THE COMPANY
BRIEF COMPANY INFO
Christian von Koenigsegg grew up with the dream of creating the perfect sportscar. After several years of planning he launched the Koenigsegg project in 1994. A tight-knit group of competent people was gathered and a prototype was assembled, the success of which enabled the foundation of Koenigsegg Automotive AB.
In the year 2000 Koenigsegg started the series-production of the CC 8S model. It proved to the world that it was indeed possible for a small and dedicated group of enthusiasts to rival the old established supercar brands.
In the spring of 2004 Koenigsegg launched the CCR, a vehicle that leaves all others behind. The Koenigsegg headquarters is now in a large Fighter Jet facility, which houses 45 full time staff plus several extras.
They include 7 engineers, 4 R&D staff, 4 composite technicians, 5 pre- assembly staff, 3 engine assembly staff, 14 final assembly staff, 3 storage staff and 5 at PR, sales, administration and leadership. Extra personnel are called in when needed, usually for development purposes. Presently 7 vehicles can be assembled simultaneously, with 4 stations in the pre-assembly hall and 3 in the final assembly hall.
A large network of suppliers and partners is tied to Koenigsegg, most of which are based in Sweden. Many are small companies and craftsmen that produce low volumes of high quality components. Both the assembly and the manufacture of the components is very labor intensive (e.g. all 300+ carbonfibre parts that make up each car), and the materials are without exception very costly. This is the reason for the high price of a Koenigsegg.
In the year 2000 Koenigsegg started the series-production of the CC 8S model. It proved to the world that it was indeed possible for a small and dedicated group of enthusiasts to rival the old established supercar brands.
In the spring of 2004 Koenigsegg launched the CCR, a vehicle that leaves all others behind. The Koenigsegg headquarters is now in a large Fighter Jet facility, which houses 45 full time staff plus several extras.
They include 7 engineers, 4 R&D staff, 4 composite technicians, 5 pre- assembly staff, 3 engine assembly staff, 14 final assembly staff, 3 storage staff and 5 at PR, sales, administration and leadership. Extra personnel are called in when needed, usually for development purposes. Presently 7 vehicles can be assembled simultaneously, with 4 stations in the pre-assembly hall and 3 in the final assembly hall.
A large network of suppliers and partners is tied to Koenigsegg, most of which are based in Sweden. Many are small companies and craftsmen that produce low volumes of high quality components. Both the assembly and the manufacture of the components is very labor intensive (e.g. all 300+ carbonfibre parts that make up each car), and the materials are without exception very costly. This is the reason for the high price of a Koenigsegg.
A WORD FROM CHRISTIAN
BUILDING PASSION
Strong feelings and emotions are deeply embedded into all the details and aspects of our cars. Painstakingly we have honed all details to perfection and ultimate lightness, only using the best ideas, materials and technology available and combining this with the wit that only small, focused and passionate companies can have.
In the creative process - only the best will do. All available time, emotions and resources have been spent -nothing spared, everything ventured and sacrificed, in the name of beauty, perfection and speed.
I truly feel that our cars have souls. We at Koenigsegg have all poured our hearths into the creation of the cars and we are confident this can be experienced when driving one.
- I truly hope you get the chance soon!
Christian
Christian v. Koenigsegg is the founder and CEO of Koenigsegg Automotive. Christians inventive mind and unending enthusiasm is a vital part of all aspects of his four-wheeled namesakes.
In the creative process - only the best will do. All available time, emotions and resources have been spent -nothing spared, everything ventured and sacrificed, in the name of beauty, perfection and speed.
I truly feel that our cars have souls. We at Koenigsegg have all poured our hearths into the creation of the cars and we are confident this can be experienced when driving one.
- I truly hope you get the chance soon!
Christian
Christian v. Koenigsegg is the founder and CEO of Koenigsegg Automotive. Christians inventive mind and unending enthusiasm is a vital part of all aspects of his four-wheeled namesakes.
KOENIGSEGG FACILITIES
The Koenigsegg headquarters lie in southern Sweden, near the city Ängelholm. Formerly this cluster of buildings was occupied by the Swedish Air Force, and Koenigsegg’s new assembly hall used to be a hangar for JAS 39 Gripen fighter jets. Adapted to the needs of Koenigsegg, these facilities provide the perfect infrastructure for building high-tech supercars, with a modern office block adjacent to the assembly halls. There is ample room for a composite workshop, pre- and final assembly halls, an R&D department, storage and a racing department.
There is also a private test track both for fun and serious driving, and the proximity of the local airport is convenient for visitors and staff alike. A helipad is available in the vicinity, and the local train station is only minutes away.
Fighter Jet Squadron nr. 1 of the Swedish Air Force was based at the present Koenigsegg HQ before being closed down by the government in 2003. Their symbol, a ghost within a circle, now adorns the CCR and all future extreme versions of the Koenigsegg CC. This is both to honour the predecessors and to show that the Koenigsegg crew feels they continue the legacy of Squadron nr 1. Several of Koenigsegg’s employees previously worked with the maintenance and repairs of the fighter jets.
There is also a private test track both for fun and serious driving, and the proximity of the local airport is convenient for visitors and staff alike. A helipad is available in the vicinity, and the local train station is only minutes away.
Fighter Jet Squadron nr. 1 of the Swedish Air Force was based at the present Koenigsegg HQ before being closed down by the government in 2003. Their symbol, a ghost within a circle, now adorns the CCR and all future extreme versions of the Koenigsegg CC. This is both to honour the predecessors and to show that the Koenigsegg crew feels they continue the legacy of Squadron nr 1. Several of Koenigsegg’s employees previously worked with the maintenance and repairs of the fighter jets.
