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Bravida's history

Bravida originates from former BPA, a Swedish building and installation company with roots from the 1920's. The company was formed in 2000 through a merger of BPS and the installation sector of Telenor. In the autumn of 2015, Bravida was listed at Nasdaq Stockholm.

Our milestones

Bravida has achieved significant milestones during its years in business since 1922. Join us on our exciting journey and witness the events we are proud of.

Older black and white image of a group of construction workers gathered in front of a building, wearing work clothes and tools, taken at a construction site.

1922

The construction unions form FBA – Företaget Fackföreningarnas Byggproduktion AB. This becomes the foundation of what later will become Bravida.

Black and white aerial view of the Tranebergsbron in Stockholm under construction, with an arched bridge structure over water, construction platform in the middle and surrounding boats and shoreline

1934

We are involved in the construction of the Tranebergsbron bridge.

A black and white image of a grocery store

1934

Establishment of the first Konsum cooperative store and we contribute to the construction process.

Black and white image of a group of uniformed people marching in formation along a city street, while a crowd stands gathered on the sidewalk outside a store.

1939

The Second World War breaks out. The war results in a pause in the construction of homes and many people lose their jobs.

Black and white image of people standing outdoors in front of a building reading documents or newspapers, dressed in contemporary formal clothing.

1945

Peace at last! The joy was enormous, not least within the construction industry, which now moves towards a historic golden age when offices and homes are to be built at breakneck speed.

Black and white image with a sign where the text “BPA” is visible in a circular symbol, as well as part of another sign with the text “BUILDING” in the background.

1956

Riksbyggens produktions AB changes name to Byggfackens Produktion AB, BPA.

Black and white image of modular construction where prefabricated wall sections are being assembled on a construction site, with a crane in the background and building parts placed on the ground.

1965

‘The Million Programme’ is adopted in 1964 following a decision by the Swedish Government. One million new homes are to be built over ten years starting in 1965. For BPA, this entails major contracts within the construction sector.

1967

BPA becomes a major nationwide group of companies in the
construction industry, and now consists of 18 companies and
twelve local construction guilds.

Black and white close-up of a modern building facade with long rows of rectangular windows and vertical concrete elements.

1968

BPA is involved in the construction of the ABC city in Skärholmen, Stockholm.

High-speed trains from SJ run on railway tracks under overhead contact lines, with an urban environment and buildings in the background.

1980

Intercity becomes a new concept when new rail connections between cities are started. Thanks to the new X2000 train, the journey is completed at record speed. BPA is involved in the project.

Globen in Stockholm – large white dome-shaped arena with a checkered facade, seen from below towards the sky.

1986

BPA becomes a public limited liability company when it is listed on the Stockholm Stock Exchange. That same
year, construction begins of Stockholm’s new landmark Globen (now Avicii Arena) – which also becomes BPA’s largest project.

Entrance to the Triangeln shopping center in Malmö with people moving around in the square outside, shops on the ground floor and building facades in the background.

1989

Malmö residents get a new shopping destination. The shopping centre Triangeln, which becomes the biggest in the city, is inaugurated. BPA has been an important part of the project.

Older logotype with the text "BPA" in green and blue, and the subtitle "HVAC ELECTRICAL VENTILATION PAINTINGS" describing areas of operation.

1993

BPA becomes a nationwide installation company within electrical, plumbing, heating and ventilation systems.
Modern buildings need an increasing amount of fixtures and fittings.

Skärm med börsdata som visar aktiekurser, orderbok och candlestick-diagram med prisutveckling över tid. Stock market data screen showing stock prices, order book and candlestick charts with price trends over time.

1999

BPA shares are delisted from the stock exchange.

2000

BPA becomes Bravida in connection with the company merging with the Norwegian company Telenor’s installation business.

Technician in protective gear adjusts a pressure gauge in a technical installation, with pipes, valves and equipment in the background.

2003

The acquisition of Danish Semco A/S opens the door to establishment in Denmark.

Two technicians in high-visibility clothing and protective equipment are working on a work platform, installing ventilation pipes in an indoor environment with visible installations on the ceiling.

2004

Bravida sells Telekom, IKT and Geomatikk in order to streamline its business. There is an increased focus on the installation of electrical, plumbing, heating and ventilation systems.

