Verified Nov 2026
Chassis & Safety Systems
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Sterzing, Trentino-Alto Adige/South Tyrol
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Since 1888
Leitner is an Italian manufacturer of ropeway systems, including detachable gondola lifts, chairlifts, aerial tramways, funiculars, and fixed-grip ski lifts. The company is headquartered in Sterzing, South Tyrol, Italy, and was founded in 1888. It has between 1,000 and 5,000 employees and is part of the High Technology Industries group. Its ropeway systems serve ski resorts, urban municipalities, tourism destinations, and renewable energy clients. In June 2026 it reported contracts worth €720 million in Mexico, where it is expanding the country's ropeway network by a further 40 kilometers.
Leitner at a glance
Revenue
$1-5B
Est. band
Employees
1,000-5,000
Founded
1888
Headquarters
Sterzing, Trentino-Alto Adige/South Tyrol
Certifications
ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
853
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Construction
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
853
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
Germany · Italy · Belgium · France
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Leitner.
What this tells a buyer
Leitner announced contracts worth €720 million in Mexico in June 2026, and the company said it would add 40 kilometers to the country's ropeway network.
The company holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications and offers custom ropeway development, urban mobility solutions, and maintenance and support services.
Leitner is privately held, with an estimated annual revenue band of $1 billion to $5 billion, and operates 11 production plants across multiple countries.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
138 years in operation (founded 1888).
Holds ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Leitner is an Italian manufacturer of ropeway systems, including detachable gondola lifts, chairlifts, aerial tramways, funiculars, and fixed-grip ski lifts. The company is headquartered in Sterzing, South Tyrol, Italy, and was founded in 1888. It has between 1,000 and 5,000 employees and is part of the High Technology Industries group. Its ropeway systems serve ski resorts, urban municipalities, tourism destinations, and renewable energy clients. In June 2026 it reported contracts worth €720 million in Mexico, where it is expanding the country's ropeway network by a further 40 kilometers.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1888 |
Headquarters | Sterzing, Trentino-Alto Adige/South Tyrol |
Employees | 1,000-5,000 |
Revenue | $1-5B (estimated) |
Primary capability | Chassis & Safety Systems |
Certifications | ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 |
What Leitner makes
The company holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications and offers custom ropeway development, urban mobility solutions, and maintenance and support services.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Welding, Steel, Assembly, LED, Gear (source: leitner.com).
Certifications
Leitner is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 14001 — leitner.com
ISO 45001 — leitner.com
ISO 9001 — leitner.com
Trade and customs footprint
Leitner announced contracts worth €720 million in Mexico in June 2026, and the company said it would add 40 kilometers to the country's ropeway network. US customs bill-of-lading records list 853 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Germany · Italy · Belgium · France.
Latest developments
2026-10-07 — LEITNER strengthens its presence in the Aosta Valley with a new Operations & Technology Hub (leitner.com)
2026-06-23 — The first ROPERA® system in Switzerland: LEITNER to install the CD6C “Patrullarve” in Zermatt (leitner.com)
2026-06-09 — Above the traffic jams: LEITNER expands Mexico’s ropeway network by a further 40 kilometers (leitner.com)
2026-06-09 — Leitner wins contracts worth €720 million in Mexico - Il Sole 24 ORE (ilsole24ore.com)
2026-01-20 — LEITNER to build Oceania’s first urban ropeway (leitner.com)
2026-01-19 — Efficient ropeway technologies: LEITNER sets new standards in the DACH region (leitner.com)
Facilities
Leitner is headquartered in Sterzing, Trentino-Alto Adige/South Tyrol. Public sources also reference these locations:
Slovakia — leitner.com
Company details
Leitner is privately held, with an estimated annual revenue band of $1 billion to $5 billion, and operates 11 production plants across multiple countries. Leitner was founded in 1888, has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, and is headquartered in Sterzing, Trentino-Alto Adige/South Tyrol. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 138 years in operation (founded 1888). Holds ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Leitner make?
Leitner is an Italian manufacturer of ropeway systems, including detachable gondola lifts, chairlifts, aerial tramways, funiculars, and fixed-grip ski lifts. The company is headquartered in Sterzing, South Tyrol, Italy, and was founded in 1888. It has between 1,000 and 5,000 employees and is part of the High Technology Industries group. Its ropeway systems serve ski resorts, urban municipalities, tourism destinations, and renewable energy clients. In June 2026 it reported contracts worth €720 million in Mexico, where it is expanding the country's ropeway network by a further 40 kilometers.
Where is Leitner headquartered?
Leitner is headquartered in Sterzing, Trentino-Alto Adige/South Tyrol (28 Brennerstrasse, Sterzing, Trentino-Alto Adige/South Tyrol, 39049).
When was Leitner founded?
Leitner was founded in 1888.
How big is Leitner?
Leitner has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, with revenue in the $1-5B range (estimated).
What certifications does Leitner hold?
Leitner lists ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Leitner import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 853 inbound shipments for Leitner, with top origins including Germany · Italy · Belgium · France.
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Location & contact
Phone
+39 0472 722111
Certification
ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001
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