January 7, 2026
MANN+HUMMEL Celebrates 85 Years of Filtration Leadership and Future-Ready Innovation
Headquater of MANN+HUMMEL in Ludwigsburg, Germany
January 6, 2026 – Ludwigsburg, Germany — MANN+HUMMEL celebrates its 85th anniversary today, marking a legacy of resilience and innovation that began in 1941. The company has grown into a global leader in filtration solutions, operating at more than 80 locations worldwide and employing over 21,000 people.
“Our mission remains clear: By Separating the useful from the harmful we are delivering solutions for cleaner air, water, mobility and industry,” said Kurk Wilks, President & CEO of MANN+HUMMEL Group.
From its origins in automotive filtration, MANN+HUMMEL has expanded into diverse applications, including water treatment, air filtration, cleanroom technologies, digital solutions and more, developing intelligent filtration and separation solutions across its two segments, Transportation and Life Sciences & Environment. With over 250 patents in filtration media and annual production of 75,000 tons of media, the company continues to set industry standards for precision and sustainability.
Looking ahead, MANN+HUMMEL’s strategy focuses on further expanding our leadership as the world’s most customer-centric filtration company, through investments in advanced filtration materials, innovations, digital platforms, and strengthening manufacturing and distribution capabilities across the globe.
“At 85 years young, the focus is on speed, agility, and innovation,” said Thomas Fischer, Chairman of MANN+HUMMEL. “Our vision is to lead the industry through filter media science and digitalization, delivering solutions that make life cleaner and better for generations to come. We’re accelerating innovation with “China speed,” building customer-centric agility, and advancing cleaner air, water, mobility, and industry worldwide.”
As global megatrends such as air pollution, water scarcity, and energy efficiency reshape industries, MANN+HUMMEL is positioned to lead through technology, sustainability, and customer-focused solutions for the next 85 years and beyond.
