Palfinger AG is an Austria-based international technology and mechanical engineering company specializing in innovative crane and lifting solutions for land and marine sectors. Founded in 1932 and hea... Palfinger AG is an Austria-based international technology and mechanical engineering company specializing in innovative crane and lifting solutions for land and marine sectors. Founded in 1932 and headquartered in Bergheim, it serves as the global market leader in loader cranes, offering over 100 models, alongside timber and recycling cranes, hooklifts, truck-mounted forklifts, tail lifts, access platforms, and high-tech railway systems. In the marine division, Palfinger AG leads in producing customized deck equipment, including marine cranes, winches, offshore cranes, wind cranes, boats, davit systems, and lifesaving appliances for industries such as offshore oil and gas, shipping, cruise, navy, and aquaculture. With approximately 12,350 employees across 30 manufacturing sites and a worldwide sales and service network spanning over 130 countries, the company ensures proximity to markets and Lifetime Excellence through reliable performance, digitalization, and comprehensive support. Palfinger AG generated EUR 2.36 billion in revenue in 2024, underscoring its significant role in heavy machinery and vehicles, particularly in EMEA, North America, and beyond.
In 2024, Palfinger was subject to the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD)'s requirements, which mandated the company to publish EU Taxonomy disclosures.
The company reported the eligibility and alignment of Turnover, Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) and Operating Expenditure (OPEX) with the EU Taxonomy, helping assess the extent to which its business activities align with Europe's environmental sustainability goals.
Palfinger has also provided an activity-level breakdown of its EU Taxonomy disclosures. This granular reporting enhances transparency around which economic activities of Palfinger are considered environmentally sustainable and contribute to at least one of the six environmental objectives defined under the EU Taxonomy framework.
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7.3 CCM/CCA - Installation, maintenance and repair of energy efficiency equipment
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7.4 CCM/CCA - Installation, maintenance and repair of charging stations for electric vehicles in buildings (and parking spaces attached to buildings)
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7.5 CCM/CCA - Installation, maintenance and repair of instruments and devices for measuring, regulation and controlling energy performance of buildings
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7.6 CCM/CCA - Installation, maintenance and repair of renewable energy technologies
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a. Palfinger's Annual Report 2024
b. Palfinger's Annual Report 2023
c. Palfinger's Annual Report 2022
Insights into Palfinger's Revenues from Sustainable Activities
In 2024, Palfinger reported EU Taxonomy-eligible revenues of EUR 354.72 million, representing 15.03% of its total turnover. Of this amount, EUR 0 of Palfinger's revenues was classified as EU Taxonomy-aligned, indicating that 0% of the revenue-generating activities undertaken by the company substantially contribute to one or more of the six environmental objectives, meet the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) criteria, and comply with the Minimum Social Safeguards (MSS).a
Insights into Palfinger's CAPEX from Sustainable Activities
In 2024, Palfinger reported EU Taxonomy-eligible CAPEX of EUR 4.54 million,representing 2.73% of its total CAPEX. Of this amount, EUR 1.33 million of Palfinger's CAPEX was classified as EU Taxonomy-aligned, indicating that 0.8% of the company's investments were directed toward economic activities that substantially contribute to one or more of the six environmental objectives, meet the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) criteria, and comply with the Minimum Social Safeguards (MSS).a
Palfinger's Taxonomy-Eligible Capex Over Time
Total Taxonomy Eligible Capex
Total Taxonomy Aligned Capex
Have Palfinger's increased its investment in sustainable activities over time?
Since 2022, Palfinger's taxonomy-aligned capital expenditure (CAPEX)decreased by 66.1%,indicating a long-term decline in green capital deployment, potentially signaling shifting priorities or reduced focus on sustainability-linked investments.a, c
Compared to the previous year (2023), Palfinger's taxonomy-aligned CAPEX increased by 29.03%,highlighting Palfinger's strengthened commitment to investing in environmentally sustainable activities or improving how such investments are classified and reported under the EU Taxonomy.a, b
How much of Palfinger's capital expenditure (CAPEX) is eligible under the EU Taxonomy?
In 2024, Palfinger reported that EUR 4.54 million of its capital expenditure (CAPEX) was eligible under the EU Taxonomy, representing 2.73% of the company's total CAPEX. Of this amount, EUR 1.33 million (0.8% of total CAPEX) was classified as Taxonomy-aligned. This means that 1.93% of Palfinger's CAPEX is eligible but not aligned, indicating that these investments either did not meet the technical screening criteria, failed to comply with the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) requirements, or lacked evidence of meeting the Minimum Safeguards (MSS).a
How much of Palfinger's eligible CAPEX is aligned with the EU Taxonomy?
In 2024, Palfinger reported that EUR 1.33 million of its CAPEX was aligned under the EU Taxonomy, representing 0.8% of its total capital investment.a
This low alignment reflects that Palfinger is beginning to transition its capital allocation toward greener investments, but still retains substantial opportunities for further alignment with sustainability goals.
Palfinger's Eligibility & Alignment Overview
Palfinger's Contribution to Environmental Objectives
Total Taxonomy Aligned Capex
How is Palfinger's taxonomy-aligned CAPEX distributed across the EU environmental objectives?
In 2024, Palfinger reported that its taxonomy-aligned capital expenditure (CAPEX) was distributed across the following EU environmental objectivesa:
Climate Change Mitigation: 0.8%
Climate Change Adaptation: 0%
Sustainable Use and Protection of Water and Marine Resources: 0%
Transition to a Circular Economy: 0%
Pollution Prevention and Control: 0%
Protection and restoration of biodiversity and ecosystems: 0%
How much Palfinger is investing in climate-related solutions?
In 2024, Palfinger allocated EUR 1.33 million of its CAPEX to activities contributing to the EU Taxonomy's climate-related objectives (Climate Change Mitigation and Climate Change Adaptation). This represented 0.8% of the company's total capital expenditure,indicating that Palfingerhas only marginally directed its capital expenditure toward climate-related activities, suggesting limited alignment with climate objectives.a
Insights into Palfinger's OPEX from Sustainable Activities
In 2024, Palfinger reported EU Taxonomy-eligible OPEX of EUR 0,representing 0% of its total operating expenses (OPEX). Of this amount, EUR 0 of Palfinger's OPEX was classified as EU Taxonomy-aligned, indicating that 0% of the company's operating expenses were directed toward economic activities that substantially contribute to one or more of the six environmental objectives, meet the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) criteria, and comply with the Minimum Social Safeguards (MSS).a
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