Novoferm takes over Robust AB

Strategic acquisition

Marvin Meyke, 23.05.2019, 11:00

Novoferm takes over Robust AB

The Novoferm Group is expanding its own market position with the acquisition of Swedish steel door manufacturer Robust AB. The acquisition of 100 percent of the shares in Robust AB was sealed in mid-May.

The Swedish steel door manufacturer Robust AB is now part of the Novoferm Group. © Robust

Since 2003, Novoferm has been part of the Japanese Sanwa Group, the world market leader in the field of door and gate systems, according to the company. Robust AB has production facilities in Nykroppa, Sweden and Longton, Stoke-on-Trent, UK. The company specializes in the manufacture of fire doors, multifunctional doors and security doors for the industrial and commercial sectors. Robust AB's management team will continue to lead the company under the direction of Managing Director David Lycett and will ensure its successful further development.

Steel door business further expanded
The Robust AB Group has steadily expanded its steel door business in recent years and, according to the company, has positioned itself as a leading manufacturer on the British and Scandinavian markets. Rainer Schackmann, CEO of the Novoferm Group, explained: "Both companies complement each other strategically in an ideal way. The combination of strengths will further promote future growth and significantly increase our presence in Northern Europe."

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