Verified Nov 2026
Electronics & Software
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Friedrichshafen, Baden-Wuerttemberg
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Since
ZF Lifetec is an electronics and software company headquartered in Friedrichshafen, Germany, serving the automotive, electric-vehicle, electronics, renewable-energy, and industrial-equipment sectors. The company reports an employee band of 10,000 to 50,000 and a revenue band of $5 to 10 billion, though these are estimates and it is privately held. Its own-made product lines include assembly, steering, and interior components. In October 2025 it opened a technology center in Washington, Michigan, according to ZF LIFETEC's public announcements.
ZF Lifetec at a glance
Revenue
$5-10B
Est. band
Employees
10,000-50,000
Headquarters
Friedrichshafen, Baden-Wuerttemberg
Certifications
IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
1611
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
1611
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
Germany · Iceland · Belgium · Mexico
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from ZF Lifetec.
What this tells a buyer
Customs records list 1,611 shipments associated with the company, with origins including Germany, Iceland, Belgium, Mexico, China, Brazil, and Italy.
The company holds IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 certifications, and its web-listed products include assembly, steering, and interior systems.
ZF Lifetec is reported as a supplier to ZF, and public sources list a facility in Morocco among its locations.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
1,611 US import shipments on record.
Holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
ZF Lifetec is an electronics and software company headquartered in Friedrichshafen, Germany, serving the automotive, electric-vehicle, electronics, renewable-energy, and industrial-equipment sectors. The company reports an employee band of 10,000 to 50,000 and a revenue band of $5 to 10 billion, though these are estimates and it is privately held. Its own-made product lines include assembly, steering, and interior components. In October 2025 it opened a technology center in Washington, Michigan, according to ZF LIFETEC's public announcements.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Headquarters | Friedrichshafen, Baden-Wuerttemberg |
Employees | 10,000-50,000 |
Revenue | $5-10B (estimated) |
Primary capability | Electronics & Software |
Certifications | IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 |
What ZF Lifetec makes
The company holds IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 certifications, and its web-listed products include assembly, steering, and interior systems.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Assembly, Steering, Interior (source: zf-lifetec.com).
Certifications
ZF Lifetec is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
IATF 16949 — zf-lifetec.com
ISO 14001 — zf-lifetec.com
ISO 9001 — zf-lifetec.com
Trade and customs footprint
Customs records list 1,611 shipments associated with the company, with origins including Germany, Iceland, Belgium, Mexico, China, Brazil, and Italy. US customs bill-of-lading records list 1611 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Germany · Iceland · Belgium · Mexico.
Known customers
The counterparties below come from public sources that state the relationship directly. A shared counterparty does not by itself establish a current buying relationship unless the source says so:
ZF — reported by voestalpine.com
Latest developments
2026-09-28 — Global Footprint Award 2026: ZF LIFETEC Honors voestalpine Rotec Group for Its Strong Global Presence - voestalpine Rotec (voestalpine.com)
2026-09-25 — Claudia Holtkemper assumes responsibility for the Finance function at ZF LIFETEC | ZF LIFETEC (zf-lifetec.com)
2026-03-24 — Capacity Expansion Project at Xi’an Plant | ZF LIFETEC (linkedin.com)
2026-03-20 — ZF launches news program in Xi'an-en.xa.gov.cn (xa.gov.cn)
2025-10-06 — ZF LIFETEC Opens State-of-the-Art Technology Center in Washington, Michigan - ZF (zf.com)
2025-08-18 — ZF Lifetec begins one-piece woven airbags at expanded facility in mainland China - Automotive Technology Insight | Forecasts | Industry News | Supply Chain (spglobal.com)
Facilities
ZF Lifetec is headquartered in Friedrichshafen, Baden-Wuerttemberg. Public sources also reference these locations:
Morocco — zf-lifetec.com
Company details
ZF Lifetec is reported as a supplier to ZF, and public sources list a facility in Morocco among its locations. ZF Lifetec has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, and is headquartered in Friedrichshafen, Baden-Wuerttemberg. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 1,611 US import shipments on record. Holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does ZF Lifetec make?
ZF Lifetec is an electronics and software company headquartered in Friedrichshafen, Germany, serving the automotive, electric-vehicle, electronics, renewable-energy, and industrial-equipment sectors. The company reports an employee band of 10,000 to 50,000 and a revenue band of $5 to 10 billion, though these are estimates and it is privately held. Its own-made product lines include assembly, steering, and interior components. In October 2025 it opened a technology center in Washington, Michigan, according to ZF LIFETEC's public announcements.
Where is ZF Lifetec headquartered?
ZF Lifetec is headquartered in Friedrichshafen, Baden-Wuerttemberg.
How big is ZF Lifetec?
ZF Lifetec has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, with revenue in the $5-10B range (estimated).
What certifications does ZF Lifetec hold?
ZF Lifetec lists IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does ZF Lifetec import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 1611 inbound shipments for ZF Lifetec, with top origins including Germany · Iceland · Belgium · Mexico.
Who are ZF Lifetec's customers?
Public sources directly reference ZF as a counterparty of ZF Lifetec. Confirm current programs with the company, as reported relationships may change.
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Location & contact
Phone
'+49 86 389650
Certification
IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 9001
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