Norwegian AI leader Antire buys the Danish industrial tech company Minds and Co. With the acquisition, Antire establishes a Nordic AI giant that will accelerate the green energy transition.
Antire, the Nordic technology company specializing in people-focused, AI-powered solutions, has acquired Minds and Co, a Danish consultancy with extensive expertise in digital transformation for the renewable energy sector. This accelerates Antire’s strategy to deliver industry-specific, sustainable AI solutions and marks a significant expansion into Europe’s fast-growing renewable technology market, expected to triple and surpass $2 trillion globally by 2035 (IEA).
By uniting operational data mastery with cutting-edge AI, Antire and Minds and Co are poised to redefine how the energy sector unlocks value in the green transition.
Runar Vestrheim, CEO of Antire, says: “With the acquisition of Minds and Co we are bringing together two strong environments with deep industry expertise and a shared vision: to further speed up the green energy transition with the help of artificial intelligence.”
Backed by long-term investment partner, Credo Partners, the acquisition strengthens Antire’s vertical footprint in renewables and extends its presence into Denmark and Germany—two key geographies in the European energy transition. Credo’s continued support plays a vital role in scaling Antire’s mission to lead with purpose-driven innovation and deliver on its “AI for good” commitment.
Minds and Co brings outstanding domain expertise in wind energy and a 3P philosophy—people, planet, profit—that aligns closely with Antire’s values. With a proven track record of supporting leading players such as Siemens Gamesa, Vestas, Ørsted, Vattenfall, and Ingka Group, and one of the most robust wind data platforms in the market, the company is a driving force in the green transition.
What makes this partnership truly powerful is how complementary the two companies are: Minds and Co operates at the core of operational data in renewables, while Antire brings leading expertise in machine learning (ML), artificial intelligence (AI), data, and cloud-native business applications. Together, they’re poised to unlock real value at the intersection of renewables and AI—delivering smarter, more sustainable solutions to help businesses thrive in the energy transition.
“This is more than a strategic expansion—it’s a statement of intent. Minds & Co gives us a credible and purpose-driven entry into renewables, while we equip them with advanced AI capabilities to unlock value in an industry where time, data, and climate impact are critical,” says Runar Vestrheim, CEO of Antire.
The partnership also reflects a shared belief that people come first—making innovation more human, more collaborative, and more meaningful.
“People are at the heart of both our companies—how we work, how we build solutions, and how we create value. That alignment is just as important as the business case. Together, we’re building something that’s not only powerful, but human-centered,” says Jesper Lund Christensen, general manager of Minds and Co.
Scaling AI for good in a high-growth sector
As Europe races to meet its climate targets, demand for smarter, data-driven energy solutions is rapidly accelerating. Minds and Co, long at the core of operational data in renewables, now gains access to Antire’s leading capabilities in applied and agentic AI—amplifying its ability to deliver scalable impact.
Together, the companies will help renewable energy clients:
- Automate decision-making using operational and environmental data
- Identify optimization opportunities and unlock untapped business value
- Build resilient, future-proof digital platforms that scale with demand
This acquisition positions Antire as a leader in a strategically aligned, high-growth vertical—where AI innovation and climate responsibility converge. It’s also a key step in delivering on Antire’s broader vision of “AI for good.”
“We’ve always focused on meaningful change at the core of the energy transition. Partnering with Antire gives us the scale, reach, and AI expertise to deepen that impact—and bring more value to our customers across Europe,” says Jesper Lund Christensen, general manager of Minds and Co.
Benefits for customers, partners, and people
This partnership creates real, tangible value across the board. For renewable energy clients and partners, it delivers sector-specific AI solutions backed by deep expertise in wind, hydro, and solar—and the capacity to execute at scale across the Nordics and Germany. For Antire’s broader customer base, it provides a vertical blueprint for AI innovation in high-impact sectors. And for employees across both organizations, it opens new doors for growth, collaboration, and meaningful work—united by shared values and a commitment to responsible technology.
Minds and Co will continue to operate under its current brand during the initial integration phase. The teams are already working closely on joint go-to-market strategies, customer projects, and product development—built on a foundation of mutual trust, shared purpose, and bold ambition.
Read what Finansavisen writes about the acquisition.