Biolin Scientific AB

Biolin Scientific AB is a Swedish company specializing in advanced surface science instruments, delivering solutions for measuring surface and interfacial properties, molecular interactions, and thin film characterization across various industries. Founded in 1996 in Gothenburg, Sweden, Biolin Scientific AB manufactures advanced surface science instruments. In December 2016, the company transitioned from public to private ownership following acquisition by Addlife. Previously, in March 2014, Biolin Scientific sold its subsidiary Ostell to Fouriertransform for SEK 33 million.

The company has executed 2 deals in total. Biolin Scientific specializes in advanced surface science instruments, focusing on three core product lines: Attension optical tensiometers, QSense QCM-D solutions, and KSV NIMA tools for thin film fabrication and characterization. The Attension series, including models like the Theta Flow and Theta Flex, are designed for measuring surface and interfacial properties with high precision, enabling enhanced production quality in various industries. QSense instruments provide a premium solution for nanoscale observation of molecular interactions at surfaces, critical for research in fields such as biopharmaceuticals and nanotechnology.

KSV NIMA offers innovative solutions for creating and analyzing thin films, particularly effective in controlling coating properties like packing density and layer thickness. The company serves a diverse customer base, including academic institutions and industrial clients across Europe, North America, and Asia, particularly in sectors such as biotechnology, materials science, and pharmaceuticals. In 2024, Biolin Scientific reported a revenue of SEK 12,822,330. 90 with an EBITDA of SEK 982,781.

40. The company generates revenue primarily through direct sales of its specialized instruments and associated services in a B2B model, focusing on institutions and companies in research and industrial contexts. Biolin Scientific aims to develop upcoming products, particularly innovations in its existing product lines, though specific launch dates remain unspecified. The company is also looking to expand its presence in emerging markets, especially in Asia, by 2025.

The SEK 277 million raised in the latest Public to Private funding round will support these initiatives, facilitating research and development efforts to enhance its offerings and market reach.