Advisense
Acquisition in 2022
Advisense is a governance, risk, and compliance firm based in Stockholm, Sweden, specializing in providing comprehensive services and technology solutions to the European financial sector. Established in 2008, the company offers a wide range of consulting and training services, including GAP analysis, implementation support, and regulatory reporting. In addition, Advisense provides resource support, project management, and ongoing consultative assistance to boards and management teams in industries such as insurance, banking, and securities. The firm is dedicated to helping clients navigate complex regulatory environments and enhance their operational effectiveness through tailored solutions that address both current and emerging challenges in governance and compliance.
TrueSec
Acquisition in 2021
TrueSec is Sweden's foremost tip of companies in IT security. Their main strength is that they have collected far Sweden's foremost IT security experts and brought them together with some of Sweden's foremost experts on advanced infrastructure. It gives us an insight into not only to identify and understand the safety concerns, but they can recommend and implement solutions that work optimally in your existing infrastructure. It is unique to have this expertise in these areas when they are so dependent on each other . You can not build good infrastructure today with no understanding of cybersecurity and unable to build optimal cyber security without understanding of infrastructure. All their activities and even the whole this site is marked by this.
Mecenat
Private Equity Round in 2021
Mecenat is a Scandinavian technology company that specializes in providing student discount services, with the capability to verify over 130 million students globally. Founded in 1998 by Jonas Levin, the company develops offers tailored for the student segment, partnering with over one thousand discount providers, including prominent brands such as Apple, Adidas, Microsoft, and Sephora. Mecenat's platform enables students and young professionals to access a wide range of products and services at reduced prices, covering categories such as electronics, clothing, entertainment, and health. Additionally, since January 2019, Mecenat has expanded its offerings to include a textbook sales platform for universities in Sweden, further reinforcing its commitment to supporting the educational community while simultaneously enhancing the engagement between students and brands.
Mabtech
Private Equity Round in 2019
Mabtech AB is a biotech company based in Stockholm, Sweden, specializing in the development and manufacture of monoclonal antibodies and diagnostic kits. Founded in 1986, the company offers a range of products for enzyme-linked immuno sorbent assay (ELISA), enzyme-linked immunospot assay (ELISpot), and FluoroSpot methods, facilitating the detection of cytokines and other immunological molecules. Mabtech's product portfolio includes monoclonal antibodies for various applications, as well as specialized kits for ELISA, ELISpot, and FluoroSpot, which allow for the simultaneous detection of multiple analytes. The company serves a diverse clientele, providing tools for research involving human and animal samples across various species. Mabtech sells its products online and has established locations in the United States, Australia, Germany, and France, operating as a subsidiary of Mabtech Group AB.
TCM Group
Acquisition in 2015
TCM Group is engaged in the development, manufacturing, and sale of kitchens and bathrooms, operating factories in Tvis and Horsens, Denmark. The company consists of two main entities: TMK A/S and Concepta A/S, both of which provide kitchens, bathrooms, and wardrobes. TMK is recognized as the third-largest kitchen manufacturer in Scandinavia, boasting well-known brands such as Svane Køkkenet and Tvis Køkkener. While primarily serving the Danish market, TMK is broadening its reach with an increasing international focus. Concepta specializes in supplying kitchens and bathrooms to the DIY market, distributing its products through various Nordic DIY chains under multiple brands. The company projected revenues exceeding DKK 500 million for the year 2015.
Onion Mice Meyers
Acquisition in 2015
Løgismose and Meyers have for years worked side by side with the same goal of contributing to raising the level of Danish food culture.
Evac
Private Equity Round in 2014
Evac specializes in designing, manufacturing, and marketing environmentally friendly water, waste, and wastewater management systems for marine, offshore, and construction industries. With over three decades of experience, Evac Marine is the market leader in the marine sector, serving a diverse range of vessels worldwide.
Ramudden
Acquisition in 2014
Ramudden AB is a specialist provider based in Karlskrona, Sweden, focused on workplace safety and temporary traffic control services. Founded in 2005, the company supplies a wide range of products including barriers, construction fences, electronic signs, speed bumps, and traffic control devices. In addition to equipment rental, Ramudden offers consulting services encompassing the development of complete traffic management plans, road closures, and training. Their offerings are designed to meet the needs of road construction and general industry applications, ensuring safety and compliance in various work environments.
