Relais Group Fuels Growth with Strategic Share Issue for Major Acquisition
February 15, 2026, 9:38 pm
Relais Group completed a directed share issue of 61,604 new shares. This strategic move backs its group company Team Verkstad's acquisition of Landströms Bygg och Plåt i Gällivare. The transaction strengthens Relais' hold on the Northern European commercial vehicle aftermarket. New shares were officially registered February 12, 2026. Total shares now stand at 18,497,127. Relais Group applied for Nasdaq Helsinki listing. Trading is expected to start on or about February 16, 2026. This action reinforces Relais' growth platform model and active market consolidation strategy across its eight operational countries. It targets vehicle life cycle enhancement.
Relais Group executed a critical share issue. The company issued 61,604 new shares. This move secures funding for a significant acquisition. It supports Relais' ongoing expansion efforts. These new shares are now officially registered. The Finnish Trade Register recorded them on February 12, 2026. This registration finalizes a key corporate action.
The total number of Relais Group shares has increased. It now stands at 18,497,127 shares. This expansion of share capital is notable. Relais Group has requested listing of these new shares. They will trade on the main market of Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd. Trading is anticipated to commence swiftly. Investors can expect activity around February 16, 2026. This listing process is standard for such transactions.
This share issue directly relates to a strategic acquisition. Relais Group's subsidiary, Team Verkstad, acquired Landströms Bygg och Plåt i Gällivare. Landströms specializes in construction and sheet metal work. This acquisition enhances Team Verkstad’s capabilities. It broadens Relais Group’s service offerings. The acquisition itself was completed on February 2, 2026. This followed an initial announcement in December 2025.
The share issue's specifics reveal its design. It was a directed share issue. This means shares went to a specific party. LBP Invest AB was the recipient. They were the seller of Landströms. This payment method aligns interests. It integrates the seller into Relais Group's future. The purchase price component for shares was SEK 11.0 million. This amount was converted to euros.
Each new share carried a subscription price. The price was EUR 16.9724 per share. This figure reflected a volume-weighted average. It was based on Nasdaq Helsinki trading. The period covered twenty trading days. This calculation ensured fair market value. The proceeds from these shares fuel Relais' invested unrestricted equity fund. This strengthens the company's financial base.
The strategic rationale is clear. Relais Group aims for business development. The share issue fosters this objective. It also commits key personnel from the acquired company. This ensures continuity and expertise. Such commitment is vital for successful integrations. This structure serves a weighty financial purpose. It directly facilitates the acquisition.
A transfer restriction applies to the new shares. The seller, LBP Invest AB, faces limitations. Fifty percent of the shares are restricted for 12 months. The remaining fifty percent are restricted for 18 months. This lock-up period ensures stability. It prevents immediate market volatility. It demonstrates long-term commitment. Customary exceptions apply.
Relais Group operates as a leading market consolidator. Its focus is the commercial vehicle aftermarket. This includes Northern Europe. The company is a proven acquisition platform. It targets vehicle life cycle enhancement services. This niche market offers significant growth. Relais actively seeks companies with strategic fit. It drives consolidation in its operational areas.
Relais boasts strong financial performance. Net sales in 2024 reached EUR 322.6 million. This shows substantial growth from EUR 284.3 million in 2023. Such figures highlight robust market activity. The company made seven acquisitions in 2025 alone. This aggressive strategy defines its expansion. Relais continually seeks new opportunities.
The group employs a vast professional workforce. Approximately 1,700 professionals contribute to its success. They operate across eight different countries. This geographic spread underscores its regional dominance. Relais Group is a profitable entity. It maintains a strong trajectory. Its shares trade on Nasdaq Helsinki. The stock symbol is RELAIS.
This latest share issue reinforces Relais Group’s strategy. It underscores a commitment to inorganic growth. The company builds value through targeted acquisitions. It consolidates a fragmented market. This approach delivers consistent expansion. Relais remains a significant player. Its influence in the Northern European commercial vehicle aftermarket continues to grow.
The company's platform model proves effective. It integrates new businesses efficiently. This fosters synergy across its operations. Landströms Bygg och Plåt i Gällivare now joins this growing ecosystem. Its specialized services will complement existing offerings. This expansion promises enhanced service capabilities. It strengthens Relais’ competitive edge.
