FLSmidth

Toni Laaksonen (M)

CEO

At FLSmidth, we believe that equality means business. Empowering women and advancing gender equality are fundamental to building a resilient, innovative, and sustainable company. As we continue our journey as a focused mining technology and services leader, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to contribute, grow and lead. By supporting the Women’s Empowerment Principles, we reaffirm our responsibility to lead by example, embed equity into our culture and decision-making, and drive positive impact across our value chain and the communities in which we operate.

General Information

WEPs signatory since 01 March 2019
Public
5001-10,000 employees

Baseline

Less than 30% women employees.

Less than 30% women at management level.

Between 30% and 50% women on boards/executive team/partners.

Industry

Industrial Machinery

Location

Denmark
Global
Also operating and will implement WEPs in the following countries and regions:
Other Countries
Australia
Chile
China
India
Mexico
Romania
United States of America

Progress - 2026

Percentage of women and men employees
  • 20.70
  • 79.3
  • 15 - 20%
  • 76 - 80%
Percentage of women and men in senior management positions
  • 16.00
  • 84
  • 16 - 20%
  • 81 - 85%
Percentage of women and men on the company board
  • 33.00
  • 67
  • 31 - 35%
  • 66 - 70%
Ratio of basic salary of women to men
  • 18
  • Global gender pay gap average: -
  • Company average: 18%
Retention rate of women and men employees who took parental leave
  • 10.00
  • 5.00
  • 5 - 10%
  • 0 - 5%

Annual Report

Last updated on: 09 April 2026