A large group of participants from Bravida School gathered for a group photo in an indoor environment, with participant badges around their necks.

2008

From work to school. The Bravida school is started and staff are given the opportunity to hone their skills through continuous professional development and specialist training.

A group of people in high-visibility clothing and helmets walk through a tunnel work site with rough rock walls, gravel bed, and installation equipment along the side.

2009

Bravida acquires Norwegian company Siemens Installation A/S and reinforces its position in the Norwegian market.
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Stockholm City Line is a six kilometre long double-track railway tunnel underneath Stockholm city centre. Bravida's assignment included ventilation installations in the tunnel.

A server hall with long rows of black server racks on both sides, shiny floors and bright ceiling lighting in a modern data center environment

2011

Facebook builds Europe’s first and largest data centre in Luleå. Bravida is responsible for all installations and subsequent services in the project.

Aerial view of Friends Arena in Solna, with the arena surrounded by roads, buildings and urban environment.

2012

Friends Arena - the largest multifunctional arena in Scandinavia is inaugurated in Solna, Stockholm. Bravida had a turnkey contract for electrical installation while construction was taking place.
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Bravida is responsible for installations at the new University Hospital in Aarhus, Denmark and Östfold's new central hospital outside Oslo, Norway.

Railway tracks running straight ahead under overhead lines and signal structures, surrounded by trees and vegetation on both sides.

2013

Bravida is commissioned to carry out the modernisation of the Danish rail network’s signalling system. The new standard then spreads to Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Germany and all the way down to the southern tip of Italy. This is considered one of the world’s largest modernisation projects to date.

Airport terminal at Gardermoen with a long pier building made of wood and glass, where a large metal sculpture of a bird spreads its wings above the entrance.

2014

Bravida Norge wins a contract when Oslo’s airport Gardermoen gets a new gate pier.
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The sporting goods chain Stadium chooses Bravida, which will have overall responsibility for the operation and maintenance of electricity, plumbing, heating and ventilation in their stores around Sweden.

Mattias Johansson Group President and CEO at Bravida

2015

Bravida is listed on Nasdaq and Mattias Johansson becomes CEO.
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Two companies in Finland are acquired by Bravida. This becomes the first breakthrough into the Finnish market.

Wind turbines in an open field with green vegetation, under a bright sky with scattered clouds.

2015

Wind energy in Denmark produces large quantities of electricity but the electricity grid cannot cope. The electricity grid in Denmark must be expanded and Bravida steps in to help out.
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Serneke, a new large multi-sport facility covering 45,000 square metres , in Gothenburg is inaugurated. Bravida had a turnkey contract for all fixtures and fittings.

Illuminated football stadium in an evening setting with a green playing field, stands and strong floodlights, with a city and buildings in the background.

2016

Bravida Arena will be the name of BK Häcken's new home arena in Hisingen. The arena will have a seating capacity of 6 300 people.

The picture shows when Oras becomes part of Bravida

2017

Bravida acquires Oras AS, a leading plumbing company in Norway, making Bravida the market-leading total supplier for installation and service in Norway.

2019

The cars of the future require quick charging. We take care of the needs of the future by installing ultrafast charging stations.

The Oslo Opera House with its modern, white marble facade that slopes down towards the water, surrounded by the harbor environment and the city in the background.

2020

The installation of all technology for the Opera House in Oslo was completed. Since then we have always ensured that the property comes to life through our technical solutions.

Bravida GreenHub bicycle, parked outdoors with green vegetation in the background.

2020

The green model GreenHub with sustainable services by electric bike, electric moped or on foot is launched in Oslo.

Karlatornet in Gothenburg – tall, modern tower surrounded by urban environment and lower buildings, seen from above in evening light.

2021

The construction of the highest skyscraper in the
Nordic countries, Karlatornet in Gothenburg, is coming along.
Bravida has been commissioned by Serneke Sverige AB to carry out all installations for Karlatornet.

2022

A historic year as we celebrate our 100th anniversary and invest in creating the future solutions for our customers. Let's keep moving forward for another hundred years!

In 2022, Bravida celebrated its 100th anniversary!

It was exactly 100 years ago in 1922 that the construction unions form FBA – Företaget Fackföreningarnas Byggproduktion AB, which became the foundation of Bravida. We are now one of the leading service and installation company in the Nordic region.

Bravida's 100th anniversary