Verified Nov 2026
Batteries & E-Mobility
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Waiblingen, Baden-Wuerttemberg
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Since 1926
Stihl (ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG) is a family-owned German manufacturer of motor-powered equipment, headquartered in Waiblingen, Baden-Wuerttemberg, and founded in 1926. The company employs an estimated 10,000 to 50,000 people, with estimated annual revenue between $5 and $10 billion. Its products serve automotive, construction, plumbing-hardware, renewable-energy, and industrial-equipment users. In May 2026, the company announced plans to expand its battery factory in Romania, which was reported at EUR 125 million.
Stihl at a glance
Revenue
$5-10B
Est. band
Employees
10,000-50,000
Founded
1926
Headquarters
Waiblingen, Baden-Wuerttemberg
Certifications
IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
79624
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Construction
Plumbing & Hardware
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
79624
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
Germany · Belgium · Italy · Brazil
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Stihl.
What this tells a buyer
Stihl announced in May 2026, as reported by Romania Insider, that it would expand its EUR 125 million battery factory in Romania.
The company holds IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 certifications, and its listed capabilities centre on batteries and e-mobility.
Stihl is privately held by its founding family, and its listed industries include automotive, electric vehicles, and renewable energy.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
100 years in operation (founded 1926).
Holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Stihl (ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG) is a family-owned German manufacturer of motor-powered equipment, headquartered in Waiblingen, Baden-Wuerttemberg, and founded in 1926. The company employs an estimated 10,000 to 50,000 people, with estimated annual revenue between $5 and $10 billion. Its products serve automotive, construction, plumbing-hardware, renewable-energy, and industrial-equipment users. In May 2026, the company announced plans to expand its battery factory in Romania, which was reported at EUR 125 million.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1926 |
Headquarters | Waiblingen, Baden-Wuerttemberg |
Employees | 10,000-50,000 |
Revenue | $5-10B (estimated) |
Primary capability | Batteries & E-Mobility |
Certifications | IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 |
What Stihl makes
The company holds IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 certifications, and its listed capabilities centre on batteries and e-mobility.
Certifications
Stihl is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
IATF 16949 — stihl.cloud
ISO 14001 — stihlusa.com
ISO 9001 — stihl.cloud
Trade and customs footprint
Stihl announced in May 2026, as reported by Romania Insider, that it would expand its EUR 125 million battery factory in Romania. US customs bill-of-lading records list 79624 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Germany · Belgium · Italy · Brazil.
Latest developments
2026-11-04 — Stihl und Haltermann entwickeln speziellen Bio-Kraftstoff - Speyer - DIE RHEINPFALZ (rheinpfalz.de)
2026-07-02 — STIHL: So sieht Standort-Treue 2026 aus (mybusinessfuture.com)
2026-05-21 — Stihl to expand its EUR 125 mln battery factory in Romania “at right time” | Romania Insider (romania-insider.com)
2026-05-21 — 14 takeaways from the Stihl press conference - Pro Landscaper USA (prolandscapermagazine.com)
2026-03-04 — STIHL Inc. partners with Mirakl to launch dealer-focused eCommerce platform with proven technology – Mirakl (mirakl.com)
2025-10-16 — STIHL strengthens its global network with the inauguration of its first battery-exclusive plant in Oradea, Romania (stihl.com)
Facilities
Stihl is headquartered in Waiblingen, Baden-Wuerttemberg. Public sources also reference these locations:
Romania — romania-insider.com
Oradea, Romania — stihl.com
Waiblingen, Germany — prolandscapermagazine.com
Company details
Stihl is privately held by its founding family, and its listed industries include automotive, electric vehicles, and renewable energy. Stihl was founded in 1926, has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, and is headquartered in Waiblingen, Baden-Wuerttemberg. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 100 years in operation (founded 1926). Holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Stihl make?
Stihl (ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG) is a family-owned German manufacturer of motor-powered equipment, headquartered in Waiblingen, Baden-Wuerttemberg, and founded in 1926. The company employs an estimated 10,000 to 50,000 people, with estimated annual revenue between $5 and $10 billion. Its products serve automotive, construction, plumbing-hardware, renewable-energy, and industrial-equipment users. In May 2026, the company announced plans to expand its battery factory in Romania, which was reported at EUR 125 million.
Where is Stihl headquartered?
Stihl is headquartered in Waiblingen, Baden-Wuerttemberg (115 Badstrasse, Waiblingen, Baden-Wuerttemberg, 71336).
When was Stihl founded?
Stihl was founded in 1926.
How big is Stihl?
Stihl has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, with revenue in the $5-10B range (estimated).
What certifications does Stihl hold?
Stihl lists IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Stihl import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 79624 inbound shipments for Stihl, with top origins including Germany · Belgium · Italy · Brazil.
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Location & contact
Phone
+49 421 907711077
Certification
IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001
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