Verified Nov 2026
Electronics & Software
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Since 1957
Rotork is a manufacturer of flow control and instrumentation equipment, including valve actuators, gearboxes, and control systems, headquartered in the United Kingdom and founded in 1957. It is estimated to have between 1,000 and 5,000 employees and revenue of roughly $1 billion to $5 billion, with the company's ownership structure not publicly listed. Its products serve industries including automotive, electric vehicles, electronics, renewable energy, and industrial equipment. In July 2026, ABB announced the acquisition of Rotork, a development that bears directly on the company's future ownership and product direction.
Rotork at a glance
Revenue
$1-5B
Est. band
Employees
1,000-5,000
Founded
1957
Certifications
ISO 9001
Import activity
6806
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
6806
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
United Kingdom · China · Italy · Sri Lanka
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Rotork.
What this tells a buyer
No customs trade data is available for Rotork, but ABB announced an acquisition of the company on 16 July 2026, the most recent development in the record.
Rotork's catalog includes valves, pumps, and gears, and the company holds ISO 9001 certification.
Rotork's revenue is an estimated band rather than a reported figure, and no specific customers are named in the record.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
69 years in operation (founded 1957).
Holds ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Rotork is a manufacturer of flow control and instrumentation equipment, including valve actuators, gearboxes, and control systems, headquartered in the United Kingdom and founded in 1957. It is estimated to have between 1,000 and 5,000 employees and revenue of roughly $1 billion to $5 billion, with the company's ownership structure not publicly listed. Its products serve industries including automotive, electric vehicles, electronics, renewable energy, and industrial equipment. In July 2026, ABB announced the acquisition of Rotork, a development that bears directly on the company's future ownership and product direction.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1957 |
Employees | 1,000-5,000 |
Revenue | $1-5B (estimated) |
Primary capability | Electronics & Software |
Certifications | ISO 9001 |
What Rotork makes
Rotork's catalog includes valves, pumps, and gears, and the company holds ISO 9001 certification.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Valve, Pump, Gear (source: rotork.com).
Certifications
Rotork is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 9001 — rotork.com
Trade and customs footprint
No customs trade data is available for Rotork, but ABB announced an acquisition of the company on 16 July 2026, the most recent development in the record. US customs bill-of-lading records list 6806 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including United Kingdom · China · Italy · Sri Lanka.
Latest developments
2026-09-03 — Results of Meetings | Company Announcement | Investegate (investegate.co.uk)
2026-08-07 — Made in UK: United Infrastructure and Rotork Mark Major Manufacturing Milestone with Highly Skilled British Workforce - United Infrastructure (unitedinfrastructure.com)
2026-08-04 — 2026 interim results | Company Announcement | Investegate (investegate.co.uk)
2026-07-16 — ABB expands automation offering with acquisition of Rotork | ABB (abb.com)
2026-02-05 — EtherNet/IP™ Add‑On Profile for seamless integration with Rockwell PLCs | Rotork (linkedin.com)
2025-11-19 — Trading Update | Company Announcement | Investegate (investegate.co.uk)
Company details
Rotork's revenue is an estimated band rather than a reported figure, and no specific customers are named in the record. Rotork was founded in 1957, and has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 69 years in operation (founded 1957). Holds ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Rotork make?
Rotork is a manufacturer of flow control and instrumentation equipment, including valve actuators, gearboxes, and control systems, headquartered in the United Kingdom and founded in 1957. It is estimated to have between 1,000 and 5,000 employees and revenue of roughly $1 billion to $5 billion, with the company's ownership structure not publicly listed. Its products serve industries including automotive, electric vehicles, electronics, renewable energy, and industrial equipment. In July 2026, ABB announced the acquisition of Rotork, a development that bears directly on the company's future ownership and product direction.
When was Rotork founded?
Rotork was founded in 1957.
How big is Rotork?
Rotork has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, with revenue in the $1-5B range (estimated).
What certifications does Rotork hold?
Rotork lists ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Rotork import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 6806 inbound shipments for Rotork, with top origins including United Kingdom · China · Italy · Sri Lanka.
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