Verified Nov 2026
Batteries & E-Mobility
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Chiyoda City, Tokyo
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Since 1884
Furukawa Electric Group is a Japanese manufacturer headquartered in Chiyoda City, Tokyo, founded in 1884. It is publicly listed (ticker 5801) and employs between 50,000 and 100,000 people. The company serves the automotive, electric vehicle, electronics, appliance, construction, and plumbing hardware industries. Its products include battery packs and thermal management components. In June 2026, it announced a collaboration with Tokamak Energy on high-temperature superconducting tape capability for the UK market.
Furukawa Electric Group at a glance
Revenue
8.1B
Employees
50,000-100,000
Founded
1884
Headquarters
Chiyoda City, Tokyo
Ownership
Publicly traded (TYO: 5801)
Certifications
IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 · ISO/TS 16949
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Appliance
Construction
Plumbing & Hardware
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & strong
142 years in operation (founded 1884).
Publicly listed; no distress event on record.
Holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 9001, ISO/TS 16949 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Furukawa Electric Group is a Japanese manufacturer headquartered in Chiyoda City, Tokyo, founded in 1884. It is publicly listed (ticker 5801) and employs between 50,000 and 100,000 people. The company serves the automotive, electric vehicle, electronics, appliance, construction, and plumbing hardware industries. Its products include battery packs and thermal management components. In June 2026, it announced a collaboration with Tokamak Energy on high-temperature superconducting tape capability for the UK market.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1884 |
Headquarters | Chiyoda City, Tokyo |
Employees | 50,000-100,000 |
Revenue | 8.1B |
Ownership | Publicly traded (TYO: 5801) |
Primary capability | Batteries & E-Mobility |
Certifications | IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 · ISO/TS 16949 |
What Furukawa Electric Group makes
The company holds IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO/TS 16949 certifications and produces battery packs, thermal management systems, semiconductor packaging, and optical transmission components.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Emissions, Assembly, Semiconductor, Transmission, Electronics, Battery, Thermal Management, Plastic, Aluminum, Battery Pack (source: furukawaelectric.com).
Certifications
Furukawa Electric Group is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
IATF 16949 — furukawaelectric.com
ISO 14001 — furukawaelectric.com
ISO 9001 — furukawaelectric.com
ISO/TS 16949 — furukawaelectric.com
Latest developments
2026-08-04 — Furukawa Electric to spend $635m in Japan, US, Brazil, India amid AI boom - Nikkei Asia (nikkei.com)
2026-06-15 — Furukawa Electric and Tokamak Energy Advance Collaboration on UK HTS Tape Capability｜2026｜News Release｜Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. (furukawaelectric.com)
2026-06-08 — Cosmo Eco Power Signs Virtual PPA with Furukawa Electric for Enshu Wind Power Plant｜2026｜News Release｜Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. (furukawaelectric.com)
2026-06-05 — Furukawa Electric and Nokia Collaborate to Deliver AI-Driven Network Operations Solution｜2026｜News Release｜Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. (furukawaelectric.com)
2026-06-02 — Hakusan constructs a new plant toward mass production of TMT Ferrules for VSFF multi-fiber optical connectors ｜2026｜News Release｜Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. (furukawaelectric.com)
2025-12-17 — New manufacturing plant for high output DFB laser diode chips for signal light sources｜2025｜News Release｜Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. (furukawaelectric.com)
Company details
Furukawa Electric reports annual revenue of roughly 8.1 billion and operates in 18 countries, with a product mix spanning telecommunications, energy infrastructure, and automotive wiring. Furukawa Electric Group was founded in 1884, has an estimated 50,000-100,000 employees, and is headquartered in Chiyoda City, Tokyo. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & strong": 142 years in operation (founded 1884). Publicly listed; no distress event on record. Holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 9001, ISO/TS 16949 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Furukawa Electric Group make?
Furukawa Electric Group is a Japanese manufacturer headquartered in Chiyoda City, Tokyo, founded in 1884. It is publicly listed (ticker 5801) and employs between 50,000 and 100,000 people. The company serves the automotive, electric vehicle, electronics, appliance, construction, and plumbing hardware industries. Its products include battery packs and thermal management components. In June 2026, it announced a collaboration with Tokamak Energy on high-temperature superconducting tape capability for the UK market.
Where is Furukawa Electric Group headquartered?
Furukawa Electric Group is headquartered in Chiyoda City, Tokyo.
When was Furukawa Electric Group founded?
Furukawa Electric Group was founded in 1884.
How big is Furukawa Electric Group?
Furukawa Electric Group has an estimated 50,000-100,000 employees, with revenue in the 8.1B range.
Is Furukawa Electric Group publicly traded?
Publicly traded (TYO: 5801). Public financial figures are drawn from its filings.
What certifications does Furukawa Electric Group hold?
Furukawa Electric Group lists IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 · ISO/TS 16949 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
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Location & contact
Phone
+81 3328-6-3001
Certification
IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 · ISO/TS 16949
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