Snellman counsel to Linx Equity-backed Cube Storage AS in its acquisitions of Prinsens lager AB and Big Easy Self Storage AB
2026
Snellman acted as counsel to Linx Equity-backed Cube Storage AS in its acquisitions of the self-storage operators Prinsens lager AB and Big Easy Self Storage AB. The acquisition of Prinsens lager marks Cube Storage’s entry into Sweden, giving it a broader geographic footprint and a scalable platform for future acquisitions, and accelerates its Nordic expansion strategy, and the acquisition of Big Easy further strengthens Cube Storage’s Swedish platform.
Snellman’s core advisory team comprised Mikael Klang, Emma Andersson, Ulrika Wigart and Sophia Engdahl (Private M&A), Mikael Stabo, Andreas Wingren, Angelica Berntsson and Linnéa Eriksson (Real Assets), Lisa Pålsson and Nellie Jönsson (Employment), and Sina Mindus Amini, Louise Nordback and Moa Gilbertsson (IP & Tech).
Snellman Counsel to ALFA Development in a joint venture in Stockholm
2026
Snellman has acted as legal counsel to ALFA Development in a joint venture (50/50) with Besqab, for the acquisition and subsequent development of six properties in Södra Hagalund in Solna. The project comprises building rights of approximately 34,000 sqm. gross floor area, representing approximately 400 new residential units. The project is part of the first new zoning plan in the area, located in direct connection with the new subway station under development. The acquisition was carried out through a share transaction from Humlegården Fastigheter, and the property value was approximately SEK 459 million.
Snellman’s team comprised Mikael Stabo, Angelica Berntsson and Linnéa Eriksson (Real Assets).
Snellman counsel to Integrated Global Services, backed by American Securities, in its acquisition of Flamsprutarna
2026
Snellman acted as counsel to Integrated Global Services, Inc. (“IGS”) in its acquisition of Flamsprutarna AB, a global provider of turbine maintenance and thermal spray services.
Flamsprutarna brings more than 40 years of experience in turbine maintenance, thermal spray coatings, and nuclear power plant services. The acquisition strengthens IGS’s ability to support power plant operators worldwide with integrated maintenance solutions across gas turbines, steam turbines, and nuclear assets.
IGS is an international provider of on-site surface protection solutions, headquartered in Virginia.
IGS is backed by American Securities, a leading U.S. private equity firm investing in market-leading North American companies.
Snellman’s advisory team included Claes Kjellberg, Douglas Essehorn and Klara Hasselberg (Private M&A), Lisa Pålsson (Employment), Philip Thorell and Veronica Thurin (Competition, Procurement & Regulatory), Louise Nordback (IP & Tech), Mikael Stabo and Angelica Berntsson (Real Assets), and Signe Persson (Finance & Restructuring).
Snellman counsel in a JV property transaction
2026
Snellman has acted as legal counsel to a joint venture between Mengus and Balder, in the acquisition of the “HagaBlue” property in Solna, from DNB Scandinavian Property Fund. The property, Solna Brahelund 3, comprises a modern office building with approximately 10,200 sqm lettable area plus garage. The transaction was structured as a share transaction.
Snellman’s advisory team comprised Mikael Stabo, Angelica Berntsson, Andreas Wingren, and Linnéa Eriksson (Real Assets) as well as Carolina H. Wahlby and Charlotte Säker (Finance).
Snellman counsel to Bonnier Capital in its acquisition of a majority stake in Elektron
2026
Snellman acted as counsel to Bonnier Capital in its acquisition of a majority stake in Elektron Music Machines AB from a consortium led by EMM Intressenter AB. The investment marks Bonnier Capital’s entry into the electronic music instrument sector and reflects Bonnier Capital’s continued focus on long-term ownership of businesses built around strong creative identities.
Snellman’s advisory team comprised Miklos Kovacs Scherlin, Douglas Essehorn, Ulrika Wigart and Adam Jatta Kölin (Private M&A), Sina Mindus Amini and Louise Nordback (IP & Tech), Josephine Gjerstad Medina and Lisa Pålsson (Employment), Angelica Berntsson and Linnéa Eriksson (Real Assets), Charlotte Säker (Finance and Restructuring) and Philip Thorell and Ajda Hasanovic (Competition, Procurement & Regulatory).
