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The addition of M&M Instruments’ advanced valve solutions broadens our product portfolio and reinforces our strategic position in the global flow control market. Expanding our presence in Italy further opens new opportunities and will drive continued development. We look forward to working with our new colleagues in Italy and to sharing knowledge and experience across the group.
Satu Rautavalta, VP Business Area Air Technology of Dacke Industri and Chairman of M&M Instruments S.r.l.
We are pleased to welcome the M&M Instruments team to our group and to continue building on the strong foundation the company has established. This acquisition further strengthens our presence in a key industrial region, supports our continued growth, and enforces our long-term commitment to building a strong and sustainable industrial platform in Europe.
Mika Virtanen, President Air and Mechatronics of Dacke Industri
Joining a solid group like Dacke Industri, with its long-term vision, represents a significant opportunity to consolidate our achievements and accelerate our growth trajectory.
Flavio Coscia, CEO of M&M Instruments S.r.l.
We are delighted to welcome the Midland Flow team to our group. Their advanced valve and instrumentation solutions expand our core offering, while robust sales channels, OEM partnerships, and long-term customer relationships help grow our global reach. This addition will accelerate development and open up new opportunities across the group.
Satu Rautavalta, VP Business Area Air Technology of Dacke Industri and Chairman of Midland Flow Ltd
Midland Flow brings strong engineering expertise that fits well with ours and strengthens our position in a key industrial region. This acquisition is an important milestone and supports the division’s long-term strategy and provides a solid platform for sustainable growth. We look forward to welcoming our new colleagues in the UK and to sharing knowledge and experiences across the group.
Mika Virtanen, President Air and Mechatronics of Dacke Industri
Joining Dacke Industri marks an important step forward for our facility, offering a stable foundation and shared vision to build on our achievements and advance our growth ambitions.
John Turner, CEO of Midland Flow Ltd
We are delighted to welcome Tufcot to our group as part of our continued strategic growth in Europe. Their industry-leading expertise and high-quality composite solutions make them an ideal fit with our ambition to expand and strengthen collaboration within the group. With Tufcot on board, we open up new opportunities and enable us to bring even greater value to our customers and accelerate our growth across Europe.
Mikael Lundgren, President Power and Motion Division of Dacke Industri and Chairman of Tufcot Engineering Ltd
From our first meeting with Dacke Industri, we knew they were the right fit for Tufcot and what was required to continue our history of growth, investment, and development. Dacke Industri’s strategic approach to acquisitions and its faith in continuing to build a strong company/brand were key factors in the collaboration. We can’t wait to start working with Dacke Industri and see where we can develop next.
Greg Majchrzak, Managing Director of Tufcot Engineering Ltd
I’d like to thank the entire team at Dacke Industri for what has been a seamless sale and transition from my ownership to theirs. I am very happy that we managed to secure a deal with a company that wants to build on Tufcot’s successes over the last 44 years. I am confident that Tufcot has a strong and stable management team with a committed workforce, which will continue to succeed.
Elvin Majchrzak, Founder and former owner of Tufcot Engineering Ltd
I am pleased to welcome Kenneth as the new President of our Precision and Protection division. With his experience across multiple industrial sectors, I am confident that he will make a great contribution to the continued growth and success of the division. I look forward to continuing to work closely with Kenneth and our teams to drive further development and deliver even greater value to our employees, customers, and owners as we continue to develop Dacke Industri.
Lars Fredin, Group CEO of Dacke Industri
I am proud to lead the Precision and Protection division as Dacke Industri takes further steps toward a clearer, more strategic structure. With our international focus and strong expertise in precision technology and safety solutions, I look forward to working with the team to develop our offering and strengthen the division’s role as a reliable partner globally.
Kenneth Carlsson, President Precision and Protection of Dacke Industri
The updated structure provides our industrial group with a clearer foundation for organic growth and collaboration, while each company retains its autonomy. Complementary acquisitions remain central to our strategy, and our value-driven, decentralized culture—built on trust, integrity, and development, continues to be the cornerstone of our success.
