Verified Nov 2026
Metal Fabrication
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Zwevegem, Flanders
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Since 1880
Bekaert is a Belgian company headquartered in Zwevegem, Flanders, founded in 1880. It transforms and coats steel wire into products such as tire cords, welded mesh, and agricultural fencing, and serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, construction, renewable-energy, and industrial-equipment sectors. The company has an estimated 10,000 to 50,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $1 to 5 billion. Its ownership is not publicly listed. In 2026 it completed the acquisition of a tire cord business in China and Thailand from Bridgestone.
Bekaert at a glance
Revenue
$1-5B
Est. band
Employees
10,000-50,000
Founded
1880
Headquarters
Zwevegem, Flanders
Certifications
IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001 · ISO/TS 16949
Import activity
14016
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Construction
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
14016
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
China · South Korea · Belgium · Brazil
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Bekaert.
What this tells a buyer
Bekaert announced in November 2026 its agreement to acquire Dextra, a provider of sustainable construction reinforcement solutions.
The company holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, IATF 16949, and ISO/TS 16949 certifications.
Bekaert reported combined sales of €6.9 billion in 2022 and operates across four segments: Rubber Reinforcement, Steel Wire Solutions, Specialty Businesses, and Bridon-Bekaert Ropes Group.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
146 years in operation (founded 1880).
Holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, ISO 9001, ISO/TS 16949 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Bekaert is a Belgian company headquartered in Zwevegem, Flanders, founded in 1880. It transforms and coats steel wire into products such as tire cords, welded mesh, and agricultural fencing, and serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, construction, renewable-energy, and industrial-equipment sectors. The company has an estimated 10,000 to 50,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $1 to 5 billion. Its ownership is not publicly listed. In 2026 it completed the acquisition of a tire cord business in China and Thailand from Bridgestone.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1880 |
Headquarters | Zwevegem, Flanders |
Employees | 10,000-50,000 |
Revenue | $1-5B (estimated) |
Primary capability | Metal Fabrication |
Certifications | IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001 · ISO/TS 16949 |
What Bekaert makes
The company holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, IATF 16949, and ISO/TS 16949 certifications.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Steel, Rubber, Glass, Assembly, Coating (source: bekaert.com).
Certifications
Bekaert is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
IATF 16949 — bekaert.com
ISO 14001 — bekaert.com
ISO 45001 — bekaert.com
ISO 50001 — bekaert.com
ISO 9001 — bekaert.com
ISO/TS 16949 — bekaert.com
Trade and customs footprint
Bekaert announced in November 2026 its agreement to acquire Dextra, a provider of sustainable construction reinforcement solutions. US customs bill-of-lading records list 14016 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including China · South Korea · Belgium · Brazil.
Latest developments
2026-11-05 — Bekaert to acquire Dextra, a leading provider of sustainable construction reinforcement solutions - Bekaert.com (bekaert.com)
2026-09-07 — Bekaert, in partnership with Nuova Icom, is making a 40 million investment and creating 200 jobs - Il Sole 24 ORE (ilsole24ore.com)
2026-09-03 — Bekaert signs agreement enabling a new industrial future for its tire cord production site in Sardinia, Italy - Bekaert.com (bekaert.com)
2026-07-30 — Bekaert: 2026 Half Year Results - Bekaert.com (bekaert.com)
2026-05-01 — Bekaert completes acquisition of tire cord business from Bridgestone in China and Thailand - Bekaert.com (bekaert.com)
2026-01-28 — Bekaert acquires tire reinforcement business from Bridgestone in China and Thailand, further strengthening its leading market position - Bekaert.com (bekaert.com)
Facilities
Bekaert is headquartered in Zwevegem, Flanders. Public sources also reference these locations:
China — bekaert.com
Company details
Bekaert reported combined sales of €6.9 billion in 2022 and operates across four segments: Rubber Reinforcement, Steel Wire Solutions, Specialty Businesses, and Bridon-Bekaert Ropes Group. Bekaert was founded in 1880, has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, and is headquartered in Zwevegem, Flanders. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 146 years in operation (founded 1880). Holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, ISO 9001, ISO/TS 16949 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Bekaert make?
Bekaert is a Belgian company headquartered in Zwevegem, Flanders, founded in 1880. It transforms and coats steel wire into products such as tire cords, welded mesh, and agricultural fencing, and serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, construction, renewable-energy, and industrial-equipment sectors. The company has an estimated 10,000 to 50,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $1 to 5 billion. Its ownership is not publicly listed. In 2026 it completed the acquisition of a tire cord business in China and Thailand from Bridgestone.
Where is Bekaert headquartered?
Bekaert is headquartered in Zwevegem, Flanders.
When was Bekaert founded?
Bekaert was founded in 1880.
How big is Bekaert?
Bekaert has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, with revenue in the $1-5B range (estimated).
What certifications does Bekaert hold?
Bekaert lists IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001 · ISO/TS 16949 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Bekaert import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 14016 inbound shipments for Bekaert, with top origins including China · South Korea · Belgium · Brazil.
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Location & contact
Phone
'+32 56 76 61 00
Certification
IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001 · ISO/TS 16949
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