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Hultafors Group acquires Scangrip A/S

On the 18h of October, Hultafors Group signed an agreement to acquire Scangrip A/S – an industry leading manufacturer of innovative LED work lights. The acquisition is part of Hultafors Group’s strategy to broaden our product portfolio with attractive product categories that meets the needs of professional end users. The completion of the transaction is expected to take place during October.

The acquisition of Fristads, Kansas and Leijona is part of Hultafors Group's strategy to grow and develop leading brands in the Personal Protection Equipment segment in Europe and North America

Hultafors Group completes the acquisition of Fristads, Kansas and Leijona

Hultafors Group today announces that the acquisition of Fristads, Kansas and Leijona is completed. The transaction has been approved by the competition authorities and all other conditions to closing have been fulfilled. The acquisition of Fristads, Kansas and Leijona is part of Hultafors Group's strategy to grow and develop leading brands in the Personal Protection Equipment segment in Europe and

Snickers Workwear, Solid Gear Footwear and EripioWear first protective wear brands to partner with Carbonfact

Snickers Workwear, Solid Gear Footwear and EripioWear first protective wear brands to partner with Carbonfact

Snickers Workwear, Solid Gear Footwear, and EripioWear are the first protective wear brands to partner with Carbonfact, a leading carbon management platform tailored for apparel and footwear sectors. This collaboration will streamline the process of measuring and reducing carbon footprint, enhancing sustainability efforts across the industry.

W.steps - the same high-quality yellow ladders with an increased focus on sustainability.

Hultafors Group Launches W.steps, yellow access solutions with a greener profile

Hultafors Group introduces new brand W.steps, focusing on high-quality and more sustainable access solutions. Using certified aluminum produced with renewable energy sources and incorporating recycled materials, W.steps aims to reduce its carbon footprint and provide customers with greener options. Launching April 3, 2024, W.steps aims to be the green choice in the ladder industry.

HULTAFORS GROUP AND WIBE GROUP ANNOUNCE MUTUAL AGREEMENT ON BRAND TRANSITION

HULTAFORS GROUP AND WIBE GROUP ANNOUNCE MUTUAL AGREEMENT ON BRAND TRANSITION

Hultafors Group and Wibe Group are jointly announcing a strategic decision that marks a significant milestone in their partnership. After more than two decades of utilizing the name "Wibe Ladders", Hultafors Group has made a careful choice to transition away from this brand name and are now introducing W.steps – a new brand that will offer the same extensive range of high-quality ladders.

Kristina Altner, Sustainability Manger Hultafors Group and Martin Knobloch, CEO Hultafors Group

Hultafors Group Joins the United Nations Global Compact

Hultafors Group proudly announces its participation in the United Nations Global Compact, the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative. This strategic step aligns with our ongoing commitment to integrating sustainable practices into all aspects of its operations.

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Hultafors Group is one of Europe’s largest companies to supply workwear, footwear, head protection, hand tools ladders and work lights for professional users. The products are developed, manufactured and marketed as their own brands, which are available through leading distributors in almost 70 countries worldwide, with emphasis on Europe and North America. Hultafors Group has more than 1,800 employees and an annual turnover of about SEK 6.2 billion.

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