Dafo Vehicle joins US based United Safety – Creating a Global Leader in Vehicle Safety Systems
The American company United Safety & Survivability Corporation (“United Safety”) has acquired all shares in Dafo Vehicle, a leading provider of vehicle fire detection and suppression systems. This transaction creates a global leader in vehicle safety systems, encompassing fire protection, environmental solutions, surveillance, ergonomics, and additional safety products. The businesses complement each other well, offering a unique and innovative range of products and services that benefit both customers and employees.
"Dafo Vehicle and United Safety are a perfect match for each other, combining two businesses with complementary strengths and a shared vision for the future. With United Safety as our new partner, we are confident in our ability to accelerate growth together. The transaction broadens and strengthens our product portfolio, driving innovation and enabling a more comprehensive geographic service and aftermarket offering", says Jon Lind, CEO of Dafo Vehicle AB since 2023.
Headquartered in Pennsylvania, United Safety was founded in 1984 by Swedish entrepreneur Christian Hammarskjold. Since then, the company has evolved into a leader in the design and engineering of world-class safety technologies across a variety of industries and categories including fire suppression and detection systems, theft and roll-away protection, air and surface purification, and seating & suspension solutions.
The combination is expected to create new market opportunities for both United Safety and Dafo Vehicle’s products, and Dafo Vehicle is a key component in United Safety’s position as a world-class environmentally-friendly fire suppression safety solutions provider.
"In recent years, under new leadership, Dafo Vehicle has transformed from a family-owned business into a scalable company with a clear strategy and ambitious growth objectives. The partnership positions United Safety as the global leader in environmentally-friendly mobile and special hazard fire suppression solutions. This strategic milestone reinforces our commitment to delivering the most advanced, sustainable safety technologies across industries. By combining Dafo Vehicle’s tremendous management team and technology with our proven experience, we are set to redefine fire suppression standards and expand our life-saving technologies globally", says Joseph Mirabile, President & CEO of United Safety.
The transaction means that Dafo Vehicle's majority owner, Sobro AB, which has held ownership since 2019, will divest all of its shares. Dafo Vehicle is headquartered in Tyresö, Sweden, with a global presence through subsidiaries and a network of distributors. The purchase price will not be disclosed.