Knorr-Bremse AG
103.50 CHF+0.00 (+0.00%)
ListedCHF16.7BConsumer CyclicalAuto Parts25,809 employees
Knorr-Bremse AG is a German-based global leader in manufacturing braking systems and other subsystems for rail and commercial vehicles, operating since 1905 from its headquarters in Munich. The company specializes in advanced braking technologies, intelligent door systems, control components, air conditioning, HVAC systems, auxiliary power supplies, driver assistance systems, and torsional vibration dampers, serving mass transit vehicles, freight trains, locomotives, high-speed trains, trucks, buses, trailers, and agricultural machinery. With over 30,500 employees across more than 100 locations in 30 countries, Knorr-Bremse generated approximately EUR 7.9 billion in sales in 2024, split between its Rail Vehicle Systems and Commercial Vehicle Systems divisions. Its innovations, including anti-lock braking systems, electronic braking systems, and recent acquisitions like Alstom's rail signalling business and Duagon AG, underscore its commitment to safety, efficiency, and sustainability in mobility amid megatrends like urbanization and digitalization. Knorr-Bremse's shared core technologies enable synergies, positioning it as a key innovator in transport safety worldwide.
Total Cash (MRQ)
1.18B
Total Debt (MRQ)
2.22B
Current Ratio (MRQ)
1.72
Book Value / Share
19.00