Hansen Protection
Acquisition in 2013
Hansen Protection AS is a Norwegian company that specializes in designing, developing, and manufacturing rescue and survival textile products, clothing, and life jackets. Established in 1976 and based in Moss, Norway, the company offers a range of products including immersion suits, protective rainwear, and various life jackets tailored for the offshore and maritime sectors. Their offerings include waterproof and flame retardant fabrics, integrated suits, temperature-regulating linings, and specialized equipment such as breathing systems and inflatable life vests. Hansen Protection serves diverse applications across industries including offshore services, fisheries, tourism, and emergency services, with products designed for both leisure and commercial maritime use. The company also provides canopies and interior fittings for leisure boats, as well as solutions for agricultural and health sectors. Hansen Protection maintains authorized service stations in multiple countries, ensuring a broad international presence.
Actic Group
Acquisition in 2012
Actic Group is a leading health and fitness club operator with a significant presence in the Nordic region, including Sweden, Norway, Finland, Germany, and Austria. The company operates 173 gyms and 101 bathing facilities, offering a range of wellness services such as indoor and outdoor training, personal training, group training, swimming, and bathing. Additionally, Actic Group provides energy bars and drinks, training clothes, and other fitness products through online web shops.
Colosseum Dental Group
Acquisition in 2010
Colosseum Dental Group is a prominent pan-European dental care provider operating in Finland, Norway, Sweden, the UK, Switzerland, Italy, and Denmark. The company manages a network of dental clinics that offer a comprehensive range of services, including implants, tooth bleaching, oral surgery, cosmetic dental care, and dental repair services for both children and adults. By focusing on patient care, Colosseum Dental Group aims to meet the diverse needs of its patients while also supporting dentists and employees in delivering high-quality dental services.
Smile Tandvård
Acquisition in 2010
Smile Tandvård is a Scandinavia’s largest private dental chain with 52 clinics in Norway, Sweden and Denmark. The group has more than 1,200 employees. It is a dental chain with general dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants and 90 leading specialists in all dental areas - all with the ambition to offer the best Nordic dentistry. Involvement, Innovative thinking and a holistic perspective form the cornerstones of Smile Tandvård’s values and guides the company on how it conducts dental treatment and its aspiration to be the industry's best workplace.
Moventas
Acquisition in 2007
Moventas is a designer and manufacturer of wind turbine gearboxes, specializing in drive train applications that enhance the competitiveness of wind power. The company provides a variety of products, including gearboxes for both onshore and offshore wind turbine generators, as well as lightweight gear and generator combinations. Additionally, Moventas develops power line platforms and solutions for tidal and wave turbines, catering to industrial and marine gear applications. With state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities located in Finland and a robust global service network, Moventas is committed to advancing wind energy technology through innovative research and development efforts.
Elfa Distrelec AB
Acquisition in 2006
Elfa Distrelec AB engages in online and catalogue distribution of electronics in Sweden and internationally.
Suomen Lähikauppa
Private Equity Round in 2005
Suomen Lähikauppa Oy is a Finnish company that operates a chain of grocery stores, including the retail brands Siwa, Valintatalo, and Euromarket. Founded in 2004 and based in Helsinki, the company offers a wide range of products, including food, groceries, snacks, and light lunches, such as coffee and sandwiches. Suomen Lähikauppa also provides online shopping options to its customers. In 2009, the company changed its name from Tradeka Ltd. and has since operated as a subsidiary of Kesko Food Ltd.
Kid Interiør
Acquisition in 2005
Kid Interiør AS is a home textile retailer based in Norway, specializing in a comprehensive range of interior products. The company offers textiles, curtains, bed linens, and various home and living goods. It operates both physical retail stores and an online sales platform, selling its products under the brands Dekosol and Nordun. Traditional home textile products represent the majority of its sales, while trend line items contribute to a smaller portion of its revenue. The company's primary market is in Norway, where it generates most of its business.
