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GEOMATIKK

Acquired by

HG CAPITAL

NORWAY Software REV [1m EUR - 100m EUR] 12/2020

Target

GEOMATIKK

Acquirer

HG CAPITAL

Context

Hg has finalized a majority investment in Geomatikk Group, a maneuver designed to fundamentally accelerate the group’s transformation into a European champion of underground mission-critical GIS data. The strategic rationale for this transaction centers on a "tech-scaling" play, merging the target's technical operational depth in infrastructure protection with the acquirer's proven track record in building business-critical software platforms. This structural alignment provides the organization with the institutional capital and strategic expertise required to pursue a definitive expansion beyond its core Nordic markets into broader Northern Europe. The operation specifically aims to replicate the successful "Visma model" of growth through systematic software enhancement and geographic consolidation. By incorporating the sponsor's strategic discipline and appoints of high-level industrial expertise to the board, the group is now positioned to leverage an integrated technology backbone to address the entire excavation ecosystem.

This transaction is part of the TMT (Tech, Media, Telecom) industry, which currently tracks an average EBITDA multiple of 13.6x since the beginning of 2026, 4.1% decrease compared to 2025. This data is based on contribution from our growing community, composed of M&A and Private Equity professionals, and has been verified by our team to ensure its accuracy.

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Target

Geomatikk Group operates as a premier technology-enabled organization dedicated to the engineering and distribution of infrastructure protection and management solutions. The entity’s business model is centered on a proprietary digital framework that integrates advanced detection services with specialized software to mitigate the risk of accidental damage to underground utility networks, including power, fiber, and water systems. Its value proposition is anchored in technical operational depth, providing a mission-critical platform that connects asset owners, municipalities, and contractors through data-driven insights and AI-powered automation. Strategically, the firm focuses on the deployment of industrialized safety standards to ensure the undisrupted access of essential societal functions during excavation and construction activities. By maintaining a specialized focus on technical reliability and real-time network mapping, the organization facilitates the structural advancement of utility management standards across Northern Europe. The group prioritizes long-term value creation through the convergence of field expertise and high-performance digital infrastructure.

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Other operations with GEOMATIKK

DateAcquirerTargetCountrySectorDeal Context
03/2026AXCELGEOMATIKKNORWAYIndustry-Specific Software

Axcel has reached a definitive agreement to acquire Geomatikk Group from Hg, a maneuver designed to fundamentally accelerate the group’s pan-European expansion strategy. The strategic rationale for this transaction centers on a "platform-scaling" play, merging the target's industry-leading technical operational depth in infrastructure protection with the acquirer's extensive Nordic network and track record in professional services. This fusion effectively provides the organization with the institutional capital and strategic backing required to pursue a definitive structural expansion into new European territories. Following a period of intensive digital transformation under previous ownership, the organization has evolved into a high-performance software and services platform. By incorporating the sponsor's strategic discipline, the group is now positioned to leverage AI-driven automation to address the increasing complexity of global utility management. The maneuver optimizes the group's financial flexibility, enabling it to pursue further bolt-on acquisitions and reinforce its technological leadership.

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