Konecranes to supply electric forklifts to Swedish forestry firm Södra
Lifting equipment manufacturer Konecranes Oyj has received an order from Swedish company Södra for four electric forklifts. The delivery will support the forestry sector's operational needs.
Konecranes Oyj, a global leader in lifting equipment, announced it has secured an order from Swedish forestry group Södra for four fully electric forklifts. The machines are intended for demanding industrial applications within the forestry sector.
Södra, one of Sweden's largest forest industry companies, operates an extensive network of production facilities. The adoption of electric forklifts aligns with Södra's ongoing commitment to reducing its reliance on fossil fuels and enhancing its environmental sustainability.
Konecranes has not disclosed financial details or the delivery timeline for this specific order. The company has a track record of supplying electrified material handling solutions to industrial clients, aiming to boost logistics efficiency and cut emissions.
The procurement of these electric forklifts is part of Södra's strategic move towards more sustainable production practices. Konecranes views this order as a positive signal for its electrified material handling solutions in the global market.