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The Shyft Group | 2024 Annual Report
High-Performing Teams
We foster a culture of excellence,
innovation, and inclusion, empowering every
team member to contribute meaningfully.
Operational Excellence
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customer expectations fuels our innovation and growth.
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expertise and operational strength.
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excellence position us for the opportunities ahead. As we move
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delivering lasting value for our customers and stakeholders.
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Dear Shareholders,
As I reflect on 2024, I am proud of the progress we have made and the foundation we have strengthened.
Throughout the year, we remained focused on execution and efficiency, advancing our strategy and deepening
customer relationships to position The Shyft Group for long-term success.
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improvement. Through Mission Zero, we reduced workplace injuries by 40%, advancing our commitment to
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With a strong team in place, we focused on operational excellence to increase efficiency and deliver greater value
to customers. We streamlined processes, reduced costs, and improved product quality, while also introducing new
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commitment to efficient operations. Additionally, our One Shyft procurement strategy delivered material savings
and reinforced supplier relationships, improving operational agility.
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ensuring we could meet diverse customer needs with quality and reliability. We also expanded our upfitting
capabilities through the acquisition of Independent Truck Upfitters, further broadening our ability to deliver workready vehicle solutions.
With this foundation in place, we took the next step in our strategic evolution. In December, we announced our
merger with Aebi Schmidt to accelerate our strategy and establish Shyft as a global leader in specialty vehicles. We
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With a solid foundation, we will continue moving forward together driving innovation, operational excellence, and
lasting value.
Thank you for your trust, partnership, and support.
Warm regards,
John Dunn
President and CEO, The Shyft Group
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The Shyft Group | 2024 Annual Report
High-Performing Teams
Operational Excellence
Mission Zero Launch
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leaders to strengthen collaboration, align on strategy,
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year-over-year emissions reductions and results
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our commitment to sustainable operations.
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development and inclusivity.
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strengthening relationships with OEM partners and
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Strategic Investments
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pursued an expanded M&A strategy, reinforcing
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