Kalmar

What Kalmar does

Kalmar Corporation (Kalmar Oyj) is a Finnish public limited company headquartered in Helsinki that designs, manufactures, and services heavy material handling equipment, terminal automation systems, and charging infrastructure for ports, terminals, distribution centres, and heavy industry. The company's portfolio spans terminal tractors (TT7 diesel series and Ottawa electric line), reachstackers (Gloria and Super Gloria), forklifts across 5-85 ton capacity classes, straddle carriers (electric, hybrid, and AutoStrad automated), empty and loaded container handlers, and ship-to-shore crane modernisation services. On top of the equipment base, Kalmar sells an automation stack anchored by the Kalmar One standalone automation system, SmartPort process automation, the robotic portfolio, and the MyKalmar INSIGHT fleet performance and predictive analytics platform, all supported by a network of 1,400+ service technicians across more than 120 countries.

The business model combines one-time equipment sales with a growing base of recurring revenue streams: multi-year Kalmar Care maintenance contracts (for example 7-year extensions through 2032 with Dublin Ferryport Terminals and Belfast Container Terminal), MyKalmar INSIGHT subscriptions bundled with equipment, Automation as a Service, EcoFlex Rental, parts sales through the MyParts webshop (now backed by Syncron's cloud-based Parts Planning system going live October 2026), and Kalmar Training Academy fees. Equipment pricing is quote-based via direct enterprise sales and a global dealer network, with large terminal operators (APM Terminals, PSA Antwerp, Maher Terminals, Patrick Terminals, Hanseatic Global Terminals/Hapag-Lloyd, Transnet, VICT) and heavy industrial customers (ArcelorMittal, SSAB, Yilport) anchoring order flow. Kalmar was created as an independent listed entity in 2024 through a partial demerger from Cargotec Corporation and trades on the Helsinki Stock Exchange (KALMAR.HE); it reported FY2025 sales of approximately EUR 1.7 billion, a 12.8% full-year comparable operating profit margin, and an eco portfolio representing 43% of 2025 sales.

The company's go-to-market relies on direct enterprise field sales for major port and industrial accounts, supported by a global dealer network for mid-market and SMB customers, country-specific local websites (kalmarglobal.com with 14+ country sites), the MyKalmar customer portal for parts ordering and EU Data Act data-sharing requests, and a used-equipment e-commerce storefront. Strategic alliances with Kempower and SINEXCEL (DC and megawatt charging), Forterra (AutoDrive autonomous driving), Elonroad (in-road conductive charging rails), and Syncron (parts planning) extend the ecosystem beyond core equipment.

Name

Kalmar

Legal name

Kalmar Corporation (Kalmar Oyj)

Website

https://kalmarglobal.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

2024

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Kalmar is a Helsinki-headquartered, Helsinki-listed provider of heavy material handling equipment, terminal automation, charging infrastructure, and lifecycle services for ports, terminals, distribution centres, and heavy industry, operating in 120+ countries with ~5,200 employees.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cargo Handling Equipment & Port Automation

NAICS

Industrial Truck, Tractor, Trailer, and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing (333924)

SIC

Industrial Trucks, Tractors, Trailors & Stackers (3537), Wholesale-Machinery, Equipment & Supplies (5080), Wholesale-Industrial Machinery & Equipment (5084)

akta.pro primary industry

Container Terminal Operating Services & Management (Terminal Operator / Concessionaire) (TLAHAAAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Terminal & Port Vehicles (Yard Tractors, RoRo Tractors, Straddle Carriers) (IMAHAIAE), Dock Equipment & Yard Logistics Systems (Dock Levelers, Restraints, Yard Trucks) (IMAHABAF), Balance-of-Plant (BOP) EPC (Turbine Island, Conventional Systems, Buildings) (EUAKAAAF), Hydraulic Power Units & Systems (HPUs, Manifolds, Integrated Circuits) (IMAHAGAB)

Keywords

• Cargo handling equipment
• Port terminal automation
• Electric forklifts
• Container handling machinery
• Heavy material handling

