Krone Commercial Vehicle Group
Krone Commercial Vehicle Group, headquartered in Germany, is a leading player in the commercial vehicle industry, specialising in the production of trailers and semi-trailers. Founded in 1906, the company has established a strong presence across Europe, with significant operations in key markets such as France, the UK, and the Benelux region. Renowned for its innovative designs and high-quality manufacturing, Krone offers a diverse range of products, including curtain-sided trailers, refrigerated units, and container chassis. The company’s commitment to sustainability and advanced technology sets it apart in a competitive landscape. With a rich history of milestones, Krone has consistently maintained its market position as a trusted partner for logistics and transport companies, earning accolades for its reliability and performance in the field.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Krone Commercial Vehicle Group's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Motor Vehicle Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
Krone Commercial Vehicle Group's score of 27 is higher than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Let us know if this data was useful to you
Krone Commercial Vehicle Group's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Krone Commercial Vehicle Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 34,058,739,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 27,351,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 17,914,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 34,058,739,000 kg CO2e. Within Scope 3, the largest contributors were the use of sold products, accounting for about 32,293,942,000 kg CO2e, and purchased goods and services, which contributed approximately 1,757,540,000 kg CO2e. In 2024, the company reported a decrease in emissions, with total emissions of about 31,805,744,000 kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of approximately 16,414,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of around 15,697,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions also saw a reduction compared to 2025, indicating a positive trend in their carbon footprint management. For 2023, Krone's emissions were significantly lower, with total emissions of about 2,252,995,000 kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of approximately 10,937,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of around 2,217,000 kg CO2e, alongside Scope 3 emissions of about 2,252,995,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Krone has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions across all scopes, reflecting a commitment to transparency in its climate impact.
Unlock detailed emissions data
Access structured emissions data, company-specific emission factors, and source documents
| 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 10,937,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,217,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,252,995,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Industry emissions intensity
Location emissions intensity
Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Krone Commercial Vehicle Group is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
