{"id":3684,"date":"2021-03-17T14:17:39","date_gmt":"2021-03-17T14:17:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tadano.com\/africa\/about\/"},"modified":"2026-02-24T13:33:13","modified_gmt":"2026-02-24T13:33:13","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.tadano.com\/africa\/en\/about\/","title":{"rendered":"About"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n<section class=\"hero-section\">\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t<div class=\"img-holder \">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"bg-stretch\" style=\"background-position: 0 50%; \">\n\t\t\t<span data-srcset=\"https:\/\/mediahub.tadano.com\/m\/3e5371e3560f257f\/hero-img_tadano_bauma_booth_opening-4.jpg, https:\/\/mediahub.tadano.com\/m\/3e5371e3560f257f\/hero_2x-img_tadano_bauma_booth_opening-4.jpg 2x\"><\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"logo green-solutions\" style=\"display:none;\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"#\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tadano.com\/africa\/wp-content\/themes\/tadano\/assets\/dist\/images\/Green-Solutions_Logo_White.svg\"><\/a>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"text-holder \">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"breadcrumbs\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tadano.com\/africa\/en\/\">Home<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who we are<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Tadano is dedicated to providing outstanding, innovative lifting solutions that serve a variety of needs for customers worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our mission<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tadano\u2019s slogan, \u201cReaching new heights,\u201d represents our dedication to exceeding customer expectations and advancing a sustainable future. Through world-leading lifting and access equipment, we deliver innovative technology and safety, fostering progress and prosperity for our customers and society. By continuously extending the boundaries of possibility, Tadano is committed to creating value that contributes to a better world and a brighter future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">OUR PHILOSOPHY<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Tadano Group adheres to its Corporate Philosophy of Sozo (Creation), Hoshi (Contribution), and Kyoryoku (Cooperation), firmly believing that a company can only exist successfully if it is in harmony with society and people. Pursuant to this, Tadano and its employees contribute to the development of local and international communities and promote business activities that help protect the global environment. We also work to maximize corporate value while meeting and exceeding stakeholder expectations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading alignfull\">Sozo (Creation)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">We will create by innovating and taking pride in high-quality products.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hoshi (Contribution)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">We will contribute to our customers\u2019 success and serve society.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Kyoryoku (Cooperation)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">We will cooperate to ensure our happiness and strengthen the bonds between us.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our CORE values<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tadano\u2019s Core Values are \u201cSafety, Quality, and Efficiency based on Compliance (C+SQE).\u201d We put the highest priority on the safety of society and all those who make and use are products and services. We pursue quality improvement, including that of products, services, and business operations. We enhance the efficiency of our own business operations, in addition to contributing to improvements in the business efficiency of our customers. Compliance provides the groundwork that enables Tadano to actualize safety, quality, and efficiency, as we act with fairness and honesty and maintain a high sense of ethics.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:68px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-layout-2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tadano.co.jp\/en\/history\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mediahub.tadano.com\/m\/7ef36e95b449b643\/original\/img_tadano_history_jp-1.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">TADANO&#8217;S HISTORY<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>From its origins in 1919, when founder Masuo Tadano set out to contribute to society through welding innovation, to becoming a global leader in lifting equipment, Tadano\u2019s story is one of engineering excellence, bold vision, and continuous growth. Shaped by pioneering milestones in Japan, Germany, Italy, and the United States\u2014including the legacies of Demag, Faun, Manitex, and others\u2014Tadano has driven crane innovation for over a century. Discover how technological breakthroughs, global expansion, and a commitment to quality have defined Tadano\u2019s journey and positioned the company at the forefront of the lifting industry worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tadano.co.jp\/en\/history\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">EXPLORE TADANO&#8217;S HISTORY<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Manufacturing Excellence in Europe<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Manufacturing Excellence in Europe<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tadano\u2019s European manufacturing network combines precision engineering, industrial expertise, and integrated production capabilities. Our production facilities in Germany, Italy and Romania play a central role in delivering reliable and high-performance lifting solutions to customers across Europe and worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Each location contributes unique competencies while operating under unified Tadano quality, safety, and innovation standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-background-blue-gradient is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Zweibr\u00fccken, Germany<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:54px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-layout-3 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">m&amp;a<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Site Area<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>172,500\u33a1<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Building Area<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>44,000\u33a1<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Main Products<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Large All Terrain Cranes, Lattice Boom Crawler Cranes<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mediahub.tadano.com\/m\/48b01699f4a05126\/original\/img_tadano_aerial_dinglertrasse.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Zweibr\u00fccken is one of Tadano\u2019s primary European manufacturing centers for large mobile cranes. The facility demonstrates our heavy lifting expertise in Europe, combining advanced engineering with large-scale production capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Core Capabilities<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Manufacturing of large all terrain cranes and lattice boom crawler cranes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advanced production and assembly lines<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Comprehensive quality testing and validation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recognized welding department<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-background-white is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"we-re-a-studio-in-berlin-with-an-international-practice-in-architecture-urban-planning-and-interior-design-we-believe-in-sharing-knowledge-and-promoting-dialogue-to-increase-the-creative-potential-of-collaboration\"><strong>Lauf an der Pegnitz, Germany<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:54px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-layout-4 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mediahub.tadano.com\/m\/61d53d168cd78ed1\/original\/img_tadano_aerial_lauf.