Verified Nov 2026
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Neutraubling, Bavaria
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Since 1951
Krones is a machinery manufacturer headquartered in Neutraubling, Bavaria, Germany, founded in 1951. It has an estimated 10,000 to 50,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $5 to 10 billion. The company builds bottling, canning, packaging, and process technology systems, primarily for the beverage and liquid food industries. Its most recent reported development is the opening of a new plant in India, announced in August 2026.
Krones at a glance
Revenue
$5-10B
Est. band
Employees
10,000-50,000
Founded
1951
Headquarters
Neutraubling, Bavaria
Certifications
ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
2803
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
Consumer Goods
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
2803
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
Germany · Italy · Mexico · Portugal
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Krones.
What this tells a buyer
Customs records list 2,803 shipments associated with the company, with origins including Germany, Italy, Mexico, Portugal, and China.
Krones holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 50001 certifications, and its listed products include assembly systems.
Krones is privately held, and its own published notice reports that it further increased order intake and profitability in the first half of 2026.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
75 years in operation (founded 1951).
2,803 US import shipments on record.
Holds ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Krones is a machinery manufacturer headquartered in Neutraubling, Bavaria, Germany, founded in 1951. It has an estimated 10,000 to 50,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $5 to 10 billion. The company builds bottling, canning, packaging, and process technology systems, primarily for the beverage and liquid food industries. Its most recent reported development is the opening of a new plant in India, announced in August 2026.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1951 |
Headquarters | Neutraubling, Bavaria |
Employees | 10,000-50,000 |
Revenue | $5-10B (estimated) |
Certifications | ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001 |
What Krones makes
Krones holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 50001 certifications, and its listed products include assembly systems.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Assembly (source: krones.com).
Certifications
Krones is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 14001 — krones.com
ISO 45001 — krones.com
ISO 50001 — krones.com
ISO 9001 — krones.cn
Trade and customs footprint
Customs records list 2,803 shipments associated with the company, with origins including Germany, Italy, Mexico, Portugal, and China. US customs bill-of-lading records list 2803 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Germany · Italy · Mexico · Portugal.
Latest developments
2026-10-13 — More local value creation: Krones expands its Taicang facility - Krones (krones.com)
2026-08-26 — Closer to the market: Krones opens new plant in India - Krones (krones.com)
2026-07-29 — Corporate news release – Krones further increases order intake and profitability in first half of 2026 - Krones (krones.com)
2026-06-16 — New logistics center for Krones Inc. - Krones (krones.com)
2026-01-21 — Wosana is expanding its aseptic filling with Krones - Krones (krones.com)
2025-09-17 — Krones strengthens its portfolio through acquisitions in process technology and filling and packaging equipment - Krones (krones.com)
Facilities
Krones is headquartered in Neutraubling, Bavaria. Public sources also reference these locations:
India — krones.com
Neutraubling, Germany — krones.com
Company details
Krones is privately held, and its own published notice reports that it further increased order intake and profitability in the first half of 2026. Krones was founded in 1951, has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, and is headquartered in Neutraubling, Bavaria. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 75 years in operation (founded 1951). 2,803 US import shipments on record. Holds ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Krones do?
Krones is a machinery manufacturer headquartered in Neutraubling, Bavaria, Germany, founded in 1951. It has an estimated 10,000 to 50,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $5 to 10 billion. The company builds bottling, canning, packaging, and process technology systems, primarily for the beverage and liquid food industries. Its most recent reported development is the opening of a new plant in India, announced in August 2026.
Where is Krones headquartered?
Krones is headquartered in Neutraubling, Bavaria (5 Boehmerwaldstrasse, Neutraubling, Bavaria, 93073).
When was Krones founded?
Krones was founded in 1951.
How big is Krones?
Krones has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, with revenue in the $5-10B range (estimated).
What certifications does Krones hold?
Krones lists ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Krones import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 2803 inbound shipments for Krones, with top origins including Germany · Italy · Mexico · Portugal.
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Location & contact
Phone
'+49 94 01708090
Certification
ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001
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