Nomo Group, part of the global industrial group Axel Johnson International, announces the strategic acquisition of Finnish sealing specialist Top-Osa. The acquisition aligns with Nomo’s strategy of growing within sealing technology. Holding a unique position in the market, Top-Osa is renowned for its highly competent people with in-depth product knowledge and strong production capacity.
Located in Tampere, Top-Osa is positioned as a leading seals expert on the Finnish market, known for its product offering and ability to meet specific customer demand. Founded in 1982 and managed by its current owners since 2010, the company is recognized for its reliability, flexibility and quick deliveries. Top-Osa specializes in providing both standardized and customized seals, utilizing the highest-class raw materials and an extensive quality assurance system. Thanks to skilled staff with deep technical knowledge, Top-Osa has built strong, long-lasting customer relationships over time, establishing themselves as a trusted sealing partner.
“Top-Osa is a highly synergetic fit to Nomo Group as we share the same values and vision for future growth and development. The acquisition delivers additional value for our OEM and MRO customers, by providing an expanded product range and improved technical knowledge. I am very happy to welcome Top-Osa to our group,“ says Henrik Walter, CEO of Nomo Group.
The sealing segment has been identified as an area with great growth potential and this strategic move by Nomo Group enhance the sealing offering across the Nordics. As two highly complementary businesses, Top-Osa brings production capacity and competence to Nomo’s broad customer base. Top-Osa will maintain its current management, continuing to offer a high level of service and expertise.
“We are excited to join forces with Nomo Group and become part of Axel Johnson International, it is a perfect fit to our culture and way of doing things. We have a long-standing and strong relationship with Nomo Group and know how well they treat their customers and personnel, which made the decision easy,” says Kalle Tuominen, CEO of Top-Osa.
Nomo is a technical solution provider to the industry, with operations in Sweden, Finland, Denmark, Norway and China. The company was founded in 1948 and has since then developed a strong offer in bearings, transmissions, seals and related services in the Nordic market. Nomo supplies products and services to both OEM and MRO customers. The company has more than 180 employees and annual sales of approximately SEK 850 million.
Nomo is part of Axel Johnson International, a privately owned Swedish industrial group of more than 150 companies in 30 countries. Axel Johnson International drives business development and growth through a long-term approach to ownership in strategic niche markets, primarily technical components, and solutions for industrial processes.