KION Group AG

KION Group AG is a globally recognized supply chain solutions company and one of the world's leading suppliers of industrial trucks, warehouse automation, and logistics technology. Founded in 2006 through the demerger of Linde's materials handling operations, KION has established itself as the second-largest forklift manufacturer globally by revenue, after Toyota Industries. The company operates through two primary business segments: Industrial Trucks & Services, encompassing forklift trucks and warehouse technology under the brands Linde Material Handling, STILL, Baoli, Fenwick, and OM; and Supply Chain Solutions, providing integrated automation technology and software solutions for supply chain optimization through its Dematic brand. With a comprehensive portfolio spanning from manual pallet trucks to fully automated warehouse systems, KION serves customers across more than 100 countries through approximately 2,000 sales and service locations. The company generated revenue of €11.5 billion in 2024, employing over 42,000 people worldwide. KION's strategic focus centers on sustainability, digitalization, and artificial intelligence integration, positioning the company at the forefront of Industry 4.0 developments in logistics and material handling. The Frankfurt-based corporation is 46.5% owned by Chinese automotive giant Weichai Power, reflecting the increasingly global nature of industrial equipment markets.