MSA Safety Incorporated has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Autronica Fire and Security in a $555 million deal.
Founded in 1957 and headquartered in Trondheim, Norway, Autronica designs and supplies fire detection, gas detection, and alarm systems for critical infrastructure, energy, and maritime sectors.
The company employs around 500 people globally and reported approximately 160 million dollars in sales in 2025, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of about 20%.
The acquisition is expected to close in the third quarter of 2026, subject to regulatory approvals, and will be funded through cash and existing credit facilities.
BofA Securities and Sidley Austin LLP are advising MSA.
Strengthening global fire and gas detection capabilities
Steve Blanco, MSA Safety President and CEO, said: “We are excited to welcome Autronica to the MSA Safety family. This acquisition accelerates our fixed detection growth strategy by adding a highly complementary, scaled fire and gas systems business.
“Autronica enhances our ability to participate earlier in project design and to deliver more integrated safety solutions across critical infrastructure, energy, and marine applications.
“The acquisition marks another key pillar of our Accelerate strategy, reinforcing our focus on expanding our detection platform and advancing our portfolio through strategic acquisitions.
“With Autronica’s strong technological expertise and leadership in fire and gas safety systems, we expect to leverage the combined portfolio to further enhance our ability to meet demanding customer safety requirements across high–hazard and regulated environments.
Strategic growth and market expansion
“The combination positions MSA to expand into a large, growing addressable market supported by regulatory drivers, technical complexity, and long renewal cycles for mission–critical assets.
“In addition, Autronica’s complementary geographic footprint enables both organizations to leverage regional strengths, expand global reach, and deliver greater value to customers worldwide.
“Autronica’s mission statement, ‘zero loss of lives’, is strategically aligned with MSA’s mission, vision and values.”
Autronica CEO, Sindre Utne said, “Joining MSA Safety marks an exciting next step for Autronica. MSA’s leadership position in safety and detection technologies, its strong systems and solutions capabilities, and its long-standing customer relationships make it an ideal owner as we work to maximize our growth potential.”
“By leveraging MSA’s global market reach, distribution channels, and deep detection expertise, we see a significant opportunity to expand and combine our solution offering, deepen engagement with customers earlier in the project lifecycle, and extend our reach well beyond the installed base and the markets we serve.”
