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Kalmar secures China electric reachstacker orders

Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported Jun 29, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026

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This event is positive for Kalmar, as securing new orders for electric reachstackers in China indicates strong demand for its sustainable material handling solutions and validates its investment in the China — Shanghai plant. The accelerating adoption of electrified heavy machinery in China suggests a growing market for companies in the heavy equipment manufacturing and logistics sectors, potentially leading to increased revenue and market share for Kalmar.

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Kalmar, a global leader in material handling equipment, has secured new orders for a total of four electric reachstackers from customers across China, specifically in Mongolia, China — Tianjin, China — Shanghai, and China — Hong Kong. These orders were booked in Kalmar's Q2 2026 order intake, with deliveries scheduled throughout Q2, Q3, and Q4 of 2026. The electric reachstackers, manufactured at Kalmar's recently expanded China — Shanghai plant, feature next-generation lithium-ion battery technology for enhanced energy capacity and thermal stability, along with native GB/T fast-charging capabilities. This development reflects the accelerating adoption of electrified heavy machinery in China, driven by companies seeking operational efficiency and reduced carbon emissions, and underscores the strategic importance of Kalmar's local manufacturing capabilities.

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Kalmar secured new orders for electric reachstackers in China, demonstrating its capability in sustainable material handling equipment and strengthening its position in the Chinese market. This event highlights the success of its recently expanded China — Shanghai plant and its advanced lithium-ion battery technology.
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China is experiencing an accelerating adoption of electrified heavy machinery and cargo handling equipment, driven by companies seeking higher operational efficiency and carbon emission reductions. This trend benefits manufacturers like Kalmar.
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As Managing Director of Kalmar China — Shanghai Plant, John Zhang commented on the accelerating adoption of electrified heavy machinery in China and the strategic importance of the expanded China — Shanghai plant.
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As Vice President of Kalmar Greater China, Alex Tang highlighted the surge in demand for electrified cargo handling equipment in China and Kalmar's readiness to support customers in their energy transition.
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Customers in China — Tianjin placed orders for Kalmar electric reachstackers, contributing to the overall demand for electrified heavy machinery in China.
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Customers in Mongolia placed orders for Kalmar electric reachstackers, contributing to the overall demand for electrified heavy machinery in China.
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Customers in China — Hong Kong placed orders for Kalmar electric reachstackers, contributing to the overall demand for electrified heavy machinery in China.
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Customers in China — Shanghai placed orders for Kalmar electric reachstackers, contributing to the overall demand for electrified heavy machinery in China. Kalmar's expanded China — Shanghai plant also manufactured these machines.
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