KION GROUP AG Marks 20 Years at 2026 AGM

At the 2026 Annual General Meeting, KION GROUP AG celebrated two decades of evolution. Shareholders approved the election of three new Supervisory Board members, replacing Dr. Alexander Dibelius, Kui Jiang, and Dr. Shaojun Sun. Over 79% of the share capital was present, confirming proposals with majority vote. A notable decision was to distribute a dividend of €0.62 per share.

KION's CEO, Rob Smith, emphasized the company's 200-year heritage and its role in global supply chains. KION integrates industrial trucks, automation, and AI, aiming to become "The Supply Chain Solutions Company.” Michael Larsson’s contract extension to 2029 as President of KION IAS and ITS Americas was also confirmed, reflecting confidence in his leadership.

The AGM highlighted KION’s commitment to innovation amidst the changing dynamics of supply chain management, confirming a strategic blend of heritage and future-forward operations.