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Boforsstiftelsen
Boforsstiftelsen was established in the early 1990s after restructuring of defense activities around Karlskoga. Georg Andrén and Lena Rådström Baastad...
Overview
Boforsstiftelsen was established in the early 1990s after restructuring of defense activities around Karlskoga. Georg Andrén and Lena Rådström Baastad maintain oversight through their positions as regional governors. The foundation commits capital to growth companies in Karlskoga, Degerfors, Kristinehamn and Storfors. Investments take the form of equity, convertibles or options. Confirmed partners include Almi Värmland and Länsförsäkringar Bergslagen on regional projects. Activity centers on Sweden with no disclosed positions outside the country. No headcount or AUM figures appear in available records. The foundation holds an adjungerad board seat at Västra Bergslagens Industriförening through Ingemar Jonsson. Related vehicles include Stiftelsen Bofors ungdomsgård and the vessel M/S Marianne on Lake Vänern. Governance ties to county governors create a direct link between public administration and investment decisions.
General information
Firm type
Endowment / Foundation
Year founded
1990
Location
Region
Europe
Country
Sweden
City
Karlskoga
Corporate office
Karlskoga, Sweden
Principals
Georg Andrén
Governor of Värmland
Lena Rådström Baastad
Governor of Örebro
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at Boforsstiftelsen?
Georg Andrén and Lena Rådström Baastad hold oversight through their roles as governors of Värmland and Örebro.
What investment sizes does Boforsstiftelsen target?
The foundation provides 0.1-3.0 million SEK in equity, convertibles or options to companies with lower turnover.
Which co-investors does Boforsstiftelsen work with?
Almi Värmland and Länsförsäkringar Bergslagen appear as frequent partners on regional projects.
Where does Boforsstiftelsen focus its capital?
Investments target growth companies in the municipalities of Karlskoga, Degerfors, Kristinehamn and Storfors.
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