Helmet Capital

Helmet Capital is a private equity firm based in Helsinki, Finland, founded in 1998. The firm specializes in making direct majority investments in small and medium-sized Finnish enterprises across various sectors, including life sciences, retail, services, and information technology. Owned by Finnish partners, Helmet Capital manages investments on behalf of private individuals, family businesses, and institutional investors associated with the targeted companies. The firm has a team of ten private equity professionals and four advisors, bringing a wealth of experience from leadership roles in Finnish industry, management consulting, and investment banking. With a history of managing four funds, one of which remains active, Helmet Capital is committed to fostering growth in the Finnish business landscape.

Ahonen, Sampo

Partner

Timo Hyvönen

Partner

Kulmala, Pentti

Partner

Pauli Kulvik

Partner

Robin Myntti

Associate

Stefan Tornqvist

Partner

35 past transactions

CTS Engtec

Acquisition in 2017
CTS Engtec Oy provides engineering, project management, and consulting services to the process industry. The company offers basic and detailed engineering, energy and material efficiency auditing, environmental and water technology, maintenance, permitting, pre-feasibility and feasibility studies, profitability calculations, project management, site services, and cable and fiber network services.

Asennusliike Lahtinen

Acquisition in 2017
Asennusliike Lahtinen Oy is a Finnish company based in Tampere, specializing in the construction of service stations. Founded in 1978 and still family-owned, the company has over four decades of experience in the industry. It offers a comprehensive range of services, including the planning, supply, and installation of modern service stations, as well as traditional construction and soil cleaning work. With a team of 34 skilled professionals, Asennusliike Lahtinen has successfully completed numerous projects, including international ventures in Russia, Poland, and the Baltic countries. The company is recognized for its expertise in fuel distribution station construction, contributing to a robust network of fuel and service stations across Finland.

OTSO Metsapalvelut

Acquisition in 2016
OTSO Metsapalvelut specializes in forest management and conservation services aimed at enhancing the value of Finnish forests. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services for timberland owners, including forest management planning, environmental management, and forest asset management. Additionally, OTSO provides support in land-sale planning, road planning, and replanting and fertilizing services. Through these offerings, OTSO aims to simplify and improve the forestry experience for its clients, ensuring their needs are met effectively and efficiently.

Citywork

Acquisition in 2016
Citywork is a human resources management consulting firm based in Helsinki, Finland, dedicated to providing work-friendly solutions for Finnish companies and communities. The company focuses on enhancing employee skills, motivation, and rewards, aiming to help both clients and their workforce thrive. By digitizing and streamlining human resource processes, Citywork seeks to eliminate inefficiencies and improve competitive advantage for businesses. The firm is committed to fostering a productive environment where employees can develop professionally and contribute positively to their organizations.

Turvakolmio

Acquisition in 2016
Turvakolmio Ltd is a security company established in 1993, specializing in the contracting and engineering of security systems throughout Finland, with a primary focus on the Helsinki metropolitan area. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including the development and integration of security technology systems and locking services. Turvakolmio aims to provide tailored solutions that align with the specific needs and security requirements of its customers. With a foundation built on expertise and reliability, the company fosters long-term relationships with its clientele by delivering effective electronic safety engineering systems and facilitating the installation of alarm devices.

Chipsters

Acquisition in 2015
Chipsters Food Oy is a professional kitchen service provider specializing in high-quality fresh fish and a variety of fish products. The company produces and supplies processed fish, meat, vegetables, dairy, and bakery products, as well as eggs and other consumer-packaged items. By focusing on fresh aquatic products, Chipsters aims to meet the needs of retail clients and facilitate the preparation of diverse recipes, ensuring that consumers have access to quality non-vegetarian food options.

Seasam

Acquisition in 2013
Seasam is a Finnish supplier of digital signage solutions, specializing in both digital signage and Info TV services. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including consultancy, installations, content creation, media selection, and outdoor advertising. By providing these services, Seasam aims to enhance the effectiveness of digital advertising in various settings across Finland.

Victorius

Acquisition in 2013
Victorius Oy is a Nordic-based manufacturer specializing in reinforced plastic products. The company offers a diverse range of items, including trailer canopies, pallet truck roofs, boats, canoes, hot tubs, and fountains, along with various custom plastic products. By providing both its own products and subcontracting services, Victorius enables clients to create durable plastic items suitable for numerous applications.

