Oerlikon is a global leader in material science engineering. Through the right combination of surface technologies, advanced materials, coating equipment, engineered components and advanced manufacturing, we help customers improve the performance, efficiency, durability and sustainability of their products and processes. Our technologies are often invisible to the end user, but mission-critical to the industries that power modern life: aerospace, energy, semiconductors, medical, luxury, tooling, automotive and general industries. Headquartered in Pfaeffikon, Switzerland, Oerlikon operates in 38 countries with a global workforce of around 10,000 people. In 2025, Oerlikon achieved sales of CHF 1.6 billion.
About Us
What does Oerlikon do?
We make products better
Oerlikon develops advanced materials and surface technologies that enhance performance, efficiency and durability across a wide range of industries.
We help customers reduce total costs
Oerlikon delivers solutions that extend service life and minimize maintenance, helping lower overall operating costs.
We protect components in extreme conditions
Oerlikon provides coatings and surface solutions that reduce wear, friction, heat and corrosion in demanding industrial environments.
We deliver integrated solutions
Oerlikon combines materials, equipment and services to create complete solutions across the entire value chain.
Facts and figures
150
+
Years of engineering innovation
10000
+
Employees shaping industrial innovation worldwide
38
Countries with local expertise and global reach
~
200
Locations supporting customers with local expertise
Corporate Governance
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Everyday innovation
Extraordinary innovation is a product of ordinary workdays at Oerlikon. The results have an impact on diverse markets, including tooling,…
Driving sustainability and innovation
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History
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Compliance
The corporate compliance function ensures adherence to legal, regulatory and internal requirements, as well as to Oerlikon's ethical standards. The function emphasizes preventative measures, training, education and consulting.
Procurement
Oerlikon has a centrally led procurement organization with a cross segment category management organization for both direct and indirect…
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