STIHL forestry and garden equipment

STIHL is a world-renowned brand specializing in outdoor power equipment, most famous for its chainsaws. Founded in 1926 by Andreas Stihl in Stuttgart, Germany, the company revolutionized the logging industry by introducing the first portable electric chainsaw and later a gasoline-powered model.

Today, STIHL remains a family-owned business, headquartered in Waiblingen, Germany. While the brand has deep German roots, its manufacturing is global to support international demand. Major production facilities are located in Germany, the United States (Virginia Beach), Brazil, China, Austria (VIKING), and Switzerland. In the Netherlands, the brand is represented by its subsidiary, STIHL B.V., which manages distribution and specialist dealer support across the country.