Snellman counsel to Humana in its acquisition of Homsan
2026
Snellman acted as counsel to Humana in its acquisition of Homsan, a well-established provider of daily activities under LSS in the Stockholm region. Humana will, through the acquisition, more than double its offering of daily activities and thereby strengthen its geographical presence in the region.
Snellman’s core advisory team consisted of Miklos Kovacs Scherlin, Nadine Lågland and Irma Jarlén (Private M&A), Nellie Jönsson (Employment), Linnéa Eriksson and Angelica Berntsson (Real Assets), Louise Nordback and Bohdana Kopyl (IP & Tech), as well as Philip Thorell and Esther Järvling (Competition, Procurement & Regulatory).
Snellman acted as lead counsel to Baylin Technologies Inc. in its acquisition of Kaelus AB
2025
Snellman acted as lead counsel to Baylin Technologies Inc., a leading diversified global wireless technology company listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange, in its acquisition of Kaelus AB, a Sweden-based global radio frequency technology manufacturer supplying products essential to wireless networks, defense systems, and telecommunications infrastructure. Closing of the transaction is subject to regulatory approval.
For further information, please refer to Baylin’s press release here (https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/baylin-technologies-signs-agreement-for-a-transformational-acquisition-of-sweden-s-kaelus-ab-creating-a-global-wireless-technology-leader-870665337.html).
Snellman’s core advisory team comprised of Mikael Klang, Emma Andersson, Elin Boman, and Adam Jatta Kölin (Private M&A), Philip Thorell (Competition, Procurement & Regulatory), Lisa Pålsson (Employment), Louise Nordback (IP & Technology), Angelica Berntsson (Real Assets) and Oskar Bragée (Finance & Restructuring).
Snellman counsel to Vida AB in the acquisition of AB Karl Hedin Sågverk
2025
Snellman acted as counsel to Vida AB in its acquisition of AB Karl Hedin Sågverk from Mattsbo Såg AB and minority shareholders. AB Karl Hedin Sågverk operates sawmills in Central Sweden and will significantly expand Vida’s production capacity. Closing of the transaction is subject to regulatory approvals.
Snellman’s advisory team comprised Mikael Klang, Douglas Essehorn, Emma Andersson, Tanja Schnitt, Nadine Lågland, Elin Boman and Sophia Engdahl (Private M&A), Andreas Wingren and Angelica Berntsson (Real Assets), Philip Thorell and Ajda Hasanovic (Competition & Regulatory), Elisabeth Vestin, Sina Mindus Amini and Moa Gilbertsson (IP & Tech), Jenny Lundberg and Nellie Jönsson (Employment), and Carolina H. Wahlby and Charlotte Säker (Finance).
Snellman counsel to Oras Group in the acquisition of the Gustavsberg and Vatette businesses from Villeroy & Boch
2025
Snellman acted as legal advisor to Finnish fittings manufacturer Oras Group in the acquisition of the Gustavsberg and Vatette businesses from Villeroy & Boch. The transaction is expected to be closed during the third quarter of 2025.
The acquisition represents an important strategic move for both companies. With the deal, Oras Group strengthens its position as a leading supplier of sanitary fittings in Northern Europe and strategically expands into a complete bathroom supplier, with a portfolio ranging from bathroom furniture to faucets.
Snellman’s core advisory team included Johanna Wärnberg, Alexander Lindqvist, Tanja Schnitt and Elin Boman (Private M&A), Elisabeth Vestin, Sina Mindus Amini and Emma Johari (IP & tech), Jenny Lundberg, Josephine Gjerstad Medina, Lisa Pålsson and Nellie Jönsson (Employment), Philip Thorell (Competition and Procurement), Angelica Berntsson (Real Estate) and Oskar Bragée (Finance & Restructuring).
