At Kronospan, we have mastered the balance between global presence and local approach. This empowers each production site with the independence to adapt to local conditions, minimising bureaucracy and fostered agile decision-making. Our ability to operate harmoniously and effectively on a global scale while retaining a personalised touch sets a strong benchmark for our organisational success.
Kronospan is powered by motivated people with brains, hearts, guts, and loyalty. We appreciate that thousands of small steps forward create big results, which is why we support individual initiatives. Through on-the-job training and continuous learning, we create a culture where everyone strives to improve daily. This requires committed people who recognize and act, turning challenges into opportunities.
Simplicity is our core principle, which we believe fosters a positive environment. By cutting through formalities and reducing bureaucracy, we focus on straightforward solutions that promote responsibility, satisfaction, and entrepreneurship. Together, we build a more efficient and empowering workplace.
We deliver high-quality products at competitive prices with fast, reliable delivery. By adhering to strict quality standards and eliminating unnecessary costs through our “no fat” principle, we keep expenses low. We leverage synergies, cost-effective technologies, and continuous investment in our facilities to maximize efficiency, reduce emissions, and minimize environmental impact.
Entrepreneurship is our driving force, and we fully embrace the spirit behind the rules we follow. We focus on results and foster close relationships while maintaining a keen eye on details, combining intelligence, empathy, and courage. We seek individuals who treat company resources as if they were their own. Following rules is simply not enough; we actively evaluate and manage risks to ensure success through strong, meaningful connections.
We have strategically invested in building a fully vertically integrated supply chain, empowering us to continuously refine and perfect every aspect of our products. This approach enables us to:
- Meet our customer’s needs at affordable prices
- Respond quickly to changes in market trends and technology
- Be the most service-oriented and innovative provider of wood-based panels and related products
- Design development
- Impregnation
- Impregnated paper
- Vessels
- Ports & terminals
- Chemical plant
- Resins
- Recycling depot
- Recycling wood
- Transport
- Wind farm
- Photovoltaic plant
- Combined heat and power plant
- Interior boards
- Building materials
- Exterior facades
- Flooring and wall panels
- Sawn timber products
- Renewable fuel
- Design development
- Impregnation
- Impregnated paper
- Vessels
- Ports & terminals
- Chemical plant
- Resins
- Recycling depot
- Recycling wood
- Transport
- Wind farm
- Photovoltaic plantt
- Combined heat and power plant
- Interior boards
- Building materials
- Exterior facades
- Flooring and wall panels
- Sawn timber products
- Renewable fuel
- Unmatched consistency and quality control
- A relentless pursuit of innovation
- Independence and security in our supply chain
- Enhanced risk management through efficient resource utilization
- The lowest possible costs throughout our value chain
Good governance means clarity in roles and responsibilities, as well as adherence to proper procedures. Our holding companies promote shareholders’ interests by monitoring executive action, managing board and management succession, and steering strategic planning.
Kronospan’s audit function ensures compliance with financial, technical, environmental and social standards. We operate according to DIN EN ISO 9001/2008 [Quality Management System] certification.
Business ethics
We commit to the highest ethical standards, treating others with integrity, respect, and fairness. Our values guide us, supported by training, communication, and strong governance. Kronospan is committed to complying with all applicable laws and regulations and expects our suppliers and partners to do the same, using our influence to promote progress in the wood panel industry. Our Code of Conduct sets clear expectations for suppliers and employees.
Compliance
Through our KronoAcademy, we provide tailored online and face-to-face training on antitrust, corruption prevention, and cartel law, ensuring that employees and partners fully understand and comply with relevant regulations.
Innovation
Kronospan’s innovation starts with listening to our partners. The creative ideas of both teams and individuals are successfully implemented into actions to develop new and improved business processes, products, and services. Innovation is vital for performance and growth - improving efficiency, quality, competitiveness, and market share.
Asset quality
Kronospan operates the latest, most advanced, and most efficient production equipment. We continuously invest in state-of-the-art equipment to benefit from economies of scale to minimize input materials, increase efficiency, improve quality, reduce costs, achieve the lowest environmental impact possible, introduce new products, and generate long-term value.
Product mix
We’re proud to be a one-stop shop for designers, architects, specifiers, and fabricators, offering a diverse range of materials. From construction and interior design to DIY, cladding, furniture, or flooring, our customer-oriented service provides access to a comprehensive array of solutions all in one place.
Market Coverage
Being close to our customers allows us to provide the best possible service, ensuring reliability, flexibility, and quick response times. We grow alongside our customers by carefully selecting locations that create synergies, supporting a diverse product range and continuous innovation.
Safety
Safety, health, and environmental protection are top priorities. Each production unit actively participates in risk management procedures, which encompass safety, health, and environmental practices.
Decentralization
We enhance quality and service through a fast and flexible decentralized management approach. We value close connections with our employees, customers, suppliers, and contractors, and invest in the development of our young talent. By decentralizing management, we enhance operational efficiency and focus on day-to-day activities, centralizing support only when necessary.
