Axis Communications

Axis Communications is a Swedish company specializing in network video solutions, including security cameras, access control, and intercom systems. The firm was acquired by Canon Inc. in 2015, which serves as its parent company, while Axis continues to maintain its global headquarters in Lund, Sweden.

EUEU HQ

Brand Identity Data

HQ Country
Sweden
HQ City
Lund
Founded
1984
EU Headquartered
Yes
EU Manufactured
No
Ownership Type
private
Stock Exchange
Private
Tax Domicile
SE
Ultimate Parent
Canon Inc.
AI Trains on User Data
false
GDPR Status
compliant
Carbon Neutral
true
B Corp Certified
No
Supply Chain
High
Repair / Recycling
Yes ✓
Ethical Certifications
ISO 14001, ISO 9001, ISO 27001

Verified on October 15, 2026

Corporate Lineage

1984

Company Founded

Axis Communications was founded in Lund, Sweden by Martin Gren, Mikael Karlsson, and Keith Bloodworth.

1996

Network Camera Launch

Axis launched the world's first network camera, the Neteye 200.

2015

Acquisition by Canon

Canon Inc. acquired Axis Communications through a public tender offer.


Verification Sources

  1. [1]Axis Communications on Wikidata
  2. [2]Axis Communications LEI
  3. [3]Axis Communications website