Axel Johnson, incorporated in 1873, is a Swedish family-owned industrial group that acquires and develops companies in strategic niche markets, primarily technical components and industrial process solutions.

REMA Holland, incorporated in 1987, is a renowned supplier of hoisting and lifting tools and internal transport and safety equipment. It is a family business that has been building expertise since 1951 and delivers products in 27 different countries.

With the acquisition Axel Johnson is increasing its market presence in the Netherlands. The addition of REMA Holland is an important piece in its ambition to continue to grow within the mechanical power transmission segment.

The team of AKD included Lennart Crain, Nick Hessing, Ivo Vreman, Annette Zwart, Daphne van Zelst, Cathelijn Frederiks, Carmen Hermes and Mirte van Veen.

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