Albin Group

What Albin Group does

Albin Group AB is a Swedish specialty pump manufacturer founded in 1928, headquartered in Västerås, Sweden, with regional entities in Peabody, Massachusetts (USA) and Busan, South Korea (the latter operated in partnership with JMP Corporation). The company designs, manufactures, and distributes a portfolio of 13 core product categories centered on fluid management for marine and motorhome applications, including bilge pump systems (manual, submersible, automatic, heavy-duty), water pressure systems (WPS 300 and 500-premium series), waste water systems (macerator pumps, diaphragm pumps, holding tanks), self-priming flexible impeller pumps (FIP), replacement impellers, marine toilets (manual and electric, four sizes), water heaters (Premium, Square, SS AISI 316 stainless), heaters and defrosters, ventilation blowers, pump-out stations (Septic 200 Magnelis), water-treatment consumables, and brushless DC circulation pumps. Underlying technology spans FIP, diaphragm, gear, and brushless DC pump architectures, with products designed for drop-in interchangeability with competitor brands and built for harsh saltwater service. Manufacturing is ISO 9001-certified for impellers.

The business model is hardware sales through two channels: a global network of marine and motorhome retailers and a direct e-commerce storefront on albin.group. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed; products carry 2-3 year limited warranties and bilge pumps are classified as safety products. The company addresses three customer verticals — Marine (boat manufacturers, marine retailers, and end-user captains; primary), Motorhomes (manufacturers and owners; primary), and Industry (fluid transfer, cooling, waste handling; secondary). Revenue figures are not publicly disclosed and the company is privately held with no evidence of institutional investors. Marketing is primarily digital — the company website, downloadable Marine and Motorhomes catalogs, and email newsletters — supplemented by the "The Captain's Choice in Marine Products" brand positioning.

Name

Albin Group

Legal name

Albin Group AB

Website

https://albin.group

Company type

Private

Founded year

1928

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Albin Group AB is a Swedish specialty pump manufacturer producing bilge pumps, water pressure systems, waste water systems, marine toilets, water heaters, and fluid management products for the marine and motorhome industries, distributed via global retailer networks and direct e-commerce.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Jönköping

HQ country

Sweden

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Pump Product Sales: Revenue generated from the sale of pumps and pump solutions for marine, motorhomes and industrial applications. Products include bilge pumps, water pressure systems, waste water systems, marine toilets, water heaters, and related accessories.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Albin Group manufactures and supplies a complete portfolio of pumps and pump solutions for marine vessels, motorhomes, and industrial applications. The company sells 13 distinct product categories including bilge pumps, water pressure systems, waste water systems, self-priming FIP pumps, general purpose pumps, replacement impellers, marine toilets, water heaters, heaters and defrosters, ventilation blowers, pump-out systems, water treatment chemicals, and circulation pumps. Distribution occurs through an international retailer network and direct e-commerce channels operated from the Swedish headquarters and regional offices in the USA and South Korea.

