Verified Nov 2026
Metal Fabrication
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Timra, Vaesternorrland County
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Since 1967
Permobil is a manufacturer of assistive mobility products, including power and manual wheelchairs, seating and positioning systems, and rehabilitation technology. Founded in 1967 and headquartered in Timra, Sweden, the company has an employee base of 1,000 to 5,000 and an estimated revenue band of $500 million to $1 billion. It is privately held and serves the medical, automotive, electric-vehicle, and industrial equipment industries. In 2026 it launched the M4 Nexa, a compact power mobility product, and acquired Medivar in the PACA region of France to expand its regional presence.
Permobil at a glance
Revenue
$500M-1B
Est. band
Employees
1,000-5,000
Founded
1967
Headquarters
Timra, Vaesternorrland County
Certifications
ISO 13485
Import activity
4438
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Medical
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
4438
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
China · Germany · Taiwan · Mexico
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Permobil.
What this tells a buyer
No customs data is available for Permobil, but the company's most recent reported development is the April 2026 appointment of Ana Lopez as Chief Operating Officer.
Permobil holds ISO 13485 certification for medical device quality management and lists seating among its product categories.
Permobil is privately held, with an estimated revenue band of $500 million to $1 billion, and serves medical and industrial customers.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
59 years in operation (founded 1967).
Holds ISO 13485 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Permobil is a manufacturer of assistive mobility products, including power and manual wheelchairs, seating and positioning systems, and rehabilitation technology. Founded in 1967 and headquartered in Timra, Sweden, the company has an employee base of 1,000 to 5,000 and an estimated revenue band of $500 million to $1 billion. It is privately held and serves the medical, automotive, electric-vehicle, and industrial equipment industries. In 2026 it launched the M4 Nexa, a compact power mobility product, and acquired Medivar in the PACA region of France to expand its regional presence.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1967 |
Headquarters | Timra, Vaesternorrland County |
Employees | 1,000-5,000 |
Revenue | $500M-1B (estimated) |
Primary capability | Metal Fabrication |
Certifications | ISO 13485 |
What Permobil makes
Permobil holds ISO 13485 certification for medical device quality management and lists seating among its product categories.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Seating (source: permobil.com).
Certifications
Permobil is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 13485 — pressify.io
Trade and customs footprint
No customs data is available for Permobil, but the company's most recent reported development is the April 2026 appointment of Ana Lopez as Chief Operating Officer. US customs bill-of-lading records list 4438 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including China · Germany · Taiwan · Mexico.
Latest developments
2026-09-23 — Permobil Launches M4 Nexa: Compact Power Mobility without Compromise (permobil.com)
2026-06-22 — Fauteuils roulants : Permobil accélère son maillage territorial avec l’acquisition de Medivar en PACA - Portail National de la Silver économie et du bien-vieillir (silvereco.fr)
2026-04-07 — Permobil appoints Ana Lopez as Chief Operating Officer (permobil.com)
2026-02-18 — Permobil steps up its service with a new headquarters. (permobil.com)
2025-12-07 — Permobil Elevates IT to Group Management Level with CIO Katrin Blixt (permobil.com)
2025-11-17 — Permobil veut faciliter encore davantage l'accès aux meilleures solutions de mobilité grâce à une approche de vente directe en France. (permobil.com)
Company details
Permobil is privately held, with an estimated revenue band of $500 million to $1 billion, and serves medical and industrial customers. Permobil was founded in 1967, has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, and is headquartered in Timra, Vaesternorrland County. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 59 years in operation (founded 1967). Holds ISO 13485 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Permobil make?
Permobil is a manufacturer of assistive mobility products, including power and manual wheelchairs, seating and positioning systems, and rehabilitation technology. Founded in 1967 and headquartered in Timra, Sweden, the company has an employee base of 1,000 to 5,000 and an estimated revenue band of $500 million to $1 billion. It is privately held and serves the medical, automotive, electric-vehicle, and industrial equipment industries. In 2026 it launched the M4 Nexa, a compact power mobility product, and acquired Medivar in the PACA region of France to expand its regional presence.
Where is Permobil headquartered?
Permobil is headquartered in Timra, Vaesternorrland County.
When was Permobil founded?
Permobil was founded in 1967.
How big is Permobil?
Permobil has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, with revenue in the $500M-1B range (estimated).
What certifications does Permobil hold?
Permobil lists ISO 13485 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Permobil import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 4438 inbound shipments for Permobil, with top origins including China · Germany · Taiwan · Mexico.
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