Sandvik as an investment
Sandvik’s equity story is built on more than 150 years of leading materials and applications know-how with close long-term customer relationships forming the basis for the Group’s productivity-enhancing offering. Key drivers for improved performance at Sandvik comprise:
- Maintained technology leadership for continued leading market positions (number one or two) in our selected segments
- A more decentralized and cost efficient business model for increased accountability, transparency and speed
- Growth in Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology’s aftermarket business for improved profitability and reduced earnings volatility
- Consolidation of the manufacturing footprint and other announced savings initiatives, including completion of the ongoing supply chain optimization program, for targeted savings of 2.1 billion SEK by the end of 2017
- Strict control of Capex and net working capital
- Continuous review of the business portfolio
- Incorporation of sustainable solutions across the value chain creating competitive advantages