Pioneer Capital is an investor in New Zealand businesses that are focused on growth in large international markets.
We have a track record of partnering with owners and managers to build value in their businesses.
Fundamental to our investment focus is the capability of management and the size and nature of target markets.
Our team has a breadth of skills and experience in operating, investing in and advising businesses through all stages of growth and in large international markets.
We are New Zealand owned and operated and are committed to investing in a responsible manner.
Pioneer Capital partners with owners and managers of private businesses through investing $5 - $20 million and helping them to build value through growth.
We focus on New Zealand businesses managed by highly capable teams, expanding in large international markets, earning meaningful revenue and delivering high value products and services to their customers. Typically these businesses export the majority of their products and services.
Our investment capital primarily funds growth, which may include acquisitions. It may also provide a bridge to public markets or a change of ownership.
The foundation for our investment relies on the potential for a true partnership with owners and management and the associated alignment of interests in achieving strategic goals.
For examples of our investment focus, refer Investments.
To discuss whether Pioneer Capital could be your partner for growth, Contact us.
Pioneer Capital’s team comprises the Investment Team (above) and a pool of Operating Partners. Together we deliver a breadth of skills and experience in investing in, operating, and advising companies through all stages of growth.
Our Investment Team has particular experience in large international markets through planning and executing strategic initiatives, such as: partnerships, joint ventures, acquisitions, restructurings and public listings – experience exceeding $100 billion in aggregate value.
Our Operating Partners provide confidential advice and support drawn from their extensive operating careers in relevant markets and industries.
We are supported by our administration team and external professional advisors.
The best way to learn about how we operate and what we have done is to talk to us or to people who know us.
Pioneer Capital has invested in nine businesses. Collectively, they have over 30 offices in a dozen major markets, employ over 2,000 people and have aggregate revenue in excess of $400 million per annum, of which over 95% is earned outside of New Zealand.
We support our investee businesses with both capital and strategic involvement alongside management. We have contributed to growth on every occasion. For example, we have assisted in: setting strategic goals; hiring executives and directors; making acquisitions; refinancing; tracking market developments;, assessing public market options; managing difficult situations; and identifying and engaging in-market partners, customers and specialist co-investors.
We are pleased with the strong relationships we have built with owners and managers. This is the foundation for our investing.
Pioneer Capital is a responsible investor. Our focus on investing and partnering for growth creates value for a broad range of stakeholders.
The businesses we invest in benefit and support employees, customers, suppliers and the communities in which they operate.
Our investment partners are sophisticated institutions and family offices who are themselves highly successful investors and demand high standards from us. We invest a substantial amount of our own capital alongside them.
We adhere to the United Nations Principles for Responsible Investing and utilise responsible investment methodology in our investment assessment, management and reporting.
We are members of and active contributors to the New Zealand Private Equity and Venture Capital industry.
Telephone: |
+64 9 304 0870 |
Facsimile: |
+64 9 304 0871 |
Email Format: |
firstname.lastname@pioneercapital.co.nz |
Physical Address: |
First Building on the Right, Heather Street
Parnell
Auckland 1052
New Zealand
Directions to our offices |
Postal Address: |
PO Box 3837
Shortland Street Mail Centre
Auckland 1140
New Zealand |
SLI Systems
SLI (‘Search-Learn-Improve’) Systems provides advanced website search and related merchandising services primarily for e-commerce sites on a software-as-a-service basis. A wide range of retailers worldwide use SLI Systems’ search service to increase their web based sales (billions of dollars in aggregate) in the expanding online shopping market.
Office locations: |
New Zealand (Christchurch), Australia (Melbourne), United States (San Jose CA), United Kingdom (London). |
More information: |
www.sli-systems.com |
Investment status: |
Current. |
Moa Brewing Company
Moa Brewing Company is an independent producer of super premium beer for an ever discerning market. Moa beer is in its element alongside premium wines and cocktails, employing Méthode Traditionnelle brewing techniques and superior ingredients. Brewed in Marlborough, the heart of New Zealand’s wine industry, and exported worldwide, Moa is taking beer up-market and creating quite a sensation.
Office locations: |
New Zealand (Marlborough, Auckland). |
More information: |
www.moabeer.co.nz |
Investment status: |
Current. |
Orthopaedic Synergy
Orthopeadic Synergy is a group of medical devices companies (OMNI, Enztec, Praxim) in the total joint replacement market. The group’s product offering is centered on innovative implant and instrumentation design and the latest in materials and robotics technology. The business has a significant and growing surgeon base in the United States and has recently expanded into Europe.
YikeBike
YikeBike develops and produces an all-electric compact folding bike for the commuter market. Large cities are increasingly focused on creating efficient mass transportation systems. YikeBike integrates with public transportation and decreases commuter journey time, with convenience and style. YikeBike is selling to customers in its target commuter-centric cities in Europe and the United States.
Rakon
Rakon develops and manufactures crystal oscillators for communication and navigation (GPS) devices. Rakon has become a market leader due largely to the accuracy of oscillator timing achieved through its proprietary processes. Rakon continues to grow its business as navigation-based services proliferate in both industry and consumer markets.
Office locations: |
New Zealand (Auckland), China/Taiwan (Shenzhen, Shanghai, Beijing, Taipei), United Kingdom (Lincoln), France (Cadex), Germany (Mannheim), India (Bangalore), Japan (Saitama), United States (Elgin IL). |
More information: |
www.rakon.com |
Investment status: |
Past (listed on the New Zealand Stock Exchange: RAK.NZ). |
INRO
INRO produces robotics-based systems that automate forklifts and other materials handling vehicles. Logistics and distribution intensive businesses seek greater efficiency and flexibility in their operations, which INRO delivers. INRO is selling its products and systems to customers in Australasia.
Office locations: |
New Zealand (Auckland). |
More information: |
www.inro.co.nz |
Investment status: |
Current. |
Right Hemisphere
Right Hemisphere provides enterprise data visualisation software that automates graphics publishing processes. These make complex technical data available in dynamic 3D formats, delivering value to manufacturing processes and also sales, marketing, service and support. Right Hemisphere has won many Fortune 500 customers and become a leading supplier to the aerospace industry.
Office locations: |
New Zealand (Auckland), United States (San Ramon CA). |
More information: |
www.righthemisphere.com |
Investment status: |
Past (acquired by SAP). |
Pukeko Pictures
Pukeko Pictures is an independent media production company for children’s entertainment properties. The Pukeko Pictures team and partners are employing their creative talents and production capability to deliver the better quality programming that is increasingly sought by broadcasters and merchandisers for their audiences and customers. Pukeko Pictures' properties are being broadcast and related merchandise is sold through retail channels worldwide.
Orion Health
Orion Health provides enterprise software that focuses on the information needs of healthcare professionals. Core to Orion Health’s product offering is medical records management through integration and messaging with clinical applications at hospital and regional levels. Orion Health is now a leader in the United States, is growing across Europe and has recently entered Asia.
Office locations: |
New Zealand (Auckland, Wellington), Australia (Sydney), United States (Santa Monica CA, Boston MA), Canada (Edmonton), United Kingdom (Reading), Spain (Palma de Mallorca). |
More information: |
www.orionhealth.com |
Investment status: |
Current. |
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