Jungheinrich acquires stake in EP Equipment
Jungheinrich has acquired a 4.9% stake in EP Equipment, reinforcing its long-term strategic partnership and supporting the expansion of its Mid Tech product portfolio under the Anton by Jungheinrich brand.
Jungheinrich acquires 4.9 per cent of the shares in EP Equipment
- The investment strengthens the existing partnership in the long term
- Expands the Mid-Tech product portfolio
- Supports future innovation and market development
Hamburg / Anji – Jungheinrich AG has acquired a 4.9 per cent stake in Chinese industrial truck manufacturer EP Equipment as part of a long-term strategic investment. The acquisition marks another important milestone in the implementation of Jungheinrich's Strategy 2030+ and further strengthens the successful partnership between the two companies.
Dr Lars Brzoska, CEO of Jungheinrich AG, commented:
"EP Equipment is one of the most successful and fast-growing companies in the material handling sector. With our investment, we are creating a strong foundation for our long-term partnership."
John He, CEO of EP Equipment, added:
"Jungheinrich's investment is an expression of mutual trust and underlines the close ties between our companies. It creates a strong foundation for jointly capitalizing on new opportunities in material handling."
The strategic partnership between Jungheinrich and EP Equipment was first established in May 2025 under the shared vision of "Shaping the future of material handling together." Since then, both companies have combined their expertise to deliver greater efficiency, productivity, and sustainability for customers worldwide.
Built on a shared commitment to electrification and innovation, the partnership has already demonstrated significant value. The investment further strengthens collaboration between the two companies and creates additional opportunities for knowledge sharing, technology development, and innovation across the material handling industry.
Looking ahead, Jungheinrich and EP Equipment intend to further expand their cooperation in product development and market growth, unlocking new opportunities throughout the value chain.
The investment also supports Jungheinrich's expansion into the Mid-Tech market segment through its AntOn by Jungheinrich brand. Introduced in 2024, AntOn was created to meet the growing demand for reliable, cost-effective, standardized industrial trucks. Manufactured primarily by EP Equipment, the AntOn range combines robust performance, fast availability, and uncompromising safety, providing customers with dependable solutions for everyday warehouse operations.
With this strategic investment, Jungheinrich continues to strengthen its position as a leading provider of innovative material handling solutions while building long-term value through trusted global partnerships.