Headquarters

HQ city

Helsinki

HQ country

Finland

HQ region

Europe

Offices16 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Equipment sales: One-time sales of heavy material handling equipment including terminal tractors, reachstackers, forklift trucks, empty container handlers, straddle carriers, and crane spreaders.
2. Parts and services: Recurring revenue from Kalmar Genuine Parts, Kalmar Care maintenance contracts, modernisation services, equipment upgrades, and aftermarket services through a global network of 1,400+ service technicians.
3. MyKalmar INSIGHT subscriptions: Recurring subscription revenue from MyKalmar INSIGHT performance management platform subscriptions bundled with equipment sales to maximize uptime.
4. Automation as a Service: Service-based offering for automation and robotics solutions including Kalmar One automation system, SmartPort, AutoStrad, and robotic portfolio delivered as managed services.
5. EcoFlex Rental Solution: Rental-based offering for equipment allowing flexible deployment to customers.
6. Professional services and training: Revenue from Kalmar Training Academy (operator, system, product, technical, and eco-driving training) and Terminal Design Services.
7. Used equipment sales: Sales of used/refurbished equipment via used.kalmarglobal.com storefront.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels5 records

Core offering

Kalmar designs, manufactures, and services heavy material handling equipment (terminal tractors, reachstackers, forklifts, empty container handlers, straddle carriers) for ports, terminals, distribution centres, and heavy industry. It also provides standalone terminal automation software (Kalmar One, SmartPort), autonomous solutions (AutoStrad, AutoTT), the MyKalmar INSIGHT fleet performance platform, multi-year maintenance contracts (Kalmar Care), and electric charging infrastructure. Revenue is generated through equipment sales, recurring services and subscriptions, Automation as a Service, and a global dealer network.

Product overview

Kalmar offers a single integrated portfolio of heavy material handling equipment, digital services and automation, organised as a platform-plus-modules architecture. The Equipment line (Forklift trucks, Terminal tractors, Reachstackers, Masted container handlers, Straddle carriers, Essential Range) is increasingly electrified across light, medium, heavy and super-heavy capacity classes, including the TT7 series, Ottawa AutoTT autonomous tractor, AutoStrad, and Gen 2 lithium-ion battery-powered machines. The Automation & Robotics line is anchored by the Kalmar One standalone automation platform, with SmartPort process automation, the Robotic Portfolio and Automation as a Service as add-on modules, plus dedicated Services for Automated Terminals. The Parts & Services line ties the equipment together through MyKalmar (customer portal), MyKalmar INSIGHT (fleet performance and predictive analytics), Kalmar Care maintenance contracts, Kalmar Genuine Parts / MyParts webshop, Kalmar Training Academy (including the new customised training simulator), Terminal Design Services, Modernisation Services, Equipment upgrades and EcoFlex Rental. The Charging Solutions line (FastCharge, Megawatt Charging System, CCS, Elonroad conductive rails) and integrations with partners such as Kempower, SINEXCEL, Forterra (AutoDrive) and Syncron extend the ecosystem.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• MyKalmar: Customer portal and digital platform for Kalmar services.
• MyKalmar INSIGHT
• Kalmar Care
• Kalmar Genuine Parts
• Kalmar One
• Kalmar AutoStrad
• Kalmar Training Academy
• EcoFlex
• SmartPort
• AutoTT
• Move2Green
• Ottawa

Products and services

• Kalmar TT7 Series Terminal Tractor Three-model diesel terminal tractor series (TT770, TT785, TT795) with gross combination weights of 70,000-95,000 kg and lifting capacities of 20,000-32,000 kg, for port, yard, distribution and logistics shunting operations.
• Kalmar TT7 EV Terminal Tractor Battery-electric variant of the TT7 platform featuring MyKalmar INSIGHT connectivity for battery monitoring, targeted at zero-emission port and logistics operations.
• Kalmar Ottawa T2 Terminal Tractor

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 50-ton carbon emission reduction per hybrid ACC unit annually at VICT with 40% energy efficiency gains
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers15 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

AI capability7 records

Feature14 records

Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered major, minor and flagship.