Lars Fredin, Group CEO of Dacke Industri
We are pleased to welcome Hydronit S.r.l. to our group as we continue our strategic expansion across Europe. By leveraging our expertise, and collaborations within the Fluid Power Technology division, this acquisition enables us to deliver even greater value to our customers and drive future growth. Our deep understanding of the customer landscape positions us well to build on existing strengths and ensure continued success.
Mikael Lundgren, President Fluid Power Technology of Dacke Industri and Chairman of Hydronit S.r.l.
Being part of a focused multinational group meets our expectations to grow as a major player in compact and smart hydraulics worldwide.
Andrea Gambusera, CEO and co-owner of Hydronit S.r.l.
I warmly welcome Ulf as the new CEO of LIMAB. With his international leadership experience, solid background in industrial technology and manufacturing, and clear focus on quality, service, and customer value, he is the right person to lead our strategy forward. We are confident that he will build on LIMAB’s strengths and drive continued growth for both the company and its employees.
Lars Åleby, President Electronics at Dacke Industri and Chairman of the Board at LIMAB
It is an honorable mission to take over the baton from Lars. LIMAB has a leading product range and a well-established position in the industry. There is an impressive technical level and tremendous industry expertise within LIMAB. We have exciting teamwork ahead as we continue the growth journey. Things move faster nowadays, so customers will demand innovations to improve their business cases, faster ROI, and deeper collaboration with key suppliers to achieve their goals. I am humbly grateful for the trust to help lead the work forward. It will be fantastic and exciting.
Ulf Johannesson, incoming CEO of LIMAB
As we move forward with our division into more focused business areas, we expect this strategic step to improve further both our operational efficiency and ability to deliver on our growth ambitions. With Lars’s broad leadership experience and long-standing involvement in the group, we believe he will make an essential contribution to our future development, including supporting our ongoing expansion and strategic acquisitions.
Lars Åleby, President of division Electronics of Dacke Industri
After serving as CEO of several metrology companies over the past 25 years, most recently at LIMAB, I’m excited to step into a new role within Dacke Industri. I look forward to developing companies within Business Area Measurement Systems, to helping drive our expansion through strategic, value‑adding acquisitions. Metrology offers many compelling applications and is a market experiencing strong, long‑term growth.
Lars Granlund, VP of Business Area Measurement, Electronics of Dacke Industri
We are pleased to welcome Blink S.r.l. into our group as we continue to expand in Europe. Their expertise in customer-specific systems complements our existing offering, and together we will strengthen the support we provide to customers across the region. With Blink S.r.l. joining Dacke Industri, I look forward to leveraging our combined strengths to enhance our competitiveness and achieve long-term success.
Lars Åleby, President Electronics of Dacke Industri and Chairman of Blink S.r.l.
We are proud to join Dacke Industri, a group that shares our values of technical excellence, customer dedication, and sustainable growth. This partnership marks a new and exciting chapter for Blink S.r.l. It allows us to maintain the flexibility and innovation that define our identity while gaining access to the strength, expertise, and industrial collaboration of a larger group. With Dacke Industri’s long-term perspective and decentralized model, we will be even better positioned to serve our customers globally and accelerate the development of our solutions in existing and new markets.
Riccardo Arienti, CEO and co-owner of Blink S.r.l.
We are pleased to welcome BTL-UK Ltd to our group as we continue to grow our presence in Europe. The company's strong reputation for quality products and reliable aftersales support aligns well with our focus on meeting the needs of OEM customers. With their expertise and established distributor network, we look forward to working together to strengthen further our offering and support for customers across the region.
Mikael Lundgren, President Fluid Power Technology of Dacke Industri and Chairman of BTL-UK Ltd
Our strategic acquisition of MoveRoll last year has strengthened our position in roll handling and air technology solutions. With Ben and two established brands under one leadership, we will drive cooperation and growth for both companies together with our customers.
Mika Virtanen, President Air Technology & Electromechanics of Dacke Industri
Ben’s deep knowledge of pneumatics and compressed air technologies, combined with experience in leading and managing business units, makes him exceptionally well-suited for this role. I´m very excited about the future success of Sovellusmestarit and MoveRoll.
Satu Rautavalta, VP of Business Area Air Technology of Dacke Industri and Chairman of Sovellusmestarit and MoveRoll
I am delighted to join Sovellusmestarit and Moveroll as CEO and to work together with our professional and dedicated team.  The opportunity to further develop the businesses for the benefit of our customers, employees, suppliers, and stakeholders is very exciting. Quality products, in combination with exceptional customer service, will remain the focus of our efforts.
