On 6 October 2026, Dacke Industri acquired 80% of the shares in Inlead Automation AB, a Swedish company specialising in industrial automation solutions that help manufacturers increase productivity, flexibility and operational efficiency. The acquisition of Inlead Automation is a strategic step in strengthening Dacke Industri’s position within industrial automation.

Inlead Automation will become part of the Precision & Protection division, where the company’s strong market position, scalable offering and growing aftermarket business will further strengthen Dacke Industri’s offering within industrial automation and create new opportunities for collaboration, development and long-term growth across the Group.

Inlead Automation develops and delivers standardised and modular automation solutions for CNC machine tending and other applications within the manufacturing industry. In addition to its automation solutions, the company provides aftermarket services, spare parts, service agreements and training to a growing installed base of industrial customers. The company is headquartered in Anderstorp in Småland, Sweden, employs about 30 people and has annual turnover of about SEK 72 million.

“We have been looking for a partner that shares our long-term perspective, entrepreneurial approach and commitment to sustainable development. With Dacke Industri as majority owner, we gain access to expertise, networks and experience that will support our continued growth, while maintaining our strong focus on our customers, employees and operations in Anderstorp,” says Tommy Strand, CEO and co-owner of Inlead Automation AB.

“We are pleased to welcome Inlead Automation to our division Precision & Protection. The company adds valuable capabilities within automation and manufacturing technology and complements our existing operations well. Together, we see strong opportunities for collaboration, knowledge sharing and continued development across the division,” says Kenneth Carlsson, President Precision and Protection of Dacke Industri and Chairman of Inlead Automation AB.

“Inlead Automation is a strong company with a proven business model, an attractive aftermarket offering and great growth potential. The acquisition strengthens our position within industrial automation and supports our ambition to continue building a stronger and more international industrial group,” says Lars Fredin, Group CEO of Dacke Industri.

This is Dacke Industri

Dacke Industri is a long-term owner that develops and invests in innovative technology companies, with a particular focus on customised components and systems. We contribute industrial expertise and a strong network while maintaining an entrepreneurial environment within our companies. The companies enjoy a high degree of autonomy and are operated according to a decentralised business model. Our companies have their own products or systems with a strong technical focus, development- and design expertise, and quality execution. The companies use existing platforms for innovation and work towards environmentally sustainable products and production.

Dacke Industri is owned by Nordstjernan since January 2016.

Today Dacke Industri has 36 subsidiaries within 4 divisions, over 2000 employees worldwide, and net sales of SEK 5 billion.

For more information, please contact:

Kenneth Carlsson
President Precision and Protection
Dacke Industri
+ 46 70 885 03 16 kenneth.carlsson@dackeindustri.com

Tommy Strand
CEO
Inlead Automation AB
+46 72 519 84 00 tommy.strand@inlead.se

Lars Fredin
Group CEO
Dacke Industri
+46 70 770 71 00 lars.fredin@dackeindustri.com

Camilla Quist
Group Communication and Administration Manager
Dacke Industri
+46 70 590 03 70 camilla.quist@dackeindustri.com

From the left in the image: Lars Fredin Group CEO of Dacke Industri, Tommy Strand CEO and co-owner of Inlead Automation AB, Ola Carlström co-owner of Inlead Automation AB, Mikael Hansch co-owner of Inlead Automation AB, Jonas Bülow co-owner of Inlead Automation AB, Kenneth Carlsson President Precision and Protection of Dacke Industri and Chairman of Inlead Automation AB.