Scania, Commercial vehicle manufacturer in Södertälje, Sweden
Scania is a commercial vehicle manufacturer with production facilities in several countries, building heavy trucks, buses, and diesel engines for industrial use. The manufacturing follows a modular system where individual components are assembled according to customer specifications.
The company formed in 1911 through the merger of Vabis and Maskinfabriks-aktiebolaget Scania, two Swedish engineering firms. After World War I, the focus shifted from luxury automobiles to heavy-duty trucks.
The company displays a griffin in its logo, taken from the Scania province coat of arms. Visitors see this emblem on vehicles and buildings, marking the brand's connection to its Swedish roots.
Visitors interested in industrial tours can inquire about guided visits at certain facilities, which show truck assembly and engine production. The sites are typically located in industrial zones outside city centers with direct access to highways or rail connections.
In 2025, the company will deploy self-driving mining trucks in Western Australia's Pilbara region through a partnership with mining operator Regroup. These vehicles navigate mine sites without human drivers, hauling ore across open-pit operations.
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