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Elekta AB
Elekta AB is a Swedish medical technology company that develops radiation therapy equipment for cancer treatment.
Elekta AB
Elekta AB was founded in 1972 by Lars-Olof Brilioth and others as a medical technology firm focused on radiation oncology. The company went public in 1994 and is listed on the Nasdaq Stockholm exchange. Its core products include the Elekta Unity MR-linac, a hybrid radiotherapy and MRI system, and the Leksell Gamma Knife for brain surgery. Elekta's strategy centers on internal product development and clinical partnerships, such as a collaboration with Philips Healthcare for Unity (per Elekta, 2018). Geographically, Elekta generates revenue from Europe, North America, and Asia, with over 40% of sales outside Europe (per Elekta annual report, 2025). The company employs roughly 4,500 people and maintains R&D centers in Sweden, the UK, and China. In May 2025, Elekta announced a EUR 50 million investment in a new manufacturing facility in Stockholm to expand production capacity (per Elekta press release, May 2025). Elekta is structured as a publicly traded company, not a family office or asset manager, meaning its capital is deployed solely into its medical device operations. Unlike private investment firms, Elekta's governance follows Swedish corporate law with a board elected by shareholders, and its financial reports are public. This operating company model separates it from any wealth management or family office functions.
General information
Firm type
other
Year founded
1972
AUM
Undisclosed
Location
Region
Europe
Country
Sweden
City
Stockholm
Corporate office
Stockholm, Sweden
Principals
Lars-Olof Brilioth
CEO
Mikael Bäck
CFO
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Is Elekta AB an investment firm or family office?
No. Elekta AB is a publicly traded medical technology company that designs and sells radiation therapy equipment. It is not structured as a family office, asset manager, or any form of investment vehicle.
What does Elekta AB actually do?
Elekta develops and markets radiation therapy solutions, including linear accelerators (Linacs), treatment planning software, and the Gamma Knife for brain surgery. Its devices are used in over 6,000 hospitals worldwide (per Elekta website, 2026).
Is Elekta AB related to the Elekta Foundation or a family office?
The Elekta Foundation is an independent charitable entity unrelated to the company's operations. There is no public evidence of a family office managing wealth from the company's founders or shareholders.
Who runs Elekta AB?
The CEO is Lars-Olof Brilioth, and the CFO is Mikael Bäck. The board of directors includes members such as Johan Malmquist and Carina Olson (per Elekta investor relations, 2025).
Where is Elekta AB headquartered?
Elekta's global headquarters is in Stockholm, Sweden, with additional offices in over 40 countries including the US, UK, China, and Japan.
How does Elekta AB deploy its capital?
Elekta reinvests capital into R&D, manufacturing expansion, and strategic partnerships. It does not make external investments or manage outside capital.
What are Elekta AB's main competitors?
Elekta competes with Varian Medical Systems (part of Siemens Healthineers), Accuray, and other radiation therapy equipment manufacturers.
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