About Ratos
Ratos: Developing Nordic Mid-Sized Companies into Market Leaders
Ratos is a leading investment company that specializes in developing mid-sized companies in the Nordic region. With a strong network and expertise, Ratos has been able to create value within the whole Ratos Group, ensuring that every company can achieve long-term success.
Founded in 1934, Ratos has over 85 years of experience in investing and developing companies. The company's mission is to create long-term value for its shareholders by identifying and investing in promising businesses with growth potential.
Ratos invests primarily in mid-sized companies with revenues between SEK 500 million and SEK 5 billion. The company focuses on four key sectors: Consumer & Technology, Construction & Services, Industrials, and Healthcare.
Consumer & Technology
The Consumer & Technology sector includes companies that provide products or services to consumers or businesses. This sector includes industries such as retail, e-commerce, software development, and media.
Ratos has invested in several successful companies within this sector including Bisnode (data analytics), Diab (foam materials), Gudrun Sjödén (fashion), HL Display (retail solutions), Nebula (cloud services), Plantagen (gardening products), Speed Group (logistics) and Trioplast (plastic packaging).
Construction & Services
The Construction & Services sector includes companies that provide construction-related services such as building materials production or installation of infrastructure. This sector also includes service providers such as cleaning or security firms.
Ratos has invested successfully within this sector through its ownership of Aibel Group AS which provides engineering services for offshore oil platforms; AH Industries which produces components for wind turbines; HENT AS which provides construction services; Nebula Top Oy which offers cloud-based financial management software; Nordkalk AB which produces limestone-based products used for various applications including agriculture; Serena Properties AB which owns commercial properties across Sweden; and TFS International AB which provides clinical research services.
Industrials
The Industrials sector includes companies that produce goods or provide services related to manufacturing. This sector includes industries such as engineering, machinery, and transportation.
Ratos has invested in several successful companies within this sector including Arcus-Gruppen AS (spirits), Biolin Scientific AB (analytical instruments), CellaVision AB (medical technology), Dahl Sverige AB (plumbing products), Euromaint Group AB (maintenance services for trains) and HENT AS which provides construction services.
Healthcare
The Healthcare sector includes companies that provide medical products or services. This sector includes industries such as pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and healthcare providers.
Ratos has invested successfully within this sector through its ownership of Aleris Holding AB which operates private hospitals across Sweden; Arcam AB which produces 3D printing equipment for the aerospace industry; Capio AB which operates healthcare facilities across Europe; Diagnostikcentrum Stockholm Södermalm Aktiebolag which offers diagnostic imaging services; Euromedic International BV which provides diagnostic imaging and cancer treatment centers across Europe; Medisize Holding Oy which produces medical devices; and Trioplast Industrier AB's subsidiary Trioplast Medical Packaging who produces sterile packaging solutions for the healthcare industry.
Investment Strategy
Ratos' investment strategy is based on identifying promising mid-sized companies with growth potential. The company invests in businesses with strong market positions, competitive advantages, and a clear path to long-term success. Ratos also looks for opportunities to create value through operational improvements or strategic acquisitions.
Once Ratos invests in a company, it works closely with management to develop a clear strategy for growth. The company leverages its extensive network of experts to provide support in areas such as finance, marketing, operations management, human resources management among others. Ratos also encourages collaboration between its portfolio companies to share best practices and identify opportunities for synergies.
Conclusion
Ratos is a leading investment company that specializes in developing mid-sized companies in the Nordic region. With over 85 years of experience, Ratos has a proven track record of identifying promising businesses with growth potential and creating long-term value for its shareholders. The company's strong network and expertise have enabled it to create value within the whole Ratos Group, ensuring that every company can achieve long-term success.
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