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 business operations are focused on three business areas: tractor attachments, logging equipment and truck and industrial cranes. In 2024, the Group’s turnover was €44,3 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 232 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 2024: 44,3 M€
• Employees: 232 persons
• 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.