Ben Söderling, CEO of Sovellusmestarit Oy and MoveRoll Oy
Fogmaker International's strategic expansion into Southeast Asia and steadfast commitment to sustainability pave the way for new opportunities and success. Their focus on innovative, environmentally friendly solutions sets a benchmark in meeting evolving customer needs.
Mika Virtanen, President Air Technology & Electromechanics of Dacke Industri and Chairman of Fogmaker International
We are thrilled about this new subsidiary and its expanded opportunities to Fogmaker International. It will allow us to strengthen our presence further and better serve our valued customers in the region. It is a significant step towards achieving our vision of creating safer environments globally.
Lars Alrutz, CEO of Fogmaker International
I am excited to step into the CEO role and join Swedrive and Dacke Industri. With our dedicated team and strong brand, we will focus on achieving profitable and sustainable growth. We aim to grow together with both existing and new customers and partners. The anticipated economic upswing will offer many opportunities, and Swedrive aims to be an active and successful player in this development.
Krister Johnsson, CEO of Swedrive
With a long history of leadership roles, Krister brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record within the industry. Swedrive can become a major player in the global electrification transition with Krister onboard. By being a major provider of electrifying solutions, we can offer a great future for the company and its personnel.
Mika Virtanen, President Air Technology & Electromechanics of Dacke Industri and Chairman of Swedrive
It is very exciting to take this next step for G-TEK's future and become part of Dacke Industri. Dacke Industri is a very strong and competent owner, and we together see great possibilities to develop further and expand the G-TEK business.
Thomas Larsson, CEO and part-owner of G-TEK
With Dacke Industri entering as a new owner, G-TEK secures long-term ownership, which will bring great benefits to G-TEK ´s customer base, suppliers, and employees - while G-TEK continues to grow and expands its current business in all segments. I could not wish for a better future for G-TEK AB.
Johan Amnéus, Former owner and chairman of G-TEK
Acquiring G-TEK is another key step in our efforts to become an essential partner to OEMs, supplying end-users worldwide with premium products. G-TEK’s customer base is exciting, and they operate in areas we are very familiar with. By partnering with G-TEK, we are open to deeper cooperation with certain segments we value very highly and know we can bring value to. We are very happy that Johan saw the strengths we can bring to G-TEK long term.
Lars Fredin, Group CEO and President of Special Technology of Dacke Industri and chairman of G-TEK
I am thrilled to join Tecair as CEO and to work alongside such a dedicated team and our esteemed customers. I am eager to lead our efforts to meet and surpass the expectations of our customers, partners, and stakeholders.
René van Boxtel, CEO of Tecair B.V.
I am immensely proud of what we have accomplished during Tecair's years with our owner, Dacke Industri, our dedicated employees, partners, and valued customers. René's dedication and vision will propel Tecair to new heights, and we are excited to see how his insights will continue to shape our future in his new role as CEO of Tecair.
Marco Markus, Co-owner and Board member of Tecair B.V.
We are confident that René, as the new CEO of Tecair B.V, is poised for an exciting future, continuing to deliver outstanding value to our customers and stakeholders worldwide.
Satu Rautavalta, VP of Business Area Air Technology of Dacke Industri
We are happy to welcome René as our new CEO for Tecair B.V. His entrepreneurial skills, coupled with his ability to make informed decisions by blending analytical insights with attentive listening to the team, ensures the development and growth of the business to create greater customer value and makes him an excellent fit for Tecair.
Mika Virtanen, President Air Technology & Electromechanics of Dacke Industri
By advancing the innovation of the roll handling equipment at MoveRoll Oy, we are poised to significantly strengthen our market position and deliver increased value to our customers.
Paul Vuori, CEO of Sovellusmestarit Oy
Getting MoveRoll new strong ownership is part of the strategy to take MoveRoll to the next level and make it fully trustworthy for customers and employees. This step will make the company independent for future growth and serviceability. MoveRoll is one of the best concepts for roll handling and is ready for the next steps with a much larger organization.
