Konecranes Explained

Konecranes Oyj
Type:Julkinen osakeyhtiö
Predecessor:Crane division of Kone
Isin:FI0009005870
Industry:Engineering and service
Products:Heavy and standard lifting cranes and service
Revenue: billion
Revenue Year:2023
Operating Income: million
Income Year:2023
Net Income: million
Net Income Year:2023
Assets: billion
Assets Year:2023
Equity: billion
Equity Year:2023
Num Employees: 16,586
Num Employees Year:2023
Homepage:www.konecranes.com
Location City:Hyvinkää
Location Country:Finland
Footnotes:[1] [2]

Konecranes Oyj is a Finnish company, headquartered in Hyvinkää, which specializes in the manufacture and service of cranes and lifting equipment as well as the service of machine tools.

Konecranes is one of the largest crane manufacturers in the world[3] and it produces about one in ten of the world's cranes,[4] of which around 80% are for use in factories, the rest at ports.[5] Konecranes operates in over 50 countries and has about 16,500 employees.[6]

Corporate history

As part of Kone (1933-1994)

Konecranes originated within the Finnish Kone Corporation. Its history traces back to 1933 when Kone embarked on the production of Electric Overhead Traveling Cranes. In 1988 the crane business was combined into the KONE Cranes Division.[7]

KONE Cranes Division remained an integral component of Kone until the year 1994. In February of that year, Kone made a strategic decision to refocus its efforts on the elevator business, leading to the divestiture of the crane division into an independent entity. This newly established company was named KCI Konecranes, with ownership transferred to the equity company Industri Kapital.[8] [9] [10]

The first CEO was Dr. Stig Gustavson.[11]

KCI Konecranes (1994-2005)

During Gustavson's time as CEO of KCI Konecranes, the company saw success with profitable operations and increased order backlog. The company was listed on the Helsinki Stock Exchange in 1996.

The Asian economic crisis in the late 1990s temporarily affected sales, but in the 2000s, KCI Konecranes continued to grow by establishing new factories and making acquisitions to expand into new markets, becoming one of Finland's most international companies.[12]

In 1997, the company acquired German MAN SWF Krantechnik,[13] and operations in China began in 2002 with a factory in Shanghai.[14] The product range expanded in 2004 to include lift trucks and reach stackers with the acquisition of the Swedish SMV Liftrucks.[15] Further acquisitions followed in 2005, including R.STAHL AG's material handling division and MMH Holdings, Inc.[16] [17]

A merger plan between Partek and KCI Konecranes was announced in 2002. However, the merger fell apart on the same day as Kone unexpectedly announced the purchase of the state's 30.2% ownership in Partek, effectively preventing the union. Gustavson acknowledged Partek's move to Kone and revealed the company's withdrawal from the merger plan.[18] [19]

In the summer of 2005 Gustavson retired as CEO but he remained as the chairman of the board.

Pekka Lundmark, then the CEO of Hackman, succeeded Gustavson as CEO of KCI Konecranes.[20]

Konecranes (2006-2015)

In 2006 KCI Konecranes released a new global brand strategy. In it they dropped the KCI from the company name and adopted the slogan "Lifting Businesses".[21]

Konecranes continued its focus on diversification, expanding its product portfolio to include a broader range of lifting equipment, material handling, and industrial services. This strategy allowed the company to tap into new markets and industries beyond its traditional stronghold in port and container handling equipment.[22]

By 2008, the acquisition of key competitors and strategic partnerships enabled the company to establish a more robust presence in North America, Asia, and other emerging markets. This period saw Konecranes setting up new manufacturing facilities and service centers across various continents.

In the early 2010s, Konecranes invested heavily in research and development to introduce technologies such as automation, remote monitoring, and predictive maintenance, into its product offerings.[23] [24]

in 2015 Pekka Lundmark announced his resignation as the CEO.[25] He is succeeded by Panu Routila who comes from Ahlström Capital.[26]

Konecranes and Terex (2015-2020)

In the summer of 2015 Konecranes announced a merger plan with the US based Terex Corporation. The new Konecranes Terex plc would have been based in Finland and would have been the industry leader. The merger was estimated to be completed by the end of the first half of 2016.[27]

in May of 2016 the merger was called off due to an competing offer to Terex by the China based Zoomlion. Instead of the merger Terex agreed to sell the Material Handling and Port Solutions division to Konecranes for 1.3 billion euros.[28] [29]

In August of the same year the European Commission approved the sale but with the condition that Konecranes would have to divest their STAHL Cranesystems business.[30] In December Konecranes announced that it had sold Stahl to US based Columbus McKinnon.[31]

