MSA Safety Completes Acquisition of Autronica Fire and Security
MSA Safety Incorporated, a global company in the development of advanced industrial safety technology products and solutions that protect people and facility infrastructure, announced that it has completed the acquisition of Autronica Fire and Security in a transaction valued at approximately $555 million. Based in Trondheim, Norway, Autronica is a designer, manufacturer and supplier of fire detection, gas detection and alarm systems, and reported approximately $160 million in sales in 2025. The acquisition aligns with MSA’s mission and accelerates profitable growth strategy.
“We are excited to officially welcome Autronica to the MSA family,” said Steve Blanco, president and CEO, MSA Safety. “The addition of this highly complementary business accelerates MSA’s fixed detection growth strategy by enhancing our ability to deliver integrated safety solutions across critical infrastructure, energy and marine applications.
“Autronica’s geographic footprint is also complementary to MSA’s current market reach and, together with its expertise and leadership in fire and gas safety systems, positions us well to expand into an attractive, growing $3 billion-plus addressable market while delivering on our mission,” Blanco added.
The transaction is expected to be accretive to MSA Safety’s adjusted earnings per share in the first full year of ownership and was financed using cash on hand and borrowings under MSA’s existing credit facility.
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