Mikko Rantanen, ex-owner of MoveRoll Oy
By integrating MoveRoll's cutting-edge technologies and the expertise of our dedicated teams, we are not only enhancing safety, efficiency, and reliability for our customers through our roll handling products but also unlocking new opportunities for growth and success.
Satu Rautavalta, CEO of Pimatic Oy and VP Business Area Air Technology of Dacke Industri
We are thrilled to announce the acquisition of MoveRoll Oy, a strategic move that enhances our market position by advancing the innovation of roll handling solutions. This acquisition strengthens our industry leadership and aligns with our commitment to providing innovative, value-added solutions to improve our customers’ safety and efficiency.
Mika Virtanen, President Air Technology & Electromechanics of Dacke Industri.
The acquisition of Stegia represents a significant milestone in our growth strategy, enhancing our global footprint and accelerating expansion across the division. We are happy to welcome our new colleagues in Sweden and Shanghai and eagerly anticipate the exchange of knowledge and experiences within our group.
Mika Virtanen, President Air Technology & Electromechanics of Dacke Industri and Chairman of Stegia
Stegia is facing a promising future. We are proud to become part of Dacke Industri, where our technological innovations in mechatronics and our strong market position could contribute to exploring new segments. By sharing experiences within the group, we look forward to continued growth. The year 2025 marks the beginning of a new and exciting era, and we are ready to embrace it.
Johan Stjernberg, CEO and Part-owner of Stegia
I am excited to embark on this new chapter for Stegia. With the support of a strong and long-term ownership team, along with our dedicated and talented employees, we are positioned to drive further innovations and achieve great progress.
Marit Stjernberg, CFO and Part-owner of Stegia
We look forward to welcoming the Stegia’s team and continuing to offer innovative solutions and products together. We are confident that this acquisition opens up new opportunities for growth and expansion.
Lars Fredin, Group CEO of Dacke Industri
We are proud to announce the optimizing of our division into focused business areas. This strategic move not only enhances our efficiency but also aligns with our growth objectives. We have full confidence in Satu to serve as a key pillar in our future endeavors, supporting further growth and facilitating strategic acquisitions.
Mika Virtanen, President of division Air Technology and Electromechanics of Dacke Industri
I am excited to take on this new position of VP Business Area Air Technology. By developing and promoting the success and growth of the Air Technology Business Area we will create value for both the companies and Dacke Industri. I am very happy to be part of building this business area's future.
Satu Rautavalta, VP of Business Area Air Technology of Dacke Industri
With extensive experience in leading global organizations, Rikard brings highly qualified knowledge and expertise to benefit Optronic's growth and strategic initiatives. His ability to navigate complex markets and drive innovation will play a crucial role in steering our company toward new business opportunities.
Lars Åleby, VP Electronics, Dacke Industri
I am excited to join Optronics as CEO and collaborate with such a dedicated team and our valued customers. I am committed to upholding the core values of Dacke Industri, and I look forward to driving our efforts not only to meet but exceed the expectations of our customers, partners, and stakeholders.
Rikard Lundqvist, CEO of Optronic
We are excited to announce the complete acquisition of the remaining shares in Hydroquip Hydraulics. This strategic move underscores our steadfast commitment to industry innovation and positions us for enduring growth and success. We will remain in operative positions to secure continuous sustainable development and the objective of continuing to strengthen the PMC footprint in India. Together, we capitalize on new opportunities, and deliver an increased value to our stakeholders.
Mikael Lundgren, VP Fluid Power Technology of Dacke Industri
Many years of collaboration with PMC Hydraulics Group have brought us immense benefits, thanks to their extensive global knowledge and experience, which have significantly enriched the value we deliver to our customers and employees. We are excited about the future and look forward to continuing as a stand-alone operation, owned by PMC Hydraulics Group 100%, anticipating many more opportunities ahead.
A. K. Kamam, MD of Hydroquip Hydraulics
This partnership enables both companies to create more comprehensive and powerful solutions for our customers. With increased capacity for software development, the opportunities for innovation and the development of new digital solutions are enhanced. This will not result in any changes for customers, and both Flintab and Omnigon will continue to have the same contact people. I look forward to Omnigon as a part of Flintab.
Pär Arlebrand, CEO of Flintab