Jebsen & Jessen Group has appointed Karl Tilkorn as Chief Executive Officer of its newly established Material Handling business unit. This move is part of the conglomerate’s strategy to enhance its material handling operations globally. Tilkorn’s leadership comes after the Group’s acquisition of the Industrial Products business from Konecranes in 2023, and the more recent acquisitions of Safetech and EMS in Australia.
The Material Handling unit, operating under the MHE brand, is a S$170m enterprise across the Asia Pacific. It offers a range of services, including manufacturing and engineering solutions in industrial automation and material handling. The unit serves diverse sectors, from construction to aerospace.
Tilkorn, who previously led the MHE-Demag joint venture, rejoined Jebsen & Jessen in 2023 and played a key role in rebuilding the MHE portfolio. “Karl’s appointment is in line with longer-term value creation for the MHE business as part of the Group’s Aligned to Thrive strategy,” said Per Magnusson, Group CEO of Jebsen & Jessen.
Tilkorn expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “I’m honoured to lead the MHE team as we step into this new chapter. This new organisational structure has given us clarity, agility and strategic focus to strengthen our leadership position.”
With this appointment, Jebsen & Jessen aims to drive growth and innovation within the Material Handling sector, reinforcing its commitment to delivering value to customers across the region.
