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We have a new identity for the Atlas Copco Group

The Atlas Copco Group logo on a white background

We have a new identity for the Atlas Copco Group

The Atlas Copco Group logo on a white background

We have a new identity for the Atlas Copco Group

The Atlas Copco Group logo on a white background

We have a new identity for the Atlas Copco Group

The Atlas Copco Group logo on a white background

We have a new identity for the Atlas Copco Group

The Atlas Copco Group logo on a white background

We have a new identity for the Atlas Copco Group

The Atlas Copco Group logo on a white background

We have a new identity for the Atlas Copco Group

The Atlas Copco Group logo on a white background

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Enabling the transformation to a low-carbon society

Fully committed to being part of the solution for a better tomorrow, we have set science-based targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in line with the goals of the Paris Agreement.
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Enabling the transformation to a low-carbon society

Fully committed to being part of the solution for a better tomorrow, we have set science-based targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in line with the goals of the Paris Agreement.
Thumbnail image for a video introducing our science-based targets

Enabling the transformation to a low-carbon society

Fully committed to being part of the solution for a better tomorrow, we have set science-based targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in line with the goals of the Paris Agreement.
Thumbnail image for a video introducing our science-based targets

Enabling the transformation to a low-carbon society

Fully committed to being part of the solution for a better tomorrow, we have set science-based targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in line with the goals of the Paris Agreement.
Thumbnail image for a video introducing our science-based targets

Enabling the transformation to a low-carbon society

Fully committed to being part of the solution for a better tomorrow, we have set science-based targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in line with the goals of the Paris Agreement.
Thumbnail image for a video introducing our science-based targets

Enabling the transformation to a low-carbon society

Fully committed to being part of the solution for a better tomorrow, we have set science-based targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in line with the goals of the Paris Agreement.
Thumbnail image for a video introducing our science-based targets

Enabling the transformation to a low-carbon society

Fully committed to being part of the solution for a better tomorrow, we have set science-based targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in line with the goals of the Paris Agreement.
Thumbnail image for a video introducing our science-based targets

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Are you up for a challenge?

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Are you up for a challenge?

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Join us on an interactive journey to learn more about our culture.
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Do you want to learn about our innovations? How operators benefit from our ergonomic equipment or how we secure a minimal impact on the environment?
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Innovation stories

Do you want to learn about our innovations? How operators benefit from our ergonomic equipment or how we secure a minimal impact on the environment?
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Innovation stories

Do you want to learn about our innovations? How operators benefit from our ergonomic equipment or how we secure a minimal impact on the environment?
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Do you want to learn about our innovations? How operators benefit from our ergonomic equipment or how we secure a minimal impact on the environment?
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Our annual Industrial Ideas magazine

features stories about how we innovate for a sustainable future and push technology and society forward together with our customers.
Atlas Copco's Industrial Ideas magazine

Our annual Industrial Ideas magazine

features stories about how we innovate for a sustainable future and push technology and society forward together with our customers.
Atlas Copco's Industrial Ideas magazine

Our annual Industrial Ideas magazine

features stories about how we innovate for a sustainable future and push technology and society forward together with our customers.
Atlas Copco's Industrial Ideas magazine

Our annual Industrial Ideas magazine

features stories about how we innovate for a sustainable future and push technology and society forward together with our customers.
Atlas Copco's Industrial Ideas magazine

Our annual Industrial Ideas magazine

features stories about how we innovate for a sustainable future and push technology and society forward together with our customers.
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Atlas Copco to acquire Dynapac, expanding its presence in the construction market

Stockholm, Sweden, February 5, 2007: Atlas Copco AB has entered into an agreement with Altor 2003 Fund to acquire Dynapac AB of Sweden, a leading supplier of compaction and paving equipment for the road construction market. The acquisition will strengthen Atlas Copco’s position in an expanding global market and add a new range of products for construction customers worldwide.

The total purchase price is approximately BSEK 6.3 (MEUR 700), whereof approximately BSEK 2.1 in assumed debt.   Dynapac, with its head office in Malmö, Sweden, has a turnover of approximately BSEK 4.6 (MEUR 505) and 2100 employees. The estimated operating margin in 2006 was 11.3%.It has production sites in six countries and sales in over 115 countries. See www.dynapac.com for more information.   The new business is a very good fit with, and at the same time an extension of, other businesses in Atlas Copco. Atlas Copco has a recognized presence in construction, which currently represents about 22% of its revenues. The acquisition will give Atlas Copco additional products and sales channels to grow in the expanding road construction market, as new roads are constructed in many countries, such as China and India.   “We welcome Dynapac into the Atlas Copco Group. Dynapac is one of the top brands in its market and we look forward to working together with its management, staff and distributors to further strengthen its market position,”  says Gunnar Brock, President and CEO of Atlas Copco. “Atlas Copco has identified road construction as a strategic growth area. It is a market of about BSEK 30 with an expected growth of 4-5 percent annually given the expected renewal of the western world’s infrastructure as well as growing infrastructure investments in the developing world,”  adds  Björn Rosengren, Business Area President, Atlas Copco Construction and Mining Technique.  “We believe that Atlas Copco will be an excellent new owner for Dynapac.With its global reach and operational excellence, we believe that Atlas Copco will be able to add significant long-term value to Dynapac and its customers,”  comments Harald Mix, Partner of Altor Equity Partners.   Dynapac will be part of Atlas Copco’s Construction and Mining Technique business area.  The completion date of the acquisition is dependent upon the required approvals from the relevant authorities.For further information please contact: Björn Rosengren, Business Area President, Construction and Mining Technique +46 (0) 8 743 83 14 or +46 (0)70 417 85 02 Joanna Canton, Media Relations Manager  +44 (0)1442 22 23 12 or +44 (0)7971 65 01 15