About Construction Contractors sector in South Korea
The Construction Contractors sector in South Korea comprises 33 companies, including 8 funded companies. Out of these, 3 are Series A+ funded.
Construction Contractors sector in South Korea has seen 1 acquisition and 2 IPOs. This represents almost 9.1% of all such companies - which is higher than the 4.5% exit rate of tech companies in general.
This sector includes companies that provide contractual services for either the end-to-end construction process or as a specialist for works like electrical, plumbing, site works, etc.
Construction Contractors sector is also known as Construction Contractors Solutions, Advanced Construction Contractors or Digital Construction Contractors.
Includes general contractors that offer end-to-end services in the construction process involving planning, site management, manpower management, etc., and specialist contractors that have expertise in one or more work areas like plumbing, electrical, home building, etc. Excludes all EPC service providers, real estate project and infrastructure developers, construction management service providers, contractor discovery platforms, facility and property management service providers.
Top Construction Contractors Companies in South Korea
There are 33 Construction Contractors startups in South Korea which include Dongbu, Secc, DL Holdings, Humanscape, Spacewavy. Out of these, 8 startups are funded, with 3 having secured Series A+ funding.
Here is the list of top Construction Contractors startups in South Korea
1. Dongbu
Key facts about Dongbu
- Founded Year: 1969
- Location: Seoul (South Korea)
- Stage: Unfunded
- Tracxn Score: 33/100 What is this?
2. Secc
Provider of construction and real estate development services. This entity undertakes architectural, civil, plant, and residential projects. They also offer technological innovations in areas such as noise reduction and sustainable building practices. A significant portion of their business involves design and construction, encompassing various aspects from initial planning to final completion. The company maintains a robust library of technical resources and actively pursues sustainable and ethical business practices. They are involved in various aspects of construction, including design, engineering, and project management.
Key facts about Secc
- Location: South Korea
- Stage: Unfunded
- Tracxn Score: 25/100 What is this?
3. DL Holdings
Key facts about DL Holdings
- Founded Year: 1939
- Location: Seoul (South Korea)
- Stage: Acquired
- Tracxn Score: 25/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 732 of 4,905 Competitors
4. Humanscape
Developer of a platform for managing and utilizing personal health data. The platform facilitates the collection, storage, and analysis of individual health information. It aims to empower individuals to better understand and manage their well-being. The platform offers tools for tracking health metrics and connecting with relevant resources.
Key facts about Humanscape
- Founded Year: 2014
- Location: Seoul (South Korea)
- Stage: Funding Raised
- Tracxn Score: 23/100 What is this?
5. Spacewavy
Key facts about Spacewavy
- Founded Year: 2019
- Location: Seoul (South Korea)
- Stage: Funding Raised
- Investors: BluePoint Partners and JONES&ROCKET
- Tracxn Score: 21/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 1260 of 4,905 Competitors
Companies founded year-on-year in the Construction Contractors sector in South Korea
2 Construction Contractors startups in South Korea were founded in 2023 - this is the most number of startups founded in any year in the last 10 years.
- Total Number of Companies
Year | No. of companies |
|---|---|
2026 | - |
2025 | - |
2024 | - |
2023 | 2 |
2022 | 2 |
2021 | 1 |
2020 | - |
2019 | 1 |
2018 | 1 |
2017 | - |
Stage-wise distribution of Construction Contractors sector companies in South Korea
Out of the total 33 Construction Contractors companies in South Korea, 8 have secured funding. Among them, 3 have reached Series A or higher, and 3 to Series B or beyond.
Founded - 33
Funded - 8
Series A+ - 3
Series B+ - 3
Series C+ - 3
Company Stage | No. of companies |
|---|---|
Founded | 33 |
Funded | 8 |
Series A+ | 3 |
Series B+ | 3 |
Series C+ | 3 |
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Funding Trends in the Construction Contractors sector in South Korea
Recent Funding Rounds in Construction Contractors in South Korea
In the year 2020, till December 2020, Construction Contractors companies in South Korea have raised equity funding across 1 round.
Here are some recent, important funding rounds in Construction Contractors companies in South Korea:
Company | Round Raised | Amount Raised | Funding Date | Investors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Seed | 3930 | Dec 28, 2020 |
Top Investors in Construction Contractors in South Korea
KKR is the top investor in Construction Contractors companies in South Korea based on number of companies invested.
Here are some top investors in Construction Contractors companies in South Korea:
Investor | Location | Top Portfolio Companies |
|---|---|---|
New York City (United States) | - | |
Los Angeles (United States) | - | |
Seoul (South Korea) | ||
Seoul (South Korea) | ||
Singapore (Singapore) | - |
M&A activity in Construction Contractors sector in South Korea
In the year 2022, till March 2022, 1 acquisition happened in Construction Contractors sector in South Korea.
Here are some recent, important acquisitions in Construction Contractors sector in South Korea:
Company | Acquisition Type | Acquisition Date | Acquirers |
|---|---|---|---|
Business Acquisition | Mar 15, 2022 |
Acquisition trends in Construction Contractors sector in South Korea
Here are the acquisition trends in Construction Contractors sector in South Korea:
- Total Number of Acquisitions
Year | No. of companies |
|---|---|
2026 | - |
2025 | - |
2024 | - |
2023 | - |
2022 | 1 |
2021 | - |
2020 | - |
2019 | - |
2018 | - |
2017 | - |
IPOs in Construction Contractors in South Korea
In the year 2003, till January 2003, 1 IPO happened in Construction Contractors sector in South Korea.
Here are some recent, important IPOs in Construction Contractors sector in South Korea:
Company | IPO Date | Exchange Symbol |
|---|---|---|
Jan 10, 2003 | Korea Exchange (KRX) | |
Jan 04, 2000 | Korea Exchange (KRX) | |
Jul 01, 1996 | Korea Exchange (KRX) |
Top News in Construction Contractors in South Korea
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