Hasko becomes new majority owner in Exit Zone ApS – a leading provider of safety lighting in Denmark

Exit Zone was founded in 2007 and has established itself as the leading partner for installers of safety and emergency lighting products and solutions. The company offers, among other things, central systems, emergency luminaires, exit signs, batteries, and other components for safety lighting, along with a high degree of technical expertise and service. The company has 15 employees and annual sales of approximately 50 MSEK with good profitability.  

Following the transaction, the previous owners – Anders Kvistborg, Jan Juhler and Søren Vidamo Petersen – remain as significant minority shareholders and will continue to lead the company operationally.
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"Having Hasko as a majority owner means a strong partner and a clear commitment to Exit Zone’s future. With Hasko’s support, we can accelerate our growth, future-proof the company, and strengthen our position in the Danish safety lighting market." says Anders Kvistborg, CEO of Exit Zone ApS.
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Hasko’s CEO Joakim Tengzelius comments: "Exit Zone is a very impressive company with deep industry expertise, a long and solid history, and a leading position in the Danish niche market for safety lighting. We see strong potential in jointly developing the company, strengthening its offering, and creating value for both customers and suppliers."
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This is Hasko’s first acquisition in Denmark and is fully aligned with Hasko’s strategy of investing in profitable, growing product companies in the Nordics with sustainable competitive advantages.

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About Exit Zone ApS

Exit Zone is a leading Danish provider of products and solutions for safety and emergency lighting. The company has 15 employees and operates from Vojens, Denmark. For more information, visit www.exitzone.dk.
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About Hasko Invest AB (publ)

Hasko was founded in 2021 and makes selective investments in growing, profitable, and niche product companies in the Nordics. The company’s vision is to be the natural choice for entrepreneurs and business owners seeking a long-term ownership partner. The company is headquartered in Stockholm. For more information, visit www.hasko.com.

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