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Karlshamns

FoodTech·Sweden·Exited 2005·Held 11yr
Entry
1994
Hold
11yr
Exit
2005

Who owns Karlshamns?

Karlshamns is a Swedish FoodTech company, now owned by Aarhus United, which acquired it in 2005 from Nordic Capital.

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Nordic Capital
Investor
Nordic Capital
Nordic Capital (early funds) · 1991 · Buyout

Key facts

HQSweden
SectorFoodTech
StatusAcquired
Exit Type
Trade Sale
Buyer
Aarhus United
Exit Year
2005

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Questions

Who owns Karlshamns?

Karlshamns is now owned by Aarhus United, which acquired it in 2005 from Nordic Capital.

When did Aarhus United acquire Karlshamns?

Aarhus United acquired Karlshamns in 2005, buying from Nordic Capital.

Who did Karlshamns sell to?

Nordic Capital sold Karlshamns to Aarhus United in 2005 (Trade Sale).

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