Jekko

What Jekko does

Jekko s.r.l. is an Italian privately-held manufacturer of mini cranes and compact lifting equipment, founded in 1972 (formal incorporation 2016) and headquartered in Godega di S. Urbano in the province of Treviso, Italy. The company designs and manufactures its entire product line in Italy, organized across five core series: SPX telescopic crawler cranes with stabilizers (2.8-8 tonne capacity), JF articulated knuckle-boom cranes on tracked chassis (6.1-22 tonne), MPK electric pick-and-carry mini pickers (0.6-5 tonne), TRX truck-mounted mini cranes (3.2-8 tonne), and JCX stabilizer-free telescopic crawler cranes (8 tonne). Across most models Jekko offers fully electric lithium-battery, diesel bi-energy (diesel + electric), and hybrid configurations, with proprietary technology including a 10-inch IP66 touch-screen control interface, an integrated Load Moment Indicator (LMI) safety system with dynamic oscillation control, variable-stability outrigger configuration, and the unique JCX stabilizer-free design for operation in spaces where outrigger placement is impossible. Accessories include the JVM800R vacuum glass manipulator and a range of beam/pipe manipulators and lifting beams.

Jekko operates a pure indirect distribution model, selling exclusively through 30+ authorized dealers across 5 continents covering 50+ countries, supported by wholly-owned national subsidiaries in Germany (Jekko Deutschland GmbH, Witten), the UK (Jekko Cranes UK Ltd, Kidderminster), France (Saint-Fargeau-Ponthierry), and Poland (Jekko Polska Sp. z o.o., Krakow). Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed; customer engagements are documented as multi-year contracts with dealers. End-customer segments are diverse and horizontal: construction and building (the primary segment, including restoration of historic sites such as Craigmillar Castle for Historic Environment Scotland), industrial maintenance, glass handling and glazing, arboriculture, emergency and recovery services, and aviation/maritime. Notable use cases include recovery of a US Air Force CV-22 Osprey on Norwegian terrain, installation of a 16,000+ pipe organ at Christ Cathedral in California, and glass façade work at Zaryadye Park and Federation Tower in Moscow. The company employs 101-250 people and has stated share capital of €1,000,000; revenue is not publicly disclosed.

The business model is hardware sales of capital equipment with telematics-enabled aftermarket support via the TrackUnit-integrated J-Link remote monitoring platform, which provides real-time machine tracking and predictive maintenance data. Jekko has no disclosed external equity funding and appears to be independently owned. Recent strategic activity centers on electrifying the product line (JF235CL, TRX80 launched in 2025), expanding the European dealer footprint (Peršić Rental & Sales for Croatia/Slovenia in 2026), and participating in EU-funded sustainable construction initiatives (FraimWork Consortium). Leadership is anchored by founder Diego Tomasella as CEO and President, with Alberto Franceschini serving as Export Manager.

Name

Jekko

Legal name

Jekko s.r.l.

Website

https://jekko-cranes.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1972

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Jekko is an Italian privately-held manufacturer of mini cranes and compact lifting equipment (SPX, JF, MPK, TRX, JCX series, 0.6-22 tonne capacity), sold globally through 30+ authorized dealers across 50+ countries, serving construction, industrial maintenance, glazing, and specialty recovery end markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Mini Cranes & Compact Lifting Equipment

NAICS

Construction Machinery Manufacturing (333120), Material Handling Equipment Manufacturing (33392), Industrial Truck, Tractor, Trailer, and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing (333924)

SIC

Construction Machinery & Equip (3531), Special Industry Machinery (No Metalworking Machinery) (3550)

akta.pro primary industry

Mobile & Crawler Cranes (IMAHAJAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Truck-Mounted & Loader Cranes (IMAHAJAF), Jib Cranes (IMAHAJAE), Cranes, Hoists & Overhead Material Handling (Industrial) (IMAHABAE)

Keywords

• Mini cranes
• Compact lifting equipment
• Telescopic crawler cranes
• Articulated crawler cranes
• Electric pick and carry

Headquarters

HQ city

Colle Umberto

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Mini Crane and Lifting Equipment Sales: Jekko generates revenue primarily through the manufacture and sale of mini cranes including SPX telescopic crawler cranes, JF articulated crawler cranes, MPK electric mini pickers, TRX truck-mounted cranes, and JCX telescopic crawler cranes. Products are available in diesel, electric/battery, and bi-energy configurations. The company also sells accessories including glass manipulators, beam and pipe handlers, and lifting beams.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Jekko designs, manufactures and sells compact mini cranes and lifting equipment — telescopic crawler cranes with stabilizers (SPX), articulated crawler cranes (JF), battery-powered pick & carry mini pickers (MPK), truck-mounted mini cranes (TRX) and stabilizer-less telescopic crawlers (JCX) — together with glass manipulators, beam and pipe handlers, and lifting beams, distributed globally in diesel, electric, and bi-energy versions through an authorized dealer network.

