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I am very happy to welcome Ystadmålarna to Stoby! They have skilled painters and an experienced leader in Rickard Persson, who will add specialized expertise to our operations. At the same time, I am proud that Stoby can continue to evolve and move forward in a time of tougher market conditions.
Sofie Ohlsson, CEO, Stoby
We welcome Allerby Måleri, a well-managed and reputable company that will fit well into our group. We have already seen evidence of their good collaboration with Effektiv Måleri, Rusch & Son, and KP Måleri, all part of the Layer Group-owned Högsbogruppen, and look forward to further collaboration benefits in a growing metropolitan region like Gothenburg. I have great confidence in their strong team led by Viktor Allerby, CEO, and Thomas Lachonius, COO. They bring competence and leadership to our corporation.
John Strand, President and CEO, Layer Group
This is a strategic acquisition that marks Layer Group's expansion and position in the Finnish market. Maalausliike Vainiomäki has established itself as a reliable and respected player in the industry, with significant experience in managing and executing successful framework contract assignments. Their expertise and strong relationships in that segment will be a great asset for us. We now have a strong foothold in Finland, which enables further growth, both organically and through carefully selected acquisitions.
John Strand, President and CEO, Layer Group
Jan-Olof Backman has an impressive CV and has proven that he can build successful companies that are attractive on the market. With him in place, we will increase our professionalism even further and I am convinced that he will lead our board in a very efficient and pragmatic way. We are very happy and proud that Jan-Olof will be our new chairman.
John Strand
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Håkan Adelwald – New Regional Manager for our Southern Region

We warmly welcome Håkan Adelwald as the new Regional Manager for the Southern Region at Layer Group. With extensive and diverse experience, Håkan looks forward to developing and strengthening collaboration between our southern units and the rest of the Group, serving as a bridge between Group Management and operations. Håkan's mission is to support operations and foster even stronger cooperation while continuing to promote local entrepreneurial spirit. For Håkan, trust and situational leadership are key elements in creating security and long-term profitable growth."I am excited

Project Management Education Shapes Our Leaders

Layer Group continues its commitment to developing future leaders through our tailored internal project management education program. The program is designed to address the specific challenges faced by our project managers and provides a balanced mix of theory and practice. This week, another group of employees has completed parts of our internal project management education, focusing this time on quality, environment, and workplace health and safety—areas that many in the industry find both challenging and crucial for creating sustainable and efficient projects. This segment of

Sami Pekki Strengthens Finnish Leadership within Layer Group

Sami Pekki, CEO of Layer Group’s Finnish subsidiary Vainiomäki, has been appointed as Country Manager for Layer Group Finland. In his new role, Sami sees great opportunities to enhance collaboration among the Group's Finnish companies and strengthen ties with Swedish operations. As a third-generation leader of Vainiomäki, Sami has deep roots within the company, which primarily focuses on renovation in painting, construction, and kitchen projects. As Country Manager, Sami has a clear mission: to expand cooperation among Layer Group’s Finnish companies and serve as a bridge between

Tradition Meets Sustainability

Since Daniel Öberg founded MälarFasad in 2019, the company has rapidly grown into a prominent player in the restoration and maintenance of cultural heritage properties. Driven by a passion to preserve these historical buildings, MälarFasad has, to date, restored 27 churches and 5 castles. Their work is distinguished by a deep respect for the buildings' histories and an uncompromising commitment to quality.Though MälarFasad’s journey may be relatively recent, founder Daniel Öberg brings over three decades of industry experience as a mason, beginning his career in 1992. It was after a

Success in extreme weather conditions

Fifteen years ago, Concreto, led by then-founder and current site manager Robert Selberg, took a decisive step into a niche industry that would shape the company’s future. By chance, they got the opportunity to work on the grouting of wind turbines for the first time. A Danish company faced a project in northern Finland, where they planned to carry out grouting for a wind farm during August. However, the project was delayed, and suddenly they were faced with a climate they weren’t equipped to work in—November’s biting cold. “The Danes didn’t know how to finish the job in subzero

"We Dig Where We Stand" – Environmental Sheds Get New Life Through Stockholmshem and Bruske Måleri

