Oshkosh Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of specialty vehicles and vehicle bodies. In fiscal 2007, Oshkosh achieved $6.3 billion* in sales and $590 million in operating income.
As of January 31, 2008, Oshkosh shareholders have enjoyed a total return (dividends reinvested) of more than 1700% since the Company's transformation began in September 1996 when Oshkosh began to implement its successful growth strategy.
The company's strong families of industrial brands are leaders in their industries. Under its Pierce brand, Oshkosh is the world's leading fire truck manufacturer. In addition, Oshkosh is among the world's leading defense vehicle manufacturers. Its McNeilus concrete mixers are used by more concrete producers than any other brand and the combined McNeilus and Geesink Norba Group is the world leader in refuse collection bodies. JLG is the world leader in aerial work platforms.
Oshkosh is backed by 11 consecutive years of improving financial performance while executing a consistent growth strategy:
- Lead in product development.
Oshkosh seeks to introduce new products and technologies in each end market, giving the company a distinct competitive advantage.
- Seek operational excellence
. Oshkosh factories are flexible and efficient, allowing them to be a low cost manufacturer.
- Pursue strategic complementary acquisitions
. Oshkosh has a proven record of completing strategic acquisitions, and then driving organic growth. Since 1996, the company has augmented performance with the successful integration of 15 acquisitions, building a company from $400 million in sales in fiscal 1996 to $6.3 billion in fiscal 2007.
- Deliver superior quality and service.
Strong brands and a superior reputation for quality mean stronger ties with customers. Oshkosh has greatly expanded its service network globally and has undertaken an extensive benchmarking program of its quality systems.
*Historical performance does not guarantee future results. |