Verified Nov 2026
Batteries & E-Mobility
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Zola Predosa, Emilia-Romagna
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Since 1979
GVS Filter Technology is an Italian manufacturer of filtration products, headquartered in Zola Predosa, Emilia-Romagna, and founded in 1979. The company employs between 1,000 and 5,000 people and is publicly listed under the ticker GVS. It serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, medical, renewable-energy, industrial-equipment, and aerospace industries. In January 2026, GVS opened a new facility in Lancaster, UK, expanding its manufacturing footprint.
GVS Filter Technology at a glance
Revenue
468.4M
Employees
1,000-5,000
Founded
1979
Headquarters
Zola Predosa, Emilia-Romagna
Ownership
Publicly traded (BIT: GVS)
Certifications
IATF 16949 · ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
99
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Medical
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
Aerospace
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
99
Named foreign suppliers
8
Top origins
Italy · United Kingdom · Germany · Portugal
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from GVS Filter Technology.
What this tells a buyer
GVS reported a revenue band of 468.4 million, and its most recent recorded development is the opening of a new Lancaster, UK facility, announced in January 2026.
The company holds IATF 16949, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 9001 certifications, and its primary capability is listed as batteries and e-mobility.
GVS is publicly traded, and in September 2025 it announced a new plant in China, adding to its manufacturing presence in Suzhou.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & strong
47 years in operation (founded 1979).
Publicly listed; no distress event on record.
Holds IATF 16949, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
GVS Filter Technology is an Italian manufacturer of filtration products, headquartered in Zola Predosa, Emilia-Romagna, and founded in 1979. The company employs between 1,000 and 5,000 people and is publicly listed under the ticker GVS. It serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, medical, renewable-energy, industrial-equipment, and aerospace industries. In January 2026, GVS opened a new facility in Lancaster, UK, expanding its manufacturing footprint.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1979 |
Headquarters | Zola Predosa, Emilia-Romagna |
Employees | 1,000-5,000 |
Revenue | 468.4M |
Ownership | Publicly traded (BIT: GVS) |
Primary capability | Batteries & E-Mobility |
Certifications | IATF 16949 · ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 |
What GVS Filter Technology makes
The company holds IATF 16949, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 9001 certifications, and its primary capability is listed as batteries and e-mobility.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Steel, Interior (source: gvs.com).
Certifications
GVS Filter Technology is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
IATF 16949 — gvs.com.br
ISO 13485 — gvs.com
ISO 14001 — gvs.com.br
ISO 45001 — gvs.com.br
ISO 9001 — gvs.com.br
Trade and customs footprint
GVS reported a revenue band of 468.4 million, and its most recent recorded development is the opening of a new Lancaster, UK facility, announced in January 2026. US customs bill-of-lading records list 99 inbound shipments across 8 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Italy · United Kingdom · Germany · Portugal.
Latest developments
2026-06-11 — GREENFLOW: GVS advances sustainable innovation in intravenous filtration | GVS (gvs.com)
2026-05-08 — Global filtration specialist opens £14m Lancs factory - Place North West (placenorthwest.co.uk)
2026-01-16 — GVS has officially opened its new state‑of‑the‑art facility in Lancaster, UK! | GVS Filter Technology (linkedin.com)
2025-11-12 — GVS S.p.A. (BIT:GVS) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript & Audio (stockanalysis.com)
2025-09-18 — GVS Expands Its Footprint in China with a New Plant. | GVS Filter Technology (linkedin.com)
2025-09-09 — GVS New Factory Opening Ceremony in SuZhou, Sep 9, 2025 (gvs-lifesciences.cn)
Facilities
GVS Filter Technology is headquartered in Zola Predosa, Emilia-Romagna. Public sources also reference these locations:
China — linkedin.com
Lancaster, UK — linkedin.com
Suzhou, China — gvs.com
Company details
GVS is publicly traded, and in September 2025 it announced a new plant in China, adding to its manufacturing presence in Suzhou. GVS Filter Technology was founded in 1979, has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, and is headquartered in Zola Predosa, Emilia-Romagna. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & strong": 47 years in operation (founded 1979). Publicly listed; no distress event on record. Holds IATF 16949, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does GVS Filter Technology make?
GVS Filter Technology is an Italian manufacturer of filtration products, headquartered in Zola Predosa, Emilia-Romagna, and founded in 1979. The company employs between 1,000 and 5,000 people and is publicly listed under the ticker GVS. It serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, medical, renewable-energy, industrial-equipment, and aerospace industries. In January 2026, GVS opened a new facility in Lancaster, UK, expanding its manufacturing footprint.
Where is GVS Filter Technology headquartered?
GVS Filter Technology is headquartered in Zola Predosa, Emilia-Romagna (50 Via Roma, Zola Predosa, Emilia-Romagna, 40069).
When was GVS Filter Technology founded?
GVS Filter Technology was founded in 1979.
How big is GVS Filter Technology?
GVS Filter Technology has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, with revenue in the 468.4M range.
Is GVS Filter Technology publicly traded?
Publicly traded (BIT: GVS). Public financial figures are drawn from its filings.
What certifications does GVS Filter Technology hold?
GVS Filter Technology lists IATF 16949 · ISO 13485 · 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
+39 051 617 6311
Certification
IATF 16949 · ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001
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