In January of 2017 the acquisition of the Terex MHPS -division was completed. [32] Also the MHPS got back its old name as the division was renamed to as Demag Cranes & Components.[33]

In February 2020 Rob Smith was named as the new CEO who joined Konecranes from AGCO.[34]

Konecranes and Cargotec (2020-2022)

In October 2020 Konecranes informed about a plan to merge with another Finnish company called Cargotec (also a former division of Kone).[35]

In August 2021 Rob Smith informed that he will leave Konecranes by the end of the year. After Smith and until the merger is complete, the interim CEO of Konecranes was the CFO, mr. Teo Ottola. [36] It was also announced that the CEO of Cargotec, Mika Vehviläinen, would be the CEO of the new company.[37]

Also in August 2021 the Chinese State Administration for Market Regulation approved the merger.[38]

In February 2022, the European Commission approved the merger.[39]

In 29th of March, 2022 the UK Competitions and Markets authority informed that they are blocking the merger. [40]

On the same day Konecranes and Cargotec informed that the merger has been cancelled. [41]

Konecranes (2022-)

In October 2022, Anders Svensson started as the new CEO of Konecranes. He joined Konecranes from Sandvik.[42]

In April 2024, it was announced Konecranes had acquired the German crane and service supplier, Kocks Kranbau for an undisclosed amount.[43]

Business operations

Konecranes operates through three business areas.

Industrial Equipment

The Industrial Equipment business area specializes in the design, production, and distribution of industrial cranes and material handling equipment. This includes overhead cranes, workstation lifting systems, hoists, and customized load handling attachments. Serving diverse sectors such as manufacturing, automotive, steel, and paper.[44] [45]

Service

The Service business area is delivering maintenance, refurbishment, and repair services.[46]

Port Services

The Port Services business area is dedicated to catering to the demands of port and terminal operations worldwide. Using advanced container handling technologies, this segment delivers container cranes, straddle carriers, and other specialized equipment for cargo movement and storage in ports.[47]

Subsidiaries

Some of the fully owned subsidiaries by Konecranes:[48]

Shareholders

The top 10 major shareholders as of 22 of August, 2023.[49]

  1. Solidium Oy
  2. Varma Mutual Pension Insurance Company
  3. Ilmarinen Mutual Pension Insurance Company
  4. Holding Manutas Oy (investment company of Antti Herlin)[50]
  5. Grotenfelt Nora Elisabeth
  6. Landtman Johanna Helena
  7. Elo Mutual Pension Insurance Company
  8. Svenska litteratursällskapet i Finland r.f.
  9. The State Pension Fund
  10. Säästöpankki Funds

