Germany, Maguar Capital was founded in 2019 by Matthias Ick, Gunther Thies, and Arno Poschik. Maguar focuses on small and medium-sized B2B software companies in the DACH and Benelux regions. With over 35 years of combined experience as software CEOs and more than 20 years in private equity, the Maguar team brings extensive entrepreneurial and management expertise to its investments

Karel Vinckier, CEO and founder of hsbcad, said: „Partnering with Maguar marks a significant milestone for us, enabling us to further expand our business and capabilities. Their deep expertise in B2B software and proven track record of unlocking value were key factors in our decision to collaborate with Maguar.“

Arno Poschik, founding partner of Maguar, added: „After closely researching the construction software sector, we are very excited to partner with hsbcad. We highly value hsbcad’s strong software products and the opportunities they present. This partnership aligns with our shared vision, and we look forward to supporting the hsbcad team as it enters its next growth phase.“

The transaction was advised by Goodwin, Houlihan Lokey, KPMG, Lupp + Partner, PwC, Simon Kucher, Stibbe and valantic. The acquisition was financed by Cordet Capital Partners.

For more information, please contact:
Arno Poschik
Founding Partner Maguar
Mail: ap@maguar.com
Homepage: www.maguar.com