Husqvarna is the world's largest producer of lawn mowers, chain saws and portable gas-powered garden equipment such as trimmers and blowers. The Group is also a world leader in diamond tools and cutting equipment for the construction and stone industries. Net sales in 2006 were US $3.9 billion and the average number of employees was 11,400.
Founded in 1689, Husqvarna has a very extensive product range with everything from professional machines to products for demanding consumers. The head office is located in Huskvarna, Sweden, where approximately 1,800 of a total of 2,200 employees work in the areas of high-technology research, product development, production and marketing.
Most of the production takes place in Sweden, and some products are purchased from sister companies within the Group. The Swedish factories are located in Brastad, Huskvarna, Ödeshög and Tandsbyn. Ninety-five percent of the products are exported to over 100 countries and sales total approximately 5 billion Swedish Crowns.
For many years, Husqvarna's product development has been conducted in close cooperation with professional users. Therefore the products are designed based on strict professional demands for reliability, performance and user-friendliness. Our extensive range includes chain saws, brush and grass cutters, hedge trimmers, lawn mowers, special products for lawn care, ride-on mowers, garden tractors as well as accessories and protective equipment.
As a manufacturer of outdoor products, we have a great responsibility in environmental issues. Therefore we have developed a holistic approach that affects our entire operations, from production methods, packaging, noise and consumption of materials to the energy consumption, exhaust emissions and finally the recyclability of the products. We always prefer to use environmentally compatible materials in our production, and we are continually replacing old materials with new, even more environmentally compatible alternatives, as these are developed.
The products are marketed through sales companies and are sold by approximately 18,000 qualified servicing dealers in over 100 countries around the world. Our dynamic product development and a comprehensive range for forest, park and garden care, coupled with a long-term active cooperation with the retailers, have made Husqvarna a world leader in the field.