What type of creature is represented by the griffin in the Scania emblem?

The griffin in the Scania emblem represents a mythical creature.

Scania’s emblem is based on the coat of arms of the Swedish province of Scania, or Skåne. That heraldic design features a crowned griffin’s head, linking the industrial company to the region where its history developed.

A griffin is a legendary creature traditionally combining the body of a lion with the head and wings of an eagle. In heraldry, it commonly symbolizes strength, courage, and vigilance. Scania’s badge uses the griffin’s head rather than depicting the entire creature.

The emblem is sometimes mistaken for a stylized eagle or lion because those animals supply the griffin’s visual features. Scania manufactures heavy commercial vehicles, buses, engines, and related transport products. Its corporate history includes the former Swedish truck manufacturer Scania-Vabis.