Product overview

Albin Group (Albin Pump Marine) is an expert in pumps and pump solutions for marine, motorhomes and industry. The product portfolio consists of 13 core product categories centered on a unified pump platform with specialized variants. The core offering spans Bilge Pump Systems (manual, submersible, automatic, heavy duty, aerator), Water Pressure Systems (WPS 300/500 series, WD series), Waste Water Systems (diaphragm pumps, macerators, tanks), General Purpose Pumps (FIP, gear pumps, oil change kits, ballast pumps), Self Priming FIP Pumps (engine cooling pumps for VP/Y/SC/CM/FP/CAT/MAN/C/C/O/K engines), Replacement Impellers, Marine Toilets (manual, electric standard, silent, premium), Water Heaters (Premium, Square, SS), Heaters and Defrosters, Ventilation Blowers (flange, flex, inline), Pump Out Systems, Pump Water Treatment (purification, cleaning, bio treatments), and Circulation Pumps (brushless DC). Products are designed to be interchangeable with competitor brands and backed by 2-3 year limited warranties. Catalogs available for Marine (2026) and Motorhomes (2025).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Bilge Pump Systems A range of bilge pumps developed for safe performance in all weather conditions and bilge environments, including manual, submersible, submersible automatic, submersible heavy duty, monitor systems, and aerator variants. Features heavy-duty motors with stainless steel shafts and high-impact thermoplastic housings, classified as safety products with 2-year limited warranty. Targeted at boat builders, marine retailers, and captains needing reliable saltwater/freshwater bilge evacuation.
• Water Pressure Systems WPS 300 series and 500 Premium series diaphragm pumps supplying continuous, pulsation-free, pressurized flow of hot and cold water to faucets and showers. Includes wash down configuration with pressures up to 5 bar (70 psi). Designed for marine and motorhome applications requiring consistent onboard water pressure.
• Waste Water Systems Complete waste water management systems for marine and motorhome vessels, including high-capacity macerator pumps that shred waste before pumping out, diaphragm pumps for grey and black water transport, and waste water tanks in 47L and 72L capacities. Targeted at boat and motorhome owners needing reliable holding-tank and black-water handling.
• General Purpose Pumps Flexible impeller pump (FIP) range for dockside services including fueling, oil change, liquid transfer, and ballast pumping, plus gear pumps suitable for viscous liquids such as oil, diesel, and antifreeze. Self-priming with dry-run capability and designed to be interchangeable with competitor brands. 2-year limited warranty. Targeted at marine fuel docks, service yards, and boat owners performing engine maintenance.
• Self Priming FIP Pumps Flexible impeller pumps designed for commercial and pleasure boat raw water applications. Self-priming capability makes them suitable for engine cooling, bilge pumping, and deck wash. Includes VP, Y, SC, CM, FP, CAT, MAN, C, C/O, K engine cooling pump variants, pedestal electromagnetic clutch pumps, and AC motor flange pumps. Targeted at boat builders and engine retrofit users needing compatible replacements across major marine engine brands.
• Replacement Impellers Wide range of replacement impellers for most engine cooling pumps and flexible impeller pump applications, including pleasure boat, commercial boat, and outboard impellers plus impeller tools. ISO 9001 quality guaranteed with 2-year limited warranty. Targeted at boat owners and service technicians performing routine impeller replacement.
• Marine Toilets Marine toilets available in manual and electric operation across four sizes: compact low, compact, comfort, and premium. Bowls made of white vitreous porcelain with corrosion-resistant parts. Conversion kits available to transform manual to electric or silent electric models. 2-year limited warranty. Targeted at boat builders, retailers, and boat owners replacing or upgrading onboard sanitation.
• Water Heaters Wide range of marine water heaters in Premium, Square, and SS selections. Premium and Square models use toxic-free ceramic inside coating; SS range uses stainless steel AISI 316 tank with pickling and passivation anti-corrosion treatment. Designed for continuous use in demanding marine environments. 3-year limited warranty. Targeted at boat and motorhome owners needing hot water onboard.
• Heaters and Defrosters Heavy-duty heating units with stainless steel cover for long service life. Kits include adjustable fan, four-step blower, wiring harness, and control panel. Available in pleasure boat and commercial boat defroster variants ranging from 2kW to 12kW. 3-year limited warranty on heating unit, 1 year for fan motor. Targeted at vessels operating in cold climates.
• Ventilation Blowers Air blowers for engine compartment extraction, bilge ventilation, galleys, or other compartments, available in inline, flange, or flex-mount compact designs with motor integrated in the center. Double ball bearings and high-impact thermoplastic body. 1-year limited warranty. Targeted at boat builders and owners needing forced ventilation in enclosed compartments.
• Pump Out Systems Black and grey water management systems for marina use. Septic 200 Magnelis pump-out stations available in 120V, 240V, and 400V configurations for emptying holding tanks onboard. Targeted at marina operators and service yards providing pump-out services to vessels.
• Pump Water Treatment Water treatment products including fresh water purification (liquid, powder, tablets), water tank cleaners, marine toilet cleaners, and toilet system treatments (Bio, Fresh Aura, Reset). Chlorine-free formulations intended to extend pump lifetime. Targeted at boat and motorhome owners maintaining onboard water and sanitation systems.
• Circulation Pumps DC-driven circulation pumps with brushless motor in 12/24V configurations. Designed for circulation of water or antifreeze in heating or cooling systems on boats, buses, motorhomes, and commercial vehicles. Exceptionally long service lifetime. Targeted at vehicle and vessel HVAC and coolant loop integrators.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• JMP CorporationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJMP Corporation controls Albin Group Marine Asia, the company's Asian regional operation based in Busan, South Korea. This represents a strategic partnership for managing the company's presence in the Asian market.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Whale Pumps: UK-based specialist in marine and RV water systems, including bilge pumps, water pressure systems, and waste water pumps. Closest like-for-like competitor to Albin's marine product suite with similar OEM and aftermarket channels.
• Rule Industries: Long-established US marine bilge pump and accessory manufacturer. Direct competitor in the bilge and general-purpose pump categories that anchor Albin's catalog, with strong US aftermarket distribution.
• Jabsco: Xylem-owned marine pump brand covering bilge, water pressure, waste, and engine cooling pumps. Direct head-to-head competitor with broader scale and global OEM relationships.
• Flojet: Xylem-owned brand specializing in water pressure and transfer pumps for marine, RV, and industrial applications. Direct competitor in the water pressure systems category where Albin's WPS 300/500 series competes.
• Shurflo: Pentair-owned brand of diaphragm and water pumps serving marine, RV, and industrial fluid transfer. Direct competitor to Albin's diaphragm and water pressure pump lines in the RV/motorhome channel.
• Dometic: Global leader in marine and RV sanitation, pumps, water heaters, and HVAC. Closest large-scale competitor in marine toilets, water heaters, and pump-out systems with significantly greater scale and global OEM penetration.
• Thetford: Specialist in marine and RV toilets, sanitation systems, and refrigerators. Direct competitor in Albin's marine toilet category and adjacent sanitation lines serving the same OEM and aftermarket channels.
• Groco: US marine pump and hardware specialist focused on engine cooling, bilge, and general-purpose pumps. Direct like-for-like competitor with similar interchangeability value proposition to Albin's FIP/general purpose range.

Broad incumbents

• Xylem: Global water technology giant owning Jabsco, Flojet, and Rule. Parent of multiple direct competitors to Albin with vastly greater R&D, OEM relationships, and global service infrastructure across marine, RV, and industrial pump markets.
• Pentair: Global water solutions company owning Shurflo and serving marine, RV, pool, and industrial fluid handling markets. Larger incumbent competitor with broader product portfolio and deeper channel relationships than Albin.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/albinpumpmarine
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/albin-pump-marine

Compliance1 record

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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