Continuing to shape the future – Atlas Copco Group celebrated its 150 years of innovation in Greater China

On Apr. 7, 2023, Atlas Copco Group celebrated its "150 years of innovation" in Shanghai. The event was witnessed by officials from relevant government departments, representatives from Embassy of Sweden, and important local business partners. Ms. Li Hong, Vice Chairperson of Shanghai Municipal Commission of Commerce, Ms. Zhang Hui, Deputy District Mayor of the People’s Government of Jing’an District, Shanghai, Ms. Helena Sangeland, Swedish Ambassador to China, and Mr. Francis Liekens, Vice President of Atlas Copco (China) Investment Co., Ltd. attended the event.

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Atlas Copco Group was founded in Sweden in 1873. In the past century and a half, the world has undergone tremendous changes. Atlas Copco has also developed from a start-up enterprise providing equipment for the construction of the Swedish railway system to a global group involved in many industries. However, what remains unchanged is that Atlas Copco has always been committed to promoting development through innovation and has provided breakthrough innovations for customers in many different industries. The group cooperates with customers to develop new products and solutions to meet their challenges as well as the challenges the society is facing. In addition to innovation, Atlas Copco Group's attention to sustainable development, as well as our environmental and social performance remain unchanged. Atlas Copco aim to run our business in a sustainable manner and create long-term value, taking people, the planet, and profits into account, making a positive impact on society.

2023 is the 150th anniversary of the Group and the 25th anniversary of Atlas Copco's establishment of its Greater China headquarters in Shanghai. Atlas Copco entered the Chinese market since the 1920s. Ever since then, Atlas Copco have adhered to conducting our business in an ethical manner, always focusing on customers, actively contributing to the local industry and communities, and contributing to economic and social development.

While celebrating the past, Atlas Copco will also focus on how the company can continue to shape the future. As Mr. Francis Liekens, Vice President of Atlas Copco (China) Investment Co., Ltd., said "Atlas Copco will continue to deepen its efforts in the Greater China market, assist industry innovation, contribute to the ‘Chinese intelligent manufacturing’ and ‘Chinese modernization’, promote sustainable development through innovation. Atlas Copco are committed to contributing to China’s Dual Carbon Targets, and being part of the solution for a better tomorrow.