The Trelleborg story

Trelleborg has been pioneering polymer engineering and materials technology in its chosen segments for more than a century. Read about some key chapters in the Trelleborg story.
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    1896 – 1950
    How it all began
    In 1896, production started in Trelleborg, where we are still headquartered. Pioneering rubber use for industrial applications, becoming the leading rubber company in Scandinavia.
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    1950 – 1970
    International expansion
    Trelleborg grows fast, internationalization begins. In 1950, 4% of sales were outside of Sweden. By 1970 almost 40%. Stock exchange listing in 1964.
    Two men holding drawing plans for new facility to represent Trelleborgs international expansion
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    1980 – 1995
    A conglomerate
    Evolution from rubber company to fast-growing industrial conglomerate.
    Sales surged from ~EUR 240 million to ~EUR 2.2 billion by 1989.
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    1996 - 2015
    Concentration and expansion
    Trelleborg makes a strategic shift to a focused polymer group. Significant divestments and acquisitions set foundation for a new platform.
     
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    2016 - today
    A new Trelleborg

    Divestment of automotive antivibration, and tire businesses.Strengthening leading positions in selected industries. Expanding footprint in the Americas and Asia Pacific