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he growth of urban cities presents exciting
opportunities for KONE in all parts of the world.
Cities are becoming denser and buildings are
growing taller. All of which creates demand for
elevators and escalators.
To meet the growing need, we work at all the
important points of people flow – housing, public
transportation, infrastructure and recreational spaces – and enable
convenient, safe and swift movement of people in urbanizing
cityscapes. In the pursuit of innovation, we constantly devise
smart and energy-efficient ways to help congested cities function
systematically. Our talented teams around the world contribute to
the rhythm of cities, not missing a beat.
I strongly believe urbanization has the potential to make this world
a more prosperous place, bring more people together and enhance
their living standards. KONE assumes responsibilities to improve
quality of life in urban environments by providing the best people
flow experience. In this journey, we aim to leverage the process of
urbanization and reach new pinnacles.
HENRIK EHRNROOTH
PRESIDENT & CEO, KONE CORPORATION
CEO’s message
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Sustainable urbanization – myth or reality?
In the wake of rapid urbanization, there is a need to build sustainable cities that
connect systems, natural resources, infrastructure, utilities, economies and human
societies efficiently. But is it as simple as it sounds?
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Tapping the potential of urbanization
Henrik Ehrnrooth, President and CEO, KONE Corporation, explains
how KONE is actively participating in creating livable and sustainable
cities in different geographies.
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Intelligent moves
World’s ballooning population is forcing cities to build up
instead of out, which requires special people flow planning and
innovative technologies. KONE steps in.
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The flying fish of Shenzhen
Shaped like a manta ray – a fish that breathes and changes its own
shape – Terminal 3 of Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport makes
an iconic architectural statement.
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Keeping megacities on the move
A metropolis is like a giant sprawling organism. Every artery must
pump in synchronized flow, or else the system grinds to a halt. We
meet four KONE technicians who keep the critical organs functioning.
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Focus on safety at Karstadt
In retail, nothing is more important than customer experience and
safety. KONE works actively with its customers and partners to
ensure the safe use of all its products.
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Did you know?
How many cities will the world have by 2030? How is the Kingdom
Tower project in Jeddah shaping up? Who will equip Beijing’s tallest
building China Zun?
PEOPLE FLOW
is KONE’s stakeholder magazine. KONE Corporation, Keilasatama 3, P.O. Box 7, FI-02150 Espoo, Finland, +358 204 751
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
Liisa Kivelä
MANAGING EDITOR
Eveliina Linderborg
EDITORIAL BOARD
Max Alfthan, Liisa Kivelä, Karla Lindahl
EDITORIAL OFFICE AND LAYOUT
Spoon Helsinki
COVER PHOTO
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IN COVER
Traffic jam on the streets of Kolkata
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ISSN
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ORDERS, ADDRESSES, FEEDBACK AND STORY IDEAS
media@kone.comPeople Flow issue 14 published in July 2015
www.kone.comKONE
IN BRIEF
KONE is one of the leaders in the elevator and escalator industry.
The company has been committed to understanding the needs
of its customers for the past century, providing industry-leading
elevators, escalators and automatic building doors as well as
innovative solutions for modernization and maintenance. The
company’s objective is to offer the best People Flow® experience
by developing and delivering solutions that enable people to move
smoothly, safely, comfortably and without waiting in buildings in
an increasingly urbanizing environment. KONE is present in close
to 60 countries with more than 47,000 dedicated employees and
distributors to serve you globally and locally.
Keeping pace with
urbanization
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