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Since 2021, Holtab, in collaboration with Montico, has opened a new pathway into the electrical industry through our electrician training program for women. Here, Linda, Sara, Sara, and Julia share their journeys – and what it feels like to find the right path, professionally and personally, at Holtab.
From cross-country skiing to biathlon and all the way to winning the Vasaloppet in 2025 – we’ve followed Stina Nilsson’s journey. Now she’s back in Tingsryd, meeting some of our friends in the film series Holtab & Friends. Conversations, people and dreams take center stage. Join us!
Working at Holtab should be sustainable. Employees are seen here and can develop over the long term.
“Good leadership is about trust and presence,” says Holtab’s CEO Michael Fohlin.
To keep up with the fast pace of grid upgrades, Dala Energi chose a prefabricated primary substation from Holtab. The result? Shorter lead times, lower costs – and higher quality, according to project manager Lars Jonsson.
The development of larger and more numerous data centres is accelerating. Establishment processes are often short, while the demand for energy-efficient power solutions continues to rise.
“We have the right expertise to deliver innovative solutions with short lead times,” says Holtab’s Sales Engineer, Mikael Thorsell Gustavsson.
With the EU’s new ban on SF₆ gas in switchgear coming into force in 2026, Holtab has developed a new generation of secondary substations prepared for SF₆-free switchgear. These substations have undergone rigorous safety testing with top results.
“We are proud to have developed a solution that delivers the highest level of personal safety,” says Peter Borgström, Development Manager at Holtab.
With a strong technical foundation and a passion for customer interaction, Thomas thrives in his role as Sales Engineer at Holtab in Denmark. His work is a blend of engineering insight and relationship-building.
“What I really enjoy is combining Holtab’s technical expertise with the commercial side of working closely with customers,” says Thomas.
Holtab is launching an updated version of its metering cubicle for high-voltage metering at 12 and 24 kV.
“The new cubicle is not only more powerful – it is also easier to work with, thanks to a smarter design,” says Gordon Gunnarsson, Technical Manager at Holtab.
There was a time when football was all he thought about. But when the dream of going pro slipped away, he turned his focus to industry. Today, he’s an experienced leader working with power solutions at Holtab.
“Holtab is an exciting place to be. Power technology is crucial for the energy transition,” he says.
In the small town of Tingsryd, a unique high school draws students from across the country – not just to become skilled musicians, but to grow as people. Since 2013, Holtab has partnered with the Academy X Music and Business (AMB), united by a belief in the power of young talent.
Himal Sapkota dreams of developing tourism and entrepreneurship in his home country Nepal. As part of Holtab’s commitment to community engagement, he has been given the opportunity to spend eight weeks in the Nordics.
Stina Nilsson is one of Sweden’s most accomplished skiers, with five Olympic medals, seven World Championship medals – and most recently, victory in the 2025 Vasaloppet. Now, she begins a new chapter together with Holtab.
Hello Anders, what would you say is the best thing about working with ski star Stina Nilsson?
– She inspires us to be bolder.
The desire to grow and take on new challenges isn’t just for the early stages of a career. Just ask Ros-Marie Fransson, who at the age of 63 landed a new position as a technical writer at Holtab.
“It feels good to be joining Holtab. I have a lot of experience to share,” she says.
For many years, Holtab has been helping to build power networks, schools, and health clinics in rural villages across Nepal. At the heart of it all is Ram Sapkota – a local driving force who makes sure the support reaches the right places and truly makes a difference.
“I’m motivated by making life better for the people around me. Holtab and I are a good match,” he says.
Holtab has now completed its first delivery of a secondary substation using a fully electrified transport solution. Our customer Eviny received the station, destined for their EV charging site in Linköping, transported 250 km by electric truck.
“Together with the haulier and the customer, we made this possible. We are all part of the energy transition,” says Holtab’s Chief Procurement Officer, Katarina Hansell.
The transport sector is steadily moving towards electrification, with the shift particularly noticeable in heavy-duty transport. In 2024 alone, nearly 8,000 light and heavy electric trucks were newly registered in Sweden.
“With our solutions, you get a safe, long-lasting charging site,” says Carl-Fredrik Gyllenhammar, who leads Holtab’s emobility initiatives.
After ten years in international corporations, she set her sights on the family-owned company Holtab. Her mission: to lead the technical work in one of Holtab’s divisions.
At Holtab, we’re expanding our offering with a new type of indoor-accessible station. The technical building is a standardized product with a short delivery time.
“These are smaller buildings that are ideal for lighter equipment,” says Linus Olofsson, Business Support at Holtab.
