Danilift

What Danilift does

Danilift A/S is a Danish specialty vehicle manufacturer that designs, produces, and services telescopic personnel lifts mounted on vans, chassis, and pickups. Founded in 1991 by Søren Olesen and Knud Erik Markussen in Farsø, Denmark, the company builds all lifts from in-house developed base components and offers five product series — Light (from 3.2 tons), Medium (from 5 tons), Heavy (from 7.5 tons), Up & Over (telescopic mast for over-obstacle reach), and Mining (underground-specialized) — plus an E-Drive electric sub-brand and a catalog of options and accessories. Working heights span 9m to 25.8m on proprietary units, with dealer-supplied Palfinger units extending to 57m, and a dedicated Specialopbygninger (custom builds) capability addresses niche applications including tram maintenance, radar surveying, and underground mining.

The company monetizes primarily through hardware sales of new lifts, supplemented by service and maintenance contracts (including as a Palfinger service partner) and custom special builds. Go-to-market combines direct sales from the Farsø headquarters and Ringsted service center, wholly-owned subsidiaries Danilift AB (Sweden) and Danilift Norge AS (Norway), and authorized dealers in Belgium, Iceland, and the Faroe Islands. Customers span energy utilities (Energi Fyn, Energimidt, Lyse), public transport operators (Wiener Linien, Sporveien AS), rental fleets (City Lift), facilities management (Kemp & Lauritzen), airports (Copenhagen Airport/SAS), and ports (Aarhus Havn). Quality and environmental management are certified to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.

Name

Danilift

Legal name

Danilift A/S

Website

https://danilift.dk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Danilift A/S is a Danish manufacturer of truck-mounted telescopic personnel lifts (Light, Medium, Heavy, Up & Over, and Mining series), serving utilities, public transport, rental fleets, and specialized industrial customers across 14 countries via direct sales, Nordic subsidiaries, and authorized dealers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aerial Work Platforms / Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs)

NAICS

Material Handling Equipment Manufacturing (33392)

SIC

Industrial Trucks, Tractors, Trailors & Stackers (3537), Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery & Equip (3530)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYIMACAFAD

Material Handling & Industrial Lift Vehicle Manufacturing (Forklifts/Telehandlers/Reach Stackers)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Automotive & Mobility Manufacturing/Off-Highway & Specialty Vehicle Manufacturing (Construction/Agriculture/Mining)

SECONDARYIMAHABAJ

Lifting Attachments & Material Handling Accessories (Fork Attachments, Slings, Rigging)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Industrial Machinery & Heavy Equipment/Material Handling & Logistics Equipment

SECONDARYIMAHAJAO

Specialized Lifting Systems (Hydraulic Gantries, Strand Jacks, Jacking Systems)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Industrial Machinery & Heavy Equipment/Lifting, Hoisting & Crane Equipment

Keywords

• Telescopic personnel lifts
• Vehicle-mounted aerial platforms
• Mining lift systems
• Lift manufacturing services
• Custom special builds

Headquarters

HQ city

Farsø

HQ country

Denmark

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. New Lift Sales: Danilift manufactures and sells new personnel lifts (telescopic, scissor, special purpose) mounted on vans, chassis, and pickups. Products range from Light Series (3.2 tons) to Heavy Series (7.5+ tons).
2. Service and Maintenance: Ongoing service, inspection, and maintenance services for Danilift and Palfinger lifts. Service department operates from Farsø headquarters and Ringsted service center. Service partners for Palfinger brand.
3. Special Opbygninger (Custom Builds): Custom-designed and specially built lift solutions for unique customer requirements. These include mining lifts, tunnel inspection units, radar lifts, and other specialized configurations.
4. Options and Accessories: Sale of lift options and accessories including D-Box storage systems, sliding doors, cabin configurations, work lights, and various comfort/efficiency-enhancing features.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Danilift A/S designs, manufactures, sells and services telescopic personnel lifts mounted on vans, chassis and pickups. The portfolio is organized into five product series (Light from 3.2 tons, Medium from 5 tons, Heavy from 7.5 tons, Up and Over, and Mining), complemented by an electric E-Drive option, a catalogue of Options/accessories, and bespoke Specialopbygninger (custom builds) for unique customer requirements such as underground mining, tunnel inspection and radar surveying. The company also provides aftermarket service, inspection and maintenance for both Danilift and Palfinger lifts through its Farsø headquarters and Ringsted service center.

