Segrate, September 5, 2025 – FRIEM S.p.A., a global leader in power conversion technologies, has acquired a majority stake in Poseico S.p.A., a long-established Italian company specialized in the design and manufacturing of power semiconductors. 

The transaction marks a strategic milestone in FRIEM Group’s growth and technological diversification journey. It strengthens FRIEM’s leadership in high current converters—particularly for industrial and hydrogen applications—and opens up new opportunities for development in sectors such as electric mobility, traction, research and nuclear, data centers, and critical power infrastructure.

Thanks to the technological and manufacturing synergies between the two companies, the FRIEM Group will be able to further differentiate itself through enhanced reliability, product quality, and service excellence, leveraging a vertically integrated and innovation-driven value chain. This distinctive positioning enables the Group to meet the growing demand for efficiency and operational continuity in the sectors it serves, especially within the context of the energy transition.

“This acquisition is fully aligned with our long-term industrial vision: the union between FRIEM and Poseico consolidates our position in high current converters and strengthens our presence in emerging sectors tied to decarbonization and digitalization. – said Lorenzo Carnelli, FRIEM’s CEO – By combining our expertise, we look with confidence to expansion in high-potential, technology-intensive markets.”

Fabrizio Carnelli, CFO FRIEM, who managed the transaction, added: “I would like to acknowledge the support of Fondo Italiano d’Investimento through our partner FITEC – Fondo Italiano Tecnologia e Crescita – and to thank KPMG, Ughi e Nunziante law firm, Studio Russo De Rosa, and notary Giulio Montanaro for their valuable assistance in the transaction.”

Filippo Vaccaro, CEO of Poseico commented: “We are proud to become part of a solid and high-growth Group like FRIEM. This partnership brings together two Italian technology leaders committed to advancing reliable, sustainable solutions for industry and the global energy transition.”

Poseico was advised by LCA law firm and Thymos Business & Consulting.

The agreement provides for the continued operation of Poseico’s production and research activities at its Genoa facility, recognizing the value of its team’s expertise and integrating it into FRIEM’s industrial plan—driven by a combination of organic growth and strategic acquisitions.

 

Fabrizio Carnelli (CFO FRIEM), Filippo Vaccaro (CEO Poseico)