On Mar. 17, 2020, Getinge has since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic seen an increased global demand for ventilators, extra corporeal life support (ECLS) equipment and advanced monitoring for Intensive Care Units. To meet the global demand Getinge will temporary increase its production of ventilators by 60% in 2020 compared to 2019 at its production facility in Solna, Sweden.

In 2019, Getinge produced more than 10,000 ventilators which translates into around 3 BSEK of its net sales (including service and spareparts). The production in 2020 has been up and running without interference, and Getinge will ramp up the production further, pending availability of supply parts from its sub-contractors.

The ramp up will start immediately and be balanced in close collaboration with Getinge’s suppliers.