MENU About us go backAbout us Profile & key figures We are a global supplier NKT develops, manufactures and markets high quality power cables, accessories and solutions for the electrical infrastructure, the construction field and in the railway industries. We have manufacturing facilities in Europe and sales offices all over the world. History More than 126 years of experience Starting in 1891 NKT has more than 126 years of experience in business development with highly innovative products. Over the years the company grew into one of Denmark’s foremost industrial enterprises, with focus on cable production. In 1999 NKT acquires Felten & Guillaume Kabelwerke GmbH in Cologne, Germany, and this acquisition marked the start of our transformation from a Danish to a global company. Strategy Our strategy – Excellence 2020 Our Excellence 2020 strategy focuses on obtaining excellence with the aim of increasing profitability and accelerating targeted growth. Our vision, and ambition, is to become our customers’ preferred choice based on offering excellent expertise as well as superior products and solutions. We consider ourselves as passionate and determined which naturally leads to our overall purpose; “Our passion brings power to life” which is clearly reflected in our daily work. Management Our top Management The NKT management board is represented by Michael Lyng (CEO), Roland Andersen, Andreas Berthou, Dietmar Müller, Frida Norrbom Sams, Oliver Schlodder and Lika Thiesen. Corporate responsibility We take our responsibilities serious Corporate responsibility is central to the NKT core business and we aim at creating positive impacts for our stakeholders and ur business whilst carefully managing risks. We focus heavily on environmentally friendly solutions and continuously invest in new and improved manufacturing facilities. Innovation Innovation is everything! NKT has a pioneering track record comprising the most efficient and reliable cables systems, especially within the high voltage area, with the world´s longest and most powerful AC and DC power transmissions as a prime example. Procurement Procurement At NKT, we have a strong focus on mutually beneficial and long lasting cooperation with suppliers. We have a high demand for various raw materials, including significant amounts of non-ferrous metals, plastic materials, specific materials for the cable industry, technical components and testing and installation services. With a spend volume of significantly more than a billion Euros per year, we provide attractive opportunities for potential partners. Locations NKT focus on the European and Asian markets With manufacturing facilities in Germany, Denmark, Czech Republic, Poland, Sweden and Norway and sales offices all over the word, we are a global supplier. We continuously invest heavily in new and improved manufacturing facilities, the most recent of these is our plant in Cologne which focuses mainly on high voltage cable solutions, including submarine cables. News & events Stay updated! In our news & events section we keep you updated on product launches, projects and tenders we win, financial news, special announcements, fairs we attend, special events etc. Career Looking for new opportunities? At NKT, we offer a world of opportunities for people with a global mind-set and the desire to make a difference. Working at NKT gives you a lot of opportunities. NKT - your natural choice NKT is a global front-line supplier to the energy sector. We develop, manufacture and market high quality cables, accessories and solutions for electrical infrastructure, the construction field and in the railway industries. We supply creative, highly technological and sustainable products, services and solutions for our customers. Products go backProducts Low Voltage - Building Wires Focus on innovation, safety standards and high quality NKT building wires offer a safe, environmentally friendly, high quality solution for a variety of building projects. At NKT, we are proud of our innovation, our excellent safety standards, and our variety of high quality designs – and this is reflected in our building wires. Whether developing residential, commercial or industrial buildings, our building wires offer the quality and reliability you need. Low Voltage - Harmonized Cables and Wires Specialist in harmonised cables and wires NKT specialises in the production of low-voltage harmonised cables and wires for a variety of markets. These cables are usable in many different countries and markets, making them highly versatile in addition to bringing the same quality, reliability and durability associated with all work produced by NKT. Low voltage– 1 kV cables Diverse and comprehensive range of 1 kV cables With our wide range of 1kV cables, NKT has the ideal solution to many industrial requirements. Our large range includes cables for many different applications and custom-designed cables. All of our products comply with current legislation covering national and international standards, providing solutions for customers around the globe. Medium Voltage cables Premium medium voltage cables NKT manufactures premium medium voltage cables to meet your exact specifications. From 6kV to 50 kV, single core or multi core, and with aluminium or copper conductors, we can deliver virtually any cable to meet your exact needs, fitting all international standards and tested for a long service life. Medium Voltage Accessories Trust in our experience and expertise NKT has a wealth of experience in providing medium-voltage power cables accessories. Our range of accessories includes cable joints, connectors, as well as indoor and outdoor terminations for a huge variety of applications and is used in a wide range of industries. NKT was the very first company