Snellman advisor to Soltech Energy on its share exchange acquisition of Sesol Group
2025
Snellman is legal advisor to Soltech Energy Sweden AB (publ), listed on Nasdaq First North Growth Market, on its acquisition of solar energy company Sesol Group AB from Nordic Capital. The acquisition is implemented by Soltech Energy acquiring all shares in Sesol Group for a purchase price of approximately SEK 117 million being offset against new shares in Soltech Energy, issued at a subscription price of SEK 2.065 per share, resulting in Nordic Capital owning 56,691,168 shares in Soltech Energy and thus becoming Soltech Energy’s largest shareholder with 30 percent of the outstanding shares and votes in Soltech Energy after the transaction. Nordic Capital has been granted an exemption by the Swedish Securities Council in respect of the obligation to make a mandatory offer for all shares Soltech Energy that would otherwise apply because of the transactions. The acquisition is subject to approval by an Extraordinary General Meeting in Soltech Energy and further subject to regulatory approvals being obtained from the Swedish Competition Authority and from the Swedish Inspectorate of Strategic Products.
Following the completion of the acquisition, which is expected to take place during the third quarter of 2025, Soltech Energy intends to carry out an issue of new shares with preferential rights for the shareholders of approximately SEK 335 million. Nordic Capital has undertaken to subscribe for its pro rata share of the rights issue corresponding to approximately SEK 100 million and to guarantee an additional SEK 50 million of the rights issue.
Snellman’s advisory team included Mattias Friberg, Anton Eriksson, Edvin Matton and Agnes Svensson Backlund (Public M&A and Capital Markets), Claes Kjellberg and Alexander Lindqvist (Private M&A), Philip Thorell, Ajda Hasanovic and Veronica Thurin (Competition & FDI), Josephine Gjerstad Medina and Lisa Pålsson (Employment), Angelica Berntsson (Real Assets), Lina Lundevall-Brunö (Finance & Restructuring), and Louise Nordback (IP & Technology).
Snellman acted as local counsel to IONITY GmbH in connection with a financing of up to 600 million euros
2025
Snellman has together with A&O Shearman advised IONITY GmbH in connection with a financing of up to 600 million euros.
The financing includes 450 million euros in committed green loan facilities and a so-called accordion facility, i.e., the option to increase the credit line by up to 150 million euros at a later date to support future growth. This marks the largest loan transaction ever made in the European EV charging industry and underscores the market’s trust in IONITY’s long-term vision.
Currently operating over 5,000 charging points, IONITY aims to more than double the number of charging points to approximately 13,000 and grow its network to more than 1,300 charging sites by the end of 2030. Today, IONITY chargers can provide a minimum of 400 kW, enabling up to 300 kilometres of range in just 10 to 15 minutes. As the only European network supporting 800V vehicle architectures at every charging point, IONITY is built to meet the demands of today’s electric vehicles and the performance standards of next-generation models.
Snellman’s core team has consisted of Richard Åkerman, Astrid Trolle Adams, Maja Uppgren and Carl Tengblad (Private M&A), Mikael Stabo and Angelica Berntsson (Real Assets).
Snellman counsel to Wabtec in the acquisition of Dellner Couplers from EQT
2025
Snellman acted as counsel to Wabtec in the acquisition of Dellner Couplers including its subsidiaries (“Dellner”). Dellner is a globally recognised leading provider of train connection systems for passenger rails, providing safety-critical components and services to rail manufacturers and operators worldwide.
Snellman’s core advisory team comprised Richard Åkerman, Astrid Trolle Adams, Aykut Aslan Yucel and Klara Hasselberg (Private M&A), Nellie Jönsson (Employment), Anna Hultengård and Moa Gilbertsson (IP/Tech), Oscar Bengtsson and Oskar Bragée (Finance) and Angelica Berntsson (Real Estate).
The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals.
Snellman acted as Swedish counsel to Pioneer Point Partners LLP in its acquisition of OG Clean Fuels B.V.
2025
Snellman acted as Swedish counsel to Pioneer Point Partners LLP in its acquisition of OG Clean Fuels B.V. from ABN AMRO Sustainable Impact Fund and a fund managed by Meewind.
OG Clean Fuels B.V. is a leading owner and operator of clean fuels filling stations based in the Netherlands, with 325 filling station locations offering compressed biomethane, liquefied biomethane, electric vehicle charging, hydrogen and liquid biofuels across Germany, the Netherlands, Sweden and Italy.
Pioneer Point Partners LLP is a leading European sustainable infrastructure investor, having made 20 investments and committed over €1.8 billion to date.
