Sandvik
A high-tech global engineering group providing solutions that enhance productivity, profitability, and sustainability for the manufacturing, mining, and infrastructure industries.
- CEO / Founder
- Stefan Widing
- Team Size
- 10000+
- Stage
- Public
- Total Funding
- Publicly Traded
- Key Investors
- AB Industrivärden, BlackRock, Vanguard, Swedbank Robur Funds
Technology & Products
Key Products
["Osprey® Gas-Atomized Metal Powders","Mining and Rock Excavation Equipment","Metal-Cutting Tools and Tooling Systems","Rock Processing Solutions (Crushers, Screens)","Digital Manufacturing Solutions"]
Technological Advantage
The company's primary advantage lies in its heavy investment in R&D, leading to advanced materials like Osprey® metal powders and digital solutions (CoroPlus®) that optimize the entire manufacturing value chain. This is combined with a push for sustainable solutions, including electrification of mining equipment.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
To enhance customer productivity, profitability, and sustainability through unique expertise and solutions based on innovation, digitalization, and sustainable engineering.
How They Differentiate
Sandvik differentiates itself through a comprehensive product and service portfolio that covers the entire value chain, from materials to digital solutions. Its strong focus on R&D, sustainability (circularity and electrification), and close customer collaboration sets it apart from competitors who may focus on only one segment of the industry.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Companies in mining, rock excavation, rock processing, and metal cutting industries.
Industry Verticals
["Mining","Infrastructure","Manufacturing","Aerospace","Automotive","Energy","Medical"]
Competitors
Kennametal; Epiroc; Caterpillar
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
2025 Revenue: SEK 121 billion. The Group had approximately 42,000 employees and revenues of about SEK 121 billion in more than 150 countries.
Major Milestones
["1862: Company founded.","1942: Production of cemented carbide begins, Sandvik Coromant brand is born.","2022: Acquisition of Deswik, a leading mine planning software provider.","2022: The materials technology business, Alleima, is listed as a separate company.","2023: Acquisition of US-based Buffalo Tungsten, a manufacturer of tungsten metal powder.","2025: Acquisition of Verisurf Software, a 3D metrology software provider.","2025: Signed EUR 500 million loan agreement with the European Investment Bank.","2026: Acquisition of South Africa-based ThoroughTec Simulation.","2026: Acquisition of 80% of K&Y Diamond, ultra-precision diamond tools manufacturer."]
Notable Customers
Confidential - serving global mining, automotive, and aerospace companies