Product overview

Danilift A/S is a Danish manufacturer specializing in telescopic personnel lifts mounted on vans, chassis, and pickups. The product portfolio is organized into five series: Light Series (entry-level, 3.2+ tons), Medium Series (5+ tons), Heavy Series (7.5+ tons), Up & Over Series (with telescopic masts for extra clearance), and Mining Series (for underground operations). Additionally, the company offers E-Drive electric lifts and a comprehensive range of Options including basket rotation, storage systems, and workshop configurations. Danilift also provides custom special builds (Specialopbygninger) for unique customer requirements such as tunnel inspection, radar surveying, and specialized mining equipment. The company holds ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications and exports to customers in Denmark and internationally.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Light Series (Danilift personnel lifts from 3.2 tons) Entry-level telescopic personnel lifts designed for smaller vehicles up to 3.5 tons; compact design with essential sensors, 110° articulating boom arm, and up to 230 kg basket capacity. Suitable for tight urban spaces.
• Medium Series (Danilift personnel lifts from 5 tons) Mid-range telescopic lifts for vehicles from 5 tons; sensors on all functions for maximum work-area utilization, 265 kg basket capacity, and 175° articulating boom arm.
• Heavy Series (Danilift personnel lifts from 7.5 tons) Heavy-duty telescopic lifts for vehicles from 7.5 tons; most powerful lineup with extremely robust booms, 265 kg basket capacity, 175° articulating boom arm, and memory function for different positions.
• Up and Over Series (Danilift telescopic mast lifts from 5 tons) Specialized series with telescopic mast for reaching over obstacles; extraordinary clearance height of 4.3 meters from ground to boom, enabling work over traffic or buildings.
• Mining Series (Danilift lifts for underground mining work) Specialized lifts designed for underground mining operations; rugged construction, tilting mechanisms instead of outriggers, and enhanced protection for operation in harsh environments.
• Danilift P115V Compact 11.5m Light Series lift with fixed boom arm; does not require a large driver's license; 230 kg basket capacity.
• Danilift P120V Compact 11m Light Series lift for smaller chassis and pickups; 110° articulating boom arm; does not require a large driver's license; 230 kg basket capacity.
• Danilift P130V Compact 12.8m Light Series lift for chassis and vans with short wheelbase; 110° articulating boom arm; does not require large driver's license; 230 kg basket capacity.
• Danilift P140V 14m Light Series lift for vans; 110° articulating boom arm; 230 kg basket capacity; designed for tight urban spaces.
• Danilift P145V 14.6m lift for vehicles from 5 tons; 110° articulating boom arm; 230 kg basket capacity.
• Danilift P145V Light Lightweight 14.6m lift for vehicles from 3.5 tons; 200 kg basket capacity; does not require a large driver's license.
• Danilift P170V Underground mining lift for cable routing; mounted on special MAN chassis; up to 18 tons total weight; slope capability up to 16°; auto-levelling basket.
• Danilift PD143V 14.3m Medium Series lift for vehicles from 5 tons; 265 kg max basket capacity; 175° articulating boom arm with sensors on all functions.
• Danilift PD150V 14.8m Medium Series lift for vehicles from 5.5 tons; 175° articulating boom arm; up to 230 kg basket capacity.
• Danilift PD175V 17.2m Medium Series lift for vehicles from 5 tons; 265 kg max basket capacity; 175° articulating boom arm.
• Danilift PD180V 18m Heavy Series lift for vehicles from 7.5 tons; 265 kg basket capacity; 175° articulating boom arm with memory function.
• Danilift PD215V 21m Heavy Series lift for vehicles from 7.5 tons; 265 kg basket capacity; 175° articulating boom arm with memory function and ramp up/down features.
• Danilift PV155V 16m Up and Over lift with telescopic mast and 4.3m ground clearance; enables reaching over obstacles; 110° articulating boom arm.
• Danilift PV200V 19.8m Up and Over lift with telescopic mast for reaching over obstacles.
• Danilift PV260V 25.8m Up and Over lift with telescopic mast for maximum reach and clearance height.
• Danilift P110V (Underground Mining) Underground mining lift with 9m max working height and 5.8m reach; mounted on Dodge RAM; features a tilting mechanism instead of outriggers for slopes up to 12°; 230 kg basket capacity.
• Danilift DFR600 Radarlift Specialized radar lift for mine survey work; mounted on Jeep Wrangler; features a fixed arm that raises and lowers GSSI Ground Penetrating Radar units for geological mapping underground.
• Danilift E-Drive (Electric Lifts) Electric-powered lifts for sustainable and environmentally conscious operations; offers an alternative to traditional diesel/hydraulic lift systems.
• Danilift Options (Accessories) Range of comfort and efficiency-enhancing options including basket rotation, axle locks, D-Box storage systems, Sliding Door partitions, workshop configurations, and specialized lighting solutions.
• Danilift Specialopbygninger (Custom Special Builds) Custom special builds and modifications for unique customer requirements; includes tunnel maintenance lifts, inspection units, and specialized equipment such as the 100% electric unit delivered to Sporveien AS in Oslo and the special scissor lift delivered to Wiener Linien in Vienna.
• Danilift Lift Service, Inspection & Maintenance Ongoing service, inspection, and maintenance services for Danilift and Palfinger lifts, operated from the Farsø headquarters and the Ringsted service center; Danilift also acts as a service partner for Palfinger lifts in Denmark and Sweden.

