# BAE Systems Bofors completes acquisition of Aston Harald

BAE Systems Bofors has completed its acquisition of Aston Harald Mekaniska Verkstad AB, a Swedish precision mechanics supplier. The purchase agreement was signed in February 2026 and finalized in May 2026.

- Type: Acquisition
- Announced: 2026-05-20
- Where: Kristinehamn, Värmland, Sweden
- Status: completed
- Products: precision mechanics, advanced component machining
- Sectors: [Automotive Components](https://endata.com/sectors/automotive-components.md), [Aerospace Components](https://endata.com/sectors/aerospace-components.md)

## Companies

- [Aston Harald Mekaniska Verkstad](https://endata.com/companies/83175.md) (target)
- [BAE Systems Bofors](https://endata.com/companies/92048.md) (acquirer)

## Sources

- [defence-industry.eu](https://defence-industry.eu/bae-systems-bofors-completes-acquisition-of-swedish-precision-mechanics-supplier-aston-harald/), 2026-05-20: "BAE Systems Bofors said the acquisition supports its strategy to strengthen production capacity and delivery capability in the European defence market."

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