Buysse & Partners

Overview

Buysse & Partners is an independent investment firm based in Antwerp, Belgium, specializing in private equity and real estate investments. Founded in 2008, the firm focuses on direct investments in mature and profitable small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with clear growth potential, as well as in iconic and residential real estate in the Benelux region. Their diversified approach allows them to provide a unique investment offering, managing each real estate asset as a company and leveraging their real estate expertise to enhance the value of their portfolio companies' property assets. The firm's private equity strategy targets companies with an enterprise value between €10 million and €150 million and an EBITDA between €2 million and €15 million. They prefer to take a majority or control position in these companies, aiming to realize growth potential through internationalization, consolidation, and innovation. In real estate, Buysse & Partners distinguishes itself through two separate funds: an iconic real estate fund focusing on architectural gems in the Benelux region, and a residential real estate fund investing in the private rental sector in Belgian city centers. Their mission is to professionalize and consolidate the private rental market while capitalizing on a growing rental sector. Buysse & Partners' investment philosophy emphasizes personal involvement and collaboration. The entire team co-invests personally, ensuring a strong commitment to each investment. They aim to preserve and grow their investors' capital and empower entrepreneurs to strengthen their businesses, striving for attractive returns with every investment. Their track record includes investments in companies such as Mabo Group Belgium, Balak, Brantsandpatents, New Vision, Construct Materials Group, Serax, Twikit, Blommaert Aluminium Constructions, Vanhaverbeke - Raamwinkel, Copus, and more. The firm is also committed to sustainability and social responsibility, integrating these values into their investment strategy to create lasting value and impact for current and future generations.

Investment Focus

• Majority or control position
• Enterprise value between €10 million and €150 million
• EBITDA between €2 million and €15 million
• Focus on mature and profitable SMEs with growth potential
• Investments in iconic and residential real estate in the Benelux region
• Commitment to sustainability and social responsibility

Portfolio Companies