AB Volvo
AB Volvo is a multinational manufacturing company headquartered in Sweden that produces trucks, buses, construction equipment, and industrial engines. It operates as a public company listed on the Nasdaq Stockholm and is distinct from the Volvo Cars automotive brand, which is owned by Geely Holding.
Brand Identity Data
HQ Country
Sweden
HQ City
Gothenburg
Founded
1927
EU Headquartered
Yes
EU Manufactured
Yes
Ownership Type
public
Stock Exchange
Nasdaq Stockholm
Tax Domicile
SE
Ultimate Parent
AB Volvo
Data Hosting
SE
CLOUD Act Exposure
No ✓
GDPR Status
compliant
Carbon Neutral
false
B Corp Certified
No
Supply Chain
High
Repair / Recycling
Yes ✓
Ethical Certifications
ISO 14001, ISO 9001, ISO 45001
Verified on October 15, 2026
Corporate Lineage
1927
Foundation
Volvo was established in Gothenburg, Sweden, as a subsidiary of SKF.
1999
Divestment of Volvo Cars
AB Volvo sold its passenger car division to Ford Motor Company.
2021
Isuzu Partnership
AB Volvo completed the sale of UD Trucks to Isuzu Motors as part of a strategic alliance.