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Ozzano dell'Emilia, Emilia-Romagna
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Since 1961
IMA Group, officially I.M.A. Industria Macchine Automatiche S.p.A., is an Italian manufacturer of automatic machines headquartered in Ozzano dell'Emilia, Emilia-Romagna. Founded in 1961, the company employs roughly 5,000 to 10,000 people and reports revenue in the $1 to 5 billion range (estimated). It serves the pharmaceutical, medical, cosmetics, food and beverage, and automotive sectors. Recently, it completed a $30 million expansion of IMA Life North America in Tonawanda, New York, announced by New York State in September 2026.
IMA Group at a glance
Revenue
$1-5B
Est. band
Employees
5,000-10,000
Founded
1961
Headquarters
Ozzano dell'Emilia, Emilia-Romagna
Certifications
ISO 9001
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Medical
Industrial Equipment
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
65 years in operation (founded 1961).
Holds ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
IMA Group, officially I.M.A. Industria Macchine Automatiche S.p.A., is an Italian manufacturer of automatic machines headquartered in Ozzano dell'Emilia, Emilia-Romagna. Founded in 1961, the company employs roughly 5,000 to 10,000 people and reports revenue in the $1 to 5 billion range (estimated). It serves the pharmaceutical, medical, cosmetics, food and beverage, and automotive sectors. Recently, it completed a $30 million expansion of IMA Life North America in Tonawanda, New York, announced by New York State in September 2026.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1961 |
Headquarters | Ozzano dell'Emilia, Emilia-Romagna |
Employees | 5,000-10,000 |
Revenue | $1-5B (estimated) |
Certifications | ISO 9001 |
What IMA Group makes
The company is certified to ISO 9001 and lists coating, assembly, and battery-related products among its offerings.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Coating, Assembly, Battery (source: imagroup.com).
Certifications
IMA Group is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 9001 — imagroup.com
Latest developments
2026-09-25 — IMA Life North America – Grand Opening Ceremony in Tonawanda on 24 September 2026 | IMA Group (imagroup.com)
2026-09-24 — Governor Hochul Celebrates Completion of IMA Life North America’s $30 Million Expansion Project in Tonawanda | Governor Kathy Hochul | New York State (ny.gov)
2026-08-26 — Processed cheese filled in stick packs | IMA Group (imagroup.com)
2026-07-30 — IMA acquires Azzurra Technology Platform and launches IMA LIFE Quantum | IMA Group (imagroup.com)
2026-07-17 — IMA enters into a partnership with Lichtenberg Capital and sells a majority stake in ATOP S.p.A. | IMA Group (imagroup.com)
2026-03-06 — IMA Life inaugurated a new building in Calenzano: a significant step toward the future. | IMA Group (imagroup.com)
Facilities
IMA Group is headquartered in Ozzano dell'Emilia, Emilia-Romagna. Public sources also reference these locations:
Cork, Ireland — imagroup.com
Tonawanda, USA — imagroup.com
Company details
IMA Group is privately held, and in July 2026 it sold a majority stake in ATOP S.p.A. to Lichtenberg Capital while also acquiring the Azzurra Technology Platform. IMA Group was founded in 1961, has an estimated 5,000-10,000 employees, and is headquartered in Ozzano dell'Emilia, Emilia-Romagna. 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 Group do?
IMA Group, officially I.M.A. Industria Macchine Automatiche S.p.A., is an Italian manufacturer of automatic machines headquartered in Ozzano dell'Emilia, Emilia-Romagna. Founded in 1961, the company employs roughly 5,000 to 10,000 people and reports revenue in the $1 to 5 billion range (estimated). It serves the pharmaceutical, medical, cosmetics, food and beverage, and automotive sectors. Recently, it completed a $30 million expansion of IMA Life North America in Tonawanda, New York, announced by New York State in September 2026.
Where is IMA Group headquartered?
IMA Group is headquartered in Ozzano dell'Emilia, Emilia-Romagna (428 Via Emilia, Ozzano dell'Emilia, Emilia-Romagna, 40064).
When was IMA Group founded?
IMA Group was founded in 1961.
How big is IMA Group?
IMA Group has an estimated 5,000-10,000 employees, with revenue in the $1-5B range (estimated).
What certifications does IMA Group hold?
IMA Group lists ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
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