With the acquisition, STARK Group increases its presence at Lolland-Falster, two islands in the southern part of Denmark, from three to four branches, with a special focus on improved distribution. Lolland-Falster has historically experienced low growth rates, but with the construction of the Danish-German tunnel connection under the Baltic Sea, the Fehmarnbelt tunnel, increased activity and growth are seen in the entire area.

STARK Group already has a pick-up shop at the Fehmarnbelt construction site.

XL-BYG Nakskov Trælastkompagniet was founded in 1967 and employs more than 50 employees. Frederik Hjørne-Christensen is the 2nd generation in the company and continues as branch manager.

"STARK is the right owner, who both has strong values that align with those that have worked so well for XL-BYG Nakskov Trælastkompagniet, and who, with its size, can develop the business further. It benefits both the employees and the customers, which is crucial for me," says Frederik Hjørne-Christensen, owner and manager of XL-BYG Nakskov Trælastkompagniet.

CEO of STARK Group, Søren P. Olesen, says:

"I am grateful that a strong, family-owned builders’ merchant considers us a good owner, and I am happy to be able to welcome 50 new colleagues. It is a strong team with good relationships in a local market, facing an interesting construction development. We are sure that we will be a good partner for the craftsmen in the local area with our broad product range and focus on distribution and that this can push for positive development in a region with potential."