Europris AS
Acquisition in 2004
Europris AS is a prominent Norwegian discount store chain that began with its first location in Stavanger in 1992. Over the years, it has expanded to more than 225 stores across Norway, with a growth rate of approximately 10 new stores annually. Approximately 30% of these stores are franchise-owned, while the remaining 70% are company-owned. The company offers a wide range of products, including home and kitchen items, groceries, clothing, electronics, and personal care products, primarily focusing on private-label and branded merchandise. Europris emphasizes cost efficiency by sourcing around 86% of its products from wholesalers and directly from manufacturers in large quantities, which helps maintain low prices for consumers. The company's headquarters and central warehouse are located in Fredrikstad, employing over 250 staff to manage operations and logistics. Europris has become one of Norway's most recognized brands, with over 90% of the population familiar with its offerings.
Welzorg Netherlands
Acquisition in 2002
Welzorg Netherlands is a distributor of mobility aids for elderly and disabled people in the Netherlands, Denmark, and Sweden.
Perstorp AB
Acquisition in 2001
Perstorp AB is a leading specialty chemicals manufacturer based in Sweden, with a global presence that includes manufacturing units in Asia, Europe, and North America. The company, which was originally a small family business, has evolved into a significant player in the chemical additives market, serving various industries such as coatings, plastic processing, automotive, construction, engineering, and agriculture. Perstorp specializes in producing a wide range of chemical products, including key chemical building blocks and specialty additives, aimed at enhancing the performance and sustainability of everyday products. The company is committed to developing innovative solutions that minimize environmental impact, with over 80% of its research and development focused on creating more efficient and eco-friendly products. Perstorp also actively assesses the carbon footprints and lifecycle impacts of its main offerings, striving to contribute to a climate-neutral chemical industry.
Dynea AS
Acquisition in 1999
Dynea AS is a specialty chemicals company based in Helsinki, Finland, focused on developing and manufacturing industrial adhesive and surfacing solutions. Established in 1999, the company produces a range of products including industrial resins, binders, hardeners, phenolic resins, and formaldehyde-based resins, which are essential for the production of materials like particleboard, plywood, and medium-density fiberboard (MDF). Dynea's adhesive solutions are widely used across various industries, including construction, automotive, and furniture manufacturing. The company also offers technical services and application testing to support its clients in optimizing their use of these materials while addressing environmental concerns. Dynea operates primarily in Europe and South America, contributing to the advancement of sustainable practices within the construction sector and beyond.
Oriflame Cosmetics
Acquisition in 1999
Oriflame Cosmetics is a prominent beauty company specializing in direct sales, with operations in over 60 countries and market leadership in more than half of those regions. Founded in Sweden, the company has its corporate offices located in Switzerland. Oriflame offers an extensive product range that includes high-quality skincare, toiletries, fragrances, and color cosmetics, catering to diverse consumer needs. Their product lineup features moisturizers, serums, makeup kits, and body care items, as well as personal care products like shampoos and conditioners. Additionally, Oriflame provides individuals with the opportunity to join its sales force, empowering them to start their own businesses within the beauty industry.
Paroc Group Oy, established in 1952 and headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, is a leading manufacturer and supplier of energy-efficient insulation solutions. The company specializes in mineral wool insulation products, catering to both building and technical insulation needs. Its extensive product portfolio includes interior and industrial acoustic products, sandwich panels, general building insulations, and accessories, among others. Paroc serves a diverse range of clients, such as builders, architects, contractors, dealers, and industrial builders, across Sweden, Finland, Poland, Germany, other European Union countries, Russia, Norway, and internationally. The company operates manufacturing facilities in Finland, Sweden, Lithuania, Poland, and Russia, and has sales and representative offices in 14 European countries. As of 2018, Paroc operates as a subsidiary of Owens Corning.
