Fouriertransform invests in APR Automation in Arvika, an automation integrator experiencing strong growth

Fouriertransform is investing together with the management of APR Automation. Following the transaction Fouriertransform will own 49 percent of APR Automation.

“Companies like APR, active in the automation sector, are important building blocks for the development and success of the Swedish industry. Increased automation is key for retaining a strong production base in Sweden. By being a long-term, financially strong and active owner we can support APR Automation’s continued expansion” says Per Nordberg, CEO of Fouriertransform.

APR Automation has for the past ten years grown from being a small company with a few employees focusing on consulting to today being a company with around 40 employees that offers complete automation solutions for customers both in Sweden and internationally. Through broad-based expertise APR Automation has established itself as a leading integrator in the automation industry in Sweden with several customers who are leaders in their segments.

“Through its many years of experience and close relationships with key customers, APR Automation is in a stable position to continue to grow and we are very happy to have Fouriertransform as a new partner. Stable ownership and an owner with a long-term perspective and industry expertise, will give APR Automation the best possible opportunity to continue its expansion,” says Anders Larsson, CEO of APR Automation.

For further information

Mikael Johnsson, Investment Director, Fouriertransform AB, tel. +46 733 233 606

Anders Larsson, CEO, APR Automation AB, tel. +46 703 732 668

Fouriertransform is a state-owned venture capital company tasked with supporting, on a commercial basis, innovative companies and entrepreneurs who can help revitalize the Swedish manufacturing industry. The company has a SEK 3 billion under management and, in addition to capital, provides expertise through its highly qualified employees and a network of experts. www.fouriertransform.se

APR Automation is an integrator that delivers complete automation solutions to customers in a number of industries. The company has around 40 employees with expertise in electrical design, PLC programming, robot programming, mechanical design, project management and fitting.