Press release
Konecranes has made a significant donation to the Peace Fund of CMI – Martti Ahtisaari Peace Foundation. There are currently more conflicts in the world than at any time since World War II, and the demand for CMI’s work has increased significantly in recent years. The Peace Fund is a key tool for CMI in building sustainable peace.
”Konecranes makes donations to advance science, to protect environment and for humanitarian causes. In the current unstable world, we see peace mediation and conflict resolution as particularly important and meaningful, and therefore CMI, continuing the legacy of president Ahtisaari, was chosen as a beneficiary”, says Minna Aila, Konecranes EVP, Corporate Affairs & Brand.
The returns from the Peace Fund enable CMI to respond more swiftly to requests for assistance and support local solutions for as long as the parties to a conflict require.
“Through the Peace Fund, we can, ensure the continuity and independence of CMI’s work, as well as its long-term commitment to peace processes,” says Janne Taalas, CEO of CMI.
Janne Taalas, CEO of CMI, thanks Konecranes for its significant support. “Building peace requires collective efforts, and support like this is invaluable in this work. CMI’s efforts are guided by Ahtisaari’s vision that all conflicts can be resolved. Konecranes’ donation helps us strive together toward sustainable peace,” Taalas states.
For more information:
Kaisa Raitio
Head, Communications and Private Fundraising
kaisa.raitio@cmi.fi
+358 50 338 9269
Konecranes Media Desk
media@konecranes.com
CMI – Martti Ahtisaari Peace Foundation
CMI – Martti Ahtisaari Peace Foundation is a non-profit, independent Finnish organisation that prevents and resolves conflicts through dialogue and mediation. Founded in 2000 by Martti Ahtisaari, the organisation has since contributed to over 50 peace processes worldwide.
Konecranes
Konecranes is a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries. We consistently set the industry benchmark, from everyday improvements to the breakthroughs at moments that matter most, because we know we can always find a safer, more productive and sustainable way. That’s why, with around 16,800 professionals in over 50 countries, Konecranes is trusted every day to lift, handle and move what the world needs. In 2024, Group sales totalled EUR 4.2 billion. Konecranes shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki