Verified Nov 2026
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Winterthur, Zurich
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Since 1834
Sulzer AG manufactures pumping solutions, rotating equipment, and fluid engineering systems for oil and gas, power generation, water, chemicals, and food and beverage industries. Headquartered in Winterthur, Switzerland, and founded in 1834, the company employs 10,000–50,000 people with estimated revenue of $1–5 billion. It operates approximately 160–180 facilities across over 40 countries and announced in January 2026 the launch of a global Water Treatment Center of Excellence to deliver integrated water solutions.
Sulzer at a glance
Revenue
$1-5B
Est. band
Employees
10,000-50,000
Founded
1834
Headquarters
Winterthur, Zurich
Certifications
ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
5393
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Construction
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
Consumer Goods
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
5393
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
Belgium · South Korea · China · Brazil

Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Sulzer.
What this tells a buyer
Customs records show 5,393 shipments from Sulzer entities and affiliates, with primary origins in Belgium, South Korea, China, Brazil, Germany, and the Netherlands, indicating distributed manufacturing and supply chain activity across multiple regions.
The company holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications and manufactures pumps, compressors, machining equipment, welding systems, and emissions-control products.
Sulzer is privately held and serves automotive, electric vehicle, construction, renewable energy, and industrial equipment sectors globally.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
192 years in operation (founded 1834).
5,393 US import shipments on record.
Holds ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Sulzer AG manufactures pumping solutions, rotating equipment, and fluid engineering systems for oil and gas, power generation, water, chemicals, and food and beverage industries. Headquartered in Winterthur, Switzerland, and founded in 1834, the company employs 10,000–50,000 people with estimated revenue of $1–5 billion. It operates approximately 160–180 facilities across over 40 countries and announced in January 2026 the launch of a global Water Treatment Center of Excellence to deliver integrated water solutions.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1834 |
Headquarters | Winterthur, Zurich |
Employees | 10,000-50,000 |
Revenue | $1-5B (estimated) |
Certifications | ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 |
What Sulzer makes
The company holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications and manufactures pumps, compressors, machining equipment, welding systems, and emissions-control products.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Machining, Mold, Pump, Emissions, Welding, Steel, Assembly, LED (source: sulzer.com).
Certifications
Sulzer is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 14001 — sulzer.com
ISO 45001 — sulzer.com
ISO 9001 — sulzer.com
Trade and customs footprint
Customs records show 5,393 shipments from Sulzer entities and affiliates, with primary origins in Belgium, South Korea, China, Brazil, Germany, and the Netherlands, indicating distributed manufacturing and supply chain activity across multiple regions. US customs bill-of-lading records list 5393 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Belgium · South Korea · China · Brazil.
Latest developments
2026-07-28 — Sulzer : Midyear report 2026 | MarketScreener (marketscreener.com)
2026-07-07 — Sulzer’s Technology, Engineering Services Selected for New Chemical Recycling Facility (process-worldwide.com)
2026-04-24 — Sulzer and Aramco Forge Strategic Long Term Global Procurement Partnership | Oil Gas Technology (oilgastechnology.com)
2026-01-22 — Sulzer launches global Water Treatment Center of Excellence for integrated water solutions | Sulzer (sulzer.com)
2025-11-28 — Sulzer scales up India presence with high-tech global services hub in Pune - The Economic Times (indiatimes.com)
2025-11-21 — Sulzer strengthens water segment with acquisition of Danish pump rental firm – Smart Water Magazine (smartwatermagazine.com)
Facilities
Sulzer is headquartered in Winterthur, Zurich. Public sources also reference these locations:
Winterthur, Switzerland — sulzer.com
Company details
Sulzer is privately held and serves automotive, electric vehicle, construction, renewable energy, and industrial equipment sectors globally. Sulzer was founded in 1834, has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, and is headquartered in Winterthur, Zurich. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 192 years in operation (founded 1834). 5,393 US import shipments on record. Holds ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Sulzer do?
Sulzer AG manufactures pumping solutions, rotating equipment, and fluid engineering systems for oil and gas, power generation, water, chemicals, and food and beverage industries. Headquartered in Winterthur, Switzerland, and founded in 1834, the company employs 10,000–50,000 people with estimated revenue of $1–5 billion. It operates approximately 160–180 facilities across over 40 countries and announced in January 2026 the launch of a global Water Treatment Center of Excellence to deliver integrated water solutions.
Where is Sulzer headquartered?
Sulzer is headquartered in Winterthur, Zurich (15 Neuwiesenstrasse, Winterthur, Zurich, 8400).
When was Sulzer founded?
Sulzer was founded in 1834.
How big is Sulzer?
Sulzer has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, with revenue in the $1-5B range (estimated).
What certifications does Sulzer hold?
Sulzer lists ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Sulzer import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 5393 inbound shipments for Sulzer, with top origins including Belgium · South Korea · China · Brazil.
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Location & contact
Phone
'+41 52 262 30 00
Certification
ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001
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