KNAPP overview

KNAPP is a major European intralogistics automation company known for high-performance warehouse systems, shuttle technology, picking automation and sector-specific logistics solutions. It is particularly strong in pharmaceuticals, fashion, retail, food and e-commerce.

Company fact	Detail
Founded	1952
Country	Austria
Address	Guenter-Knapp-Strasse 5-7, 8075 Hart bei Graz
Employees	Approx. 7,000+ globally
Specializes in	Warehouse automation, shuttle systems, picking automation, healthcare and retail logistics, robotics integration
Products	OSR Shuttle Evo, Pick-it-Easy, Open Shuttle AMR, KiSoft, pocket sorter systems, robotic picking, goods-to-person systems
Typical projects	Pharmaceutical distribution, fashion logistics, grocery automation, e-commerce fulfillment, shuttle-based storage, automated picking, store replenishment
Management and ownership	KNAPP AG is privately held and headquartered in Austria. CEO: Gerald Hofer. Ownership is private/foundation-family oriented through the KNAPP group structure.

Website: www.knapp.com

KNAPP review summary

KNAPP is an Austrian warehouse automation group with about 9,000 employees at 60 locations and revenue of EUR 1.8 billion in 2024. Founded in 1952 in a workshop in Graz, it grew through automated picking for pharmaceutical wholesalers and remains privately held. This profile sets out its history, structure, products and leadership.

Verified key facts from the review

Fact	Detail
Company	KNAPP AG
Founded	1952, by Guenter Knapp in Graz
Headquarters	Hart bei Graz, Austria
Employees	About 9,000
Locations	60 worldwide
Revenue	EUR 1.8 billion in 2024
Stock listing	None; privately held
Chief Executive Officer	Gerald Hofer, since 2012