Verified Nov 2026
Chassis & Safety Systems
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Schwanau, Baden-Wuerttemberg
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Since 1977
Herrenknecht AG is a German manufacturer of mechanized tunnelling systems, headquartered in Schwanau, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. Founded in 1977, it employs roughly 5,000 to 10,000 people and has an estimated revenue band of $1-5 billion. It is privately held and serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, construction, and industrial-equipment sectors. Among recent work, the company reported completing the first mechanized tunnelling under the Panama Canal.
Herrenknecht AG at a glance
Revenue
$1-5B
Est. band
Employees
5,000-10,000
Founded
1977
Headquarters
Schwanau, Baden-Wuerttemberg
Certifications
ISO 45001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
60
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Construction
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
60
Named foreign suppliers
17
Top origins
Portugal · Canada · Belgium · Germany
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Herrenknecht AG.
What this tells a buyer
Herrenknecht reported completing the first mechanized tunnelling under the Panama Canal on 4 November 2026, and completed a Thames tunnel boring project ahead of schedule on 8 October 2026.
The company holds ISO 9001 and ISO 45001 certifications and lists assembly among its offerings.
Herrenknecht is a privately held company whose revenue band is an estimate rather than a reported figure.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
49 years in operation (founded 1977).
Holds ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Herrenknecht AG is a German manufacturer of mechanized tunnelling systems, headquartered in Schwanau, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. Founded in 1977, it employs roughly 5,000 to 10,000 people and has an estimated revenue band of $1-5 billion. It is privately held and serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, construction, and industrial-equipment sectors. Among recent work, the company reported completing the first mechanized tunnelling under the Panama Canal.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1977 |
Headquarters | Schwanau, Baden-Wuerttemberg |
Employees | 5,000-10,000 |
Revenue | $1-5B (estimated) |
Primary capability | Chassis & Safety Systems |
Certifications | ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 |
What Herrenknecht AG makes
The company holds ISO 9001 and ISO 45001 certifications and lists assembly among its offerings.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Assembly (source: herrenknecht.com).
Certifications
Herrenknecht AG is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 45001 — herrenknecht.com
ISO 9001 — herrenknecht.com
Trade and customs footprint
Herrenknecht reported completing the first mechanized tunnelling under the Panama Canal on 4 November 2026, and completed a Thames tunnel boring project ahead of schedule on 8 October 2026. US customs bill-of-lading records list 60 inbound shipments across 17 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Portugal · Canada · Belgium · Germany.
Latest developments
2026-11-04 — Milestone: First mechanized tunnelling under the Panama Canal successfully completed (herrenknecht.com)
2026-10-08 — Tunnel boring under the Thames completed well ahead of schedule (herrenknecht.com)
2026-07-27 — Badenova und Herrenknecht bündeln ihre Kräfte für regionale Erdwärme (herrenknecht.com)
2026-07-16 — Herrenknecht to build Europe’s largest TBM for Lower Thames Crossing | Ground Engineering (geplus.co.uk)
2026-01-09 — Herrenknecht investiert in Zukunft: Neues Gebäude für Forschung und Entwicklung (herrenknecht.com)
2025-10-05 — Tunnel Boring Machine maker Herrenknecht to expand Chennai operations with new plant - The HinduBusinessLine (thehindubusinessline.com)
Company details
Herrenknecht is a privately held company whose revenue band is an estimate rather than a reported figure. Herrenknecht AG was founded in 1977, has an estimated 5,000-10,000 employees, and is headquartered in Schwanau, Baden-Wuerttemberg. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 49 years in operation (founded 1977). Holds ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Herrenknecht AG make?
Herrenknecht AG is a German manufacturer of mechanized tunnelling systems, headquartered in Schwanau, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. Founded in 1977, it employs roughly 5,000 to 10,000 people and has an estimated revenue band of $1-5 billion. It is privately held and serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, construction, and industrial-equipment sectors. Among recent work, the company reported completing the first mechanized tunnelling under the Panama Canal.
Where is Herrenknecht AG headquartered?
Herrenknecht AG is headquartered in Schwanau, Baden-Wuerttemberg (2 Schlehenweg, Schwanau, Baden-Wuerttemberg, 77963).
When was Herrenknecht AG founded?
Herrenknecht AG was founded in 1977.
How big is Herrenknecht AG?
Herrenknecht AG has an estimated 5,000-10,000 employees, with revenue in the $1-5B range (estimated).
What certifications does Herrenknecht AG hold?
Herrenknecht AG lists ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Herrenknecht AG import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 60 inbound shipments for Herrenknecht AG, with top origins including Portugal · Canada · Belgium · Germany.
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