Verified Nov 2026
Batteries & E-Mobility
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Since 1961
IMA Automation designs and builds automated assembly systems and turnkey production lines for high-tech industries. The company is based in Italy and was founded in 1961. It has an estimated 200-500 employees and an estimated revenue band of $250-500 million. It is privately held and serves the automotive, electric vehicle, electronics, appliance, medical, and plumbing hardware sectors. Its product range includes assembly, transmission, electronics, and plastic-related automation, and in 2026 it introduced ASSEMBLA, a modular engineer-to-order platform for manufacturers moving from early-stage production to industrial output.
IMA Automation at a glance
Revenue
$250-500M
Est. band
Employees
200-500
Founded
1961
Certifications
ISO 9001
Import activity
21
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Appliance
Medical
Plumbing & Hardware
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
21
Named foreign suppliers
6
Top origins
Italy · Costa Rica
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from IMA Automation.
What this tells a buyer
IMA Automation's trade footprint is not documented in the available record, but in July 2026 its parent, IMA, sold a majority stake in ATOP S.p.A. to Lichtenberg Capital.
The company holds ISO 9001 certification and offers automated assembly, transmission, electronics, and plastic-related systems.
The company is privately held, with an estimated 200-500 employees and an estimated revenue band of $250-500 million.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
65 years in operation (founded 1961).
Holds ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
IMA Automation designs and builds automated assembly systems and turnkey production lines for high-tech industries. The company is based in Italy and was founded in 1961. It has an estimated 200-500 employees and an estimated revenue band of $250-500 million. It is privately held and serves the automotive, electric vehicle, electronics, appliance, medical, and plumbing hardware sectors. Its product range includes assembly, transmission, electronics, and plastic-related automation, and in 2026 it introduced ASSEMBLA, a modular engineer-to-order platform for manufacturers moving from early-stage production to industrial output.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1961 |
Employees | 200-500 |
Revenue | $250-500M (estimated) |
Primary capability | Batteries & E-Mobility |
Certifications | ISO 9001 |
What IMA Automation makes
The company holds ISO 9001 certification and offers automated assembly, transmission, electronics, and plastic-related systems.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Assembly, Transmission, Electronics, Plastic (source: imautomation.com).
Certifications
IMA Automation is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 9001 — imagroup.com
Trade and customs footprint
IMA Automation's trade footprint is not documented in the available record, but in July 2026 its parent, IMA, sold a majority stake in ATOP S.p.A. to Lichtenberg Capital. US customs bill-of-lading records list 21 inbound shipments across 6 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Italy · Costa Rica.
Latest developments
2026-10-14 — IMA AUTOMATION (imautomation.com)
2026-09-16 — With ASSEMBLA, IMA MED-TECH introduces a modular Engineer-to-Order platform that supports manufacturers from early-stage production to industrial-scale output, without compromising flexibility. | IMA AUTOMATION (linkedin.com)
2026-07-22 — IMA enters into a partnership with Lichtenberg Capital and sells a majority stake in ATOP S.p.A. (imautomation.com)
2025-07-29 — #imautomation #imaautomation #imagroup | IMA AUTOMATION (linkedin.com)
2025-06-17 — IMA AI LAB: the Group accelerates on Artificial Intelligence (imautomation.com)
2025-04-30 — IMA Automation Creates Medical Technology Division | ASSEMBLY (assemblymag.com)
Company details
The company is privately held, with an estimated 200-500 employees and an estimated revenue band of $250-500 million. IMA Automation was founded in 1961, and has an estimated 200-500 employees. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 65 years in operation (founded 1961). Holds ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does IMA Automation make?
IMA Automation designs and builds automated assembly systems and turnkey production lines for high-tech industries. The company is based in Italy and was founded in 1961. It has an estimated 200-500 employees and an estimated revenue band of $250-500 million. It is privately held and serves the automotive, electric vehicle, electronics, appliance, medical, and plumbing hardware sectors. Its product range includes assembly, transmission, electronics, and plastic-related automation, and in 2026 it introduced ASSEMBLA, a modular engineer-to-order platform for manufacturers moving from early-stage production to industrial output.
When was IMA Automation founded?
IMA Automation was founded in 1961.
How big is IMA Automation?
IMA Automation has an estimated 200-500 employees, with revenue in the $250-500M range (estimated).
What certifications does IMA Automation hold?
IMA Automation lists ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does IMA Automation import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 21 inbound shipments for IMA Automation, with top origins including Italy · Costa Rica.
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