SEM: A New Chapter Begins with PHINIA After Successful Exit by Procuritas

Deal News | Jun 10, 2025 | Procuritas Partners AB

Procuritas Capital Investors V has entered a share purchase agreement involving the divestment of all shares in Swedish Electromagnet Invest AB (SEM) to PHINIA Inc, a prominent player in premium fuel systems, electrical systems, and aftermarket solutions. SEM, a Swedish company established in 1915, specializes in developing ignition systems. Under Procuritas' ownership, SEM has seen revenue growth exceeding 50%, alongside maintaining robust profitability margins. This achievement comes despite several macro-level challenges, as SEM further expanded into new markets and customer bases. The company has recently developed ignition systems for zero-emission commercial vehicles as a part of the green transition. As the final exit of the Procuritas Capital Investors V fund, this divestment surpasses initial targets by achieving over 3x gross return. Strategic partnerships and growth in green sectors mark SEM’s journey ahead under PHINIA’s ownership. The transaction, scheduled for completion in Q3 2025, awaits approval from the Swedish Inspectorate of Strategic Products.

Sectors

  • Private Equity
  • Automotive Components
  • Renewable Energy

Geography

  • Sweden – The target company, SEM, is based in Sweden and the transaction is subject to Swedish FDI rules.
  • United States – PHINIA Inc, the acquiring company, is listed on the NYSE and operates from the US.

Industry

  • Private Equity – The article revolves around Procuritas Capital Investors V, a fund managed by the private equity firm Procuritas Partners AB.
  • Automotive Components – SEM, the target company, specializes in ignition systems and is part of the automotive components industry.
  • Renewable Energy – SEM's development of ignition systems for zero-emission commercial vehicles aligns it with the renewable energy sector.

Financials

  • 3x Gross Return – Procuritas Capital Investors V achieved well above the target return on their investment in SEM.

Participants

NameRoleTypeDescription
Procuritas Partners ABPrivate Equity FirmCompanyThe PE firm managing Procuritas Capital Investors V, which is divesting its final investment, SEM.
Swedish Electromagnet Invest AB (SEM)Target CompanyCompanyA Swedish company specializing in ignition systems, acquired by PHINIA Inc.
PHINIA IncAcquiring CompanyCompanyA leader in premium fuel and electrical systems, acquiring SEM.
AlantraM&A AdvisorCompanyProvided M&A advisory services for the transaction.
Gernandt & DanielssonLegal AdvisorCompanyProvided legal advice during the transaction.
DeloitteFinancial AdvisorCompanyProvided financial advisory services during the deal.
Kenneth ChristensenPartnerPersonPartner at Procuritas and investment advisor to PCI V, commented on the transaction.
Mattias FeiffCo-Managing PartnerPersonCo-Managing Partner at Procuritas, commented on the successful fund exit.
Magnus HellstrmCEO of SEMPersonCEO of SEM, commented on the company's journey and future with PHINIA.