Product overview

Jekko is an Italian manufacturer of mini cranes and compact lifting solutions. The product portfolio consists of five core product series plus accessories: SPX series (telescopic mini cranes with tracked chassis and stabilizers, 2.8-8 tonne capacity), JF series (articulated knuckle boom cranes on tracked chassis, 6.1-22 tonne capacity), MPK series (electric pick & carry mini pickers, 0.6-5 tonne capacity), TRX series (truck-mounted mini cranes, 3.2-8 tonne capacity), and JCX series (telescopic crawler cranes without stabilizers, 8 tonne capacity). All products are designed for operation in tight spaces where traditional cranes cannot access. Jekko offers multiple power options including fully electric lithium battery, diesel bi-energy (diesel + electric), and hybrid configurations across most models. Accessories include glass manipulators, beam and pipe handlers, and lifting beams.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SPX Series: Telescopic mini crawler cranes with stabilizers, designed for tight spaces and complex job sites.
• JF Series
• MPK Series
• TRX Series
• JCX Series

Products and services

• SPX328EVO Tele­scopic Mini Crane Telescopic mini crawler crane with stabilizers, 2,800 kg maximum lifting capacity, 13.2 m maximum hook height and 10.4 m maximum horizontal reach; battery-powered lithium operation; 730 mm width enabling it to pass through standard doorways. Targeted at lifting tasks in tight indoor and urban sites.
• SPX532.2 Tele­scopic Mini Crane Telescopic mini crawler crane with 3,200 kg maximum lifting capacity, 17 m maximum hook height and 14.8 m horizontal reach, available in diesel bi-energy or full-electric lithium battery configurations. Targeted at access-constrained lifting tasks across construction, industrial maintenance and recovery jobs.
• SPX650 Tele­scopic Mini Crane 5-tonne compact telescopic mini crane available in bi-energy (diesel + electric) or full-electric versions, with 23.7 m maximum height, 20 m maximum horizontal reach and a compact tracked chassis. Used where higher-capacity lifts must still pass through narrow access points.
• SPX1280 Pick & Carry Mini Crane 8-tonne pick & carry mini crane with 26.7 m maximum height, available in bi-energy or fully electric versions; 4.6 × 4.6 m maximum footprint achieved via a removable counterweight. Positioned for high-capacity compact lifting.
• JF235 Articulated Crawler Crane Articulated tracked crane with 6,150 kg lifting capacity, 25.2 m max height and 22.7 m max reach, available in bi-energy (diesel + electric) or fully electric lithium battery versions (JF235CL). Combines knuckle-boom articulation with tracked self-propulsion for access-constrained work.
• JF365 Articulated Crawler Crane Articulated tracked crane with 11,500 kg lifting capacity, 29.5 m maximum height, a 3-joint arm for maximum versatility, and a loading platform with 3.5-tonne capacity.
• JF545.2 Articulated Crawler Crane Articulated tracked crane with 15,500 kg lifting capacity, 30.8 m max height, 28.2 m max reach, and a removable 3.5-tonne counterweight system; documented for historic building maintenance (Craigmillar Castle) and recovery work.
• JF1050 Articulated Crawler Crane 22-tonne articulated tracked crane with 34.5 m maximum height, 31.6 m maximum horizontal reach, an innovative decagonal X-Design boom section, and a 5-tonne self-removable counterweight. Top of the JF articulated range.
• MPK06.2 Electric Mini Picker Electric 2-in-1 mini picker with 600 kg capacity, functioning as both a glass robot and a pick & carry crane; uses a modular vacuum manipulator for handling glass, marble and panels. Designed for indoor and space-constrained worksites that can be reached by elevator.
• MPK10.2 Electric Mini Picker 1-tonne electric 2-in-1 mini picker with vacuum manipulator for heavy-duty glazing; 5.2 m maximum height and 2.55 m maximum reach. Used by glazing contractors in indoor and on-site settings.
• MPK20.2 Electric Mini Picker 2-tonne electric mini picker on a lithium battery providing a full workday of runtime; features steer-by-wire technology and a JVM800 independent vacuum manipulator, enabling glazing robot functionality in indoor construction environments.
• MPK50 Electric Mini Picker 5-tonne battery-powered radio-controlled pick & carry mini picker with 9.3 m hook height and 6.1 m maximum reach; designed for heavy industrial lifting inside tight passages and elevator-accessible sites.
• TRX32 Truck-Mounted Mini Crane 3.2-tonne mini truck crane mounted on a 3.5-tonne compact truck, drivable with a standard B-category licence; 17.7 m maximum height and 10.3 m main boom height. Combines road mobility with lifting capability for urban and last-mile jobs.
• TRX80 Truck-Mounted Mini Crane 8-tonne compact truck crane with 27.2 m maximum reach, featuring lithium battery power for zero-emission operation and hydraulic stabilizers with infinite positioning; engineered for high performance in tight spaces.
• JCX80 Stabilizer-less Tele­scopic Crawler Crane 8-tonne telescopic crawler crane that operates without stabilizers, using a ballasted base on robust crawlers and a free-rotating turret; battery-powered lithium operation with energy recovery system; 26.5 m hook height. Operates in pass-over, tower or standard modes.
• JVM800R Glass Manipulator (800 kg) Vacuum glass manipulator with 800 kg capacity for precise glass panel handling; intended as an accessory to Jekko MPK pick & carry mini pickers and compatible bases. Sold as a standalone attachment.
• JIB500GR Beam & Pipe Manipulator (500 kg SWL) Manipulator attachment with 500 kg Safe Working Load for handling beams and pipes; sold as an accessory for Jekko mini cranes.
• JIB1000GR Beam & Pipe Manipulator (1,000 kg SWL) Higher-capacity manipulator attachment with 1,000 kg Safe Working Load for handling beams and pipes.
• JLB05 Lifting Beam (5 tonnes) 5-tonne capacity lifting beam for heavy load handling, sold as a Jekko crane accessory.
• JLB10 Lifting Beam (10 tonnes) 10-tonne capacity lifting beam for heavy load handling, sold as a Jekko crane accessory.
• JLB20 Lifting Beam (20 tonnes) 20-tonne capacity lifting beam for heavy load handling, sold as a Jekko crane accessory.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduced project timeline by over 30% compared to traditional crane approaches
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers15 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• FraimWork ConsortiumcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 June 2026Jekko participates in FraimWork, a European project for sustainable building renovation. This strategic involvement demonstrates Jekko's commitment to sustainable construction practices and positions the company as a technology partner in green building initiatives across Europe.
• Peršić Rental & SalescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 16 June 2026Peršić Rental & Sales was appointed as the new exclusive Jekko dealer for Croatia and Slovenia, operating from headquarters in Vrećari with additional locations in Zagreb, Split, and Rijeka.
• Benetton Rugby TrevisominorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Jekko is the official partner of Benetton Rugby Treviso, an Italian professional rugby union team. This sports sponsorship supports brand visibility in the local region and demonstrates community engagement.
• Historic Environment ScotlandminorOthersGovernment agency responsible for caring for Scotland's historic environment. Used Jekko JF545.2 for maintenance operations at Craigmillar Castle, demonstrating product capability in sensitive historical sites.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

