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ExpressGlass strengthens its presence in Portugal through an acquisition of two workshops

ExpressGlass, a leading actor in windscreen repair and replacement, strengthens its position in Portugal with an acquisition of two of its franchise workshops located in Caldas da Rainha and Castanheira do Ribatejo, located in the western part of Portugal.

Press release 14 May 2025

 

"The owners of the workshops, Rui Adrião and Luís Fazendeiro have been key partners to ExpressGlass over the years. The integration of the workshops strengthens ExpressGlass presence in important locations in the country and our own network of workshops", says Joana Marques, CEO of ExpressGlass.

 

Rui Adrião and Luís Fazendeiro will continue to be responsible of the workshops and its development to make sure the current strong relationship towards customers remains.

 

As of today, ExpressGlass has 88 workshops, of which 47 owned and 41 franchisees.

For more information, please contact:

Helene Gustafsson, Head of Corporate Communication
Tel.: +46 708 684 050
Email: helene.gustafsson@carygroup.com

 

 

 

About ExpressGlass
ExpressGlass is a leading brand in the Automotive Glass Repair, Replacement, and Calibration sector, recognized for its commitment to innovation, quality, and excellence in customer service. With a vast network of stores nationwide, ExpressGlass ensures fast, efficient, and professional service, always prioritizing safety and customer satisfaction.

About Cary Group
Cary Group specialises in sustainable solutions for vehicle glass repair and replacement, with a complementary offering in vehicle damage repair. With good accessibility, high-quality products and smart solutions, we help our customers make simplified and sustainable choices. We call it Smarter solutions for sustainable car care. For more information, please visit www.carygroup.com.

 

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MPS Bilskade acquires Vinger lakk og karosseri AS

MPS Bilskade, part of Cary Group, has acquired 100 percent of Vinger Lakk og karosseri AS, a franchise workshop located in Kongsvinger in Norway. Vinger lakk og Karosseri was founded in 2006 and is family-owned.

"MPS Bilskade is very pleased that Vinger Lakk og Karosseri has chosen to become a wholly owned workshop for us. They will be an important part of our network as it will be the first own workshop in the Inland region in Norway. I am pleased that Robert and his team are joining MPS Bilskade and look forward to our continued collaboration," says Jan Lindberg, CEO of MPS Bilskade.

"I am pleased that we at Vinger Lakk og Karosseri will continue our journey together with MPS Bilskade. As a wholly owned workshop, it gives us continued opportunities and closer cooperation with the other workshops in their network,” says Robert Nygård, founder and owner of Vinger lakk og karoseri.

Vinger lakk og karosseri has 14 employees and has been owned and operated to this day by founder Robert Nygård, who continues as workshop manager even after the acquisition.

MPS Bilskade is Norway's leading body and paint company and owns 13 workshops but operates with a franchise network of a total of 38 workshops. Since 2001, they have been part of the European vehicle glass company Cary Group.

For further information, please contact:

Helene Gustafsson, Head of Corporate Communication, Cary Group
Tel: +46 70 868 40 50
Email: Helene.gustafsson@carygroup.com

About MPS Bilskade
MPS Bilskade is Norway's leading player in minor and major bodywork damage for cars. They have 13 own workshops and a franchise network of 38 workshops. MPS has strong relationships with insurance companies and other customers and offers a simple and cost-effective handling of booking. They carry out car repairs for both car owners and insurance companies.

About Cary Group
Cary Group offers sustainable car care solutions, specialising in vehicle glass repair and replacement with a complementary offering in auto body repair. Our services sustain the life, value and safety features of motorised vehicles. With convenient locations, high-quality products and smart solutions, we help our customers make simplified and sustainable choices. Our journey started 1947 with Ryds Bilglas in Sweden, and today we serve customers throughout Europe with several well-known and successful brands. For more information, visit www.carygroup.com.
 

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