New ban on PFAS in firefighting foam
On October 3, 2025, the European Commission published new restrictions on PFAS in firefighting foams.
Presto Group News
Presto acquires Arbejdsmiljøgruppen, a specialist company within OHS training and mandatory safety education
Presto Denmark, part of Presto Group (“Presto”), Europe’s leading provider of fire protection, first aid and safety training, today announces the acquisition of Arbejdsmiljøgruppen ApS, a Danish specialist company within occupational health & safety training and mandatory safety education.
Presto acquires FAST Oy, strengthening Training operations in Northern Finland
A collaboration spanning several years has deepened to a new level as FAST Oy became part of Presto through an acquisition completed in March 2026. The transaction strengthens training operations in Northern Finland and brings together strong local expertise with broader nationwide capabilities.
Presto acquires FBB&H and expands its presence in Eastern Germany
Jockel Brandschutztechnik (“Jockel””), part of Presto Group (“Presto”), Europe's leading provider of fire protection, first aid, and safety training, has completed the acquisition of Feuerschutz Brandenburg Bavaria & Hermann GmbH (“FBB&H”).
Presto acquires Hald & Tesch Brand, Sweden’s oldest fire safety company
Presto Sweden, part of Presto Group (“Presto”), Europe’s leading provider of fire protection, first aid and safety training, today announces the acquisition of Hald & Tesch Brand AB, Sweden’s oldest fire safety company, with over 150 years in the market.
Presto acquires Imaber, strengthening fire protection presence in the Balearic Islands
Eurofesa, part of Presto Group (“Presto”), Europe’s leading provider of fire protection, first aid and safety training, have incorporated the business activity and team of Imaber, a specialist company within fire protection services based in the Balearic Islands, Spain.
Presto acquires Tecnotronic, strengthening fire protection presence in Madrid
Eurofesa, part of Presto Group (“Presto”), Europe’s leading provider of fire protection, first aid and safety training, has acquired Tecnotronic Sistemas S.L. (“Tecnotronic”), a specialist fire protection company based in Madrid, Spain.
Presto acquires leading Dutch fire safety company Vlampunt.
Swedish Presto Group (“Presto”), Europe’s leading company in active fire safety, safety training, and first aid, has signed an agreement to acquire Vlampunt, a fire safety company in the Netherlands.
Presto acquires leading Spanish emergency training company Seganosa.
Swedish Presto Group (“Presto”), Europe’s leading company in active fire safety, safety training, and first aid, has acquired Seganosa, a leading emergency response training company in Spain.
Presto acquires the Danish Cantell ApS
Presto Denmark, part of Presto Group (“Presto”), Europe’s leading company within active fire safety, safety training, and first aid, acquires Cantell ApS, a Danish specialist company within dangerous goods, chemical safety and compliance, including advisory services, training and e-learning. The acquisition is an important step in expanding Presto’s European safety and compliance platform while also strengthening the Group’s ability to support customers facing increasingly complex regulatory obligations.
Presto strengthens its market position in Germany through acquisition of F&H Feuerschutz GmbH & Co. KG
Jockel Brandschutz, part of Presto Group ("Presto"), Europe’s leading provider of fire protection, first aid, and safety training, has successfully completed the acquisition of F&H Feuerschutz GmbH & Co. KG.
Presto strengthens its position in Northern Finland through the acquisition of POHTO Oy
Presto Oy, part of Presto Group (“Presto”), Europe’s leading provider of fire protection, first aid and safety training, have signed an acquisition agreement with POHTO Oy whereby the entire business and personnel of POHTO Oy will become part of Presto.
Presto to Acquire Leading Dutch Fire Safety Company Velco Brandblusmateriaal B.V.
Swedish Presto Group (“Presto”), Europe’s leading company within active fire safety, safety training, and first aid services, has announced the acquisition of Velco Brandblusmateriaal B.V. (“Velco”), a leading fire safety service company in the Netherlands. This strategic acquisition further strengthens Presto’s European position marking its entry into the Netherlands. Velco is specialised in fire safety, emergency lighting and Emergency Response (ER) training. The company operates across the Netherlands, with more than 50 employees serving over 5,000 customers.
Presto to Acquire Leading Dutch Safety Training Company BHVNederland
Swedish Presto Group (“Presto”), Europe’s leading company within active fire safety, safety training, and first aid, has signed a binding agreement to acquire BHVNederland, a leading safety training company in the Netherlands. The closing of the transaction is expected to take place on November 3, 2025. This strategic acquisition further strengthens Presto’s European position, as BHVNederland specializes in company emergency response courses (“BHV”), first aid and safety trainings, and consulting for occupational health and safety. The company also supplies and maintains prevention equipment and deploys flexible personnel for safety-related services. BHVNederland is headquartered in Rijswijk and serves thousands of customers nationwide.
Staffan Pehrson new CEO of Presto Group
Staffan Pehrson is today starting his new position as CEO of Presto Group (“Presto”), Europe’s leading company within active fire safety, safety training, and first aid services. Staffan has extensive experience from various industries and has held executive leadership positions at companies such as Ericsson, Nefab, and Anticimex.
