Verified Nov 2026
Electronics & Software
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Yokohama, Kanagawa
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Since 1927
JVC is an electronics and software company headquartered in Yokohama, Japan, founded in 1927 and operating under JVCKenwood Corporation. It employs an estimated 10,000 to 50,000 people, with estimated revenue in the $1 billion to $5 billion range, and is privately held. The company serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, electronics, medical, plumbing-hardware, and industrial-equipment industries. In late 2025 it announced a partnership with Josh.ai to link its home theater products with modern home control systems.
JVC at a glance
Revenue
$1-5B
Est. band
Employees
10,000-50,000
Founded
1927
Headquarters
Yokohama, Kanagawa
Certifications
IATF 16949 · ISO 14001
Import activity
41
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Medical
Plumbing & Hardware
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
41
Named foreign suppliers
14
Top origins
China · South Korea · Malaysia
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from JVC.
What this tells a buyer
JVCKenwood acquired San Luis Aviation, a US company, in October 2025 to strengthen its IP radio business in the North American public safety market, as reported by Nikkei.
The company holds IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 certifications and offers consumer audio-visual products, professional broadcast equipment, and security systems.
JVC has been part of JVCKenwood Corporation and has a presence in Europe and North America, with its 2026 CEDIA Expo announcement covering a partnership with Engage Engineering.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
99 years in operation (founded 1927).
Holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
JVC is an electronics and software company headquartered in Yokohama, Japan, founded in 1927 and operating under JVCKenwood Corporation. It employs an estimated 10,000 to 50,000 people, with estimated revenue in the $1 billion to $5 billion range, and is privately held. The company serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, electronics, medical, plumbing-hardware, and industrial-equipment industries. In late 2025 it announced a partnership with Josh.ai to link its home theater products with modern home control systems.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1927 |
Headquarters | Yokohama, Kanagawa |
Employees | 10,000-50,000 |
Revenue | $1-5B (estimated) |
Primary capability | Electronics & Software |
Certifications | IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 |
What JVC makes
The company holds IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 certifications and offers consumer audio-visual products, professional broadcast equipment, and security systems.
Certifications
JVC is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
IATF 16949 — jvckenwood.com
ISO 14001 — 4up.eu
Trade and customs footprint
JVCKenwood acquired San Luis Aviation, a US company, in October 2025 to strengthen its IP radio business in the North American public safety market, as reported by Nikkei. US customs bill-of-lading records list 41 inbound shipments across 14 foreign suppliers, with top origins including China · South Korea · Malaysia.
Latest developments
2026-10-19 — JVC Partnership | Receiver Kits at 12 Volt Outlet (12voltoutlet.com)
2026-05-01 — 【JVCケンウッド】新中期経営計画VISION2030を策定｜持続的価値創造へ2026年5月 | Japan IR (japanir.jp)
2025-11-27 — JVC Partners with Josh.ai to Reimagine Modern Home Theater Control Press Release | News | JVC (jvc.com)
2025-10-08 — JVCケンウッド、米San Luis Aviation社を子会社化し北米の公共安全市場を中心とするIP無線領域を強化 - 日本経済新聞 (nikkei.com)
2025-07-29 — JVC DLA-VS8000 Native 8K Visualization Projector (highergov.com)
Company details
JVC has been part of JVCKenwood Corporation and has a presence in Europe and North America, with its 2026 CEDIA Expo announcement covering a partnership with Engage Engineering. JVC was founded in 1927, has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, and is headquartered in Yokohama, Kanagawa. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 99 years in operation (founded 1927). Holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does JVC make?
JVC is an electronics and software company headquartered in Yokohama, Japan, founded in 1927 and operating under JVCKenwood Corporation. It employs an estimated 10,000 to 50,000 people, with estimated revenue in the $1 billion to $5 billion range, and is privately held. The company serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, electronics, medical, plumbing-hardware, and industrial-equipment industries. In late 2025 it announced a partnership with Josh.ai to link its home theater products with modern home control systems.
Where is JVC headquartered?
JVC is headquartered in Yokohama, Kanagawa.
When was JVC founded?
JVC was founded in 1927.
How big is JVC?
JVC has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, with revenue in the $1-5B range (estimated).
What certifications does JVC hold?
JVC lists IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does JVC import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 41 inbound shipments for JVC, with top origins including China · South Korea · Malaysia.
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