Verified Nov 2026
Batteries & E-Mobility
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Since 1884
Piaggio & C. S.p.A., founded in 1884 and headquartered in Pontedera, Italy, manufactures scooters, motorcycles, mopeds, and light commercial vehicles under brands including Vespa, Aprilia, and Moto Guzzi. The company employs 5,000–10,000 people with estimated revenue of $1–5 billion. It serves automotive, electric-vehicle, renewable-energy, and industrial-equipment sectors across more than 50 countries, with recent activity in electric three-wheeler battery financing solutions.
Piaggio at a glance
Revenue
$1-5B
Est. band
Employees
5,000-10,000
Founded
1884
Certifications
ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
1631
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
Consumer Goods
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
1631
Named foreign suppliers
41
Top origins
Italy · India · Hong Kong S.A.R. · Spain
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Piaggio.
What this tells a buyer
Piaggio recorded 1,631 customs shipments with primary sourcing from Italy and manufacturing operations in India, Vietnam, and China.
The company manufactures two-wheelers, light utility vehicles, and compact commercial vehicles, holding ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications.
Piaggio operates as a privately held, Italian-owned manufacturer with approximately 7,053 employees across operations spanning automotive, e-mobility, and last-mile delivery segments.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
142 years in operation (founded 1884).
1,631 US import shipments on record.
Holds ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Piaggio & C. S.p.A., founded in 1884 and headquartered in Pontedera, Italy, manufactures scooters, motorcycles, mopeds, and light commercial vehicles under brands including Vespa, Aprilia, and Moto Guzzi. The company employs 5,000–10,000 people with estimated revenue of $1–5 billion. It serves automotive, electric-vehicle, renewable-energy, and industrial-equipment sectors across more than 50 countries, with recent activity in electric three-wheeler battery financing solutions.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1884 |
Employees | 5,000-10,000 |
Revenue | $1-5B (estimated) |
Primary capability | Batteries & E-Mobility |
Certifications | ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 |
What Piaggio makes
The company manufactures two-wheelers, light utility vehicles, and compact commercial vehicles, holding ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Assembly (source: piaggiogroup.com).
Certifications
Piaggio is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 14001 — piaggiogroup.com
ISO 45001 — piaggiogroup.com
ISO 9001 — piaggiogroup.com
Trade and customs footprint
Piaggio recorded 1,631 customs shipments with primary sourcing from Italy and manufacturing operations in India, Vietnam, and China. US customs bill-of-lading records list 1631 inbound shipments across 41 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Italy · India · Hong Kong S.A.R. · Spain.
Latest developments
2026-11-03 — Piaggio Group takes centre stage at EICMA with all its brands | Superbike News #1 for Biker News (superbike-news.co.uk)
2026-09-02 — Moto Guzzi - Technological benchmark in the world motorcycle industry | Piaggio Group (piaggiogroup.com)
2026-06-30 — Piaggio Group: results at 30 June 2026 | Piaggio Group (piaggiogroup.com)
2026-02-28 — Wide Magazine (piaggiogroup.com)
2025-10-16 — Piaggio Vehicles partners with RiseWise Capital for electric three-wheeler battery replacement financing - The HinduBusinessLine (thehindubusinessline.com)
2025-10-15 — The Piaggio Group bolsters its presence in the Asia Pacific region with the establishment of a new subsidiary in the Philippines | Piaggio Group (piaggiogroup.com)
Company details
Piaggio operates as a privately held, Italian-owned manufacturer with approximately 7,053 employees across operations spanning automotive, e-mobility, and last-mile delivery segments. Piaggio was founded in 1884, and has an estimated 5,000-10,000 employees. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 142 years in operation (founded 1884). 1,631 US import shipments on record. Holds ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Piaggio make?
Piaggio & C. S.p.A., founded in 1884 and headquartered in Pontedera, Italy, manufactures scooters, motorcycles, mopeds, and light commercial vehicles under brands including Vespa, Aprilia, and Moto Guzzi. The company employs 5,000–10,000 people with estimated revenue of $1–5 billion. It serves automotive, electric-vehicle, renewable-energy, and industrial-equipment sectors across more than 50 countries, with recent activity in electric three-wheeler battery financing solutions.
When was Piaggio founded?
Piaggio was founded in 1884.
How big is Piaggio?
Piaggio has an estimated 5,000-10,000 employees, with revenue in the $1-5B range (estimated).
What certifications does Piaggio hold?
Piaggio lists ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Piaggio import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 1631 inbound shipments for Piaggio, with top origins including Italy · India · Hong Kong S.A.R. · Spain.
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Location & contact
Phone
'+1 212-380-4400
Certification
ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001
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