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Direct peers

• UNIC mini cranes: Japanese manufacturer of mini crawler cranes (URW, UE, UEC series) — the closest direct competitor to Jekko's SPX and JF product lines, with overlapping target customers in construction, glazing, and industrial maintenance.
• Maeda Seiki: Japanese mini crane manufacturer producing tracked telescopic cranes (MC series) and spider cranes (CC, SS series), directly comparable to Jekko's compact lifting portfolio for confined-space applications.
• Hoeflon: Dutch manufacturer of compact mini cranes and spider cranes targeting urban construction and indoor industrial applications — a directly comparable European specialty lifting competitor.
• Böcker: German manufacturer of truck-mounted mini cranes and construction elevators, directly comparable to Jekko's TRX truck-mounted series and the broader compact lifting category.
• Ormig: Italian manufacturer of industrial pick-and-carry and pick-and-place cranes, including electric mini pickers — a direct domestic peer to Jekko's MPK series for indoor and industrial applications.
• Galizia Group: Italian mini crane and industrial lifting equipment manufacturer with a product range spanning spider cranes, mini pickers, and crawler cranes — a direct Italian peer to Jekko across multiple product categories.

Broad incumbents

• Liebherr: Global crane and construction equipment giant with crawler, mobile, and tower cranes — a broad incumbent that overlaps with Jekko in compact and specialty crane categories but operates across a much wider portfolio.
• JLG Industries (Oshkosh): Major aerial work platform and telehandler manufacturer; overlapping distribution channels and customer base with Jekko's lifting equipment in construction and industrial maintenance end markets.

Regional players

• Merlo: Italian manufacturer of telehandlers and compact lifting equipment — a domestic Italian peer with shared customer base and overlapping product capability in compact material handling for construction.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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