to utilise silicone rubber terminations, and we specialise in these highly versatile and efficient accessories for use in medium voltage systems. High & Extra High Voltage Onshore Cables We excel in high and extra high voltage onshore cable projects Our high and extra high voltage onshore cables combine state of the art cable design, outstanding product quality and deep engineering as well as project expertise. With clever solutions, such as our proven CityCables especially for densly populated areas, we can provide customized onshore cable solutions to exactly meet customer requirements. High & Extra High Voltage Offshore Cables World leader in offshore high voltage submarine cables Since our company started producing communication submarine cables more than 130 years ago, our range of products has expanded extensively into a diverse portfolio of onshore and offshore services and energy transfer technology, developed to the optimum technical standards at our state-of-the-art f2c factory in Cologne, Germany. High & Extra High Voltage Accessories Highest performance and conformity to national and international standards NKT' high and extra-high voltage (50 kV - 550 kV) accessories are developed in co-operation with our customers by our research and development department, and are made to the highest national and international standards as well as our own, even more rigorous tests. Railway - Cables, Conductors & Accessories Highest quality for railway electrification NKT have worked with railway companies all over the world to deliver some of the highest quality solutions available on the market through our wide spectrum of products. Our cable conductors, contact wires, return conductors and respective accessories are made to the highest standards for any and all requirements. Power Cable Monitoring Increased efficiency and safety for cable systems A high performance power cable monitoring solution for load management or security monitoring to give business owners better control of their infrastructure and improving the efficiency of network managers and technicians. Works in combination with existing cable management software for an integrative solution to your power needs. Telecom energy cables Continuous development of cost and energy efficient telecom energy cables Based on many years of experience in the telecom industry for energy cables, we are a reliable partner for our global customers. We offer qualitative telecom energy cable solutions for site material by working closely with our customers but also referring and shaping latest technology developments. Due to our flexible production set-up, we are proud to deliver with short lead times according to tight project schedules. Special Cables Special cables for a wide range of specialist industrial applications NKT develop and manufacture a wide range of special cables for a variety of industrial applications for many different companies. These include wires intended as a supply lead for electric ignition agents, wires for winding motor coils for submersible pumps and many other highly special applications. We offer you a comprehensive product portfolio As full-solution supplier, we offer our customers everything they need for their projects: individual solutions, systems planning, service contracts, cables, accessories and overhead lines. Our manufacturing plants are among the most modern, flexible and cost-effective in the world, and we invest heavily to keep them at the highest technological level. Industries go backIndustries Construction Reliable cables for any construction project Our cables play a major role in modern construction, everywhere from residential, commercial to industrial buildings. We deliver a broad range of building wires with a wide array of different specifications, which are always safe and reliable, while meeting the most stringent regulatory requirements. We also excel in easy installation and clever packaging options to maximize customer value. Industry Reliable performance everywhere Power cables for industrial applications need to perform reliably under the most demanding conditions. NKT meets these challenges with a large assortment of different cables and accessories that have been tried and tested to excel even in extreme environments. Mining Our cables perform even under tough conditions In mining, safety, reliability and performance of power cables and accessories are of the essence to ensure smooth and efficient operations. Given the harsh demands of a mining environment, NKT provides the ideal cable products that are successfully used in the mining industry within decades. Power distribution Trust us to distrbute power Our comprehensive range of power distribution cables and accessories truly helps bringing power to life. Within utilities and grip operations, as well as in industrial settings, customers can always rely on our solutions for power distribution. Power transmission Transmission is one of our core competencies Sustainable energy systems are becoming increasingly important within power transmission. NKT is at the forefront of this development, and our power transmission solutions are ideal to meet today’s energy challenges. We provide complete customized cables systems, including accessories and installation to meet your individual requirements. Railway High performance railway electrification Years of experience, along with our focus on quality, makes NKT one of the most important partners of railway companies and planners all over the world. Our contact wires and conductors are deployed wherever extensive technical know-how and the highest safety levels in railway transport are needed. Railway companies around the world put their faith in the quality and reliability of NKT. Renewable We pioneer