Verified Nov 2026
Metal Fabrication
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Bad Oldesloe, Schleswig-Holstein
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Since 1948
Hako GmbH manufactures professional cleaning machines, municipal vehicles and waterjet technology. The company was founded in 1948 and is headquartered in Bad Oldesloe, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany. It is privately held and employs between 1,000 and 5,000 people, with estimated revenue of $500 million to $1 billion. Its products serve the automotive, electric-vehicle, construction and industrial equipment sectors. In 2026, the company expanded its Franconia branch in Schwabach, reported by LOGISTRA.
Hako at a glance
Revenue
$500M-1B
Est. band
Employees
1,000-5,000
Founded
1948
Headquarters
Bad Oldesloe, Schleswig-Holstein
Certifications
ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
6
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Construction
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
6
Named foreign suppliers
1
Top origins
Canada
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Hako.
What this tells a buyer
No customs data is available for Hako, so the most recent reported development is its expansion of the Franconia branch in Schwabach, reported by LOGISTRA on 13 August 2026.
Hako holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certifications and produces sweepers, scrubber-driers and Multicar multifunctional carriers.
Hako is privately held, operates production facilities in Germany and Poland, and distributes its products through sales and service partners in more than 60 countries.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
78 years in operation (founded 1948).
Holds ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Hako GmbH manufactures professional cleaning machines, municipal vehicles and waterjet technology. The company was founded in 1948 and is headquartered in Bad Oldesloe, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany. It is privately held and employs between 1,000 and 5,000 people, with estimated revenue of $500 million to $1 billion. Its products serve the automotive, electric-vehicle, construction and industrial equipment sectors. In 2026, the company expanded its Franconia branch in Schwabach, reported by LOGISTRA.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1948 |
Headquarters | Bad Oldesloe, Schleswig-Holstein |
Employees | 1,000-5,000 |
Revenue | $500M-1B (estimated) |
Primary capability | Metal Fabrication |
Certifications | ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 |
What Hako makes
Hako holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certifications and produces sweepers, scrubber-driers and Multicar multifunctional carriers.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Steering (source: hako.com).
Certifications
Hako is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
Trade and customs footprint
No customs data is available for Hako, so the most recent reported development is its expansion of the Franconia branch in Schwabach, reported by LOGISTRA on 13 August 2026. US customs bill-of-lading records list 6 inbound shipments across 1 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Canada.
Latest developments
2026-10-29 — Hako GmbH, Newsroom: Storys - PresseBox (pressebox.de)
2026-08-13 — Hako expands its Franconia branch in Schwabach - New openings,Investments,Cleaning technology and machines | News | LOGISTRA - Fachmagazin für Nutzfahrzeug-Fuhrpark und Lagerlogistik (Intralogistik, Flurförderzeuge, Lagertechnik, Lkw) (logistra.de)
2026-06-09 — Working with soluCLEAN: How shared values has resulted in a strong partnership for Hako | Hako Machines Limited (hako.co.uk)
2026-02-02 — Nytt kontor i Halmstad - Hako (hako.se)
2025-11-24 — Hako tar kontroll över hela leveranskedjan: ”Naturligt steg” (cleannet.se)
2025-09-26 — Hako zieht positive Bilanz der CMS 2025 (firmenpresse.de)
Facilities
Hako is headquartered in Bad Oldesloe, Schleswig-Holstein. Public sources also reference these locations:
Germany, Poland — hako.com
Company details
Hako is privately held, operates production facilities in Germany and Poland, and distributes its products through sales and service partners in more than 60 countries. Hako was founded in 1948, has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, and is headquartered in Bad Oldesloe, Schleswig-Holstein. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 78 years in operation (founded 1948). Holds ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Hako make?
Hako GmbH manufactures professional cleaning machines, municipal vehicles and waterjet technology. The company was founded in 1948 and is headquartered in Bad Oldesloe, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany. It is privately held and employs between 1,000 and 5,000 people, with estimated revenue of $500 million to $1 billion. Its products serve the automotive, electric-vehicle, construction and industrial equipment sectors. In 2026, the company expanded its Franconia branch in Schwabach, reported by LOGISTRA.
Where is Hako headquartered?
Hako is headquartered in Bad Oldesloe, Schleswig-Holstein (209 Hamburger Strasse, Bad Oldesloe, Schleswig-Holstein, 23843).
When was Hako founded?
Hako was founded in 1948.
How big is Hako?
Hako has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, with revenue in the $500M-1B range (estimated).
What certifications does Hako hold?
Hako lists ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Hako import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 6 inbound shipments for Hako, with top origins including Canada.
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