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">m&amp;a<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>1990<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Site Area<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>198,242\u33a1<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Building Area<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>56,222\u33a1<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Main Products<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>All Terrain Cranes<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Lauf an der Pegnitz serves as an important development and production location within Tadano\u2019s European network. The site supports engineering innovation and specialized manufacturing processes for all terrain cranes, and City cranes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Core Capabilities<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Manufacturing of all terrain cranes, and City cranes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advanced production and assembly lines<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Comprehensive quality testing and validation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Integrated spare parts logistics and support<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-default is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>San Cesario sul Panaro (PM &#8211; OIL&amp;STEEL), Italy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:54px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-layout-5 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mediahub.tadano.com\/m\/7eddfe2fae88d1f3\/original\/img_tadano_aerial_pm.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">m&amp;a<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>2025<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Site Area<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>27,941\u33a1<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Building Area<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>13,282m<sup>2<\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Main Products<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Knuckle Boom Cranes<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-layout-6 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mediahub.tadano.com\/m\/42f2b3968e0f91c4\/original\/img_tadano_aerial_cesaria.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">m&amp;a<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>2025<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Site Area<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>22,897m<sup>2<\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Building Area<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>6,210m<sup>2<\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Main Products<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Aerial Work Platforms<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>San Cesario sul Panaro (PM), Italy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The San Cesario sul Panaro facility, dedicated to knuckle boom cranes, builds on decades of hydraulic lifting expertise. The site combines research, production, and service functions in a single location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Core Capabilities<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Design and manufacturing of hydraulic knuckle boom cranes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In-house engineering and product customization<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Integrated production and quality control<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>European-wide service and after-sales support<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>San Cesario sul Panaro (Oil &amp; Steel), Italy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This Tadano facility specializes in aerial work platforms and access solutions. With strong engineering capabilities and a focus on operational safety, the site complements Tadano\u2019s lifting portfolio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Core Capabilities<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Manufacturing of truck-mounted aerial work platforms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Manufacturing of tracked and compact access equipment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Safety-focused product engineering<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dedicated service and technical support network<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-background-white is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Piacenza (Valla), Italy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:54px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-layout-7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">m&amp;a<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>2025<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Site Area<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>2,500m<sup>2<\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Building Area<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>2,100m<sup>2<\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Main Products<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\tPick &amp; Carry Cranes<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mediahub.tadano.com\/m\/45cf34a705136c00\/original\/img_tadano_aerial_valla.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Tadano\u2019s Piacenza manufacturing operations focus on industrial electric pick &amp; carry cranes designed for precision handling and confined environments. The site is recognized for pioneering and continuing developing highly innovative compact cranes and sustainable lifting solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Core Capabilities<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Production of industrial full-electric pick &amp; carry cranes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>100% battery-powered &nbsp;&nbsp;zero-emission lifting equipment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ultra-compact solutions for specialized applications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>State-of-the-art High-precision manufacturing processes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-default is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Arad (PM), Romania<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:54px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-layout-9 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mediahub.tadano.com\/m\/6966ca2d8c7b8d61\/original\/img_tadano_aerial_romania.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">m&amp;a<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>2025<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Site Area<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>9,780m<sup>2<\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Building Area<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>7,680m<sup>2<\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Main Products<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Parts and Compornents for Cranes and Aerial Work Platforms<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-layout-8 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The Arad facility strengthens Tadano\u2019s European manufacturing footprint through the production of key components for the Tadano (PM Series) knuckle boom cranes. Strategically located in Eastern Europe, the site enhances production efficiency and supply chain resilience within the Tadano network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Core Capabilities<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Manufacturing of components for Tadano PM Series knuckle boom cranes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Precision metal fabrication and structural assemblies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Quality-controlled production processes aligned with Tadano standards<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Integrated supply chain support for European operations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong>One Integrated European Network<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Together, these facilities form a cohesive European manufacturing ecosystem built on shared standards, engineering excellence, and operational discipline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Through local expertise and global integration, Tadano ensures:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Consistent product quality<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advanced technological development<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reliable delivery performance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strong regional customer support<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:65px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n    <section class=\"news-section\">\n\n    <div class=\"container\">\n      <div class=\"text-block\">\n        <h2>News<\/h2>\n        <p>Dive into the latest news and developments from the Tadano Group.<\/p>                \n                  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tadano.com\/africa\/en\/about\/news-list\/\" class=\"link-more\">EXPLORE ALL News<\/a>\n        \n\n                <div class=\"controls\">\n          <svg width=\"14\" height=\"31\" viewBox=\"0 0 14 31\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n           <path d=\"M13 1L1 15.5L13 30\" stroke=\"#fff\"\/>\n          <\/svg>\n          <svg width=\"15\" height=\"31\" 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