We are Robert Bosch GmbH, commonly known as Bosch, a German multinational engineering and technology company founded by Robert Bosch in Stuttgart in 1886. Our headquarters are located in Gerlingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. Bosch is primarily owned by the Robert Bosch Stiftung, a charitable foundation dedicated to health and social causes unrelated to our core business.
Our operations span four main business sectors: mobility solutions combining hardware and software, consumer goods such as household appliances and power tools, industrial technology including drive and control systems, and energy and building technology. We hold the distinction of being the world’s largest automotive supplier by revenue.
With a vast network of over 468 subsidiaries and regional entities, Bosch operates globally in more than 60 countries, supported by approximately 90,100 associates at 125 locations worldwide dedicated to research and development. This extensive international presence enables us to deliver innovation and service across nearly every country.
Our commitment to innovation is exhibited through initiatives such as the Bosch Connectory in London, a co-innovation space fostering collaboration spanning from startups to multinational corporations. Furthermore, Bosch maintains substantial operations in various countries, including manufacturing facilities and sales offices.
At Bosch, our mission is captured in our tagline “Invented for life,” reflecting our dedication to creating technology that improves quality of life and drives progress across multiple sectors globally.
We maintain our corporate communication and management from our Gerlingen headquarters, reachable at +49 711 400 40990, and abide by our core values focused on sustainability, innovation, and social responsibility.