Kongsberg Automotive
Acquisition in 1999
Kongsberg Automotive ASA, established in 1957 and headquartered in Kongsberg, Norway, is a global supplier to the automotive industry. The company operates through three segments: Interior, Powertrain & Chassis Products, and Specialty Products. It develops, manufactures, and sells a wide range of products that enhance the driving experience, including comfort and safety features for vehicle interiors, powertrain systems, and driver control and fluid handling systems. Serving original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and Tier 1 suppliers in the automotive, commercial vehicle, and off-highway markets, Kongsberg Automotive's products contribute to safer, more comfortable, and sustainable vehicles.
Continental Bakeries
Acquisition in 1999
Continental Bakeries is a Netherlands-based bakery group that produces and sells biscuits, bread replacement products and toasts. Its portfolio includes sandwich and shortcake biscuits, oat cookies, breakfast biscuits, chocolate kisses, rice and corn cakes, rusks, honey cakes, crispbreads and toast bases. The company supplies both branded and private label products, with a primary emphasis on private label for Western European retailers while also marketing its own brands. It serves major retailers across Western Europe, notably in Germany, France, Sweden and the Benelux, and maintains long-standing customer relationships. Headquartered in Dordrecht, the business emphasizes scale, a broad product range, quality and reliable service. The company has a history dating back to 1825, reflecting a long-standing presence in the European bakery industry.
Nobia is a leading kitchen specialist in Europe, based in Sweden, with a portfolio of approximately twenty brands. The company designs, manufactures, and sells a variety of kitchen solutions, producing over 140,000 cabinets weekly and engaging with more than 60,000 consumers in its stores. Nobia operates primarily in the United Kingdom, Denmark, Finland, and Austria, distributing its products through a network of subsidiaries to retailers, builders' merchants, DIY stores, and professional construction firms. Its core brands include Magnet, HTH, Marbodal, A la Carte, Sigdal, and ewe. The company generates a significant portion of its revenue from the UK market, with additional sales from the Nordic region, offering both kitchen products and installation services. Nobia employs around 6,000 people and reports annual net sales of about SEK 13 billion.
Lithells
Acquisition in 1994
Lithells is a prominent player in the Swedish processed meat market, specializing in the production and sale of a variety of processed meats and sausages. The company supplies its products to retail grocery stores, institutional caterers, and fast-food establishments. Among its offerings, the Lithells and Sibylla brands stand out, with Sibylla being particularly recognized as a leading brand in Sweden.
Lindex Group
Acquisition in 1993
Founded in Finland, Lindex Group is a leading European fashion retailer with over 480 stores across the Nordic countries, Central Europe, and the Middle East. It offers affordable and inspiring fashion for women and children through its multichannel retail operations, including physical stores and online platforms.
Partena
Acquisition in 1992
Partena is a company based in Sweden and Norway that specializes in providing a range of contracted services, including catering, cleaning, healthcare, housekeeping, and security. The company focuses on delivering high-quality service solutions tailored to meet the needs of its clients across various sectors. With a commitment to operational excellence, Partena aims to enhance the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the services it offers, ensuring client satisfaction and maintaining high standards in service delivery.
Hjem-IS
Acquisition in 1991
Hjem-Is Europa, also known as Hemglass, is a prominent ice cream manufacturer and distributor based in Viby, Denmark. The company specializes in producing a variety of ice cream products, including popsticks, ice cream bars, family packs, sandwiches, and cakes. It stands out as the leading direct distributor of ice cream in Scandinavia, utilizing a distinctive home delivery model with its recognizable blue vans. Through this approach, Hjem-Is ensures that its products are delivered directly to customers' homes, emphasizing convenience and accessibility while maintaining high-quality standards in its offerings.
Liva BIL AS
Acquisition in 1991
Liva Bil is Norway's car rental company, operating the AVIS franchise in car rental and full-service fleet leasing.
Graphium
Acquisition in 1990
Graphium is one of Sweden’s specialty printing companies, which focuses on payment cards, security printing and government printing.
Liber is Sweden’s largest publisher of educational and professional literature. The company specializes in producing teaching materials, course literature, and management literature designed for various fields, including economics, law, taxation, medicine, education, technology, and public administration. By focusing on high-quality content tailored to the needs of professionals, Liber plays a significant role in the educational landscape of Sweden.