
Scania invests SEK 35m in Corebon
Scania Growth Capital has invested SEK 35m in Malmö-based carbon fibre startup Corebon.
The deal marks the fourth investment by Scania's corporate venture capital fund, which is investing in the the company's patented innovation.
Along with the funding, Scania's head of customised truck development Per-Arne Eriksson will join Corebon's board of directors.
Company
Headquartered in Malmö, Corebon develops methods for producing components of carbon-fibre-reinforced plastics that are applicable to a range of products in industries such as automotive, telecommunication, aerospace and robotics. It mainly supplies companies in the telecoms sector.
People
Scania Growth Capital – Christian Zeuchner (partner).
Corebon – Tobias Björnhov (CEO, founder).
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