Verified Nov 2026
Batteries & E-Mobility
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Newark, Delaware
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Since 1958
W. L. Gore & Associates is a materials science company headquartered in Newark, Delaware, founded in 1958. It employs roughly 10,000 to 50,000 people and has an estimated annual revenue of $5 to 10 billion, and it is privately held. The company serves automotive, electric-vehicle, electronics, medical, military-defense, and plumbing-hardware industries. In October 2026 it launched GORE Battery Vents - MultiVent Series, a battery venting product presented at The Battery Show.
W. L. Gore & Associates at a glance
Revenue
$5-10B
Est. band
Employees
10,000-50,000
Founded
1958
Headquarters
Newark, Delaware
Certifications
AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 9001
Import activity
506
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Medical
Military & Defense
Plumbing & Hardware
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
506
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
United Kingdom · South Korea · Germany · Japan
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from W. L. Gore & Associates.
What this tells a buyer
Customs records show 506 shipments linked to the company, with origins including the United Kingdom, South Korea, Germany, Japan, and Costa Rica.
The company holds AS9100, IATF 16949, and ISO 9001 certifications and works with expanded PTFE-based materials, including membrane and filtration technologies.
In January 2026 the company announced plans to acquire Conformal Medical to expand its endovascular treatment offerings.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
68 years in operation (founded 1958).
506 US import shipments on record.
Holds AS9100, IATF 16949, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
W. L. Gore & Associates is a materials science company headquartered in Newark, Delaware, founded in 1958. It employs roughly 10,000 to 50,000 people and has an estimated annual revenue of $5 to 10 billion, and it is privately held. The company serves automotive, electric-vehicle, electronics, medical, military-defense, and plumbing-hardware industries. In October 2026 it launched GORE Battery Vents - MultiVent Series, a battery venting product presented at The Battery Show.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1958 |
Headquarters | Newark, Delaware |
Employees | 10,000-50,000 |
Revenue | $5-10B (estimated) |
Primary capability | Batteries & E-Mobility |
Certifications | AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 9001 |
What W. L. Gore & Associates makes
The company holds AS9100, IATF 16949, and ISO 9001 certifications and works with expanded PTFE-based materials, including membrane and filtration technologies.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Battery, Electronics, Emissions, LED, Steering (source: gore.com).
Certifications
W. L. Gore & Associates is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
AS9100 — gore.com
IATF 16949 — gore.com
ISO 9001 — dqsglobal.com
Trade and customs footprint
Customs records show 506 shipments linked to the company, with origins including the United Kingdom, South Korea, Germany, Japan, and Costa Rica. US customs bill-of-lading records list 506 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including United Kingdom · South Korea · Germany · Japan.
Latest developments
2026-10-12 — W. L. Gore & Associates Launches GORE® Battery Vents - MultiVent Series at the Battery Show (tmcnet.com)
2026-03-11 — Gore Expands Leadership in Membrane Chromatography with Next-Generation Affinity Solutions | Gore (gore.com)
2026-01-05 — W. L. Gore & Associates to Acquire Conformal Medical, Expanding its Presence in Endovascular Treatments | Gore (gore.com)
2025-12-09 — W. L. Gore & Associates Advances Its Emissions Reduction Efforts with Constellation’s Hourly Carbon-Free Energy Matching Offering | Gore (gore.com)
2025-11-25 — Gore Launches Shanghai Battery Lab to Accelerate Breakthroughs in Battery Technology | Gore (gore.com)
2025-06-11 — Advanced Conversion and W. L. Gore & Associates jointly announce the start of volume production of High Temp Capacitors - Advanced Conversion (advanced-conversion.com)
Company details
In January 2026 the company announced plans to acquire Conformal Medical to expand its endovascular treatment offerings. W. L. Gore & Associates was founded in 1958, has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, and is headquartered in Newark, Delaware. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 68 years in operation (founded 1958). 506 US import shipments on record. Holds AS9100, IATF 16949, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does W. L. Gore & Associates make?
W. L. Gore & Associates is a materials science company headquartered in Newark, Delaware, founded in 1958. It employs roughly 10,000 to 50,000 people and has an estimated annual revenue of $5 to 10 billion, and it is privately held. The company serves automotive, electric-vehicle, electronics, medical, military-defense, and plumbing-hardware industries. In October 2026 it launched GORE Battery Vents - MultiVent Series, a battery venting product presented at The Battery Show.
Where is W. L. Gore & Associates headquartered?
W. L. Gore & Associates is headquartered in Newark, Delaware (1901 Barksdale Road, Newark, Delaware, 19711).
When was W. L. Gore & Associates founded?
W. L. Gore & Associates was founded in 1958.
How big is W. L. Gore & Associates?
W. L. Gore & Associates has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, with revenue in the $5-10B range (estimated).
What certifications does W. L. Gore & Associates hold?
W. L. Gore & Associates lists AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does W. L. Gore & Associates import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 506 inbound shipments for W. L. Gore & Associates, with top origins including United Kingdom · South Korea · Germany · Japan.
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Location & contact
Phone
'+1 302-738-4880
Certification
AS9100 · IATF 16949 · ISO 9001
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