Ahlsell AB News
Olli Köresaar has been appointed new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Ahlsell Finland and the Baltics. He will assume his new position on the 1st of September and will be part of Ahlsell’s group management. Olli joins the company from Schindler, where he held multiple leading roles over 16 years, most recently as CEO UK & Ireland and prior to that as Managing Director for the Nordics, as well as for Finland. Olli Köresaar appointed new CEO of Ahlsell Olli is an enthusiasti...
Ahlsell Norge AS has entered into an agreement to purchase all shares in K-H Service AS. The acquisition strengthens Ahlsell’s tools and service offerings to professional craftsmen. The company has eight employees and a turnover of approximately 50 MNOK in 2023. K-H Service AS specializes in sales, repair, and maintenance of tools from well-known brands to professional craftsmen. The company was founded in 1983 and has since developed a clear market position by offering high availability...
Ahlsell Norge AS has entered into an agreement to purchase all shares in Verktøy-Maskin AS. The acquisition represents an additional contribution to Ahlsell’s growth within the industrial segment. Verktøy-Maskin has nine employees and a turnover of approximately 42 million in 2023. Logistic capabilities Since 1976, Verktøy-Maskin has been a trustworthy supplier to the industrial sector around Mandal in Norway where they are located. The company offers a wi...
Ahlsell Norge AS has entered into an agreement to purchase all shares in Alf I Larsen AS, with the purpose of strengthening Ahlsell’s position within the industrial segment in Norway. Alf I. Larsen has 44 employees and sales in 2023 amounted to 164 MNOK. For over 75 years, Alf I. Larsen has been a safe and reliable supplier in the areas of metalworking, workshop equipment, workshop fittings, transmissions and machinery. They are also a major distributor of ball and roller bearings. Best...
In 2023, Ahlsell continued to develop its sustainability work in line with the company’s long-term strategy and vision of contributing to a more sustainable society. Ahlsell has joined the Science Based Target Initiative (SBTi), made the carbon footprint of its own brand products visible, expanded its sustainable offering and taken more steps towards circular initiatives to accelerate the green development of society. Ahlsell joins the Science Based Target Initiative (SBTi) Approval of...
Ahlsell Sverige AB has agreed to acquire all shares in JLI Smålandsstenar AB, a wholesaler of fasteners. JLI offers fastening products for the engineering, power energy, and steel construction industries. The company has six employees and an annual turnover of approximately SEK 70 million. JLI has a warehouse and offices in Smålandsstenar. Offering a strong fastening solution Through this acquisition Ahlsell strengthens its offering in fastening and gains access to new expertise,...
Ahlsell Norway AS has agreed to purchase all shares in Protektiv AS. The company was founded in 1992 and specialises in workwear and Personal Protection Equipment, as well as having an extensive printing business. The company employs 28 people and the turnover in 2022 amounted to 82 MNOK. Expertise and presence The store, warehouse, and offices are located in Skien, where they deliver goods and services to both large and small customers in Östlandet, south of Oslo. With its wide range o...
Ahlsell Sverige AB has entered into an agreement to acquire all shares in Bilco Bilbatterier AB (Batteribolaget), a specialised distributor of batteries, chargers, power supplies and accessories. The company was founded in 1961 and has ten employees with annual sales of approximately 70 MSEK. Acquisition of Batteribolaget Ahlsell’s product range, market presence and extensive offering are available Batteribolaget offers one of the widest product ranges on the market, which includes i...
Ahlsell Danmark ApS has entered into an agreement to acquire all shares in Bacher Work Wear A/S, one of Denmark’s largest independent suppliers of workwear, profile clothing and uniforms. The company was founded in 1897 and has customers in all industries, in the public as well as the private sectors. The company has 75 employees and the turnover in 2022 amounted to approximately DKK 175 million. The head office is located in Copenhagen, while the central warehouse with administration, lo...
Ahlsell Norway has entered into an agreement to acquire all shares in Midt-Norsk Rør AS, a supplier of complete sewage systems, primarily to contractors, municipalities and agricultural customers in central Norway. The company, with establishments in Stjørdal, Ringebu and Helgeland, has nine employees and the turnover in 2022 amounted to 50 MNOK. With climate change and increased population growth that places greater demands on infrastructure, there is a strong need for maintenanc...
Kristian Ackeby has been appointed CFO of the Ahlsell Group. He will assume his new position no later than 1 October 2023 and will be part of Ahlsell’s Group management. Experience Kristian previously served as CFO at Loomis Group. Prior to that, he worked as CFO at Lindab Group and in other leading positions within Autoliv. “I am very happy to welcome Kristian to Ahlsell. His solid experience and well-documented leadership qualities will be a good addition to our team on the jour...
Ahlsell has signed an agreement to acquire Solelgrossisten Sverige AB, a company dealing purely in solar energy, charging and energy storage. The company’s annual turnover 2021 amounted to SEK 95 million and they are in a strong development phase. Solelgrossisten is a pioneer in its field and over the years they have developed a broad experience and in-depth technical and digital expertise. The company’s head office and warehouse are located in Tomelilla, and sales offices are also...