STILL GmbH

STILL GmbH is a leading German manufacturer of forklift trucks, warehouse equipment, and comprehensive intralogistics systems, founded in 1920 by Hans Still in Hamburg with a vision driven by creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and quality. Over more than a century of operations, STILL has evolved from a startup venture into one of Europe's most respected brands in material handling equipment and warehouse automation. The company operates as a key subsidiary of KION Group, the largest forklift manufacturer in Europe and second-largest globally, contributing significantly to KION's position as the world's leading supplier of warehouse automation equipment. STILL's Hamburg headquarters serves as one of KION Group's largest production facilities in Europe, manufacturing diesel and electric counterbalanced forklifts with load capacities ranging from 1.0 to 8.0 tons, with an annual production capacity of approximately 30,000 units. The company employs around 9,000 highly qualified professionals across research and development, production, sales, and service operations, operating through 6 production plants, 14 branches in Germany, and 21 subsidiary companies internationally. STILL's global reach extends to over 100 countries, providing tailored internal logistics solutions that encompass forklift trucks, platform trucks, tractors, and sophisticated intralogistics systems. The company's product portfolio includes electric forklifts, reach trucks, stackers, order pickers, and turret trucks, all supported by advanced software solutions and comprehensive service offerings. STILL has pioneered innovative technologies in sustainable material handling, developing electric solutions that achieve performance parity with diesel engines while eliminating CO2 emissions and other greenhouse gases. The Hamburg facility houses not only production operations but also the northern German branch office, service and spare parts center, training facilities, logistics terminal, and the STILL Arena event venue, creating a comprehensive ecosystem for customer engagement and employee development. As part of KION Group's €11.5 billion revenue operation in 2024, STILL contributes to the parent company's strong market position with core values centered on integrity, collaboration, courage, and excellence, continuing to shape the future of intelligent warehouse automation and material handling across global markets.