Reference – 18.8.2026

Axel Johnson International’s Driveline Solutions acquires Konehuolto Happonen Oy through Trans-Auto AB

We are pleased to announce that Axel Johnson International AB’s business group Driveline Solutions has successfully acquired Konehuolto Happonen Oy through its group company Trans-Auto AB. The acquisition strengthens Driveline Solutions’ aftermarket position and supports Trans-Auto AB’s business operations in Finland. Procopé & Hornborg provided legal advisory support to Axel Johnson International throughout the transaction.

Axel Johnson International is a privately owned Swedish industrial group operating globally. The group has a dedicated long-term approach to ownership, emphasizing sustainable progress and collaboration. Trans-Auto AB is a leading provider of driveline solutions for off-highway, marine and industrial applications in the Nordic and Baltic markets. Konehuolto Happonen Oy is a specialized provider of aftermarket services for off-highway machinery.

Procopé & Hornborg’s core transaction team consisted of Petri Kyllönen, Saga Lamminsivu, Lauri Saarelainen and Roosa Romppanen.