Snellman’s advisory team comprised Mikael Klang, Alexander Lindqvist and Klara Hasselberg (Private M&A), Andreas Wingren and Angelica Berntsson (Real Assets), and Philip Thorell and Veronica Thurin (FDI).
Snellman counsel to IK Partners in its acquisition of Tecomatic
2025
Snellman acted as counsel to IK Partners in its acquisition of Tecomatic, a leading Swedish provider of water treatment and erosion control solutions, from PEQ Invest. IK is investing from IK Small Cap III Fund’s dedicated pool of Development Capital, alongside Tecomatic’s management team who will be reinvesting.
Tecomatic is a specialist in protecting critical infrastructure and purifying marine environments, with end-to-end solutions for water treatment and erosion control. Tecomatic was founded in 1985 and is headquartered in Kalmar, Sweden.
The transaction is subject to regulatory approval.
IK Partners is a European private equity firm focused on investments in the Benelux countries, the DACH region, France, the Nordic countries, and the UK. IK supports companies with strong underlying potential, partnering with management teams and investors to create robust, well-positioned businesses with excellent long-term prospects.
For further information, please refer to IK’s press release here.
Snellman’s core advisory team comprised Johanna Wärnberg, Douglas Essehorn, Anna Nordin Pettersson, and Irma Jarlén (Private M&A), Fredrik Olsson, Rezan Akkurt, Lina Lundevall-Brunö, and Charlotte Säker (Finance), Lisa Pålsson (Employment), Martin Rifall and Saga Christiernin (Construction), Peter Forsberg, Emma Fröderberg Shaiek, and Ajda Hasanovic (Competition, Procurement & Regulatory), Angelica Berntsson (Real Assets), and Elisabeth Vestin and Anna Hultengård (IP & Tech).
Snellman counsel to Granitor in transaction with Wihlborgs
2025
Snellman has acted as legal counsel to Granitor in the divestment of a property portfolio in southern Sweden to listed property company Wihlborgs. The properties, located in Malmö, Lund and Helsingborg, comprises more than 51,000 sqm lettable area, mainly office’s and hotels (including the World Trade Center buildings in Malmö, Lund and Helsingborg as well as the SeaU hotel- and congress centre in Helsingborg). There is further development potential on two development properties, comprising an additional 82,000 sqm of land and building rights for up to 12,000 sqm new offices.
The underlying property value is approximately SEK 2,400 million. Completion of the transaction will take place on 1 April 2025.
Snellman’s core team comprised Mikael Stabo, Andreas Wingren and Angelica Berntsson.
Snellman counsel to Kingdom of Sweden in its sale of Lernia AB
2025
Snellman acted as counsel to the Kingdom of Sweden in its sale of Lernia AB to Aurelius (AURELIUS Investment Lux Fourteen SARL).
The closing of the transaction and Aurelius’ takeover of the shares in Lernia is expected to take place during the first quarter of 2025, pending, among other things, competition review as well as review under the Foreign Direct Investment Review Act.
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Snellman counsel to ALFA Development in a joint venture in Stockholm
2024
Snellman has acted as legal counsel to ALFA Development in a joint venture (as capital partner) with Besqab, for the acquisition and subsequent development of a property on Södermalm in Stockholm. The project comprises the development of 93 new residential units, totalling approximately 9,400 sqm. gross floor area. The land was acquired through a land allocation from Stockholm municipality, and the purchase price was approximately SEK 322 million.
Further information available at www.alfadev.se.
Snellman’s team comprised Mikael Stabo, Abiram Soma, Andreas Wingren and Angelica Berntsson (Real Assets).
Snellman counsel to Allvida (backed by Systematic Growth) in its acquisition of FEAL AB
2024
Snellman acted as counsel to Allvida (backed by Systematic Growth) in its acquisition of FEAL AB (Feal), a company founded in 1991, specializing in the design and manufacturing of high-end wheelchair ramps.
Allvida was founded in 2020 with the vision of building a market leader for niche accessibility products and solutions for individuals with different needs and abilities. Through the acquisition of Feal, Allvida strengthens its offering in accessibility solutions, aligning with its mission to improve inclusivity.mik
Snellman’s advisory team comprised Miklos Kovacs Scherlin, Emma Andersson, Klara Hasselberg and Adrian Bäck (Private M&A), Maria Orrgard and Johan Erlandsson (Finance & Restructuring), Olof Östman (IP & Tech), Josephine Gjerstad Medina and Nellie Jönsson (Employment), and Mikael Stabo and Angelica Berntsson (Real Assets).
