M&A NEWSLETTER | Industrial automation
Strong investor interest for Nordic industrial automation companies
The Nordic M&A market for industrial automation continues to demonstrate strength, with 161 transactions during 2024 — a stable development compared to the previous year. Foreign buyers are still active, reinforcing the industry’s attractiveness and strategic value.
Our latest M&A newsletter on industrial automation provides an in-depth analysis of market trends, valuation levels, and key factors influencing transaction activity. Automation solutions are becoming increasingly important in industries such as energy, healthcare, logistics, and consumer goods, with strong growth expected in the coming years. At the same time, company valuations in the sector are attractive.
Despite macroeconomic uncertainty, industry activity has remained high in 2024. While most transactions involve Nordic buyers, interest from international investors and companies is growing. There is a growing relative share of financial investors seeking and establishing a foothold within the industry.
Industrial automation remains an attractive investment area, driven by technological innovation, efficiency gains, and increasing demand for automated solutions.
Pricing remains strong within industrial automation, fueled by competition and the strategic value of assets with unique IP or growth potential.ØYVIND HOLTEDAHL, Partner at Oaklins Norway
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