Investors watch Relais Group closely. Its consistent growth makes it attractive. The company demonstrates strategic foresight. It manages complex integrations well. The directed share issue is a testament to this capability. It funds expansion while aligning stakeholder interests. Relais Group's future trajectory appears robust. Its market footprint expands steadily.
Relais Group executed a critical share issue. The company issued 61,604 new shares. This move secures funding for a significant acquisition. It supports Relais' ongoing expansion efforts. These new shares are now officially registered. The Finnish Trade Register recorded them on February 12, 2026. This registration finalizes a key corporate action.
The total number of Relais Group shares has increased. It now stands at 18,497,127 shares. This expansion of share capital is notable. Relais Group has requested listing of these new shares. They will trade on the main market of Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd. Trading is anticipated to commence swiftly. Investors can expect activity around February 16, 2026. This listing process is standard for such transactions.
This share issue directly relates to a strategic acquisition. Relais Group's subsidiary, Team Verkstad, acquired Landströms Bygg och Plåt i Gällivare. Landströms specializes in construction and sheet metal work. This acquisition enhances Team Verkstad’s capabilities. It broadens Relais Group’s service offerings. The acquisition itself was completed on February 2, 2026. This followed an initial announcement in December 2025.
The share issue's specifics reveal its design. It was a directed share issue. This means shares went to a specific party. LBP Invest AB was the recipient. They were the seller of Landströms. This payment method aligns interests. It integrates the seller into Relais Group's future. The purchase price component for shares was SEK 11.0 million. This amount was converted to euros.
Each new share carried a subscription price. The price was EUR 16.9724 per share. This figure reflected a volume-weighted average. It was based on Nasdaq Helsinki trading. The period covered twenty trading days. This calculation ensured fair market value. The proceeds from these shares fuel Relais' invested unrestricted equity fund. This strengthens the company's financial base.
The strategic rationale is clear. Relais Group aims for business development. The share issue fosters this objective. It also commits key personnel from the acquired company. This ensures continuity and expertise. Such commitment is vital for successful integrations. This structure serves a weighty financial purpose. It directly facilitates the acquisition.
A transfer restriction applies to the new shares. The seller, LBP Invest AB, faces limitations. Fifty percent of the shares are restricted for 12 months. The remaining fifty percent are restricted for 18 months. This lock-up period ensures stability. It prevents immediate market volatility. It demonstrates long-term commitment. Customary exceptions apply.
Relais Group operates as a leading market consolidator. Its focus is the commercial vehicle aftermarket. This includes Northern Europe. The company is a proven acquisition platform. It targets vehicle life cycle enhancement services. This niche market offers significant growth. Relais actively seeks companies with strategic fit. It drives consolidation in its operational areas.
Relais boasts strong financial performance. Net sales in 2024 reached EUR 322.6 million. This shows substantial growth from EUR 284.3 million in 2023. Such figures highlight robust market activity. The company made seven acquisitions in 2025 alone. This aggressive strategy defines its expansion. Relais continually seeks new opportunities.
The group employs a vast professional workforce. Approximately 1,700 professionals contribute to its success. They operate across eight different countries. This geographic spread underscores its regional dominance. Relais Group is a profitable entity. It maintains a strong trajectory. Its shares trade on Nasdaq Helsinki. The stock symbol is RELAIS.
This latest share issue reinforces Relais Group’s strategy. It underscores a commitment to inorganic growth. The company builds value through targeted acquisitions. It consolidates a fragmented market. This approach delivers consistent expansion. Relais remains a significant player. Its influence in the Northern European commercial vehicle aftermarket continues to grow.
The company's platform model proves effective. It integrates new businesses efficiently. This fosters synergy across its operations. Landströms Bygg och Plåt i Gällivare now joins this growing ecosystem. Its specialized services will complement existing offerings. This expansion promises enhanced service capabilities. It strengthens Relais’ competitive edge.
Investors watch Relais Group closely. Its consistent growth makes it attractive. The company demonstrates strategic foresight. It manages complex integrations well. The directed share issue is a testament to this capability. It funds expansion while aligning stakeholder interests. Relais Group's future trajectory appears robust. Its market footprint expands steadily.