Nimlas-owned Sandbäckens Strengthens its Presence – Acquires Umia Stockholm AB
Sandbäckens, part of Nimlas Group, has acquired Umia Stockholm AB from Umia Sweden AB. With a turnover of SEK 190 million (2023), this is Sandbäckens’ largest acquisition in 2024. Sandbäckens further solidifying its position in electrical and ventilation installations in the Stockholm region.
The acquisition is a strategic step in Sandbäckens’ long-term growth plan, 5-50-500, which targets SEK 5 billion in revenue, 50 new companies, and SEK 500 million in profit. The electrical segment is a key component of this growth, with the goal of achieving SEK 1 billion in revenue from electrical operations within the coming years.
– Sandbäckens’ growth journey continues, and Umia Stockholm is an important contribution to our progress towards 5-50-500. In just over a year, we have reached SEK 700 million in revenue from electrical operations. We are well on our way to becoming the next big success in the installation industry, says Christoffer Järkeborn, CEO of Sandbäckens and incoming CEO of Nimlas Group from January 1st 2025.
– After eight successful years, we see great potential in joining Sandbäckens. This collaboration opens opportunities to work with other companies within the group and further develop our business. We are excited to contribute to Sandbäckens’ growth, says Jonas Hedlund, MD of Umia Stockholm AB.
As part of the acquisition, Umia Stockholm will integrate into the Sandbäckens brand in the near future, with the ambition of becoming an even stronger player in the Stockholm region. The transfer of ownership will take place in January.
About Umia Stockholm AB
Founded in 2016 by Jonas Hedlund, Rolf Danielsson, Ronnie Ketola, and Göran Karlsson, Umia Stockholm AB has approximately 60 employees and reported a turnover of SEK 190 million in 2023. The company specializes in electrical installations, which account for 70% of its operations, and ventilation, which will be the focus moving forward. Opportunities to integrate the current heating and sanitation services with Sandbäckens will be evaluated over time.
About Sandbäckens
Sandbäckens is one of Sweden’s leading companies in innovative and sustainable building solutions. Its services include installation and maintenance in plumbing, sprinkler systems, fire safety, electrical systems, ventilation, cooling, automation, and design/construction. With a nationwide presence, Sandbäckens employs approximately 1,500 people across 50 locations.
Sandbäckens’ strategy, 5-50-500, focuses on reaching SEK 5 billion in revenue, 50 new companies, and SEK 500 million in profit. Learn more at www.sandbackens.se.
About Nimlas Group
Nimlas Group is a leading Nordic technical installation services company, with over 130 locally managed businesses operating through Sandbäckens in Sweden, Konstel in Norway, and QMG in Finland. With more than 4,500 dedicated employees, we provide a full range of technical services including heating, sanitation, electricity, automation, ventilation, cooling/refrigeration, fire safety, and related services such as design, security, and energy optimization.
Nimlas vision is to become the most profitable installations group driving sustainability in the Nordics, providing the best environment for companies to grow. The group has an annual turnover of approximately SEK 8.5 billion.
Learn more at www.nimlasgroup.com.
For more information:
Louise Schenholm
Marketing and Communications Manager
+46 70 690 73 51
louise.schenholm@nimlasgroup.com