• C. Steinweg-Handelsveem B.V.majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 June 2026Four-decade partnership extended with new order for two electric reachstackers in Rotterdam, including Kalmar Care service contract and MyKalmar INSIGHT subscription. Delivery scheduled for Q1 2027 at Steinweg multipurpose and breakbulk terminals.
• SyncronmajorTechnology or Integration · 9 June 2026Multi-year partnership for cloud-based Parts Planning solution signed in March 2026 with system going live in October 2026. Replaces legacy parts planning system to improve parts availability, inventory performance, and aftermarket service responsiveness across global dealer network. Includes phased expansion with data enablement and dealer inventory management.
• Victoria International Container Terminal (VICT)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 June 2026Collaboration since 2017 resulting in deployment of four Kalmar hybrid automatic container carriers with twin-box lifting up to 60 tons, lithium-ion battery systems enabling 40% energy efficiency gains, and up to 50-ton carbon emission reduction per unit annually at Port of Melbourne.
• SSAB Special Steels OxelösundminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 May 2026First customised training simulator order from SSAB driven by long-standing relationship and Kalmar's ability to provide tailored training solution for SSAB's existing fleet of approximately 50 Kalmar machines. Delivery scheduled for Q4 2026.
• Lechman TerminaismajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 April 2026Order for six electric empty container handlers featuring 400 kWh batteries capable of stacking containers seven-high, booked in Q2 2026 with delivery scheduled for Q1 2027. First placement of new-generation electric empty container handlers in Latin America.
• PSA AntwerpmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 April 2026Agreement to supply 14 hybrid straddle carriers combining diesel engine with battery system to reduce fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions, with delivery scheduled for late 2026.
• Tampere UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 30 March 2026Donation of 100,000 euros to support development of strategic technologies including electrification, automation, AI, and digitalisation. Aims to accelerate research, attract talent, and deepen cooperation in national and international projects.
• Yilport Oslo Terminal Investments ASmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 March 2026Partnership extension with order for three electric reachstackers supporting environmental goals by reducing CO₂ emissions through electric-powered equipment. Delivery scheduled for early Q4 2026, continuing long-term collaboration.
• Maher TerminalsflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 February 2026Major order for 30 hybrid straddle carriers to be deployed at the port in New Jersey, USA, with delivery scheduled in Q4 2026, supporting fleet renewal and sustainability goals including safety enhancements through Kalmar Collision Warning System.
• Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)majorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 21 January 2026Strategic IT transformation partnership consolidating Kalmar's global IT operations into an integrated AI-powered delivery model covering applications, infrastructure, end-user services, and hybrid cloud operations for 5,200 employees. Aims to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and strengthen service reliability.
• Kempower and SINEXCELmajorTechnology or Integration · 9 December 2025Joint development of new DC charging solutions for electric material-handling equipment, including a megawatt charging system available globally tailored to customer needs to accelerate green transition in material-handling and logistics.
• ElonroadmajorTechnology or Integration · 9 December 2025Joint project to develop dynamic electric road technology for port environments using conductive charging rails. Kalmar Ottawa T2 EV electric terminal tractor deployed on in-road charging system in Ljungby, Sweden, funded by Swedish Energy Agency, to verify continuous electric operations compete with diesel.
• Patrick TerminalsflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 December 2025New 10-year strategic supply agreement signed at Brisbane AutoStrad Terminal anniversary celebration, reinforcing a partnership that has lasted over two decades. Focus on automation, efficiency, safety, and decarbonization initiatives across Patrick's terminals in Australia.
• Independent Rough Terrain Center (IRTC)majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 2 December 2025Strategic partnership to globally distribute and service IRTC's Rough Terrain Container Handler (RTCH). Leverages Kalmar's international sales and service network for training, support, and aftermarket services across defence, mining, and resource exploration applications.
• ArcelorMittalmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 25 November 2025Agreement to supply 12 forklift trucks including models equipped with second-generation lithium-ion batteries, scheduled for delivery during Q1 2026, supporting ArcelorMittal's sustainability goals by reducing carbon emissions in steelmaking processes.
• Dublin Ferryport Terminals (Irish Continental Group)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 November 2025Seven-year Kalmar Care maintenance contract extended until 2032 covering onsite maintenance and automation support for the terminal's fleet of cargo-handling equipment. Part of 25-year partnership.
• Belfast Container Terminal Ltd (BCT)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 November 2025Seven-year Kalmar Care maintenance contract extended to Q3 2032 covering onsite maintenance and automation support for BCT's diverse fleet at Belfast Harbour.
• Transnet Port TerminalsmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 7 November 2025Sustainability-focused collaboration with order for 16 hybrid straddle carriers to be delivered in 2026 for operations in South Africa, aimed at improving operational efficiency and reducing fuel consumption and emissions.
• Hanseatic Global Terminals (HGT, Hapag-Lloyd)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 June 2025Order for 14 hybrid straddle carriers for the Atlantique container terminal in Le Havre, France, with delivery scheduled for Q2 2026, aiming to cut emissions, fuel costs, and noise levels.
• ForterraflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 April 2025Joint development of the Ottawa AutoTT autonomous terminal tractor solution for distribution centers, container terminals, and industrial yards. Combines Kalmar's terminal tractors, Forterra's AutoDrive system, and Kalmar's automation platform. Rollout beginning in North America with full production planned for late 2026.

