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 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 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 SSAB in the divestment of its rock bolt business unit
2025
Snellman acted as counsel to SSAB in the intended divestment of its rock bolt business unit to Jennmar. Jennmar is a privately owned 100-year-old company based in the U.S. and employs approximately 4,000 people globally. They manufacture and sell products primarily to the industry, mining and infrastructure sectors.
The business unit located in Virsbo manufactures expandable rock bolts for rock reinforcing in underground mines and tunnels in a safe and environmentally friendly way, serving mines and tunnelling projects across the world, main markets established in Europe, North and South America.
Snellman’s core advisory team comprised Johanna Wärnberg and Elin Boman (M&A), Anna Ribenfors (IP & Tech), Mikael Stabo (Real Estate) and Jenny Lundberg (Employment).
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 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 Region Stockholm’s Health and Medical Care Committee in the procurement of operation of S:t Göran’s Hospital
2024
Snellman acted as counsel to Region Stockholm’s Health and Medical Care Committee in the procurement of the operation S:t Görans Hospital located in the centre of Stockholm and one of the largest emergency hospitals in Sweden, known for its high-quality care and innovative healthcare approaches.
The acquisition concluded the procurement process which was one of the largest non-military procurements in the EU. The contract spans eight years, with an option to extend for up to four additional years, making the total potential duration twelve years. The value of the contract is approximately SEK 55 billion over the twelve-year period starting from 4 January 2026.
Snellman’s core project management team comprised Joakim Lavér and Philip Thorell (Competition, Procurement & Regulatory), Johanna Wärnberg, Maja Uppgren, Emma Andersson, Nadine Lågland and Elin Boman (Private M&A), Anna Ribenfors and Jessica Tressfeldt (Commerical, IP & Tech), Mikael Stabo and Andreas Wingren (Real Estate), Josephine Gjerstad Medina (Employment).
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).
Snellman counsel to the Power Group in establishing its partnership with MediaMarktSaturn
2023
Snellman acted as counsel to the Northern European electronics retailer Power International AS and its subsidiary Power Retail Sweden AB (the “Power Group”), in its acquisition of MediaMarkt Sweden, Europe’s leading retailer of home electronics, and thereby in the establishment of the new partnership between the Power Group and MediaMarkt.
Snellman’s core team included Richard Åkerman, Miklos Kovacs Kal, Nicolina Hultgren Farsani, Tanja Schnitt and Alexander Lindqvist (Private M&A), Peter Forsberg, and Emma Fröderberg Shaiek (Competition & Regulatory), Jenny Lundberg and Josephine Lindgren (Employment), Mikael Stabo and Andreas Wingren (Real Assets), Anna Ribenfors and Jessica Tressfeldt (IP & Technology), and Ebba Sjölin (Finance & Restructuring).
Snellman counsel to Aneo in the acquisition of two wind farms in Sweden from Marguerite Infrastructure
2023
Snellman acted as counsel to Aneo, a Norway-based company operating in renewable energy sector owned by TrønderEnergi and HitecVision, in the acquisition of two wind farms in Sweden from Marguerite Infrastructure, a pan-European investor in long-life infrastructure focused on greenfield and brownfield expansion initiatives. This is Aneo’s first investment in renewable energy production outside Norway.
This transaction was carried out as a part of Snellman’s multidisciplinary approach in core areas of legal work relating to green economy, sustainability, ESG, renewable energy projects, natural resources, and infrastructure. Our cross-border team includes experienced lawyers with a business understanding of different parts of the green projects and sustainability sectors and expertise in all fields of evolving green economy, such as ESG, project development, project finance, construction, real estate, energy regulation, environment, planning and regulation, procurement, state aid regulations, M&A, private equity and dispute resolution.
Snellman’s core advisory team comprised Johanna Wärnberg, Douglas Essehorn, Alexander Lindqvist, Nadine Lågland and Emma Johari (Private M&A), Mikael Stabo and Andreas Wingren (Real Assets), and Fredrik Olsson and Rezan Akkurt (Finance & Restructuring)
Snellman cunsel to ALFA Development in its first acquisition in the Stockholm Region
2022
Snellman acted as counsel to ALFA Development (“ALFA”) in its indirect acquisition of two properties, with a total size of approximately 23,000 square meters, located at a marina in the Stockholm region (the “Properties”). Following a number of successful property development projects in the Malmö region, ALFA has now completed its first acquisition in the Stockholm region. ALFA will develop the Properties for housing purposes in accordance with a new zoning plan.
