Barco NV
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Barco NV - overview
Established
1934
Location
Kortrijk, -, Belgium
Primary Industry
Media
About
Barco is a global leader in advanced visual display technology, providing innovative collaboration solutions tailored to healthcare, enterprise communications, and entertainment sectors. Founded in 1934 in Kortrijk, Belgium, Barco specializes in visual display and collaboration solutions. In June 2014, Vandewiele NV acquired Barco from Gimv. The current CEO is An Steegen.
Barco specializes in advanced visual display and collaboration solutions, offering a diverse range of products that cater to various industries, including healthcare, entertainment, and enterprise communications. Core offerings include medical displays, such as the Coronis OneLook® series, designed for radiology and clinical review, which provide high-resolution imagery for healthcare professionals. In the corporate sector, Barco's ClickShare systems facilitate wireless presentations and meetings, enhancing communication efficiency for enterprises. The company also produces high-performance projectors and video walls for simulators, control rooms, and immersive environments, appealing to sectors like entertainment and education.
Barco's solutions are available in multiple geographical markets, including North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, serving a wide customer base that encompasses hospitals, corporate offices, educational institutions, and entertainment venues. The company generates revenue mainly through the sale of specialized hardware and software solutions, including flagship products like ClickShare and medical display systems, primarily through a B2B model. Direct sales are made to enterprises, healthcare providers, and distributors, with partnerships expanding market reach. The pricing structure varies by product line, reflecting the advanced technology and customization options available, ensuring a steady revenue stream while maintaining customer satisfaction through tailored solutions.
Barco plans to launch several new products targeting both the healthcare and corporate sectors over the next few years. The company aims to expand its market presence in Asia and North America by 2025, utilizing the recent funding from the Private Placement/Follow on round to support these initiatives, which also includes enhancing R&D capabilities. Additionally, Barco seeks to strengthen its partnerships with system integrators and resellers to further penetrate these markets. The recent funding will be instrumental in facilitating these growth strategies.
Current Investors
3D Investments
Primary Industry
Media
Sub Industries
Recreational & Entertainment Facilities, Diagnostic, Medical & Imaging Laboratories, Television & Film, Digital Media
Website
www.barco.com
Verticals
Manufacturing
Company Stage
Mature
Total Amount Raised
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Barco NV - financials
| Fiscal Year Ended | Dec 31, 2010 | Dec 31, 2011 | Dec 31, 2012 | Dec 31, 2013 | Dec 31, 2014 | Dec 31, 2015 | Dec 31, 2016 | Dec 31, 2017 | Dec 31, 2018 | Dec 31, 2019 | Dec 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue (USD) | 567,123,911 | 654,511,409 | 745,103,299 | 668,830,169 | 589,646,974 | 520,909,504 | 569,504,138 | 634,306,004 | 674,158,576 | 772,944,367 | 770,083,000 | 583,011,778 | - | - | - |
| % Revenue Growth (YoY) | - | 15.4% | 13.8% | (10.2%) | (11.8%) | (11.7%) | 9.3% | 11.4% | 6.3% | 14.7% | (0.4%) | (24.3%) | - | - | - |
| EBITDA (USD) | 66,098,372 | 80,900,995 | 80,694,084 | 75,275,916 | 49,026,742 | 2,831,714 | 6,266,846 | 51,054,044 | 58,867,784 | 80,210,598 | 41,051,000 | 16,214,401 | - | - | - |
| Operating Income (USD) | 28,704,603 | 47,071,572 | 43,681,242 | 30,808,262 | 1,204,176 | (36,390,349) | (25,279,984) | 27,154,026 | 38,810,131 | 58,477,231 | (4,332,000) | (4,097,440) | - | - | - |
| Operating Margin | 5.1% | 7.2% | 5.9% | 4.6% | 0.2% | (7.0%) | (4.4%) | 4.3% | 5.8% | 7.6% | (0.6%) | (0.7%) | - | - | - |
| % EBITDA Margin | 11.7% | 12.4% | 10.8% | 11.3% | 8.3% | 0.5% | 1.1% | 8.0% | 8.7% | 10.4% | 5.3% | 2.8% | - | - | - |
| NET Income (USD) | 101,865,587 | 64,102,514 | 30,979,574 | 39,675,686 | 12,166,181 | (6,099,031) | (23,828,518) | (11,310,875) | 37,130,595 | 23,650,028 | (4,729,000) | 19,191,074 | - | - | - |
| % Net Margin | 18.0% | 9.8% | 4.2% | 5.9% | 2.1% | (1.2%) | (4.2%) | (1.8%) | 5.5% | 3.1% | (0.6%) | 3.3% | - | - | - |
Barco NV - deals
| Deals Type | Deal Status | Target (s) | Deal Date | Investor(s) | Seller(s) | Deal size (Mn) | Enterprise value (Mn) | Post-money valuation (Mn) | EBITDA multiple (x) | Revenue multiple (x) | Lead partner (s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Add-on, Trade Sale | Completed | Vervent Audio Group SAS | - | ||||||||
| N/A | Completed | 3059 Premiere Parkway | - | ||||||||
| Trade Sale | Completed | Barco NV | - | ||||||||
| Buyout | Completed | Barco NV | - | ||||||||
| Trade Sale | Completed | Projectiondesign | - |
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Barco NV - key contacts
| Name | Position | Start Date | End Date | Vcard | Bio | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Member of the Supervisory Board and Chairman of the Investment Committee | BM | ||||||
| Board Member | BM | ||||||
| Member of the Board of Directors (raad van commissarissen) | BM |
BM Board Member
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