During its long history, Gränges has been associated with railways, mining, shipping operations, ore exports, car safety – and not least aluminium. These are just some of the areas in which the company has been involved over the 125 years since it was founded.

At the beginning of the twentieth century, Gränges was Stockholm Stock Exchange’s highest valued company, in the middle of the century it was the world’s largest ore supplier and towards the end of the century it was a subsidiary of the Electrolux Group. Today, Gränges is an aluminium technology company that drives the development of lighter, smarter and more sustainable aluminium products and solutions. Gränges’ technology and business model is rooted in, and benefits from, the Swedish tradition of sustainability and long-term thinking. The company’s story is not about looking back – it is about looking ahead. It has been, ever since 1896.

It has not been a straight path. It has been ups and downs, mistakes and mishaps. There are also many examples of how difficulties breed creativity. Gränges has always changed based on the demands of the times and market conditions. The company’s history also reflects a changing world and Sweden’s modern development.

The common factors throughout the years have been adaptation and innovation; adaptation to new circumstances and innovation to drive development and explore new opportunities. These two abilities are just as decisive and relevant to Gränges’ business today as they were 125 years ago.

Anniversary book about Gränges’ history
Gränges’ long and exciting history is described in the book “Gränges – since 1896”, which was published as part of the 125th anniversary celebration of Gränges in 2021. The book is written by the business journalist and author Ronald Fagerfjäll and published by Förlaget Näringslivshistoria.

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