References

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Governance and Financial Review 2023 . 2024-06-26 . Konecranes.
  2. Web site: KCR, Konecranes Oyj . Nasdaq . 2018-10-06.
  3. Web site: Which are the largest crane manufacturers in the world in 2022? . 2023-08-22 . International Cranes and Specialized Transport.
  4. News: Konecranes Rises Most in 10 Years on Earnings, Target. ben-Aaron. Diana. 30 July 2008. Bloomberg. 2008-07-30.
  5. News: Konecranes proves a tower of strength. Marsh. Peter. 28 July 2008. Financial Times. 2008-07-30.
  6. Web site: Konecranes in Brief . 2023-08-22 . Konecranes . en.
  7. Web site: History . 2023-08-22 . Konecranes . en.
  8. Web site: 2019-10-01 . Konecranes - laatuyhtiön liiketoiminnot nousuun? Sijoitustieto.fi . 2023-08-22 . www.sijoitustieto.fi . fi.
  9. Web site: History . 2023-08-22 . Konecranes . en.
  10. Web site: KCI Konecranes (Konecranes) I Private Equity Investment I Mid Cap . 2023-08-22 . IK Partners . en-GB.
  11. Web site: 2020-02-19 . Stig Gustavson - MCF Corporate Finance . 2023-08-22 . www.mcfcorpfin.com . en-US.
  12. Web site: Vuorineuvos Stig Gustavson (1945–) . 2023-08-22 . kansallisbiografia.fi.
  13. Web site: Behind the badge - HOIST magazine . 2023-08-22 . www.hoistmagazine.com.
  14. Web site: KCI Konecranes strengthens its positions in China Corporate press releases . 2023-08-22 . Konecranes . en.
  15. Web site: The story of Konecranes Lift Trucks Konecranes Lift trucks . 2023-08-22 . www.kclifttrucks.com.
  16. Web site: Konecranes to buy R Stahl Foerdertechnik - HOIST magazine . 2023-08-22 . www.hoistmagazine.com.
  17. Web site: KCI Konecranes acquired 100 % ownership stake in MMH Holdings, Inc. and ups its full year 2006 guidance Stock exchange releases . 2023-08-22 . Konecranes . en.
  18. Web site: Partek Konecranes swiftly abandon merger plans in face of Kone opposition - Cranes Today . 2023-08-22 . www.cranestodaymagazine.com.
  19. Web site: Erola . Marko . 2002-05-21 . Valtio myy Partek-osuutensa Koneelle . 2023-08-22 . Ilta-Sanomat . fi.
  20. Web site: Pekka Lundmark new CEO of KCI Konecranes Stock exchange releases . 2023-08-22 . Konecranes . en.
  21. Web site: KCI Konecranes to refresh its brand identity Stock exchange releases . 2023-08-22 . Konecranes . en.
  22. Web site: Mergers & Acquisitions . 2023-08-22 . Konecranes . en.
  23. Web site: 2015-08-27 . Industrial Internet Now Offers a Tantalizing Glimpse Into the Future . 2023-08-22 . Yahoo News . en-SG.
  24. Web site: 2014-09-10 . Q&A: Konecranesin Pekka Lundmark ja teollinen internet . 2023-08-22 . Sitra . fi.
  25. Web site: Konecranes Plc's President and CEO Pekka Lundmark to leave the Company Stock exchange releases . 2023-08-22 . Konecranes . en.
  26. Web site: Panu Routila appointed Konecranes Plc's new President and CEO Stock exchange releases . 2023-08-22 . Konecranes . en.
  27. Web site: 2015-08-11 . Konecranes announces merger with US heavy equipment company . 2023-08-22 . News . en.
  28. Web site: 2016-05-18 . Terex walks away from Konecranes merger to continue talks with Zoomlion . 2023-08-22 . Equipment World . en-us.
  29. News: 2016-05-16 . Konecranes to buy Terex unit, full merger scrapped . en . Reuters . 2023-08-22.
  30. Web site: Konecranes' acquisition of Terex MHPS clears, but Stahl divestment required - HOIST magazine . 2023-08-22 . www.hoistmagazine.com.
  31. News: 2016-12-07 . BRIEF-Konecranes sells STAHL CraneSystems business to Columbus McKinnon . en . Reuters . 2023-08-22.
  32. Web site: Konecranes has completed the acquisition of MHPS business Stock exchange releases . 2023-08-22 . Konecranes . en.
  33. Web site: History Demagcranes . 2023-08-22 . www.demagcranes.com.
  34. Web site: 2019-10-07 . Konecranes appoints Rob Smith as President and CEO . 2023-08-22 . American Journal of Transportation.
  35. Web site: 2020-10-02 . Finland's Cargotec and Konecranes to merge into global leader in material flow . 2023-08-22 . Helsinki Times . en-gb.
  36. Web site: President and CEO Rob Smith to leave Konecranes Stock exchange releases . 2023-08-22 . Konecranes . en.
  37. Web site: Mika Vehviläinen named CEO as Cargotec and Konecranes . 2023-08-22 . my-crane.com.
  38. Web site: 2021-08-20 . China approves Cargotec and Konecranes merger . 2023-08-22 . International Cranes and Specialized Transport . en.
  39. Web site: Mergers: Commission clears the merger of Cargotec with Konecranes, subject to conditions . 2023-08-22 . European Commission - European Commission . en.
  40. Web site: CMA blocks planned Cargotec / Konecranes merger . 2023-08-22 . GOV.UK . en.
  41. Web site: Kauppalehti . 2023-08-22 . The UK CMA blocks the merger between Cargotec and Konecranes and thus the Companies have Jointly Decided to Cancel the Planned Merger . 2023-08-22 . Tärkeimmät talousuutiset Kauppalehti . fi.
  42. Web site: Konecranes appoints new CEO . 2023-08-22 . vertikal.net . en.
  43. News: 10 April 2024 . Konecranes Acquires German Kocks Kranbau . Hoist Magazine.
  44. Web site: Evolution of our segments . 2023-08-25 . Konecranes . en.
  45. Web site: Industrial Cranes . 2023-08-25 . Konecranes . en-uk.
  46. Web site: Konecranes Service . 2023-08-25 . Konecranes . en-uk.
  47. Web site: Port Solutions . 2023-08-25 . Konecranes . en-uk.
  48. Web site: Governance and Financial Review 2022 . 2023-08-23 . Konecranes.
  49. Web site: Major Shareholders . 2023-08-22 . Konecranes . en.
  50. Web site: Antti Herlin - Biography . 2023-08-22 . www.marketscreener.com . en.