Vaaka Partners

Vaaka Partners Oy is a private equity firm based in Helsinki, Finland, established in 1989. The firm focuses on growth capital and investments in small to lower mid-market buyouts. It specializes in various financing strategies, including management buyouts, bridge financing, and co-investments. Vaaka Partners targets sectors such as healthcare, software as a service (SaaS), manufacturing, information technology, and business products and services, aiming to support the growth and development of companies within these industries.

Olli Autio

Associate

Petrus Blomqvist

Partner

Edward Enckell

Investment Manager

Reijo Gronholm

Partner

Juha Kangas

CFO

Philip Kaustinen

Investment Manager

Jesper Kontinen

Investment Manager

Ville Koskenvuo

Partner

Jarkko Murtoaro

Partner

Juha Peltola

Managing Partner

Ilkka Pentikäinen

Partner

Rasmus Romppanen

Associate

Antti Salmela

Partner

Emma Salmela

Investment Manager

Tuomas Siponen

Partner

Ville Vilkuna

Investment Manager

23 past transactions

Bolt.Works

Acquisition in 2022
Bolt.Works Oy is a technology company focused on transforming staffing in heavy industries such as construction, manufacturing, logistics, and property maintenance. Recently, the company expanded its services to include staffing for the HoReCa sector. Bolt.Works operates a staffing platform that efficiently connects employers with employees, facilitating quick and flexible workforce solutions. The platform supports laborers and job seekers by keeping them informed about job placements and enhancing their visibility in a competitive job market. Based in Finland, Bolt.Works is also planning to extend its operations to additional countries in the near future.

Medbase

Private Equity Round in 2022
Medbase is a company, formed by experts in pharmacotherapy, which produces medical decision support databases for healthcare professionals to safeguard effective and safe clinical use of drugs. Also, patient versions for selected databases are available.

AINS Group

Acquisition in 2020
AINS Group is an open-minded construction design and consultancy firm that helps clients succeed in property and construction projects. In addition to the end result, the road to it is important to AINS Group. Things are done together and better, while challenging the entire industry to modernize. A creative and trusted group of almost 800 experts works on construction management, structural engineering and infrastructure construction projects in 12 offices in Finland and internationally. Well known references include the Tampere Road Tunnel, Naantali CHP power plant, Oulu University Hospital and Kuopio University Hospital.

Staria

Acquisition in 2020
Staria is a service company that specializes in providing comprehensive information systems and financial services tailored for large and medium-sized enterprises. The company offers a range of solutions, including business intelligence software, reporting tools, dashboards, and budgeting services. Staria excels in high-demand scenarios, such as mergers and acquisitions, delivering timely and relevant business intelligence information. Their services extend from system implementation to accounting and payroll, enhanced by modern cloud technology and robotic process automation. By customizing their offerings, Staria aims to meet the specific needs of growth-oriented companies seeking a partner with international expertise and a commitment to exceptional service.

Nordic Healthcare Group

Acquisition in 2018
Nordic Healthcare Group Oy is a consulting firm focused on enhancing healthcare and social welfare services. Established in 2004 and based in Helsinki, with additional offices in Stockholm and Oulu, the company provides a range of services including service process development, logistics optimization, financial management, and governance. It specializes in analytical and data-driven approaches to develop affordable and effective health and social services in Finland, Sweden, and Denmark. Nordic Healthcare Group also offers benchmarking and auditing services to assess productivity, quality, and resource utilization in various healthcare settings. Its clientele includes hospital districts, municipalities, private medical centers, and organizations in health care ICT and technologies, both domestically and internationally. The firm employs over 100 professionals who combine analytics with user-oriented service design to deliver customized solutions that enhance the effectiveness and quality of healthcare systems.

Framery

Acquisition in 2018
Framery is a Finland-based company founded in 2010 by Samu Hällfors, specializing in the manufacturing of soundproof private spaces designed for use in open-plan offices and public areas. The company produces a variety of products, including phone booths and meeting pods that enhance sound privacy. Among its offerings are Framery O, which caters to individual users for calls and video conferences, featuring a table top, air ventilation system, electric socket, and LED lighting for an echo-free environment. Framery Q accommodates two users, providing comfortable accessories for meetings and discussions, along with adjustable tables and lighting. These products enable employees to engage in conversations and focus on tasks without distractions, fulfilling the growing need for privacy in collaborative workspaces.

Jungle Juice Bar

Acquisition in 2017
Jungle Juice Bar is a juice and smoothie bar chain based in Finland, operating 21 locations across nine cities. The company specializes in providing nutritious and naturally flavored beverages, catering to consumers seeking healthy on-the-go meal options. Its retail outlets are strategically situated in various environments, including shopping centers and high-traffic passageways, allowing for convenient access to a range of fruit-based drinks tailored to customer preferences.

Molok

Acquisition in 2016
Molok specializes in manufacturing waste collection and disposal containers designed for urban environments. The company's products enhance the sorting, recycling, and collection of waste, providing clients with a convenient and effective waste management solution. By focusing on modern design and functionality, Molok aims to improve urban waste management practices, facilitating better recycling and sustainability efforts.

Tietokeskus

Acquisition in 2016
Tietokeskus is an IT infrastructure services provider catering to both public and private sector clients, including municipalities, schools, healthcare districts, and universities. Established in the early 1980s, the company originally focused on importing computer games and equipment but quickly recognized a demand for broader IT services. Tietokeskus offers a range of solutions, including computer systems, servers, data centers, video surveillance, smart boards, and data recovery, allowing clients to effectively adopt new technologies while managing costs. The company's net sales grew significantly, reaching €37 million by 2016, with an ambitious goal to expand to €100 million by 2020 through both organic growth and acquisitions.

