Verified Nov 2026
Bearings & Components
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Annecy, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes
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Since 1918
NTN Europe is the European arm of NTN, a manufacturer of bearings, precision components, linear modules, constant velocity joints, and automotive spare parts. It is headquartered in Annecy, France, and was founded in 1918. The company employs between 5,000 and 10,000 people, with estimated revenue of $500M to $1B, and serves the automotive, electric vehicle, electronics, construction, renewable energy, and industrial equipment sectors. In July 2026, it inaugurated a new European headquarters and research and development center in Annecy.
NTN Europe at a glance
Revenue
$500M-1B
Est. band
Employees
5,000-10,000
Founded
1918
Headquarters
Annecy, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes
Certifications
IATF 16949 · ISO 9001
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Construction
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
108 years in operation (founded 1918).
Holds IATF 16949, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
NTN Europe is the European arm of NTN, a manufacturer of bearings, precision components, linear modules, constant velocity joints, and automotive spare parts. It is headquartered in Annecy, France, and was founded in 1918. The company employs between 5,000 and 10,000 people, with estimated revenue of $500M to $1B, and serves the automotive, electric vehicle, electronics, construction, renewable energy, and industrial equipment sectors. In July 2026, it inaugurated a new European headquarters and research and development center in Annecy.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1918 |
Headquarters | Annecy, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes |
Employees | 5,000-10,000 |
Revenue | $500M-1B (estimated) |
Primary capability | Bearings & Components |
Certifications | IATF 16949 · ISO 9001 |
What NTN Europe makes
The company holds IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 certifications and produces bearings, linear modules, encoders, tensioners, and constant velocity joints for industrial and automotive use.
Certifications
NTN Europe is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
IATF 16949 — ntnamericas.com
ISO 9001 — vtl.rs
Latest developments
2026-08-07 — NTN Europe investit 30 millions d'euros dans son site d'Allonnes | Le Revenu (lerevenu.com)
2026-07-22 — NTN Europe Inaugurates its New European Headquarters and Research & Development Center in Annecy, France|Press Release:2026|News|NTN Global (ntnglobal.com)
2026-07-17 — NTN Eurrope valide un plan d'investissement massif de 30 millions d'euros sur les cinq prochaines années (lyoncapitale.fr)
2026-06-11 — Un an après son plan de restructuration, NTN Crézancy accélère sa diversification (lejournaldesentreprises.com)
2025-10-28 — Bearing Supplier NTN Europe Goes Ahead With Investment Plan | Aviation Week (aviationweek.com)
2025-09-08 — NTN Expands Aerospace Bearing Production Capacity in Europe|Press Release:2025|News|NTN Global (ntnglobal.com)
Company details
NTN Europe is privately held, and its revenue band is an estimate rather than a reported figure. NTN Europe was founded in 1918, has an estimated 5,000-10,000 employees, and is headquartered in Annecy, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 108 years in operation (founded 1918). Holds IATF 16949, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does NTN Europe make?
NTN Europe is the European arm of NTN, a manufacturer of bearings, precision components, linear modules, constant velocity joints, and automotive spare parts. It is headquartered in Annecy, France, and was founded in 1918. The company employs between 5,000 and 10,000 people, with estimated revenue of $500M to $1B, and serves the automotive, electric vehicle, electronics, construction, renewable energy, and industrial equipment sectors. In July 2026, it inaugurated a new European headquarters and research and development center in Annecy.
Where is NTN Europe headquartered?
NTN Europe is headquartered in Annecy, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes (1 Rue des Usines, Annecy, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes, 74000).
When was NTN Europe founded?
NTN Europe was founded in 1918.
How big is NTN Europe?
NTN Europe has an estimated 5,000-10,000 employees, with revenue in the $500M-1B range (estimated).
What certifications does NTN Europe hold?
NTN Europe lists IATF 16949 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
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