The housing company Stockholmshem annually brings in young people during the summer to carry out projects aimed at increasing comfort and safety in their tenants' communities. This year, Nadine Hanna, area developer for Hässelby Gård, Hässelby Strand and Rinkeby at Stockholmshem, chose to focus on repainting the environmental sheds on the properties to improve waste management for tenants. To ensure the project was as effective as possible, painting expertise was needed to guide the young workers. Bruske Måleri, with its extensive experience and commitment, immediately agreed to contribute

Layer Group Acquires Indoor Floor & Wall Sweden AB in Kristinehamn

Layer Group is pleased to announce the acquisition of InDoor Floor & Wall Sweden AB, located in Kristinehamn. InDoor Floor & Wall Sweden AB is a well-established company offering a wide range of services in the flooring segment, specializing in tile installation and flooring in wet rooms, with a focus on new construction, renovation, and insurance-related repairs. Björn Karlsson and Conny Lundstedt, founder of Indoor Floor & Wall Sweden, are welcomed by Mikael Bascuas, CEO Krafft Måleri. Through this strategic acquisition, Layer Group strengthens its presence in the attractive

Flooring School: Applications Open Until October 1, 2024

Applications for Layer Group’s Flooring School are now open and will be accepted until October 1, 2024. The initiative has garnered excitement and positive feedback within the industry, as it addresses the high demand and shortage of qualified floor layers. Combining practical experience with theoretical education, participants have the opportunity to become certified floor layers with professional credentials. Additionally, the training is paid, making it an attractive opportunity for many. Patrik Ronkainen, Head of Education at Layer Group and the main coordinator of the

Mattias Gelinder Appointed Head of M&A and Business Development at Layer Group

Layer Group, which brings together Sweden's and Finland's most experienced and reputable surface coating companies, announces that Mattias Gelinder will take over as Head of Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) and Business Development starting Monday, September 9. Mattias joins at a relatively early stage in Layer Group, which was founded in 2020, and together with driven entrepreneurs, he will be responsible for building a unified operation with the goal of becoming the Nordic region's leading surface coating group. In line with the company's model, which outlines its foundation,

Layer Group company, Mästarna Vision AB, acquires Granlunds Måleri AB in Sundsvall

Mästarna Vision AB, which offers painting and craftsmanship services, expands its operations in the Sundsvall region by acquiring Granlunds Måleri AB. Mästarna Vision has been part of Layer Group since 2022 and is a well-known brand in northern Sweden, especially in the areas around Sundsvall, Härnösand and Östersund.-Granlunds Måleri will be a great addition to Layer Group and strengthen our painting offer in Norrland. Both Granlunds Måleri and Mästarna Vision have driven leaders and skilled employees and will form a strong partnership in an expansive and fast-growing market, says John

Layer Group's Subsidiary, Stoby Måleri AB, Acquires Ystadmålarna and Establishes a Strong Foothold in Ystad

Stoby Måleri AB, which offers painting and craftsmanship services throughout Skåne, Halland, and Småland, reinforces its painting unit in the Ystad region through the acquisition of Ystadmålarna AB. Stoby Måleri AB has been part of Layer Group since its inception in 2020 and is a well-known brand in southern Sweden, particularly in Hässleholm, where it has been present since 1969. Sofie Ohlsson, CEO, Stoby and Rickard Persson, CEO, Ystadmålarna.   “The fact that Ystadmålarna becomes a part of Stoby and thereby also Layer Group is very positive. Ystadmålarna has skilled

Layer Group Acquires Finnish Painting Company Tasoite- ja Maalaustyö Vista Oy

Tasoite- ja Maalaustyö Vista Oy is a traditional painting company specializing in contracting and renovation, located just north of Helsinki in Mäntsälä. Layer Group welcomes a profitable company and a skilled entrepreneur in CEO Joni Lindblom, simultaneously solidifying the group's position as one of Finland's largest painting companies. Sari Lindblom, CEO assistant (Vista Oy), John Strand, CEO and President (Layer Group), Joni Lindblom, CEO (Vista Oy),Hugo Tullberg Wengholm, M&A & CSO (Layer Group) and Kirsi Siltala, controller (Layer Group).   "We are acquiring a company

Layer Group acquires Stig Erikssons Golv AB, establishing itself as a player in the flooring segment in Stockholm

