makineo

What makineo does

Makineo GmbH is a German construction-technology distributor and integrator founded in 2021 and headquartered in Stockstadt am Rhein, with a secondary office in Wöllersdorf-Steinabrückl, Austria opened in September 2023. The company delivers machine control, construction surveying, 3D documentation, data services, and training to digitalize construction sites (Baustelle 4.0), serving primarily construction contractors and earthworks companies, with secondary reach into alpine/ski resort operators and foundation-engineering firms.

The product portfolio is built around third-party hardware and software distributed under partnership agreements rather than proprietary technology development. Core offerings include Leica Geosystems-based 2D and 3D Maschinensteuerungslösungen (machine control) for excavators, dozers, graders, milling machines, and pavers; Leica total stations, GNSS rovers, and AP20 Autopole field systems for surveying; Sodex Innovations SDX Pocketscan, SDX Compact, and KTEG Auto Doku for unmanned 3D documentation; SharpGrade Anbauschild attachment blades (exclusively distributed in DACH); and the manufacturer-independent KTEG CoPilot assistance platform. Makineo Akademie delivers training, and ongoing service and support operations are positioned around the motto "Stillstand vermeiden" (avoid downtime).

The business model is sales-led and multi-stream: one-time hardware sales, equipment rental (Miete), installation and custom solutions (Sonderlösungen), and recurring service, support, and training revenue. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is delivered via quote and direct engagement. The company is privately held (GmbH), managed by Jan Hakert (Geschäftsführer), and operates with 11-50 employees. No institutional funding rounds, M&A activity, or revenue disclosures appear in the source material.

Name

makineo

Legal name

Makineo GmbH

Website

https://makineo.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

2021

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Makineo is a German-Austrian distributor and integrator of digital construction solutions — distributing Leica Geosystems machine control, surveying, and 3D documentation systems, plus SharpGrade and KTEG products — to construction companies, alpine operators, and foundation engineers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Construction Technology / Machine Control Systems

NAICS

Construction Machinery Manufacturing (333120), Construction, Mining, and Forestry Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing (532412)

SIC

Construction Machinery & Equip (3531)

akta.pro primary industry

Pavers & Road Construction Equipment (IMAHAAAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

Earthmoving & Excavation Equipment Rental/Leasing (TLABAFAA)

Keywords

• Machine control systems
• Construction surveying equipment
• 3D construction documentation
• GNSS positioning services
• Digital construction site

Headquarters

HQ city

Stockstadt Am Rhein

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: Direct sales of machine control systems, surveying equipment, attachments, and safety systems to construction companies.
2. Equipment Rental: Rental (Miete) of equipment and systems for construction projects.
3. Installation & Custom Solutions: Installation services, special solutions (Sonderlösungen), and implementation services for machine control systems on construction equipment.
4. Service & Support: Ongoing technical support, maintenance, and training services with motto 'Stillstand vermeiden' (avoid downtime).

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Makineo sells, installs, and supports digital construction technology for construction sites, centered on 2D/3D machine control systems (Leica iCON and Leica iCON alpine/iRP3/iRD3 MC1), surveying solutions (total stations, GNSS rovers, AP20 autopoles), 3D documentation systems (KTEG Auto Doku, SDX Compact, SDX Pocketscan with SDX Cloud), and assistance/safety platforms (KTEG CoPilot), complemented by GNSS correction data services and the Makineo Akademie training program.

Product overview

Makineo is a digital construction solutions provider offering an integrated portfolio of machine control, surveying, and 3D documentation products. The core offering centers on Leica Geosystems-based Maschinensteuerungslösungen (machine control solutions) for excavators, dozers, graders, and pavers, which integrate with Leica total stations, GNSS systems, and angle sensors. This is complemented by proprietary SharpGrade attachment blades for wheel and crawler loaders, the KTEG CoPilot assistance platform, and Sodex Innovations-based SDX 3D documentation systems (Auto Doku, Compact, Pocketscan) that capture construction progress in real-time. Data services including correction data improve positioning accuracy. Services include sales, rental, installation, custom solutions, maintenance, and training through the Makineo Academy. The company operates as an official Leica Geosystems dealer (certified across Hochbau, Maschinensteuerung, and Tiefbau categories for 2026) and distributes KTEG products exclusively in Germany and Austria.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Maschinensteuerungslösungen (Machine Control Solutions)

Quantifiable outcome

• 50% more efficient grading with SharpGrade dual cutting system compared to conventional processes
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Leica GeosystemscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMakineo is a certified Leica Geosystems dealer and partner for 2026 in three categories: Hochbau (residential building), Maschinensteuerung (machine control), and Tiefbau (civil engineering). The partnership provides access to Leica's surveying equipment, machine control systems, and positioning technology.
• KTEGcoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership for KTEG CoPilot products - a manufacturer-independent assistance system platform. KTEG CoPilot BASIC and PROFESSIONAL solutions are distributed through Makineo.
• Sodex InnovationscoreTechnology or IntegrationSodex Innovations provides SDX Pocketscan and SDX Compact 3D scanning solutions that Makineo integrates into their construction documentation offerings.
• SharpGradecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive distribution partnership for SharpGrade Anbauschild (attachment blades) in Germany and Austria. SharpGrade offers dual-cutting system blades for wheeled and crawler loaders with patent-protected Quad-Rod technology.
• CoreumminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partner for demonstration events and training. Coreum Praxistage events hosted at Coreum facility for hands-on equipment demonstrations.
• Wuttke IngenieureminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerEngineering partner referenced in service-support context for collaborative project delivery.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Topcon Positioning Systems: Japanese manufacturer of surveying, GNSS, and machine control solutions. Competes directly with Leica Geosystems in the same dealer-driven construction technology channel as Makineo.
• Komatsu Smart Construction: Construction equipment OEM offering integrated Smart Construction solutions including drone surveying, ICT bulldozers, and machine control. Increasingly bundles digital technology with equipment, threatening independent dealers.
• Liebherr: Major construction equipment manufacturer expanding its own digital offering through LiDAT and machine control integrations. Represents the OEM-direct competitive threat to independent Leica-based dealers.
• Caterpillar (Cat Connect): Global construction equipment OEM with Cat Connect technology suite including machine guidance, payload monitoring, and remote telemetry. Competes in machine control as part of equipment sales rather than through independent dealers.
• Trimble: U.S. manufacturer of machine control, surveying, and construction technology solutions. Competes with Leica (Makineo's primary partner) at the brand level and serves contractors globally through its SITECH dealer network.
• Hexagon (Leica Geosystems): Parent company of Leica Geosystems, one of the two premier global surveying and geospatial brands. Competes broadly with Trimble and offers its own machine control portfolio through Leica direct sales and authorized dealers.

Direct peers

• Stoneridge-Orlaco: Provider of vision and monitoring systems for construction, material handling, and off-road applications. Overlaps with Makineo's assistance and safety systems portfolio for construction sites.
• Prolec: UK-based developer of 3D machine control systems for excavators and other construction equipment. Closely comparable niche specialist focused on machine guidance and OEM-independent integration.
• MOBA Mobile Automation: German-based manufacturer of machine control and automation systems for construction equipment including excavators and pavers. A direct competitor in 2D/3D machine guidance and a fellow German construction-tech specialist.
• SITECH: Global network of Trimble-authorized dealers providing machine control, surveying, and digital construction solutions. Operates the same dealer/integrator business model as Makineo but for Trimble technology instead of Leica.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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