Verified Nov 2026
Electronics & Software
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Bothell, Washington
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Since 1910
KONE manufactures elevators, escalators, automatic doors, and related vertical-transportation systems. Headquartered in Bothell, Washington, and founded in 1910, the company operates with 50,000–100,000 employees and generates over $10 billion in annual revenue. It serves commercial, residential, retail, healthcare, and public infrastructure sectors across 60 countries. Recent work includes equipping the 55 Old Broad Street office tower in London and providing systems for Burj Azizi, a supertall structure.
Kone at a glance
Revenue
$10B+
Est. band
Employees
50,000-100,000
Founded
1910
Headquarters
Bothell, Washington
Certifications
ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
4911
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Construction
Medical
Plumbing & Hardware
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
4911
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
China · Germany · Italy · Netherlands
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Kone.
What this tells a buyer
KONE received approximately 4,911 shipments across its supply chain, with components sourced from China, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, South Korea, and eight other countries; principal suppliers include Kone Elevators from China and Wittur Austria from Germany.
The company holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications and manufactures LED, assembly, and bearing components alongside its core elevator and escalator platforms.
KONE operates across 60 countries with revenue of approximately $10 billion-plus and completed acquisition approval of TK Elevator in 2026.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
116 years in operation (founded 1910).
4,911 US import shipments on record.
Holds ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
KONE manufactures elevators, escalators, automatic doors, and related vertical-transportation systems. Headquartered in Bothell, Washington, and founded in 1910, the company operates with 50,000–100,000 employees and generates over $10 billion in annual revenue. It serves commercial, residential, retail, healthcare, and public infrastructure sectors across 60 countries. Recent work includes equipping the 55 Old Broad Street office tower in London and providing systems for Burj Azizi, a supertall structure.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1910 |
Headquarters | Bothell, Washington |
Employees | 50,000-100,000 |
Revenue | $10B+ (estimated) |
Primary capability | Electronics & Software |
Certifications | ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 |
What Kone makes
The company holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications and manufactures LED, assembly, and bearing components alongside its core elevator and escalator platforms.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include LED, Assembly, Bearing (source: kone.com).
Certifications
Kone is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
Trade and customs footprint
KONE received approximately 4,911 shipments across its supply chain, with components sourced from China, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, South Korea, and eight other countries; principal suppliers include Kone Elevators from China and Wittur Austria from Germany. US customs bill-of-lading records list 4911 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including China · Germany · Italy · Netherlands.
Latest developments
2026-11-05 — KONE to equip new 55 Old Broad Street office tower in the City of London (kone.com)
2026-10-01 — KONE supports the next generation of supertall structures with Burj Azizi, one of the world’s tallest buildings (kone.com)
2026-08-04 — KONE to equip landmark mixed-use development Vista on London’s South Bank (kone.com)
2026-06-09 — Kone expands its presence in northern Germany (lift-journal.com)
2026-06-04 — Kone shareholders approve $34bn TK Elevator acquisition - Private Equity Wire (privateequitywire.co.uk)
2026-04-29 — Inside information: KONE and TKE to combine, creating a world-class company in the elevator and escalator industry (kone.com)
Company details
KONE operates across 60 countries with revenue of approximately $10 billion-plus and completed acquisition approval of TK Elevator in 2026. Kone was founded in 1910, has an estimated 50,000-100,000 employees, and is headquartered in Bothell, Washington. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 116 years in operation (founded 1910). 4,911 US import shipments on record. Holds ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Kone make?
KONE manufactures elevators, escalators, automatic doors, and related vertical-transportation systems. Headquartered in Bothell, Washington, and founded in 1910, the company operates with 50,000–100,000 employees and generates over $10 billion in annual revenue. It serves commercial, residential, retail, healthcare, and public infrastructure sectors across 60 countries. Recent work includes equipping the 55 Old Broad Street office tower in London and providing systems for Burj Azizi, a supertall structure.
Where is Kone headquartered?
Kone is headquartered in Bothell, Washington.
When was Kone founded?
Kone was founded in 1910.
How big is Kone?
Kone has an estimated 50,000-100,000 employees, with revenue in the $10B+ range (estimated).
What certifications does Kone hold?
Kone lists ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Kone import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 4911 inbound shipments for Kone, with top origins including China · Germany · Italy · Netherlands.
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