Suomen Levyprofiili

Acquisition in 2012
Suomen Levyprofiili Oy, established in 1998, is a prominent Finnish manufacturer specializing in the design, assembly, and production of highly refined sheet metal structures. The company has gained recognition for its technological competence and has made significant investments in modern manufacturing technologies, which have contributed to its rapid growth and expansion within the industry. Catering to an international clientele, Suomen Levyprofiili Oy focuses on delivering high-quality sheet metal structures and assemblies, establishing itself as a key player in the market.

Eximia Business Intelligence

Acquisition in 2011
Eximia Business Intelligence is a consulting and services firm that specializes in providing process consulting, business intelligence, operational excellence, and outsourcing solutions for companies of all sizes, both in Finland and internationally. The firm offers a range of services, including professional body shopping, project delivery, and black box development, aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and market performance for its clients. By leveraging its expertise, Eximia helps organizations improve their processes and systems, enabling them to attract more customers and achieve greater success in their respective industries.

A.Kasten

Acquisition in 2011
A.Kasten is produces fresh meats from pork, beef and chicken. The company offers meat processing services.

Viikinkiravintola Harald

Acquisition in 2010
Viikinkiravintola Harald Oy is a leading food and drink restaurant in Finland. The restaurants are located in Helsinki, Espoo, Oulu, Turku, Tampere, Lahti, Kuopio and Jyväskylä. Harald's restaurants offer plenty of meals for the best of the northern forests, waters, air and land. A hearty service and Harald's delicious cuisine in the unique atmosphere of the restaurant make for a delightful dining experience.

Cymbet

Series C in 2010
Cymbet develops market eco-friendly, biocompatible rechargeable solid state batteries that provide electronic systems designers with new embedded power capabilities. Cymbet’s EnerChip batteries allow new concepts in energy storage application for ICs and new products for medical, sensor, RFID, industrial control, communications, and portable electronic devices. Their new single chip Power Management Real-Time Clock (PMRTC) device is a world class device and among the lowest power RTCs in the industry.

Majava Group

Acquisition in 2010
Majava Group Oy is a Finnish company based in Sastamala, specializing in the manufacture and delivery of passenger car and boat trailers. Founded in 1990, the company has established itself as a key player in the trailer manufacturing industry within Finland. Its focus on quality and reliability has enabled Majava Group to cater effectively to the needs of its customers in the automotive and boating sectors.

Pesmel

Acquisition in 2008
Pesmel is globally operating supplier of highly automated internal logistic, storing (AS/RS) and packing systems for the metal, paper and converting industries. We design our customers the best suitable logistical solution to boost the entire mill efficiency and we deliver high performance equipment with full control systems.

SafeGo Oy

Acquisition in 2008
SafeGo Oy is manufactures and markets grating products.

Hyrles

Acquisition in 2007
Hyrles is contract manufacturer and partner who provides both part-manufacturing and larger delivery to its customers cost-effectively, reliably and competently. Our production covers both mechanics, electronics and electromechanical assemblies both individually and together. We get all the necessary services from one roof. We are a modern and reliable contract manufacturing partner. We have years of experience in demanding projects as well.

Winestate

Acquisition in 2006
Winestate Oy is a private company established in 2006, specializing in the import and marketing of high-quality wines. The company collaborates closely with renowned international brands to enhance their sales and reputation within the Finnish market. Winestate offers a diverse selection of premium wines from across all continents and provides wholesale customers with opportunities to partner with top-selling vineyards. By leveraging an extensive network of partners and strong expertise in the wine industry, Winestate ensures excellent service and reliable deliveries in all aspects of wine procurement and serving, catering to both the Finnish domestic and Baltic duty-free markets.

Tomi-Steel

Acquisition in 2006
Tomi-Steel Oy manufactures and fabricates industrial pipes. Its products include pipe racks, prefabricated pipes, pressure vessels, and pump modules. The company also provides cutting, bending pipes, and welding services for various applications, including power, offshore and petrochemical, pulp and paper, shipbuilding, and pharmaceutical industries.

Tikli Group

Acquisition in 2005
Tikli Group Oy provides aluminium stepladders and steel roof safety products. It offers household and professional stepladders; extension ladders and conversion kits; and folding and fire escape ladders. The company also provides warehouse steps, heavy duty step stools, telescopic ladders, and small rack steps; and jetty steps, well ladders, and vehicle ladders.

Elektromet Yhtiot

Acquisition in 2004
Elektromet Yhtiot manufactures fabricated structural metal and steel or other metal products for structural purposes.