Quantifiable outcome

• Lifts presterer år efter år (perform year after year)
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• PalfingercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDanilift was a Palfinger dealer for many years. From January 2023, Palfinger Denmark and Palfinger Sweden took over direct sales of Palfinger lifts. Danilift continues as a Palfinger service partner, providing service and maintenance for Palfinger lifts in Denmark and Sweden.
• Autohaus JakobcoreTechnology or IntegrationGerman car dealer that supplies Dodge RAM vehicles for Danilift's P110V mining lift. Autohaus Jakob provides the vehicle base which Danilift then equips with specialized mining lift systems for underground applications in German salt mines.
• RosenbauerminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFire truck equipment manufacturer. Danilift is a service partner for Rosenbauer products, providing service support for their equipment.
• Danilift ABcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDanilift's subsidiary in Sweden, located in Södertälje. Handles sales and service of Danilift products in the Swedish market.
• Danilift Norge AScoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDanilift's subsidiary in Norway, located in Fredrikstad. Handles sales and service of Danilift products in the Norwegian market.
• Deom s.a.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer for Danilift in Belgium, located in Libin. Handles sales and service of Danilift products in the Belgian market.
• Atlas HFminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer for Danilift in Iceland, located in Hafnarfjörður. Handles sales and service of Danilift products in the Icelandic market.
• KJminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer for Danilift in the Faroe Islands, located in Tórshavn. Handles sales and service of Danilift products in the Faroese market.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Ruthmann: German manufacturer of truck-mounted aerial platforms (Steiger series). Comparable in the truck-mounted MEWP category with a strong custom-engineering tradition and presence across European utility and infrastructure customers.
• Socage: Italian manufacturer of truck-mounted aerial work platforms. Comparable in offering telescopic and articulating boom lifts on commercial chassis, serving European municipal and utility customers with similar product breadth.
• Klubb: French specialist in van-mounted and truck-mounted aerial platforms. Closely comparable in product positioning (light to medium truck-mounted lifts with custom engineering) and in serving European utility, telecom, and municipal fleets.
• CTE (Compact Truck Equipment): Italian manufacturer of truck-mounted aerial platforms up to 65m. Direct competitor in the European truck-mounted MEWP segment with comparable product range (telescopic and articulating booms on commercial chassis) and custom-engineering emphasis.
• Time International: Danish manufacturer of truck-mounted aerial work platforms. Direct competitor in Scandinavia with overlapping van- and chassis-mounted lift product lines and similar customer base in utilities and infrastructure maintenance.
• Oil & Steel: Italian manufacturer of truck-mounted aerial platforms. Direct competitor in the European truck-mounted MEWP segment, particularly relevant for utility, municipal, and specialty vehicle-mounted lift applications.
• WUMAG: German manufacturer of truck-mounted aerial work platforms. Comparable in product positioning around truck- and van-mounted lifts, with overlap in European utility, telecom, and municipal maintenance customers.
• Multitel Pagliero: Italian/European truck-mounted aerial platform manufacturer. Direct competitor in the van- and truck-mounted MEWP category, particularly relevant for utility and telecom fleet customers across Western Europe.

Broad incumbents

• Palfinger: Austrian global leader in lifting solutions and one of the largest MEWP manufacturers. Direct strategic connection: Danilift was formerly a Palfinger dealer and remains a Palfinger service partner for Denmark and Sweden, competing in the truck-mounted aerial platform category across Europe.
• Manitou: French global manufacturer of aerial work platforms, telehandlers, and material handling equipment. Broader incumbent in the MEWP space with overlapping truck-mounted and elevated work platform products, though serving a wider portfolio of customers and geographies.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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