Who is Karnell?

We are a listed industrial group with perpetual ownership horizon. Together with our companies, we create a stable environment for businesses to grow.

Why sell to Karnell?

We understand entrepreneurs and family businesses. With our decentralised model, we preserve what makes each company unique.

Entrepreneurs tell their stories

Karnell supported us through the ownership transition and gave us the means to continue growing.

Long-term owner of niched industrial technology companies

>1 400

MSEK REVENUE

~700

EMPLOYEES IN THE GROUP

18

portfolio companies in the group

Why They Chose Karnell

Selling a company is often one of the biggest decisions in an entrepreneur’s life. For many, it’s not just about the price – it’s about the future of their customers, employees, and the business they have carefully built.

Here, some of the entrepreneurs and owners we have worked with share why they chose to sell to Karnell. What considerations did they have? How did they feel about the process? And what proved to be the decisive factor in choosing a new owner?

Whether you’re considering a full or partial sale of your company, we hope their stories can offer insight into how an ownership transition can be carried out with respect, long-term perspective, and a shared belief in the future.