Verified Nov 2026
Batteries & E-Mobility
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Salem, Stockholm County
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Since 1891
Scania is a Swedish manufacturer of heavy trucks, buses, and industrial and marine engines, headquartered in Salem, Stockholm County, Sweden. Founded in 1891, it employs between 50,000 and 100,000 people, with an estimated annual revenue above $10 billion. It is a subsidiary of TRATON Group, part of the Volkswagen Group. The company serves the automotive, electric vehicle, construction, renewable energy, and industrial equipment sectors. In a recent development, it announced plans with Toyota to test hydrogen fuel cell technology in heavy-duty transport.
Scania at a glance
Revenue
$10B+
Est. band
Employees
50,000-100,000
Founded
1891
Headquarters
Salem, Stockholm County
Certifications
IATF 16949 · ISO 9001
Import activity
7557
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Appliance
Construction
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
7557
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
China · Germany · India · Singapore
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Scania.
What this tells a buyer
Scania's customs records show 7,557 shipments with origins spanning more than 20 countries, led by China, Germany, and India.
Scania holds IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 certifications and lists batteries and e-mobility as its primary capability.
In June 2026, a Scania investment project for electric truck production in France was announced, and in February 2026 Nordisk Renting acquired Scania's Finnish headquarters.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
135 years in operation (founded 1891).
7,557 US import shipments on record.
Holds IATF 16949, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Scania is a Swedish manufacturer of heavy trucks, buses, and industrial and marine engines, headquartered in Salem, Stockholm County, Sweden. Founded in 1891, it employs between 50,000 and 100,000 people, with an estimated annual revenue above $10 billion. It is a subsidiary of TRATON Group, part of the Volkswagen Group. The company serves the automotive, electric vehicle, construction, renewable energy, and industrial equipment sectors. In a recent development, it announced plans with Toyota to test hydrogen fuel cell technology in heavy-duty transport.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1891 |
Headquarters | Salem, Stockholm County |
Employees | 50,000-100,000 |
Revenue | $10B+ (estimated) |
Primary capability | Batteries & E-Mobility |
Certifications | IATF 16949 · ISO 9001 |
What Scania makes
Scania holds IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 certifications and lists batteries and e-mobility as its primary capability.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include LED, Steel, Assembly (source: scania.com).
Certifications
Scania is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
IATF 16949 — scania.com
ISO 9001 — scania.com
Trade and customs footprint
Scania's customs records show 7,557 shipments with origins spanning more than 20 countries, led by China, Germany, and India. US customs bill-of-lading records list 7557 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including China · Germany · India · Singapore.
Latest developments
2026-09-07 — Toyota and Scania collaborate to test hydrogen fuel cell technology in heavy-duty transport (toyota.eu)
2026-06-01 — Choose France : Philippe Tabarot et Sébastien Martin annoncent un projet d’investissement du groupe suédois Scania pour la production de camions électriques en France – Presse – Ministère des Finances (gouv.fr)
2026-03-16 — Scania Groningen zet koers naar de toekomst met start bouw nieuwbouwvestiging | Scania Nederland (scania.com)
2026-02-09 — Nordisk Renting extends cooperation with Scania by acquisition of Scania’s Finnish Headquarters - Nordisk Renting (nordiskrenting.com)
2025-10-15 — Scania marks historic milestone with new global industrial hub in China | Scania Asia (scania.com)
2025-10-01 — Scania fortsätter att satsa i Oskarshamn | Scania Produktion Oskarshamn (scania.com)
Facilities
Scania is headquartered in Salem, Stockholm County. Public sources also reference these locations:
China — scania.com
Vantaa, Finland — nordiskrenting.com
Company details
In June 2026, a Scania investment project for electric truck production in France was announced, and in February 2026 Nordisk Renting acquired Scania's Finnish headquarters. Scania was founded in 1891, has an estimated 50,000-100,000 employees, and is headquartered in Salem, Stockholm County. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 135 years in operation (founded 1891). 7,557 US import shipments on record. Holds IATF 16949, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Scania make?
Scania is a Swedish manufacturer of heavy trucks, buses, and industrial and marine engines, headquartered in Salem, Stockholm County, Sweden. Founded in 1891, it employs between 50,000 and 100,000 people, with an estimated annual revenue above $10 billion. It is a subsidiary of TRATON Group, part of the Volkswagen Group. The company serves the automotive, electric vehicle, construction, renewable energy, and industrial equipment sectors. In a recent development, it announced plans with Toyota to test hydrogen fuel cell technology in heavy-duty transport.
Where is Scania headquartered?
Scania is headquartered in Salem, Stockholm County.
When was Scania founded?
Scania was founded in 1891.
How big is Scania?
Scania has an estimated 50,000-100,000 employees, with revenue in the $10B+ range (estimated).
What certifications does Scania hold?
Scania lists IATF 16949 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Scania import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 7557 inbound shipments for Scania, with top origins including China · Germany · India · Singapore.
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