ABB has entered into an agreement to acquire marine automation firm Høglund, headquartered in Tønsberg, Norway.
The acquisition is expected to complement ABB’s existing automation capabilities for marine customers and support further growth across a wide range of vessel segments.
The transaction is planned to close in the third quarter of 2026, subject to customary regulatory approvals. Høglund, which is currently owned by Eitzen Group, will be integrated into ABB’s Marine & Ports division. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
The deal will cover Høglund’s global operations, including more than 80 employees across Norway, Poland, Romania, and China.
“Høglund’s marine automation portfolio will complement ABB’s existing offering with proven and scalable solutions that support our growth ambitions,” said Rune Braastad, President of ABB’s Marine & Ports division.
“Combined with our global reach and service capabilities, we have a great foundation for continued success. We look forward to welcoming Høglund’s highly competent people to join us at ABB.”
Høglund offers an Integrated Automation System (IAS) based on ABB’s 800M and S800 control system hardware platform, a modular and scalable system that handles automation, monitoring, and control tasks on board.
Combining data from engines, power generators, and cargo systems, the platform is currently installed on more than 600 vessels. The company reported revenues of close to €30 million in 2025.
“This is a significant new chapter for our people and technologies. Høglund’s story is one of dedication and passion for the marine industry, and we are proud of the expertise and experience we have cultivated and the solutions we have built. Our system is based on ABB technology, and we look forward to joining ABB and continuing to advance marine automation for the benefit of customers,” said Peter Morsbach, Chief Executive Officer of Høglund.