Snellman counsel to Accent Equity in its acquisition of Unisport from Unisport-Saltex Group
2024
Snellman acted as counsel to Accent Equity in its acquisition of the indoor division of Unisport-Saltex, consisting of Kerko Group Oy, Unisport Scandinavia AS, Unisport Scandinavia ApS and Unisport Sverige AB (jointly “Unisport”). Unisport is a specialist within indoor sports facilities and sports equipment with market leading presence in Sweden and Finland and establishments in Norway and Denmark.
Snellman’s advisory team comprised Johanna Wärnberg, Emma Andersson, Anna Nordin Pettersson, Carl Tengblad and Elin Boman (Private M&A), Carolina H. Wahlby and Johan Erlandsson (Finance & Restructuring), Jenny Lundberg, Josephine Gjerstad Medina, Lisa Pålsson and Nellie Jönsson (Employment), Peter Forsberg, Philip Thorell and Ajda Hasanovic (Competition, Procurement & Regulatory), Angelica Berntsson (Real Estate) and Louise Nordback (IP & Tech).
Snellman counsel to Recharge, a portfolio company of Infracapital, on its EUR 180 million green debt financing
2024
Snellman acted as Swedish counsel to Recharge, an energy company and pure-play electric vehicle (EV) public charging network in the Nordics, on its EUR 180 million inaugural green debt financing.
Built since 2011, Recharge operates more than 4,500 charge points at 800 locations across the Nordic countries. The debt financing will enable Recharge to accelerate the growth of its infrastructure and energy solutions, supporting the rising demand for EV and contributing to the decarbonization of transportation across the region.
Recharge is owned by Infracapital, one of the leading European infrastructure investors. Infracapital was founded in 2001 and has since invested in over 60 businesses across Europe.
Snellman’s core advisory team included Johanna Wärnberg, Douglas Essehorn, Nadine Lågland, Carl Tengblad and Elin Boman (Private M&A), Carolina Wahlby, Ebba Sjölin and Lina Lundevall-Brunö (Finance & Restructuring), Mikael Stabo and Angelica Berntsson (Real Assets), and Lisa Pålsson (Employment).
Snellman counsel to SEB Private Equity in the acquisition of Talurit Aktiebolag
2024
Snellman acted as counsel to SEB Private Equity in the acquisition of Talurit Aktiebolag (“Talurit”), a global market leader in mechanical splicing systems for wire rope. Talurit operates offices in Sweden, the UK, Germany, the U.S., China, and Singapore, with a global sales reach.
Snellman’s core advisory team included Mikael Klang, Alexander Lindqvist, Carl Tengblad, Nadine Lågland and Adrian Bäck (M&A), Josephine Gjerstad Medina and Nellie Jönsson (Employment), Nicolas Günthardt (IP/Tech) and Angelica Berntsson (Real Assets).
Snellman counsel to Revelop on property financing transactions
2024
Snellman acted as counsel to Revelop in several financings for Revelop in connection with acquisition of properties.
Revelop has long track-record of outperformance from investing in urban industrial, mixed-use and social infrastructure assets with repositioning and development potential. Revelop aims to invest in properties that can be made resilient for the future through various ESG initiatives such as substantial carbon footprint reduction, enhanced energy efficiency and environmental accreditation, as well as generating positive social impact.
Snellman’s core advisory team comprised Maria Orrgard, Joel Montin, Albert Danielsson, Johan Erlandsson, and Lina Lundevall-Brunö (Finance & Restructuring), Angelica Berntsson (Real Estate), and Douglas Essehorn, and Elin Boman (Private M&A).
Snellman counsel to Mengus in the acquisition of Solna Hilton 4
2024
Snellman has acted as legal counsel to Mengus’s fourth fund, in the acquisition of the office property Hilton 4 in Solna.
For further information on the transaction, please refer to Mengus’s press release here.
Snellman’s core advisory team comprised Mikael Stabo, Andreas Wingren and Angelica Berntsson (Real Assets).
