Klabin SA history, profile and corporate video Klabin SA, formerly Klabin Riocell SA, is a Brazil-based company principally engaged in the paper industry. The Company is structured in three business units: Forestry sector, which is involved in the planting and cultivation of pine and eucalyptus forest to supply paper mills of the Company, as well as to sell timber logs to third parties; Paper sector, which is active in the production and sale of cardboard rolls, kraft and recycled paper, among others, and Conversion sector, which is involved in the manufacture and supply of corrugated cardboard sheets, corrugated boxes, industrial bags and…
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$12.16B FY2025 Revenue (USD) $168B Market Cap (Dec 2025) 15,200 Employees Worldwide 1975 Year Founded 122nd Global Rank by Market Cap KLA Corporation stands as the dominant player in semiconductor process control and yield management equipment. The company designs and manufactures inspection and metrology systems that chip manufacturers use to detect defects and measure critical dimensions during production. Headquartered in Milpitas, California, KLA serves nearly every major semiconductor fabricator worldwide. The company’s products help chipmakers identify problems early in manufacturing, reducing waste and improving profitability. KLA holds over 50% market share in process control equipment, more than four times that…
Kinross Gold Corporation history, profile and corporate video Kinross Gold Corporation (Kinross) is engaged in gold mining and related activities, including exploration and acquisition of gold-bearing properties, the extraction and processing of gold-containing ore, and reclamation of gold mining properties. Kinross also produces and sells silver. Kinross’ gold production and exploration activities are carried out principally in Canada, the United States, the Russian Federation, Brazil, Ecuador, Chile, Ghana and Mauritania. The Company’s gold is produced in the form of dore, which is shipped to refineries for final processing. Kinross also produces and sells silver. The Company’s segments include Fort Knox, Round Mountain,…
Kimberly-Clark Key Stats Founded in 1872 in Neenah, Wisconsin with $42,000 initial capital 2024 net sales reached $20.1 billion across global markets Operates in approximately 175 countries worldwide Employs 38,000 workers across manufacturing and distribution operations Headquarters located in Irving, Texas since 1985 Kimberly-Clark Corporation ranks among the largest consumer goods companies in the world. The company manufactures personal care products, consumer tissue, and professional cleaning solutions. You can find its products in homes across more than 175 countries. The company owns several household names that dominate their categories. Huggies leads the diaper market, Kleenex defines facial tissue, and Kotex…
Key Stats Founded on December 11, 1944 as South Korea’s oldest car company Originally established as manufacturer of steel tubing and bicycle parts Acquired by Hyundai Motor Company in 1998 following 1997 bankruptcy during Asian financial crisis Operates through three segments: Passenger Cars, Recreational Vehicles, and Commercial Vehicles Headquartered in Seoul, South Korea Kia Motors Corp. is a South Korean multinational automotive manufacturer specializing in passenger cars, recreational vehicles, and commercial vehicles. The company produces a diverse range of models including compact cars like Picanto and Rio, SUVs such as Sportage and Sorento, and commercial trucks serving domestic and international…
KEYENCE Corp. history, profile and corporate video KEYENCE Corp. engages in the manufacture and sale of applied electronic equipment. Its products include various sensors and measuring equipment, programmable controllers, touch panels, bar code readers, microscopes, recorders, laser markers, three dimensional printers, static eliminators, and packaged software. The company was founded by Takemitsu Takizaki in March 1972 and is headquartered in Osaka, Japan.” “A Leader in Sensing Technology since 1974 Who We Are KEYENCE has steadily grown since 1974 to become an innovative leader in the development and manufacturing of industrial automation and inspection equipment worldwide. Our products consist of code readers, laser markers, machine…
Kesko Oyj history, profile and history video Kesko Oyj engages in the development, ownership, and management of store network. The company operates its business through four segments: Food Trade, Home and Specialty Goods Trade, Building and Home Improvement Trade, and Car and Machinery Trade. The Food Trade segment includes the centralized purchasing of products, selection management, logistics, and the development of chain concepts and the storenetwork. The Home and Specialty Goods Trade segment operates in the clothing, home, leisure, home technology, entertainment, and furniture product lines. The Building and Home Improvement Trade segment retails building, renovation, and home improvement supplies. The…
Kellogg Co. profile and corporate video Kellogg Co. operates as a food manufacturing company. It engages in the manufacturing, marketing and distribution of cereal and convenience foods, including cookies, crackers, toaster pastries, cereal bars, frozen waffles and meat alternatives. The company’s brands include Kellogg’s, Keebler, Pop-Tarts, Eggo, Cheez-It, Nutri-Grain, Rice Krispies, Murray, Austin, Morningstar Farms, Famous Amos, Carr’s, Plantation, Ready Crust and Kashi, which are manufactured in 18 countries and marketed in more than 180 countries. It has operations in Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, North America and South America. The company was founded by Will Keith Kellogg in 1906 and is…
KDDI Corp. history, profile and corporate video KDDI Corp. engages in the telecommunications business. It operates through the following segments: Personal Services, Value Services, Business Services, Global Services, and Others. The Personal Services segment provides mobile handset sales and other services. The Value Services segment offers various types of content and settlement services. The Business Services segment deals with communication services, mobile handset sales, data center services, various types of information and communication technology (ICT) solution/cloud services, and other services for corporate customers. The Global Services segment involves communications services, data center services, various types of ICT solution/cloud services, and other services…
Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. history, profile and history video Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. engages in the manufacture of transportation equipment and industrial goods. It operates through the following segments: Ship and Offshore Structure, Rolling Stock, Aerospace, Gas Turbine and Machinery, Plant and Infrastructure, Motorcycle and Engine, Precision Machinery, and Other. The Ship and Offshore Structure segment builds and sells ships and other vessels. The Rolling Stock segment produces and sells railway vehicles and snow plows. The Aerospace segment manufactures and sells aircrafts. The Gas Turbine and Machinery segment produces and merchandises jet engines, general gas turbines, and prime movers. The Plant and…