Director’s charges predate Cargotec role

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- 11 Apr 2024 ( #1174 ) - Helsinki, Finland
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Cargotech board member Tapio Kolunsarka
Cargotech board member Tapio Kolunsarka

Charges against Cargotec board member Tapio Kolunsarka relate to a position held at another company, Cargotec has told Nasdaq Helsinki. 

“According to information received by Cargotec Corporation, the public prosecutor has decided to press charges against Tapio Kolunsarka, who is a member of the board of directors of Cargotec, in a criminal matter concerning Ramirent Plc’s disclosures as a listed company,” the statement says.

“Tapio Kolunsarka acted as the managing director of Ramirent Plc during the period referred to in the charges in 2019. 

“According to information received by Cargotec, Tapio Kolunsarka denies any involvement in criminal activity. 

“Cargotec is not a party to the matter. The charges do not affect the work of the Cargotec board of directors.”

Cargotec's business units include Kalmar, Hiab and MacGregor and the company employs around 11,400 people globally. 

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