Verified Nov 2026
Thermal & Fluid Systems
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Dortmund, North Rhine-Westphalia
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Since 1872
Wilo, headquartered in Dortmund, Germany, manufactures pumps and thermal & fluid systems for water management, HVAC, and industrial applications. Founded in 1872, the company employs 5,000–10,000 people with estimated revenue of $1–5 billion. Wilo serves automotive, electric-vehicle, medical, and industrial-equipment sectors. Recent activity includes a majority stake acquisition in PreFab and an expanded partnership with DP World on sustainable water technology.
Wilo at a glance
Revenue
$1-5B
Est. band
Employees
5,000-10,000
Founded
1872
Headquarters
Dortmund, North Rhine-Westphalia
Certifications
ISO 14001
Import activity
1586
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Medical
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
1586
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
Germany · Taiwan · India · China
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Wilo.
What this tells a buyer
Customs records show 1,586 total shipments with Wilo-originating shipments from Germany accounting for 954, while the company sources from 14 countries including Taiwan, India, China, South Korea, Turkey, and the Netherlands.
The company manufactures pumps and semiconductor-related products with ISO 14001 certification and integrates digitalization and artificial intelligence for predictive maintenance and real-time monitoring.
Wilo is privately held and serves healthcare facilities, data centers, commercial buildings, and municipal water operators across multiple continents.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
154 years in operation (founded 1872).
1,586 US import shipments on record.
Holds ISO 14001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Wilo, headquartered in Dortmund, Germany, manufactures pumps and thermal & fluid systems for water management, HVAC, and industrial applications. Founded in 1872, the company employs 5,000–10,000 people with estimated revenue of $1–5 billion. Wilo serves automotive, electric-vehicle, medical, and industrial-equipment sectors. Recent activity includes a majority stake acquisition in PreFab and an expanded partnership with DP World on sustainable water technology.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1872 |
Headquarters | Dortmund, North Rhine-Westphalia |
Employees | 5,000-10,000 |
Revenue | $1-5B (estimated) |
Primary capability | Thermal & Fluid Systems |
Certifications | ISO 14001 |
What Wilo makes
The company manufactures pumps and semiconductor-related products with ISO 14001 certification and integrates digitalization and artificial intelligence for predictive maintenance and real-time monitoring.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Semiconductor, Pump (source: wilo-group.com).
Certifications
Wilo is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 14001 — wilo.com
Trade and customs footprint
Customs records show 1,586 total shipments with Wilo-originating shipments from Germany accounting for 954, while the company sources from 14 countries including Taiwan, India, China, South Korea, Turkey, and the Netherlands. US customs bill-of-lading records list 1586 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Germany · Taiwan · India · China.
Latest developments
2026-11-03 — Next Step in the AI Growth Market: Wilo Strengthens its Position in Japan | impeller.net - The Online Pump Magazine (impeller.net)
2026-10-14 — Industrial AI: Wilo and Capgemini are strengthening their collaboration on AI transformation | Wilo (wilo-group.com)
2026-06-17 — Solution expertise for the AI age: Wilo acquires majority stake in PreFab | Wilo (wilo-group.com)
2026-06-12 — Wilo and DP World expand partnership on sustainable water technology and smart logistics | Wilo (wilo-group.com)
2026-04-16 — Our Highlights: End-of-year-review 2025 | Wilo (wilo-group.com)
2026-03-26 — Wilo Group continues to grow profitably and takes next strategic step in its corporate development | Wilo (wilo-group.com)
Company details
Wilo is privately held and serves healthcare facilities, data centers, commercial buildings, and municipal water operators across multiple continents. Wilo was founded in 1872, has an estimated 5,000-10,000 employees, and is headquartered in Dortmund, North Rhine-Westphalia. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 154 years in operation (founded 1872). 1,586 US import shipments on record. Holds ISO 14001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Wilo make?
Wilo, headquartered in Dortmund, Germany, manufactures pumps and thermal & fluid systems for water management, HVAC, and industrial applications. Founded in 1872, the company employs 5,000–10,000 people with estimated revenue of $1–5 billion. Wilo serves automotive, electric-vehicle, medical, and industrial-equipment sectors. Recent activity includes a majority stake acquisition in PreFab and an expanded partnership with DP World on sustainable water technology.
Where is Wilo headquartered?
Wilo is headquartered in Dortmund, North Rhine-Westphalia (105 Nortkirchenstrasse, Dortmund, North Rhine-Westphalia, 44263).
When was Wilo founded?
Wilo was founded in 1872.
How big is Wilo?
Wilo has an estimated 5,000-10,000 employees, with revenue in the $1-5B range (estimated).
What certifications does Wilo hold?
Wilo lists ISO 14001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Wilo import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 1586 inbound shipments for Wilo, with top origins including Germany · Taiwan · India · China.
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