Scale indicators16 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Konecranes: Konecranes is Kalmar's closest direct competitor, manufacturing port cranes, reachstackers, container handlers, and lift trucks for the same global port and heavy-industry customer base. Both companies compete head-to-head in ship-to-shore cranes, RTGs, and terminal tractor-adjacent equipment.
• Liebherr: Liebherr's maritime cranes and material handling division competes directly with Kalmar in ship-to-shore cranes, mobile harbor cranes, and reachstackers. Both serve global port operators with overlapping equipment portfolios and aftermarket service networks.
• ZPMC (Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries): ZPMC is the world's largest manufacturer of ship-to-shore and rubber-tyred gantry cranes and a major port equipment competitor to Kalmar. It competes aggressively on price in container handling equipment across Asia, Africa, and the Americas.
• SANY: SANY's port machinery division produces ship-to-shore cranes, reachstackers, and heavy forklifts directly competitive with Kalmar's port equipment line. It is an emerging global challenger particularly active in Asia, the Middle East, and Africa.

Broad incumbents

• Hyster-Yale Group: Hyster-Yale manufactures lift trucks (Hyster and Yale brands) and port equipment including reachstackers and empty container handlers that overlap with Kalmar's heavy forklift and container handling portfolios. It is a broader industrial incumbent rather than a port-specialist.
• Terex Corporation: Terex's materials processing and port solutions businesses overlap with Kalmar in port handling equipment and rough-terrain material handling. As a diversified industrial OEM it competes more selectively in the specific port equipment categories where Kalmar specializes.
• Toyota Material Handling: Toyota Material Handling is a global leader in forklift trucks and a broad incumbent in material handling. It competes with Kalmar in forklift categories (especially light and medium-duty) but does not focus on port-specific equipment like straddle carriers and AutoStrad.

Emerging players

• Manitou Group: Manitou produces rough-terrain material handling and telehandler equipment with partial overlap to Kalmar's heavy forklift and rough terrain container handler (RTCH) offering. It is a meaningful European player with growing exposure to industrial and port-adjacent applications.

Others

• Cargotec (MacGregor): Cargotec is Kalmar's former parent, retaining MacGregor (marine cargo and load handling) and Hiab (on-road load handling) after the 2024 demerger. While not a direct competitor in port equipment post-demerger, it remains a thematically related industrial peer for capital-markets comparison.
• Forterra: Forterra is Kalmar's autonomous driving technology partner for the Ottawa AutoTT terminal tractor program. As an enabling technology provider rather than a competitor, Forterra is an adjacent player in the port automation ecosystem that co-develops rather than competes with Kalmar.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Kalmarglobal
• YouTubeyoutube.com/KalmarGlobal
• Facebookfacebook.com/kalmarglobal
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/kalmar
• Instagraminstagram.com/kalmarglobal
• TikToktiktok.com/@kalmarofficial

Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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