LTP Logistics

Acquisition in 2016
LTP Logistics Oy, founded in 2010 and based in Vantaa, Finland, specializes in food logistics services. The company provides comprehensive solutions for the order-delivery chain, including storage, transmission, and transportation of temperature-sensitive products across Finland. LTP Logistics focuses on maintaining specific temperature ranges from 0 °C to 3 °C for various food items, which include meat, processed meat, convenience foods, bakery goods, fish, and dairy products.

Unisport Scandinavia

Acquisition in 2015
Unisport Scandinavia AB specializes in the manufacture and marketing of athletic flooring and synthetic grass. The company offers a diverse range of products, including sports flooring for various disciplines, synthetic grass suitable for football, golf, and landscaping, as well as an extensive selection of spectator seating and foldable tribunes for sports facilities. Unisport aims to provide quality solutions that meet the needs of clients in the sports sector, ensuring the availability of essential products for both professional and local sports environments.

Fysios

Acquisition in 2015
Fysios is a nationwide physiotherapy chain based in Finland, dedicated to promoting health and well-being among its clients. The organization operates 52 outlets across 24 locations, employing nearly 400 physiotherapists who provide a range of services. These services include general physiotherapy, maternal and sports physiotherapy, neurological physiotherapy, psychotherapy, postoperative rehabilitation, and occupational therapy. Fysios aims to support individuals in restoring and maintaining their physical health, offering care and guidance not only during treatment visits but also in between, ensuring continuous support for their patients.

Kh-Kiinteistöpalvelut

Acquisition in 2015
Kh-Kiinteistöpalvelut operates as a property maintenance and services group. Kh-real estate services are formed from small local units of real estate services group of companies, which has a strong position in the condominium property services in the metropolitan area.

Sataservice

Acquisition in 2014
Sataservice Oy is an industrial maintenance service provider based in Rauma, Finland, established in 2003. The company specializes in maintenance, equipment modernization, and machining services aimed at enhancing production, energy efficiency, and occupational safety for various industries. Its offerings include automation and electrical system repairs, mechanical servicing, motor installations, and condition monitoring. Sataservice also modernizes harbor cranes, dock cranes, and other industrial equipment, upgrading them with contemporary controls and safety features. Additionally, the company provides machine tooling and planning services, addressing the needs of technology operators across different sectors, including food, marine, and engineering industries. Sataservice caters to a diverse clientele, ranging from large corporations to small and medium-sized enterprises. As of June 2018, Sataservice operates as a subsidiary of Quant Finland Oy.

Produal

Acquisition in 2012
Produal Oy specializes in the development and manufacturing of measurement and control devices tailored for the HVAC sector, focusing on public and commercial buildings. The company provides a range of products including frost protection and fire alarm thermostats, electronic thermostats, various transmitters for air velocity, concentration, differential pressure, humidity, illumination, and water pressure, as well as smoke detectors and electric power controllers. By supplying these essential components, Produal supports its customers in optimizing building automation and enhancing operational efficiency in the ever-evolving landscape of HVAC technology.

Ovenia

Private Equity Round in 2011
The Ovenia Group is Finland’s leading provider of asset, property and facility management services. The group consists of mother company Ovenia Group Ltd, facility management company Ovenia Ltd, property management company Ovenia Isännöinti Ltd as well as real estate consultancy Realprojekti Ltd, which specializes in shopping centres and development projects. Ovenia’s comprehensive service offering covers all sub-areas of real estate asset management and property management. Ovenia has four key strategic business areas: commercial real estate management, business premises management, residential property management and housing services. Ovenia’s main services are leasing (commercial and office premises), property development, shopping centre management, construction and property management services, housing, real estate financial administration and business premises facility management (incl. business parks). With over 30 years of experience in business and commercial premises and over 70 years of experience in residential management, Ovenia is the leading company in its field in Finland. In recognition of its work, Ovenia was the first company in Finland to receive ISO 9001 certification for property management. The Ovenia Group administers a property portfolio amounting to over 10 million square meters across Finland and the Group’s turnover for 2015 was approximately €48 million. The company employs over 500 property professionals in 23 locations.

Nesco

Acquisition in 2011
Nesco Oy, operating under the brand name Vesivek, is a Finnish manufacturer specializing in rainwater systems and roof safety products. Established in 1981 and headquartered in Orimattila, Finland, the company focuses on providing high-quality solutions for professional customers, including the manufacturing and installation of roofing sheets. In 2016, Nesco Oy became a subsidiary of Hämeen Laaturemontti Oy, further enhancing its capabilities in the roofing and construction sector.

Renewa

Acquisition in 2008
Renewa Oy provides combustion solutions for local energy production using biofuels in heat and power plants. It offers bubbling fluidized bed, pellet, grate, and oil and gas boilers. The company also provides services, such as boiler retrofits and renewals, boiler repairs, and life cycle management. In addition, it offers heat and electricity production, and industry solutions. Renewa Oy was founded in 2008 and is based in Vantaa, Finland with additional office locations in Vantaa, Pirkkala, Oulu, and Lapua, Finland; and Paris, France.

Viafin Oy

Private Equity Round in 2006
Viafin Oy is a Finnish company specializing in the development and manufacturing of pulp towers, pressure vessels, and industrial piping assemblies. Established in 2006 and headquartered in Espoo, Finland, with additional offices in Lappeenranta, Teuva, and Kurikka, the company provides a range of products including heat exchangers, LNG storage tanks, large storage tanks, digesters, reactors, and various piping assemblies tailored for the engineering sector. Viafin Oy also offers design and manufacturing services, along with installation and maintenance for clients in the forest, energy, chemical, and metal industries. The company serves leading suppliers of production systems and customers primarily in the energy, pulp and paper, and mining sectors, and has expanded its operations to Sweden and Estonia.
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