ALFA is a solid and well-established property developer known for the development of a number of large projects in Copenhagen. ALFA expanded its operations to Sweden in 2017. This acquisition will be ALFA’s fifth development project in Sweden in only a few years.
Our core team comprised Mikael Stabo and Abiram Soma.
Snellman counsel to Bewi ASA in sale and leaseback transaction
2022
Snellman acted as counsel to Bewi ASA (“Bewi”) in its indirect sale of ten properties and one land plot located in Norway and Sweden. The agreed property value is approximately NOK 900 million. The buyer is KMC Properties ASA (“KMC”).
Bewi is a leading international provider of packaging, components, and insulations solutions. The transaction is structured as a sale and leaseback, through which long term lease agreements between the property-owning companies and Bewi’s operational companies were entered into in connection with the closing.
Furthermore, KMC has an exclusive right until 30 June 2023 to acquire the remaining part of Bewi’s portfolio valued up to NOK 1,1 billion.
Our core team comprised Mikael Stabo, Abiram Soma, and Andreas Wingren.
Snellman counsel to Byggma ASA in sale and leaseback transaction
2022
Snellman acted as counsel to Byggma ASA in its indirect sale of two industrial properties located in Norway and Sweden, respectively. The total agreed gross property value is approximately EUR 22,000,000. The buyer is Vika Oppstart 100 AS, an entity managed by Vika Project Finance AS.
The Swedish industrial property is owned by Masonite Fastighet AB and located in Nordmaling municipality, where Byggma ASA’s subsidiary Masonite Beams AB manufactures I-Joists. The transaction is structured as a sale and leaseback, through which a long term lease agreement between the landlord Masonite Fastighet AB and the tenant Masonite Beams AB will be entered into on the closing date.
Our core team comprised Mikael Stabo and Abiram Soma.
Snellman counsel to Sylvamo Corporation in the acquisition of Stora Enso Paper Nymölla AB (including its uncoated freesheet paper mill) in Nymölla, Sweden
2022
Snellman acted as counsel to Sylvamo Corporation, a global paper company with mills in Europe, Latin America, and North America, in the acquisition of Stora Enso Nymölla Paper AB, which is operating an uncoated freesheet paper mill in Nymölla, Sweden, for approximately EUR 150 million.
Snellman’s core team included Richard Åkerman, Miklos Kovacs Kal, Alexander Lindqvist and Nadine Lågland (Private M&A), Jenny Lundberg and Lisa Pålsson (Employment), Mikael Stabo and Andreas Wingren (Real Assets) and Olof Östman (IP & Tech).
Snellman counsel to Fazer Group in its acquisition of Trensums Food
2021
Nordic Law Firm Snellman acted as counsel to Fazer Group in its acquisition of Trensums Food, a Swedish market-leading producer of plant-based drinks, with a strategic focus on oat drinks. Trensums Food, together with its fully owned subsidiary, generated 779 MSEK (about 77 MEUR) of net sales in the fiscal year ending April 2021. The acquisition is a further step in the implementation of Fazer Group’s growth strategy and ambition to become one of the leading players in non-dairy and plant-based food in Northern Europe. The transaction is subject to Swedish Competition Authority approval.
Trensums Food is a growth company and a leading player in liquid plant-based foods with oat drinks as its main focus. The company was the first in the world to commercially produce oat drinks and today Trensums Food sells its oat drinks to a large part of the world. In recent years, Trensums Food has invested in expanded capacity based on strong demand, which continues to grow – setting the stage for further growth in the future.
Fazer Group, the Food Experience Company, focuses on fast-moving consumer goods, operates in eight countries and exports to around 40 countries. In 2020, Fazer Group had net sales of 1.1 billion euros and almost 8,500 employees. Fazer Group’s operations comply with ethical principles that are based on the Fazer Group’s values and the UN Global Compact.
For further information, please refer to Fazer Group’s press release here.
Our core advisory team included Richard Åkerman, Miklos Kovacs Kal, Jonas Sjöberg, Iiris Ikkelä and Emma Andersson (M&A), Mikael Stabo and Andreas Wingren (Real Assets), Jessica Tressfeldt (IP & Tech), Josephine Lindgren (Employment) and David Olander (Competition).
