Verified Nov 2026
Electronics & Software
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Basingstoke, England
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Since 1919
Volex plc is a UK manufacturer of power and data connectivity products, including interconnect cable assemblies, custom wire harnesses, PCB assembly, and EV charging solutions. Headquartered in Basingstoke, England, it was founded in 1919 and employs roughly 10,000 to 50,000 people, with estimated annual revenue of $1-5 billion. The company is privately held and serves the automotive, electric vehicle, electronics, appliance, medical, and military-defense sectors. In November 2025 it opened a new manufacturing plant in San Luis Potosí, Mexico.
Volex at a glance
Revenue
$1-5B
Est. band
Employees
10,000-50,000
Founded
1919
Headquarters
Basingstoke, England
Certifications
AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
4082
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Appliance
Medical
Military & Defense
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
4082
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
China · Hong Kong S.A.R. · Singapore · Vietnam
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Volex.
What this tells a buyer
Customs records show 4,082 shipments, with major supplier entities based in China and origins spanning Asia, Europe, North America, and South America.
The company holds AS9100, IATF 16949, ISO 13485, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications, and its product list includes wire harnesses, assemblies, electronics, and extrusion work.
Volex reported revenue of approximately $1,232.6 million in its most recent fiscal year, with organic growth of 14.2%.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
107 years in operation (founded 1919).
4,082 US import shipments on record.
Holds AS9100, IATF 16949, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Volex plc is a UK manufacturer of power and data connectivity products, including interconnect cable assemblies, custom wire harnesses, PCB assembly, and EV charging solutions. Headquartered in Basingstoke, England, it was founded in 1919 and employs roughly 10,000 to 50,000 people, with estimated annual revenue of $1-5 billion. The company is privately held and serves the automotive, electric vehicle, electronics, appliance, medical, and military-defense sectors. In November 2025 it opened a new manufacturing plant in San Luis Potosí, Mexico.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1919 |
Headquarters | Basingstoke, England |
Employees | 10,000-50,000 |
Revenue | $1-5B (estimated) |
Primary capability | Electronics & Software |
Certifications | AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 |
What Volex makes
The company holds AS9100, IATF 16949, ISO 13485, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications, and its product list includes wire harnesses, assemblies, electronics, and extrusion work.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Wire Harness, Assembly, Electronics, Extrusion, Plastic (source: volex.com).
Certifications
Volex is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
AS9100 — volex.com
IATF 16949 — volex.com
ISO 13485 — volex.com
ISO 14001 — volex.com
ISO 45001 — volex.com
ISO 9001 — volex.com
Trade and customs footprint
Customs records show 4,082 shipments, with major supplier entities based in China and origins spanning Asia, Europe, North America, and South America. US customs bill-of-lading records list 4082 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including China · Hong Kong S.A.R. · Singapore · Vietnam.
Latest developments
2026-10-29 — Will Volex’s complex plan to boost profits work? - Investors' Chronicle (investorschronicle.co.uk)
2026-08-25 — AGM Statement | Regulatory News (lse.co.uk)
2026-06-25 — Preliminary Group Results FY2026 | Company Announcement | Investegate (investegate.co.uk)
2025-11-25 — Volex Opens Manufacturing Plant in San Luis Potosi (mexicobusiness.news)
2025-11-24 — Volex Opens New State-of-the-Art Manufacturing Hub in San Luis Potosí, Mexico - Volex (volex.com)
2025-10-22 — Volex Executive Chairman Lord Rothschild on Strategic Transformation and Global Growth - Volex (volex.com)
Company details
Volex reported revenue of approximately $1,232.6 million in its most recent fiscal year, with organic growth of 14.2%. Volex was founded in 1919, has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, and is headquartered in Basingstoke, England. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 107 years in operation (founded 1919). 4,082 US import shipments on record. Holds AS9100, IATF 16949, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Volex make?
Volex plc is a UK manufacturer of power and data connectivity products, including interconnect cable assemblies, custom wire harnesses, PCB assembly, and EV charging solutions. Headquartered in Basingstoke, England, it was founded in 1919 and employs roughly 10,000 to 50,000 people, with estimated annual revenue of $1-5 billion. The company is privately held and serves the automotive, electric vehicle, electronics, appliance, medical, and military-defense sectors. In November 2025 it opened a new manufacturing plant in San Luis Potosí, Mexico.
Where is Volex headquartered?
Volex is headquartered in Basingstoke, England (Bond Close, Basingstoke, England, RG24 8).
When was Volex founded?
Volex was founded in 1919.
How big is Volex?
Volex has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, with revenue in the $1-5B range (estimated).
What certifications does Volex hold?
Volex lists AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Volex import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 4082 inbound shipments for Volex, with top origins including China · Hong Kong S.A.R. · Singapore · Vietnam.
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Location & contact
Phone
'+44 20 3370 8830
Certification
AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 13485 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001
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