Largest Elevator Manufacturers

Overview: Largest Elevator Manufacturers

As of 2025, the largest elevator manufacturers globally are:

  1. Otis Elevator Company (USA) – One of the most well-known and largest elevator companies, Otis has been a leader in the industry for over 150 years, providing elevators, escalators, and moving walkways.
  2. Schindler Group (Switzerland) – A major global player, Schindler manufactures elevators, escalators, and moving walkways, serving both commercial and residential buildings worldwide.
  3. KONE Corporation (Finland) – A leading European elevator and escalator company, KONE is known for its innovation and energy-efficient solutions.
  4. Thyssenkrupp Elevator (Germany) – Part of Thyssenkrupp AG, this company was a major player in the elevator industry before its elevator division was sold to a consortium led by Advent International and Cinven in 2020.
  5. Mitsubishi Electric Elevators (Japan) – Mitsubishi Electric is a leading manufacturer of high-speed and high-tech elevators, commonly used in skyscrapers and commercial buildings.
  6. Hitachi Elevators (Japan) – Another Japanese company with a strong global presence, Hitachi produces high-speed elevators and escalators.
  7. Toshiba Elevators (Japan) – A well-known name in the elevator industry, Toshiba focuses on high-rise and high-speed elevator solutions.
  8. Fujitec (Japan) – A specialized elevator manufacturer with a strong presence in Asia, North America, and Europe.

These companies dominate the global elevator market, providing solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.