Verified Nov 2026
Thermal & Fluid Systems
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Akron, Ohio
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Since 1867
Babcock & Wilcox is a publicly traded energy technology company (ticker BW) headquartered in Akron, Ohio, with roots dating to 1867. It employs between 1,000 and 5,000 people and reported revenue of about $587.7 million. The company designs thermal, renewable, and environmental systems, including emissions control and steam generation equipment, for power generation and industrial customers. In August 2026 it signed an agreement with Siemens Energy to begin work on 20 steam turbines for data center power generation.
Babcock & Wilcox at a glance
Revenue
587.7M
Employees
1,000-5,000
Founded
1867
Headquarters
Akron, Ohio
Ownership
Publicly traded (NASDAQ: BW)
Certifications
ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
1639
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Construction
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
1639
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
South Korea · Sri Lanka · China · India
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Babcock & Wilcox.
What this tells a buyer
The company received an award in September 2026 to begin work on an air quality control project valued at approximately $130 million, according to its own announcement.
Babcock & Wilcox holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications and lists emissions, forging, casting, steel, and composite among its product areas.
The company is listed on a public exchange under the ticker BW and serves automotive, construction, renewable energy, and industrial equipment markets.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & strong
159 years in operation (founded 1867).
Publicly listed; no distress event on record.
Holds ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Babcock & Wilcox is a publicly traded energy technology company (ticker BW) headquartered in Akron, Ohio, with roots dating to 1867. It employs between 1,000 and 5,000 people and reported revenue of about $587.7 million. The company designs thermal, renewable, and environmental systems, including emissions control and steam generation equipment, for power generation and industrial customers. In August 2026 it signed an agreement with Siemens Energy to begin work on 20 steam turbines for data center power generation.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1867 |
Headquarters | Akron, Ohio |
Employees | 1,000-5,000 |
Revenue | 587.7M |
Ownership | Publicly traded (NASDAQ: BW) |
Primary capability | Thermal & Fluid Systems |
Certifications | ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 |
What Babcock & Wilcox makes
Babcock & Wilcox holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications and lists emissions, forging, casting, steel, and composite among its product areas.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Emissions, Assembly, Bearing, Forging, Steel, Casting, Composite (source: babcock.com).
Certifications
Babcock & Wilcox is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 14001 — babcock.com
ISO 45001 — babcock.com
ISO 9001 — babcock.com
Trade and customs footprint
The company received an award in September 2026 to begin work on an air quality control project valued at approximately $130 million, according to its own announcement. US customs bill-of-lading records list 1639 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including South Korea · Sri Lanka · China · India.
Latest developments
2026-09-10 — Babcock & Wilcox Receives Award to Begin Work on Approximately $130 Million Air Quality Control Project » Babcock & Wilcox (babcock.com)
2026-08-11 — Babcock & Wilcox Signs Agreement with Siemens Energy to Commence Work on 20 Steam Turbines for Data Center Power Generation » Babcock & Wilcox (babcock.com)
2026-08-10 — Babcock & Wilcox Enterprises Reports Second Quarter 2026 Results » Babcock & Wilcox (babcock.com)
2026-06-08 — Babcock & Wilcox to Support TerraSpark’s Development Efforts for 1.6 GW Coal-fired Power Plant Project in West Virginia » Babcock & Wilcox (babcock.com)
2026-03-31 — Massillon council to mull tax credit for new Babcock & Wilcox plant (indeonline.com)
2026-03-04 — Babcock & Wilcox Receives Full Notice to Proceed on $2.4 Billion Power Generation Project for Base Electron to Supply Power to Applied Digital AI Factory Campuses » Babcock & Wilcox (babcock.com)
Facilities
Babcock & Wilcox is headquartered in Akron, Ohio. Public sources also reference these locations:
Kansas — babcock.com
Company details
The company is listed on a public exchange under the ticker BW and serves automotive, construction, renewable energy, and industrial equipment markets. Babcock & Wilcox was founded in 1867, has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, and is headquartered in Akron, Ohio. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & strong": 159 years in operation (founded 1867). Publicly listed; no distress event on record. Holds ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Babcock & Wilcox make?
Babcock & Wilcox is a publicly traded energy technology company (ticker BW) headquartered in Akron, Ohio, with roots dating to 1867. It employs between 1,000 and 5,000 people and reported revenue of about $587.7 million. The company designs thermal, renewable, and environmental systems, including emissions control and steam generation equipment, for power generation and industrial customers. In August 2026 it signed an agreement with Siemens Energy to begin work on 20 steam turbines for data center power generation.
Where is Babcock & Wilcox headquartered?
Babcock & Wilcox is headquartered in Akron, Ohio (1200 E Market St, Akron, Ohio, 44305).
When was Babcock & Wilcox founded?
Babcock & Wilcox was founded in 1867.
How big is Babcock & Wilcox?
Babcock & Wilcox has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, with revenue in the 587.7M range.
Is Babcock & Wilcox publicly traded?
Publicly traded (NASDAQ: BW). Public financial figures are drawn from its filings.
What certifications does Babcock & Wilcox hold?
Babcock & Wilcox lists ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
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Location & contact
Phone
+1 330-753-4511
Certification
ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001
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