Verified Nov 2026
Batteries & E-Mobility
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Since 1952
Hanwha Group is a South Korean conglomerate founded in 1952 as Korea Explosives Co. and renamed Hanwha in 1992. It is publicly listed (ticker 000880), has an employee band of 10,000 to 50,000, and is headquartered in Seoul. Its industries include automotive, electric vehicles, electronics, construction, military-defense, and renewable energy. In a recent development, Hanwha Aerospace secured a Chunmoo multiple rocket launch system contract with Norway in February 2026.
Hanwha Group at a glance
Revenue
34.9B
Employees
10,000-50,000
Founded
1952
Ownership
Publicly traded (KRX: 000880)
Certifications
AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 9001 · ISO/TS 16949 · ITAR registered
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Construction
Military & Defense
Renewable Energy
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & strong
74 years in operation (founded 1952).
Publicly listed; no distress event on record.
Holds AS9100, IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO/TS 16949, ITAR registered certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Hanwha Group is a South Korean conglomerate founded in 1952 as Korea Explosives Co. and renamed Hanwha in 1992. It is publicly listed (ticker 000880), has an employee band of 10,000 to 50,000, and is headquartered in Seoul. Its industries include automotive, electric vehicles, electronics, construction, military-defense, and renewable energy. In a recent development, Hanwha Aerospace secured a Chunmoo multiple rocket launch system contract with Norway in February 2026.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1952 |
Employees | 10,000-50,000 |
Revenue | 34.9B |
Ownership | Publicly traded (KRX: 000880) |
Primary capability | Batteries & E-Mobility |
Certifications | AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 9001 · ISO/TS 16949 · ITAR registered |
What Hanwha Group makes
The company holds AS9100, IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO/TS 16949, and ITAR registration, and its web-listed products include steel, batteries, composites, and glass.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Steel, Battery, Composite, Glass (source: hanwha.com).
Certifications
Hanwha Group is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
AS9100 — psm.com
IATF 16949 — hanwhaus.com
ISO 9001 — psm.com
ISO/TS 16949 — hanwhaus.com
ITAR registered — psm.com
Latest developments
2026-11-02 — Hanwha Defense USA selected for LSM contract (hanwha.com)
2026-11-02 — Global Newsroom | Hanwha (hanwha.com)
2026-09-14 — Hanwha Aerospace to supply Chunmoo MRLS to Croatia (hanwha.com)
2026-02-02 — Hanwha Aerospace secures Chunmoo MRLS contract with Norway (hanwha.com)
2026-01-27 — Hanwha expands industrial alliance in Canada for CPSP (hanwha.com)
2026-01-27 — Hanwha and Algoma Steel sign MOU to support Canadian steel (hanwha.com)
Facilities
Public sources reference the following locations:
China — hanwha.com
Company details
Hanwha is publicly listed with a reported revenue band of 34.9B and operates more than 70 domestic affiliates and over 710 international networks, according to its profile. Hanwha Group was founded in 1952, and has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & strong": 74 years in operation (founded 1952). Publicly listed; no distress event on record. Holds AS9100, IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO/TS 16949, ITAR registered certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Hanwha Group make?
Hanwha Group is a South Korean conglomerate founded in 1952 as Korea Explosives Co. and renamed Hanwha in 1992. It is publicly listed (ticker 000880), has an employee band of 10,000 to 50,000, and is headquartered in Seoul. Its industries include automotive, electric vehicles, electronics, construction, military-defense, and renewable energy. In a recent development, Hanwha Aerospace secured a Chunmoo multiple rocket launch system contract with Norway in February 2026.
When was Hanwha Group founded?
Hanwha Group was founded in 1952.
How big is Hanwha Group?
Hanwha Group has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, with revenue in the 34.9B range.
Is Hanwha Group publicly traded?
Publicly traded (KRX: 000880). Public financial figures are drawn from its filings.
What certifications does Hanwha Group hold?
Hanwha Group lists AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 9001 · ISO/TS 16949 · ITAR registered on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
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Location & contact
Phone
+82 2-729-1804
Certification
AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 9001 · ISO/TS 16949 · ITAR registered
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