Verified Nov 2026
Electronics & Software
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Gardabaer, Capital Region
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Since 1983
JBT Marel Corporation, formed from the merger of Marel and JBT Corporation in January 2025, manufactures integrated food and beverage processing machinery and software. Headquartered in Chicago with historical roots in Iceland, the company employs 10,000–50,000 people across more than 30 countries. It serves poultry, meat, fish, and plant-based processing sectors. Recent work includes supplying EVi gutting machines for high-capacity poultry processing and expanding its customer innovation center.
Marel at a glance
Revenue
$1-5B
Est. band
Employees
10,000-50,000
Founded
1983
Headquarters
Gardabaer, Capital Region
Certifications
ISO 9001
Import activity
3679
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
3679
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
Belgium · Iceland · Netherlands · Germany
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Marel.
What this tells a buyer
The company shipped 3,679 recorded units across 17 countries, with primary sourcing from Iceland (2,187 shipments), the Netherlands (1,065 combined shipments), and Germany (602 combined shipments).
Marel provides poultry, meat, and fish processing systems alongside software solutions and machinery manufacturing, and holds ISO 9001 certification.
JBT Marel is jointly held and operates facilities in Illinois, Vietnam, and South Korea, serving food processors across four main processing segments.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
43 years in operation (founded 1983).
3,679 US import shipments on record.
Holds ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
JBT Marel Corporation, formed from the merger of Marel and JBT Corporation in January 2025, manufactures integrated food and beverage processing machinery and software. Headquartered in Chicago with historical roots in Iceland, the company employs 10,000–50,000 people across more than 30 countries. It serves poultry, meat, fish, and plant-based processing sectors. Recent work includes supplying EVi gutting machines for high-capacity poultry processing and expanding its customer innovation center.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1983 |
Headquarters | Gardabaer, Capital Region |
Employees | 10,000-50,000 |
Revenue | $1-5B (estimated) |
Primary capability | Electronics & Software |
Certifications | ISO 9001 |
What Marel makes
Marel provides poultry, meat, and fish processing systems alongside software solutions and machinery manufacturing, and holds ISO 9001 certification.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include LED, Steel (source: jbtmarel.com).
Certifications
Marel is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 9001 — jbtmarel.com
Trade and customs footprint
The company shipped 3,679 recorded units across 17 countries, with primary sourcing from Iceland (2,187 shipments), the Netherlands (1,065 combined shipments), and Germany (602 combined shipments). US customs bill-of-lading records list 3679 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Belgium · Iceland · Netherlands · Germany.
Latest developments
2026-09-02 — Salaks orders two JBT Marel EVi gutting machines for high capacity, high quality processing | JBT Marel (jbtmarel.com)
2026-07-30 — Aurora Packing Company and JBT Marel celebrate | JBT Marel (jbtmarel.com)
2026-06-28 — JBT Marel Expands Sandusky Customer Innovation Center (meatingplace.com)
2026-05-11 — JBT Marel partners with Aurum Process Technology; expands end-to-end solutions for ready meals and premium pet food | JBT Marel (jbtmarel.com)
2026-02-26 — JBT Marel and Dongwon partner for a world first in canned tuna processing | JBT Marel (jbtmarel.com)
2026-02-12 — JBT Marel and Almarai sign multimillion Euro contract | JBT Marel (jbtmarel.com)
Facilities
Marel is headquartered in Gardabaer, Capital Region. Public sources also reference these locations:
Illinois — jbtmarel.com
Vietnam — jbtmarel.com
Changwon, Korea — jbtmarel.com
Company details
JBT Marel is jointly held and operates facilities in Illinois, Vietnam, and South Korea, serving food processors across four main processing segments. Marel was founded in 1983, has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, and is headquartered in Gardabaer, Capital Region. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 43 years in operation (founded 1983). 3,679 US import shipments on record. Holds ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Marel make?
JBT Marel Corporation, formed from the merger of Marel and JBT Corporation in January 2025, manufactures integrated food and beverage processing machinery and software. Headquartered in Chicago with historical roots in Iceland, the company employs 10,000–50,000 people across more than 30 countries. It serves poultry, meat, fish, and plant-based processing sectors. Recent work includes supplying EVi gutting machines for high-capacity poultry processing and expanding its customer innovation center.
Where is Marel headquartered?
Marel is headquartered in Gardabaer, Capital Region.
When was Marel founded?
Marel was founded in 1983.
How big is Marel?
Marel has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, with revenue in the $1-5B range (estimated).
What certifications does Marel hold?
Marel lists ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Marel import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 3679 inbound shipments for Marel, with top origins including Belgium · Iceland · Netherlands · Germany.
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