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Swegon acquires the HC Groep

SWEDEN/NETHERLANDS: Swegon has acquired the Dutch indoor climate technology company HC Groep.

Founded in 1995, HC Groep has been owned by Gilde Equity Management since 2020. The company operates 10 business brands covering the entire building’s indoor climate systems, including building automation. These include Rosenberg Ventilators & Climate Technology, Inatherm and Barcol-Air. 

The company has 386 employees, with the head office and production in Waalwijk, Netherlands. Net sales in 2023 were €106.4m.  

“HC Groep have a broad product and solutions offering as well as commercial relationships throughout the value chain in the Dutch market, one of the most progressive markets when it comes to sustainable buildings,” said Andreas Örje Wellstam, CEO at Swegon Group. “HC Groep are engaged in both new build and renovation projects and we are glad to have partnered with such an accomplished leader in this field.”  

HC Groep will continue to operate in the Dutch market under their own name and under the current leadership. 

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