Verified Nov 2026
Lighting
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Cenate Sotto, Lombardia
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Since 1970
Gewiss is an Italian electro-technical manufacturer headquartered in Cenate Sotto, Lombardy, founded in 1970. It employs an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 people and operates in more than 100 countries. The company makes electrical protection and distribution equipment, building automation, intelligent lighting, and electric vehicle charging infrastructure for residential, industrial, and commercial customers. In 2026 it reported turnover above 820 million euros and acquired the start-up Reair, which joined the group as part of its move from smart buildings to healthy buildings. Its industries include automotive, construction, electronics, and renewable energy.
Gewiss at a glance
Revenue
$500M-1B
Est. band
Employees
1,000-5,000
Founded
1970
Headquarters
Cenate Sotto, Lombardia
Certifications
ISO 45001 · ISO 9001
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Appliance
Construction
Renewable Energy
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
56 years in operation (founded 1970).
Holds ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Gewiss is an Italian electro-technical manufacturer headquartered in Cenate Sotto, Lombardy, founded in 1970. It employs an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 people and operates in more than 100 countries. The company makes electrical protection and distribution equipment, building automation, intelligent lighting, and electric vehicle charging infrastructure for residential, industrial, and commercial customers. In 2026 it reported turnover above 820 million euros and acquired the start-up Reair, which joined the group as part of its move from smart buildings to healthy buildings. Its industries include automotive, construction, electronics, and renewable energy.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1970 |
Headquarters | Cenate Sotto, Lombardia |
Employees | 1,000-5,000 |
Revenue | $500M-1B (estimated) |
Primary capability | Lighting |
Certifications | ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 |
What Gewiss makes
The company holds ISO 9001 and ISO 45001 certifications and lists lighting, assembly, and extrusion among its products.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Lighting, Assembly, Extrusion (source: gewiss.com).
Certifications
Gewiss is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 45001 — gewiss.com
ISO 9001 — gewiss.com
Latest developments
2026-09-09 — GEWISS erweitert JOINON DC-Portfolio, GEWISS DEUTSCHLAND GmbH, Story - PresseBox (pressebox.de)
2026-07-26 — From Smart Buildings to Healthy Buildings: REair joins the GEWISS Group | Gewiss (gewiss.com)
2026-07-23 — Record growth for Gewiss, with turnover exceeding 820 million. Start-up Reair acquired - Il Sole 24 ORE (ilsole24ore.com)
2026-06-29 — GEWISS Expands Its Building Automation Offering with an Extended KNX Range | Gewiss (gewiss.com)
2026-03-09 — Gewiss LightZone, a new lighting ecosystem for integrated, project driven solutions | Gewiss (gewiss.com)
2026-03-04 — VDA Telkonet Solutions Strengthen GEWISS Group’s Offering | Gewiss (gewiss.com)
Company details
Gewiss is privately held, with an estimated annual revenue band of $500 million to $1 billion. Gewiss was founded in 1970, has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, and is headquartered in Cenate Sotto, Lombardia. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 56 years in operation (founded 1970). Holds ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Gewiss make?
Gewiss is an Italian electro-technical manufacturer headquartered in Cenate Sotto, Lombardy, founded in 1970. It employs an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 people and operates in more than 100 countries. The company makes electrical protection and distribution equipment, building automation, intelligent lighting, and electric vehicle charging infrastructure for residential, industrial, and commercial customers. In 2026 it reported turnover above 820 million euros and acquired the start-up Reair, which joined the group as part of its move from smart buildings to healthy buildings. Its industries include automotive, construction, electronics, and renewable energy.
Where is Gewiss headquartered?
Gewiss is headquartered in Cenate Sotto, Lombardia (1 Via Antonio Locatelli, Cenate Sotto, Lombardia, 24069).
When was Gewiss founded?
Gewiss was founded in 1970.
How big is Gewiss?
Gewiss has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, with revenue in the $500M-1B range (estimated).
What certifications does Gewiss hold?
Gewiss lists ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
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