BORBET GmbH - Standort Hesborn

We are the world market leader in light alloy wheels.

BORBET GmbH, with its headquarters in Hallenberg-Hesborn and six other locations, is a leading manufacturer of light alloy wheels for the automotive industry and international specialist retailers. Founded in 1881 by Gustav Borbet, the company initially started out as a brass foundry in Altena. After establishing a new site in Hesborn in 1962, BORBET quickly developed into one of the most important producers of light alloy wheels by expanding production in the 1980s. With the introduction of the BORBET A-wheel in 1987, the company achieved worldwide success. The growing demand for high-quality alloy wheels quickly led to further investments and acquisitions at home and abroad to further expand the company. In addition, BORBET established itself as a renowned partner to the automotive industry thanks to its comprehensive expertise, flexibility and reliability. Afamily business and global automotive player, the company invests in state-of-the-art production facilities and relies on pioneering technologies to manufacture wheels of the highest quality. BORBET attaches great importance to durability, safety and sustainability. Through continuous research and technical development, BORBET remains at the forefront and drives the industry forward. BORBET plays an important role as a job engine in the region and contributes significantly to the economic development of South Westphalia with its commitment. The company creates jobs and trains skilled workers. With its global business relationships, BORBET offers a wide range of career opportunities in many different areas, making the family-owned company BORBET a reliable employer and a sought-after partner for the international automotive industry and the global specialist trade. Numerous awards from customers and renowned institutions are proof of BORBET’s passion for light metal.

WORLD MARKET LEADER PRODUCT/S

Light alloy wheels

Location

Hallenberg-Hesborn

Employees

World wide: 4000

Germany: 2770

South Westphalia: 1100

Sales Volume

2022: 1045 Mio. €

Milestones

1881

Founded by Gustav Borbet in Altena/Westphalia

1962

Peter Wilhelm Borbet founds the current company headquarters in Hallenberg-Hesborn

1977

Start of production of light alloy wheels

1987

Presentation of the BORBET A-wheel

1998

Construction and commissioning of the plant in Medebach

2008

Expansion of the main plant in Hallenberg-Hesborn

2017

Modernization and expansion of the training workshop in HSK

2024

Margot Borbet is Chairwoman of the Board of Trustees of the BORBET Foundation. Burkhard Plett becomes CEO of BORBET GmbH.

Contact

BORBET GmbH – Standort Hesborn
Hauptstraße 5
59969
Hallenberg-Hesborn
BORBET GmbH – Standort Medebach
Landwehr 1
59964
Medebach

Phone +49 2984 3010

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