Verified Nov 2026
Batteries & E-Mobility
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Since 1959
Ford Otosan is a Turkish automotive manufacturer headquartered in Istanbul, founded in 1959 and operating as a joint venture between Ford Motor Company and Koç Holding. It has an estimated workforce of 10,000 to 50,000 people and serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, renewable-energy, and industrial-equipment sectors. Its products include machining, assembly, powertrain, transmission, sheet metal, and aluminum components. The company reports Ford as a customer and holds certifications including IATF 16949 and ISO 9001.
Ford Otosan at a glance
Revenue
$10B+
Est. band
Employees
10,000-50,000
Founded
1959
Certifications
IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
36
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
36
Named foreign suppliers
3
Top origins
Mexico
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Ford Otosan.
What this tells a buyer
Customs records in the available data show 36 shipments, with Mexico as the listed origin country.
The company holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, and ISO 9001 certifications and lists powertrain, transmission, and machining among its products.
Ford Otosan is listed on Borsa Istanbul and reports Ford as a named customer, with an estimated annual revenue band of $10 billion or more.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
67 years in operation (founded 1959).
36 US import shipments on record.
Holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Ford Otosan is a Turkish automotive manufacturer headquartered in Istanbul, founded in 1959 and operating as a joint venture between Ford Motor Company and Koç Holding. It has an estimated workforce of 10,000 to 50,000 people and serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, renewable-energy, and industrial-equipment sectors. Its products include machining, assembly, powertrain, transmission, sheet metal, and aluminum components. The company reports Ford as a customer and holds certifications including IATF 16949 and ISO 9001.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1959 |
Employees | 10,000-50,000 |
Revenue | $10B+ (estimated) |
Primary capability | Batteries & E-Mobility |
Certifications | IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001 |
What Ford Otosan makes
The company holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, and ISO 9001 certifications and lists powertrain, transmission, and machining among its products.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Machining, Assembly, Powertrain, Transmission, Sheet Metal, Aluminum (source: fordotosan.com.tr).
Certifications
Ford Otosan is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
IATF 16949 — fordotosan.com.tr
ISO 14001 — fordotosan.com.tr
ISO 45001 — fordotosan.com.tr
ISO 50001 — fordotosan.com.tr
ISO 9001 — fordotosan.com.tr
Trade and customs footprint
Customs records in the available data show 36 shipments, with Mexico as the listed origin country. US customs bill-of-lading records list 36 inbound shipments across 3 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Mexico.
Known customers
The counterparties below come from public sources that state the relationship directly. A shared counterparty does not by itself establish a current buying relationship unless the source says so:
Ford — reported by fordotosan.com.tr
Latest developments
2026-11-04 — Ford Otosan Genel Müdürü Özyurt: “Kocaeli Bizim Evimiz Oldu” - Kocaeli Haber, Kocaelispor | Kocaeli TV (kocaelitv.com.tr)
2026-09-14 — Press Kits | Ford Otosan (fordotosan.com.tr)
2026-08-08 — Ford Otosan'dan 364 milyon euroluk yatırım | Son dakika ekonomi haberleri (bloomberght.com)
2026-08-07 — KCHOL Ford Otosan paylarını 1,85 milyar TL'ye aldı (borsatek.com)
2026-08-05 — Ford Otosan rolls out €460M investment program to drive European growth - Türkiye Today (turkiyetoday.com)
2026-04-14 — Turcia, un nou magnet pentru investiţii în regiune: Ford Otosan investeşte 2... (zf.ro)
Company details
Ford Otosan is listed on Borsa Istanbul and reports Ford as a named customer, with an estimated annual revenue band of $10 billion or more. Ford Otosan was founded in 1959, and has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 67 years in operation (founded 1959). 36 US import shipments on record. Holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Ford Otosan make?
Ford Otosan is a Turkish automotive manufacturer headquartered in Istanbul, founded in 1959 and operating as a joint venture between Ford Motor Company and Koç Holding. It has an estimated workforce of 10,000 to 50,000 people and serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, renewable-energy, and industrial-equipment sectors. Its products include machining, assembly, powertrain, transmission, sheet metal, and aluminum components. The company reports Ford as a customer and holds certifications including IATF 16949 and ISO 9001.
When was Ford Otosan founded?
Ford Otosan was founded in 1959.
How big is Ford Otosan?
Ford Otosan has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, with revenue in the $10B+ range (estimated).
What certifications does Ford Otosan hold?
Ford Otosan lists IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Ford Otosan import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 36 inbound shipments for Ford Otosan, with top origins including Mexico.
Who are Ford Otosan's customers?
Public sources directly reference Ford as a counterparty of Ford Otosan. Confirm current programs with the company, as reported relationships may change.
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Location & contact
Phone
'+90 216 564 7100
Certification
IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001
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