thyssenkrupp is an international group of companies consisting of largely independent industrial and technology businesses with around 100,000 employees. In the 2020/2021 financial year, it generated sales of €34 billion in 56 countries. Business activities are grouped into six segments: Materials Services, Industrial Components, Automotive Technology, Steel Europe; Marine Systems and Multi Tracks. With comprehensive technological know-how, the businesses develop economical and resource-saving solutions for the challenges of the future. Around 3,600 employees work in research and development at 78 locations worldwide and are primarily concerned with climate protection and the energy transition, digital transformation in industry and future mobility. The patent portfolio of the thyssenkrupp Group currently includes around 18,100 patents and utility models. Under the thyssenkrupp umbrella brand, the group of companies creates long-term value with innovative products, technologies and services and contributes to a better life for future generations. thyssenkrupp is a company in the MDAX. thyssenkrupp shares are traded on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (code: TKA) and as American Depositary Receipts (code: TKAMY) in the USA.