Stockholm, April 22, 2025 — Ahlsell Group has signed an agreement to acquire Rexel Finland Oy, a leading distributor of electrical products and solutions, from global electrical distributor Rexel. The Finnish unit employs approximately 300 people and generates annual revenues of around €250 million, according to a press release from Ahlsell.
ASSA ABLOY, a global leader in access solutions, has announced the acquisition of Pedestal PRO, an American manufacturer specializing in access control pedestals, bollards, and innovative mounting solutions. “I am pleased to welcome Pedestal PRO to the ASSA ABLOY family. This acquisition aligns with our strategy to strengthen our position
Swedish agricultural cooperative Lantmännen has increased its ownership in SimSuFoodS, acquiring a majority stake of just over 50 percent. The move deepens Lantmännen’s commitment to sustainable food innovation and strengthens domestic food security. Founded in 2019, SimSuFoodS specializes in shelf-stable, plant-based dry mixes that transform into dishes such as
Brussels / Oslo – April 2025 In a significant move poised to reshape the offshore wind landscape, DEME Group (Euronext: DEME) has signed an agreement to acquire Havfram, a leading offshore wind contractor based in Oslo, Norway. This strategic acquisition reinforces DEME's ambition to solidify its global presence in offshore
In a major consolidation move within the European dairy industry, Denmark’s Arla Foods and Germany’s DMK Group have announced plans to merge, forming what will become Europe’s largest farmer-owned dairy cooperative. The proposed merger, revealed in a joint statement by both companies on Tuesday, is set to
Logistri Fastigheter AB has announced the acquisition of two modern light industrial properties in Gothenburg. The total agreed property value amounts to SEK 113 million, with no deductions for latent tax. The properties, which cover a combined 6,700 square meters of leasable space and a total land area of
Swedish fashion chain Stockholm Boulevard has been acquired following its bankruptcy. Wisam i Skanör AB, owned and led by Per Wilander, has taken over the stores and the brand. Wisam is the parent company of the fashion chain Marty, which operates five stores in Skåne, one in Uppsala, and two
Schibsted Media has signed an agreement to acquire Telia Company’s TV & Media business (TVM), which includes two of the most prominent TV broadcasters in the Nordics: TV4 in Sweden and MTV in Finland. The acquisition marks a significant strategic step for Schibsted in strengthening its position in independent
OSLO, Feb 14 (Reuters) – Aker BP (AKRBP.OL), Norway’s second-largest oil producer, sees fresh opportunities for mergers and acquisitions as it aims to consolidate further on the Norwegian continental shelf. The company’s top shareholder, Aker ASA (AKER.OL), which owns 21.16% of Aker BP, indicated that the
The Swedish Union of Journalists (Journalistförbundet) has announced the sale of its longstanding property Lagern 7, located on Vasagatan in central Stockholm. The buyer is the Norwegian real estate and hospitality group Olav Thon Gruppen, acting through its Swedish subsidiary, Thon Sverige AB. “This sale is a strategic decision that
On January 29, 2025, ECIT AS announced that Competensum AB will join the ECIT group. Competensum AB, which provides HR and payroll services to its clients, will now enhance ECIT’s offerings in these critical areas. The acquisition also reinforces ECIT’s presence in Helsingborg, a key strategic location for
After a record year of dealmaking in 2024, Swedish IT services group Nordlo is gearing up for an even more aggressive acquisition strategy in 2025. Backed by an investment fund of SEK 1.5 billion from owner FSN Capital Partners, Nordlo is actively exploring acquisition opportunities both in Sweden and