Company

Kesla is a responsible partner that develops machinery, technology and services for the sustainable success of its customers, both in and outside the forest. Kesla’s four product groups are: tractor equipment, logging equipment, stationary and industrial cranes, and KESLA Defence. In 2025, the Group’s turnover was €34,4 million, of which 53% was attributable to export operations. Established in 1960, Kesla has production facilities in Joensuu, Kesälahti and Ilomantsi as well as a sales office in Appenweier, Germany. Kesla currently employs around 200 people. Kesla’s A series shares are listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd.

• Founded in 1960 by a Finnish farmer Mr. Antti Kärkkäinen
• Turnover in 2025: 34,4 M€
• Employees: around 200 
• Subsidiaries: Kesla GmbH
• Headquarter and factory in Joensuu, Finland
• Other offices and production plants: Finland: Kesälahti and Ilomantsi. Germany: Appenweier.
• Kesla is a family owned company which A-shares are listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki Oy stock exchange.