Layer Group today announces the acquisition of Stig Erikssons Golv AB, marking its first entry into Stockholm’s flooring market. In the long term, this creates opportunities for Layer Group to grow organically in this segment in the metropolitan region. Mikael Holmgren, Regional Manager Layer Group, Pär Dässman, CEO Stig Erikssons Golv and John Strand, CEO and President Layer Group. “We welcome Stig Erikssons Golv AB and their knowledgeable and experienced team to Layer Group! We’re particularly pleased to welcome a flooring company with such extensive expertise in framework

Layer Group’s acquisition of Färg & Co Måleri in Arvika and Eda marks a strategic step into Värmland

Layer Group welcomes distinguished Färg & Co to the group. Dating back to 1919, the company is a traditional painting business in Arvika and Eda. This strategically important acquisition establishes Layer Group in a new region as part of its goal to secure its position as a leading player in the surface services industry, primarily in painting, flooring and industrial paint systems. “We are very happy to welcome Färg & Co in Arvika and Eda to the Layer family. CEO Ola Eriksson and his team have built an impressive business with a sophisticated business model and industry-leading

Layer Group acquires MälarFasad – a growth company that adds specialist expertise in the maintenance of heritage properties

Layer Group is continuing its strategic growth in surface services with the acquisition of MälarFasad. The Eskilstuna company delivers turnkey contracts for the maintenance of heritage properties, including painting, roofing, and facade and window renovation, an attractive niche in surface services that adds cutting-edge expertise to the group. Mikael Holmgren, regional manager Layer Group, Hugo Tullberg Wengholm, CSO & M&A Layer Group, Daniel Öberg, CEO MälarFasad, Maria Blomkvist, CEO Lönnbergs Måleri and Robert Lönnberg, founder Lönnbergs Måleri.  Layer Group is building a

Layer Group acquires Golvimporten to strengthen its offering in surface services

Layer Group is continuing in its drive to be a complete surface services supplier with the acquisition of the Borås company Golvimporten. Expanding to include Golvimporten is a major investment in Layer Group’s flooring segment, and in line with the group’s strategy for growth in surface services. “Golvimporten is impressive, their CEO Pierre Nilsson and his management team run a company based on skilled employees, good profitability and smart business. Their expertise will be an important asset for Layer Group, and Golvimporten is exactly the right company for the vision we have

Layer Group Strengthens its Position in Gothenburg - Acquires Allerby Måleri AB

Layer Group takes another step in the Gothenburg region through the acquisition of Allerby Måleri, a company known for its high quality and experienced personnel. With Allerby Måleri and Layer Group-owned Högsbogruppen, consisting of four painting companies in Gothenburg, we can benefit from an increased presence in an interesting growth area. Thomas Lachonius and Viktor Allerby. "We welcome Allerby Måleri, a well-managed and reputable company that will fit well into our group. We have already seen evidence of their good collaboration with Effektiv Måleri, Rusch & Son, and KP

Layer Group expands in Finland with the acquisition of Maalausliike Vainiomäki Oy

The painting and construction service company Maalausliike Vainiomäki becomes part of Layer Group and strengthens the group's presence in Finland. This is a leading company within framework agreements and will be an excellent complement to Finnish Kaukomaalaus, a nationwide painting company that has been part of the group since autumn 2022. "This is a strategic acquisition that marks Layer Group's expansion and position in the Finnish market. Maalausliike Vainiomäki has established itself as a reliable and respected player in the industry, with significant experience in managing

The new chairman of Layer Group AB will create a long-term and attractive Nordic company

Jan-Olof Backman has been elected as the new chariman of the board at Layer Group’s annual general meeting. Lars Österberg is handing over his previous position to Backman but will continue as a member of the board.Jan-Olof Backman has a broad experience from various industries and has previously built and led successful companies, such as Flygbolaget and Coor Facility Management, where the latter reached a turnover of SEK 8 billion and 8,000 employees. With his solid experience, he will contribute to intensify Layer Group’s work in business development and sales. - Jan-Olof Backman has

Layer Group adds another industry leader to the group with the acquisition of Målerifixarna i Linköping AB

The acquisition of Målerifixarna i Linköping AB with its strong position in the local market further establishes Layer Group's presence in the Mälardalen area. Together with other entrepreneurs in the group, Layer Group's foundation for further expansion in both Mälardalen and southern Sweden is strengthened.“In 2022, we acquired and integrated 14 companies into the group, all well-established and industry-leading players in their respective regions. Målerifixarna i Linköping will be our first acquisition this year and we are very happy to welcome them to the group. For Layer Group, this

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