Meptek

Acquisition in 2004
Meptek is manufactures ventilation systems for dwellings, business premises, schools, day-care centers, and industrial premises. It offers heat recovery equipment, roof fans, cooker hoods, ventilation control units, valves/fans, sound attenuators, hoods for blocks of flats, and roof penetrations. The company sells its products through HVAC wholesale dealers and stores, and DIY shops.

IVK-Tuote

Acquisition in 2003
IVK-Tuote is engages in the manufacture and sale of sound attenuators, dampers, and cleaning doors for air handling systems in Finland. Its products include sound attenuators with baffles for rectangular ducts, cleaning doors for round and rectangular ducts, sound attenuators for round ducts, UVD sound attenuating exhaust diffusers, and round modular ducts and duct parts. The company serves contractors, wholesalers, industries, planning/design/engineering offices, and marine and offshore businesses.

Termorak

Acquisition in 2003
Termorak Oy specializes in providing refractory and acid-resistant products and services across multiple industries. The company offers a comprehensive range of services for turnkey projects, which includes engineering and design, material supply, installation, supervision, and dry-out services. Additionally, Termorak provides expertise in refractory engineering, lining design, material sourcing, and inspections, ensuring high standards in installation and maintenance services. By focusing on these specialized offerings, Termorak supports its clients in achieving efficient and durable solutions for their industrial needs.

Tenava paivakodit

Venture Round in 2002
Tenava paivakodit specializes in child care services, operating a network of day care centers that cater to infants and children. The company focuses on supporting families by offering comprehensive child care solutions. In addition to its core services, Tenava paivakodit provides catering services, emphasizing the importance of nutrition by offering snacks and meals that meet the specific dietary needs of children.

Nordic Shelter Solutions

Acquisition in 2002
Nordic Shelter Solutions is a leading Nordic supplier of shelter solutions such as halls and tarpaulins. The company’s customers are found in the building and industrial sectors. NSS Group offers a modern and flexible range of products designed for the harsh Nordic climate and an international concept for logistics and procurement.

Silver-Boats

Acquisition in 2002
The first Silver boats saw the light of day in the early 1990s, when five ambitious men decided to fulfill their lifelong dream and began designing and manufacturing durable, practical and safe motorboats with an appealing design, especially well-suited for the harsh conditions of Northern Europe. Since then the model range has grown and developed at a fast pace, and today the range consists of 13 different motorboats. Our Silver boats are just as well suited for day cruising on the lake and for various watersports, as they are for transporting people and goods or for recreational fishing. The boats are designed with the end consumer in focus, and we strive to be the enabler that lets you pursue your dreams - no matter what you choose to use your boat for.

Kultajousi

Venture Round in 2001
Kultajousi retails jewelry and related products. It offers a wide range of excerpts from wedding rings and diamond jewelry to fashionable wrist watches. Kultajousi was founded in 1967.

Hämeen Teräsrakenne

Acquisition in 2000
Hämeen Teräsrakenne is a metal construction company that specializes in building renovation. The company also develops balconies and elevator shafts for Finnish and western European markets. HTR’s products include different kinds of stairs based on combinations of steel, timber, and mosaic-concrete. It also manufactures balustrades, industrial halls, staircase rooms, and other building units based on Steel.

Markantalo

Acquisition in 2000
Markantalo was a Finnish retailer specializing in home technology and consumer electronics, established in 1978 in Ylästö, Vantaa. The company focused on providing a diverse range of products, including domestic appliances, health and wellness devices, phones and GPS units, as well as digital photography equipment and TV and audio products. Markantalo operated primarily as an online retailer, catering to the needs of Finnish consumers in the home technology sector.

Nokian Capacitors

Acquisition in 2000
Nokian Capacitors is provides energy saving solutions and power improvement solutions using reactive power compensation and harmonic filtering. The company offers solutions that will help its clients to improve the quality of the electrical power used, to reduce overall power consumption, to avoid the need for oversized power systems, and to eliminate disturbances. The flagship solutions provided by the company include low voltage capacitor units, high voltage capacitors, reactors, and compensation systems.

Sisu Axles

Acquisition in 1999
Sisu Axles is engages in the design, manufacture, and supply of axles and other components for trucks and industrial vehicles to customers worldwide. It specializes in heavy-duty truck axles primarily planetary reduction axles. The company provides axles to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in heavy-duty truck, military, container handling, special vehicle, and industrial sectors; and aftermarket spare parts, such as axles, bearing kits, brake parts, and carriers through OEMs and dealers.
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