Verified Nov 2026
Electronics & Software
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Freienbach, Schwyz
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Since 1876
Oerlikon, a Swiss company headquartered in Freienbach, Schwyz, was founded in 1876 and has between 5,000 and 10,000 employees, with estimated revenue of $1-5 billion. It is privately held and serves the automotive, electronics, medical, industrial equipment, and aerospace industries. The company makes its own surface and coating technologies, and in January 2026 it announced continued investment in its Michigan footprint. It holds certifications including AS9100, IATF 16949, and ISO 9001.
Oerlikon at a glance
Revenue
$1-5B
Est. band
Employees
5,000-10,000
Founded
1876
Headquarters
Freienbach, Schwyz
Certifications
AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001 · ITAR registered · Nadcap
Import activity
2866
Industries
Automotive
Electronics
Medical
Industrial Equipment
Aerospace
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
2866
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
India · Hong Kong S.A.R. · Sri Lanka · China
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Oerlikon.
What this tells a buyer
Customs records show 2,866 shipments tied to the company, with origins including India, Hong Kong, China, Germany, and Italy.
The company lists coating, machining, stamping, sheet metal, and assembly among its products, and holds AS9100, IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, ISO 9001, ITAR registration, and Nadcap accreditation.
The company is not publicly traded, and its revenue band is an estimate rather than a reported figure.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
150 years in operation (founded 1876).
2,866 US import shipments on record.
Holds AS9100, IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, ISO 9001, ITAR registered, Nadcap certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Oerlikon, a Swiss company headquartered in Freienbach, Schwyz, was founded in 1876 and has between 5,000 and 10,000 employees, with estimated revenue of $1-5 billion. It is privately held and serves the automotive, electronics, medical, industrial equipment, and aerospace industries. The company makes its own surface and coating technologies, and in January 2026 it announced continued investment in its Michigan footprint. It holds certifications including AS9100, IATF 16949, and ISO 9001.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1876 |
Headquarters | Freienbach, Schwyz |
Employees | 5,000-10,000 |
Revenue | $1-5B (estimated) |
Primary capability | Electronics & Software |
Certifications | AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001 · ITAR registered · Nadcap |
What Oerlikon makes
The company lists coating, machining, stamping, sheet metal, and assembly among its products, and holds AS9100, IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, ISO 9001, ITAR registration, and Nadcap accreditation.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Coating, Transmission, Battery, Machining, Sheet Metal, Stamping, Metal Fabrication, Assembly (source: oerlikon.com).
Certifications
Oerlikon is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
AS9100 — oerlikon.com
IATF 16949 — oerlikon.com
ISO 14001 — oerlikon.com
ISO 45001 — oerlikon.com
ISO 50001 — oerlikon.com
ISO 9001 — oerlikon.com
ITAR registered — oerlikon.com
Nadcap — oerlikon.com
Trade and customs footprint
Customs records show 2,866 shipments tied to the company, with origins including India, Hong Kong, China, Germany, and Italy. US customs bill-of-lading records list 2866 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including India · Hong Kong S.A.R. · Sri Lanka · China.
Latest developments
2026-10-13 — Oerlikon Adds ATLIX's xBUILD 5000, Plans More for 2027 - 3DPrint.com | Additive Manufacturing Business (3dprint.com)
2026-09-08 — Capital Markets Day 2026 | Oerlikon (oerlikon.com)
2026-08-06 — First half 2026 results | Oerlikon (oerlikon.com)
2026-04-16 — Oerlikon strengthens aerospace capabilities with new honeycomb manufacturing cell in Querétaro, Mexico | Oerlikon (oerlikon.com)
2026-01-22 — Oerlikon strengthens Michigan footprint with continued investment | Oerlikon (oerlikon.com)
2025-11-07 — ATL Turbine Services invests in Surface Two™ to expand thermal spray capabilities and drive process excellence | Oerlikon (oerlikon.com)
Facilities
Oerlikon is headquartered in Freienbach, Schwyz. Public sources also reference these locations:
Huntersville, North Carolina — 3dprint.com
Huntersville, NC — oerlikon.com
Hungary — oerlikon.com
Company details
The company is not publicly traded, and its revenue band is an estimate rather than a reported figure. Oerlikon was founded in 1876, has an estimated 5,000-10,000 employees, and is headquartered in Freienbach, Schwyz. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 150 years in operation (founded 1876). 2,866 US import shipments on record. Holds AS9100, IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, ISO 9001, ITAR registered, Nadcap certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Oerlikon make?
Oerlikon, a Swiss company headquartered in Freienbach, Schwyz, was founded in 1876 and has between 5,000 and 10,000 employees, with estimated revenue of $1-5 billion. It is privately held and serves the automotive, electronics, medical, industrial equipment, and aerospace industries. The company makes its own surface and coating technologies, and in January 2026 it announced continued investment in its Michigan footprint. It holds certifications including AS9100, IATF 16949, and ISO 9001.
Where is Oerlikon headquartered?
Oerlikon is headquartered in Freienbach, Schwyz (120 Churerstrasse, Freienbach, Schwyz, 8808).
When was Oerlikon founded?
Oerlikon was founded in 1876.
How big is Oerlikon?
Oerlikon has an estimated 5,000-10,000 employees, with revenue in the $1-5B range (estimated).
What certifications does Oerlikon hold?
Oerlikon lists AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001 · ITAR registered · Nadcap on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Oerlikon import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 2866 inbound shipments for Oerlikon, with top origins including India · Hong Kong S.A.R. · Sri Lanka · China.
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Location & contact
Phone
'+41 58 360 96 96
Certification
AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001 · ITAR registered · Nadcap
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