Zenesis secures seven-figure pre-seed funding 

TGFS

15 October 2024

TGFS has invested in Zenesis GmbH. The Leipzig-based start-up is a leading provider of AI-supported MEP (Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing) planning softwareThe current pre-seed round also saw participation from investors deeply rooted in the construction industry, including Ingenieurbüro Hubert Beyer and existing investor Kampmann Group.

The Zenesis Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution was developed in collaboration with MEP industry professionals to optimize time-intensive and repetitive tasks in technical building planning using artificial intelligence. Engineering firms, project developers and design offices which often face persistent staff shortages and interface issues, can use the Zenesis software to automate individual planning steps and work more resource-efficiently. By reducing manual work, Zenesis enables a significant reduction in planning time during early project phases

Gilles Dostert, CEO and founder of Zenesis, comments: “We are delighted to close this financing round and look forward to realizing our vision with the support of our partners. This investment not only allows us to accelerate product development, but also to provide even greater value to our customers through an expanded product portfolio.”

Christian John, Investment Manager TGFS, on the current round: “With our investment in Zenesis, we aim to contribute to the digital transformation of the construction and real estate industry. From the Outlet, the Zenesis team impressed with the significant value and user-friendly nature of their SaaS solution, a sentiment echoed in numerous expert discussions. With its AI-supported automation solution, Zenesis is an example of the innovation and entrepreneurial spirit thriving in Leipzig‘s deep tech ecosystem.”

The fresh capital will be used primarily for the technical development of the Zenesis software, market expansion and team growth.

TGFS deal team
Christian John and Martin Liebsch