the energy revolution The world needs renewable energy, and NKT consider it a natural step to take our part of the responsibility. We develop cable solutions with a focus on renewable energy technology, and we connect renewable energy sources, with onshore and offshore wind farms as a prime example. For us the environment is not only a question for policy, but a question of doing! Telecom Continuous development of cost and energy efficient telecom energy cables Based on many years of experience in the telecom industry for energy cables, we are a reliable partner for our global customers. We offer qualitative telecom energy cable solutions for site material by working closely with our customers but also referring and shaping latest technology developments. Due to our flexible production set-up, we are proud to deliver with short lead times according to tight project schedules. Trading Our focus is on long term partnerships Wholesalers play an important role in the cable market and NKT has a long standing tradition of strong partnership with such vendors. We carry a large variety of options that is highly suitable for the wholesale market, along with the respective support and product information. Thus we create sustainable long-term relationships. We bring power to life everywhere Our products can be found in a wide variety of industries and applications. Therefore, NKT helps bringing power to life in many ways, for example, within the automotive industry, mining, power transmission or renewable energy. For each industry, you can find a selection of products that is specifically suitable and has been successfully used in the given application. Services go backServices Cable Service Let us be your excellent Service Partner We are not only and installation/contractor we are a manufacturing cable company with its own R&D department to achieve continuous improvements also in Cable Service. Installation services More than 100 years of experience The cable systems skills, knowledge and know-how NKT has at its disposal cover the entire process, from design, planning, and manufacturing (including accessories) to final installation. Turnkey Solutions We think in solutions. And deliver to meet your needs For NKT, customer focus means giving customers exactly what they need, both products and services. Go Green Score Sustainability is measureable With the unique NKT Go Green Score, we provide a objective measurement and assessment tools for your HV cables projects. Our unique approach takes environmental, social impact and long term costs into account. Recycling 55 years of experience with cable recycling NKT is one of the few cable manufacturers that operates a complete recycling concept for XLPE recyclable cable types. CPR Common classification of fire properties Because the fire properties of construction products are important for fire safety, we now have common EU regulations for fire classification and test methods for cables used in buildings. Packaging solutions Welcome to a new world of packaging solutions Q•solutions are an innovative way to improve safety and productivity for installers, while each solution helps improve productivity on its own. We are your service partner NKT focus on our customers and do our best to meet your requirements and needs. Our installation department has more than 100 years of experience and is capable of assisting in all kinds of installation, repair and services of most cable types, anywhere in the World. 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Investors Service navigation go backService navigation Press room Regional sites Czech Germany Denmark Poland Sweden Finland DOP Finder News & events Career Contact Follow us Watchlist Submit About us About us Locations We are a global supplier NKT is a global company with manufacturing facilities in Europe which enable us to design, manufacture and market our high quality products as well as push the boundaries of technological innovation in our field. Our manufacturing plants are among the most modern, flexible and cost-effective in the world, and we invest heavily in our manufacturing facilities to keep them at the highest technological level. Our state-of-the-art facility in Cologne, Germany is a unique example with specialized technical innovations which have been integrated into the factory to make the production as efficient as possible. You find a list of all our facilities around the globe and where you can find us in the left menu Czech Republic Our two sites here include the oldest cable plant in Europe. Today, our locations in the Czech Republic include some of the most high-tech plants in the industry. READ MORE Denmark In Denmark, we produce building wires, 1 kV and medium voltage cables up to 72 kV. We also have a large part of our installation team and our recycling plant here. READ MORE Germany In Germany we do have multiple sites, including our state of the art f2c factory for high voltage cables, as well as plants for MV accessories and Railway products. READ MORE Norway Our branch specialising in low-voltage cables, 1 kV cables, installation and complete solutions for customers. READ MORE Poland Our facilities in Poland focus on producing installation and low-voltage cables, with a recently constructed new plant building in Warszowice in 2009. READ MORE Sweden Our three plants in Sweden focuse on production of building wires, 1kV, MV and HV cables, accessories and cables for the telecommunications industry. READ MORE Profile & key figures Click here to read more about key facts on NKT, including a company overview and financial figures. Read More History Our long history has shaped our current positioning and provides us with important experience. 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