Snellman counsel to the Wikström Family when Midroc becomes Granitor
2021
The brand Midroc is used by a wide range of operations with different constellations of owners in Sweden, the Middle East, and Africa. The company group Midroc Europe is owned by Mohammed Al Amoudi, one of the largest foreign investors in Sweden, together with the Swedish Wikström family. Since its inception in 1996, Midroc Europe has grown strongly and today comprises three business areas with a total turnover of approximately SEK 8 billion and 4,400 employees, most of which are active in the Nordic region.
The Midroc Europe Group will replace the common brand Midroc and from January 2022 instead use the Granitor brand. The change of brand is part of a renewed and formalised ownership agreement between Midroc Europe’s two owner families, and it entails a continued and in-depth collaboration that extends beyond generational boundaries. The new agreement is a natural progression that sees the Wikström family gradually increasing its holdings and Mohammed Al Amoudi becoming a more long-term minority owner and financier.
For further information, please refer to Midroc’s press release here.
Our core advisory team included Ola Åhman and Jonas Sjöberg (M&A), Mikael Stabo (Real Estate), Elisabeth Vestin (IP & Tech), and Albert Danielsson (Finance).
Snellman counsel to Svensk Plaståtervinning in acquisition of Industrial Property
2021
Snellman acted as counsel to Svensk Plaståtervinning i Motala AB in its acquisition of an industrial property of approximately 100,000 square metres lettable area located in Motala.
Svensk Plaståtervinning already operates Europe’s largest and most efficient facility for recycling of plastic packaging at the property in Motala, but it recently announced its plan to further invest approximately SEK 1 billion in the facility. As a result of this investment, it will become the world’s largest and most modern facility for plastic recycling with capacity to recycle any plastic containers that comes from Swedish households without any negative climate impact.
Snellman’s team consisted of Mikael Stabo, Andreas Wingren, and Alexander Lindqvist.
Snellman counsel to Consortium of F. Holmström Fastigheter AB and Areim AB on its public offer for Magnolia Bostad AB
2021
Snellman advised the consortium of F. Holmström Fastigheter AB and Areim AB on its public cash offer for Magnolia Bostad AB (“Magnolia Bostad”), listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken acted as the sole financial advisor. The offer values Magnolia Bostad at approximately SEK 2.9 billion. Magnolia Bostad is a leading community developer that develops new housing, both rental apartments and condominiums, community properties, and hotels in attractive locations in Sweden’s growth areas and large cities.
Snellman’s advisory team consisted mainly of Ola Åhman, Mattias Friberg, Emma Greiff, and Anton Eriksson (Public M&A and Capital Markets), Fredrik Olsson (Finance), Peter Forsberg and David Olander (Competition), and Mikael Stabo, Alexander Lindqvist, and Andreas Wingren (Real Estate).
Snellman counsel to the seller in the divestment of Two Properties to Stenhus Fastigheter
2021
Snellman acted as counsel to the seller in the divestment of two properties in the Stockholm region to Stenhus Fastigheter i Norden AB (publ). The properties are strategically located along the E4, have a lettable area of approximately 10,000 m², and are fully let to the car retailer Bilia AB on long term leases.
Snellman’s team consisted of Mikael Stabo and Andreas Wingren.
Snellman counsel to NP3 Fastigheter AB on its joint venture with AB Sagax
2020
Parties
NP3 Fastigheter AB, AB Sagax
Transaction
NP3 Fastigheter AB on its joint venture with AB Sagax
Value
Value not public
Role
Counsel NP3 Fastigheter AB
Snellman Swedish counsel to TrønderEnergi AS in Its investment to become the largest shareholder in Scandinavian Biogas
2020
Parties
TrønderEnergi AS, Scandinavian Biogas
Transaction
The Norwegian energy company TrønderEnergi has become the largest shareholder in Scandinavian Biogas, a leading producer of biogas in the Nordics.
Deal value
Value not public
Role
Swedsih counsel to TrønderEnergi AS
Snellman Counsel to Riflex in its divestment of two properties located in Knivsta to Genova Property Group
2020
Parties
Riflex, Genova Property Group
Transaction
Counsel to Riflex in its divestment of the properties Gredelby 7:89 and Särsta 3: 398 located in Knivsta to Genova Property Group
Deal Value
Value not public
Role
Counsel to Riflex
Professional Background
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