Snellman counsel to Atria in the acquisition of the Swedish Convenience Food Business Gooh
2024
Snellman acted as counsel to Atria in the acquisition of the Swedish convenience food business Gooh.
Gooh is part of Lantmännen Cerealia and a clear market leader in the fresh micromeals product segment in the Swedish retail trade with a market share of around 25 per cent. The acquisition fits with Atria Group’s strategic goal of expanding in the convenience food segment. Closing of the transaction is subject to regulatory approval.
Snellman’s advisory team comprised Claes Kjellberg, Jonas Sjöberg, Nadine Lågland, Carl Tengblad, and Elin Boman (Private M&A), Mikael Stabo, and Angelica Berntsson (Real Assets), Peter Forsberg, and Lars Lundgren (Competition and Regulatory), Anna Ribenfors, and Olof Östman (IP and Technology) and Lisa Pålsson (Employment).
Counsel to Thoma Bravo in its growth investment in Hypergene
2023
Snellman acted as counsel to Thoma Bravo in its growth investment in Hypergene, a Swedish software-as-a-service company for planning and performance management. As part of the investment, Thoma Bravo acquires a majority stake from Monterro and other minority shareholders.
Hypergene, headquartered in Malmö, and with over 200 people employed across eight offices in Sweden, Norway, and Germany, is one of the larger players in Corporate Performance Management and Project & Portfolio Management (xP&A) in Northern Europe.
Thoma Bravo, one of the largest software investors in the world, has a 20-plus year history of providing capital and support to high-growth software businesses. This is Thoma Bravo’s third investment by its Europe-based team, and the first platform acquisition of a Swedish company.
Our team included Claes Kjellberg, Douglas Essehorn, Emma Andersson, Ulrika Wigart, Elin Boman, and Aykut Yucel (Private M&A), Fredrik Olsson, Carolina Wahlby and Sofia Granberg (Finance), Caroline Sundberg and Nicolas Günthardt (IP & Technology), Peter Forsberg and Sarah Ek (Competition & Regulatory), Josephine Gjerstad Medina and Nellie Jönsson (Employment), and Angelica Berntsson (Real Assets).
Snellman counsel to KLAR Partners Backed Sandbäckens in its acquisition of EVIAB Gruppen AB, Växjö Elmontage AB, and El & Projektering Vetlanda AB, controlled by Storskogen Group AB
2023
Snellman acted as counsel to KLAR Partners backed Sandbäckens in its acquisition of the three electricity companies EVIAB Gruppen AB, Växjö Elmontage AB, and El & Projektering Vetlanda AB, controlled by Storskogen Group AB. The companies have a combined turnover of approximately SEK 400 million and have around 180 employees.
Snellman’s core advisory team comprised Claes Kjellberg, Miklos Kovacs Kal, Anna Nordin Pettersson, Ulrika Wigart, and Klara Hasselberg (Private M&A), Fredrik Olsson, Carolina H. Wahlby, Rezan Akkurt, and Johan Erlandsson (Finance), Josephine Gjerstad Medina and Lisa Pålsson (Employment), Abiram Soma and Angelica Berntsson (Real Assets), Sara Heikfolk (IP & Tech), and Peter Forsberg and Sarah Ek (Competition & Regulatory).
Snellman counsel to Responda Group, a portfolio company of IK Partners, in the acquisition of H1 Communication
2023
Snellman acted as counsel to Responda Group, a portfolio company of IK Partners, in the acquisition of H1 Communication.
Responda Group is a leading provider of answering and customer services with a passion to deliver value-creating customer experiences and strengthen relations through innovative, efficient, and qualitative customer service. The strategic acquisition of H1 is an important milestone in Responda Group’s growth agenda and strengthens its position as a leading supplier of outsourced customer service in the Nordics.
For further information, please refer to IK Partners’ press release here
Snellman’s core advisory team comprised Johanna Wärnberg, Miklos Kovacs Kal, Douglas Essehorn, and Nadine Lågland (Private M&A), Jenny Lundberg and Jens Rönneholm (Employment), Filip Åhsberger and Louise Nordback (IP & Tech), Johan Erlandsson (Finance), and Angelica Berntsson (Real Assets).
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