The business group Industrial Automation within Axel Johnson International has acquired Conveyor Units Ltd. and Bridge Bearings Ltd., leading UK manufacturers of floor-based conveyors and related components. The acquisition strengthens Industrial Automation’s position in material handling and complements its existing businesses in the sector.
Airsoft, part of Axel Johnson International, has acquired Tecnologie Pneumatiche s.r.l (T.P.), a specialist in pneumatic and vacuum automation based in Verano Brianza, Lombardy. The acquisition strengthens Airsoft’s technical capabilities and customer offering while expanding its presence in one of Italy’s key industrial regions.
The acquisition of Thornhill Australia brings together over 30 years of plate heat exchanger expertise and strong local service capabilities with AxFlow’s broader flow technology offering, creating new value for customers and growth opportunities for employees.
Axel Johnson International's business group Driveline Solutions has strengthened its presence in the Finnish aftermarket through the acquisition of Konehuolto Happonen Oy by its group company Trans-Auto AB. The acquisition supports Driveline Solutions' strategy to expand its aftermarket service offering and further strengthens Trans-Auto's position in Finland.
AxFlow Norway has acquired Tromek Service AS, a specialist provider of installation, maintenance and repair services for water and wastewater infrastructure in the Trondheim region. The acquisition strengthens AxFlow Norway's service capabilities and creates a complete offering for municipal water and wastewater customers in Central Norway.
Abileer, part of the Transport Solutions business group, has acquired Bra Vision, a Swedish supplier of camera systems, rear-view mirrors and warning systems for buses, trucks and other industrial vehicles. The acquisition strengthens both Abileer’s and Transport Solutions’ position in the Nordic market and expands their offering within vision, safety and vehicle-related systems.
Axel Johnson International has decided to merge its business groups Power Transmission Solutions and Industrial Automation into one unified business group, operating under the name Power Transmission Solutions. Anton Kullh has been appointed Managing Director of the merged business group.
Forankra Group, part of Axel Johnson International’s Transport Solutions business group, has acquired a majority stake in Ekofol, a leading Czech provider of cargo securing and packaging solutions. The acquisition strengthens Forankra Group’s presence in Central and Eastern Europe and supports its strategy to expand its offering within cargo securing and one-way securing solutions.
Axel Johnson International's business group Lifting Solutions has acquired The Lifting Company (TLC), a Perth-based specialist in engineered lifting and rigging solutions. The acquisition strengthens Lifting Solutions' Australian platform by adding in-house design, engineering, and fabrication capabilities for complex lifting applications.
Axel Johnson International’s business group Lifting Solutions, has acquired Danish Crane Building A/S (DCB), a Danish manufacturer of advanced crane systems for industrial applications. The acquisition further strengthens Lifting Solutions’ position in engineered lifting solutions and adds specialist expertise in automated crane systems for complex operating environments.
Axel Johnson International announces that Linda Wikström has been appointed to its Board of Directors, effective June 1. With a strong background in senior leadership, investments, and board roles across industrial and investment‑driven organizations, she will add valuable experience to the Board.
Axel Johnson International’s business group Industrial Automation has acquired Denca Controls Ltd., a UK-based automation controls company based in Widnes, Cheshire. The acquisition marks Industrial Automation’s entry into the automation controls niche and strengthens its market position in the UK.
