# Contract manufacturers headquartered in Germany

Tamtam tracks 217 contract manufacturers headquartered in Germany. This list ranks the 50 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by AUMOVIO, Wacker Chemie AG and LSG Group. Their median headcount is 839. Half of them were founded in 1956 or later. The most common headquarters are Munich (3), Düsseldorf (2) and Hamburg (2).

This selection of large contract manufacturers in Germany shows a concentration in specialized industrial production. Companies like Wacker Chemie AG produce specialty chemicals, while Gerresheimer focuses on pharmaceutical containment solutions. Merck Life Science offers tools and services for pharmaceutical research, and Evotec specializes in drug discovery and development. These firms are primarily established mid-sized to large enterprises, many with a long operational history, indicating a mature industrial base.

A notable pattern among these companies is their geographical distribution, with several significant players headquartered in southern Germany, particularly in Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg. For instance, Wacker Chemie AG and Keenfinity Group are based in Munich, and Vetter Pharma operates from Ravensburg. This suggests a regional hub for advanced manufacturing and contract production.

🇩🇪 Germany · 50 companies · Updated Nov 11, 2026

| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [AUMOVIO](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/aumovio) (aumovio.com)<br>Provides innovative hardware, software, modern mobility solutions, and a wide range of mobility services, making future mobility safe, exciting, connected, and autonomous. | Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Frankfurt | 20,389 |  |
| 2 | [Wacker Chemie AG](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/wacker-chemie-ag) (wacker.com)<br>produces highly developed specialty products like silicones, polymers, pharmaceutical actives, and hyperpure silicon for various industrial, semiconductor, and solar applications. | Chemical Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Munich | 15,000 | 1914 |
| 3 | [LSG Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/lsg-group) (lsg-group.com)<br>Quality technology leader airline catering, onboard retail with two brands: global catering hospitality specialist, onboard retail product innovation. | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Neu-Isenburg | 9,031 |  |
| 4 | [Merck Life Science](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/merck-life-science) (sigmaaldrich.com)<br>Global science and technology company providing tools, services, and expertise for researchers in pharmaceutical development, manufacturing, and contract testing across various modalities | Biotechnology Research | 🇩🇪 Darmstadt | 8,700 | 1668 |
| 5 | [Evotec](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/evotec) (evotec.com)<br>A biotechnology company specializing in drug discovery and development through collaborative models, data-driven disease understanding, and a focus on patient impact | Biotechnology Research | 🇩🇪 Hamburg | 4,768 | 1993 |
| 6 | [Gerresheimer](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/gerresheimer) (gerresheimer.com)<br>Innovative provider of pharmaceutical containment solutions, drug delivery systems, and medical devices worldwide, ensuring safe drug delivery and administration to patients | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Düsseldorf | 3,768 | 1864 |
| 7 | [Vetter Pharma](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/vetter-pharma) (vetter-pharma.com)<br>Transforms active pharmaceutical ingredients into injectable medicines, providing aseptic manufacturing services for pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies globally, from development to patient delivery. | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Ravensburg | 2,496 | 1950 |
| 8 | [PAS](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/pas-neuruppin) (pas-net.com)<br>Global company specializing in human machine interfaces, wire harnesses, lighting solutions, and mechatronics for various industries Committed to sustainability and innovation | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Neuruppin | 1,938 | 1992 |
| 9 | [Merial](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/merial) (boehringer-ingelheim.com)<br>Company merged into Boehringer Ingelheim in 2016, no longer active under original name, follow new page for updates. | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Ingelheim am Rhein | 1,729 | 1997 |
| 10 | [Datwyler Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/datwyler-group) (datwyler.com)<br>Manufacturing system-critical elastomer components for healthcare, mobility, connectivity, industry, and food sectors with global market presence and technological leadership. | Industrial Machinery Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Altdorf | 1,678 |  |
| 11 | [Ypsomed AG](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ypsomed-ag) (ypsomed.com)<br>Development and manufacturing of injection systems and selfcare devices for liquid medication, partnering with pharma and biotech companies globally. | Medical Equipment Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Burgdorf | 1,637 | 1984 |
| 12 | [X-FAB](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/x-fab) (xfab.com)<br>Manufacturing analog and mixed-signal semiconductor wafers for automotive, industrial, consumer, and medical applications using advanced CMOS and BiCMOS processes. | Semiconductor Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Erfurt | 1,624 | 1992 |
| 13 | [Keenfinity Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/keenfinity-group) (keenfinity-group.com)<br>Provider of advanced video surveillance, intrusion detection, access control, and professional audio communication systems for global security and connectivity. | Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Munich | 1,548 |  |
| 14 | [Bosch Security and Safety Systems](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bosch-security-and-safety-systems) (keenfinity-group.com)<br>Design and manufacture of security and communication products including video surveillance, access control, intrusion alarms, and professional communication systems. | Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Munich | 1,543 | 1920 |
| 15 | [Preh Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/preh-group) (preh.com)<br>A global automotive supplier specializing in HMI systems for vehicles, e-mobility components, with over 7,500 employees and EUR 16 billion in sales | Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Bad Neustadt a. d. Saale | 1,482 | 1919 |
| 16 | [Aenova Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/aenova-group) (aenova-group.com)<br>Global pharmaceutical and healthcare company with a focus on developing and producing life-saving and life-enhancing products, impacting millions of patients worldwide | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Starnberg | 1,381 | 2008 |
| 17 | [BIT](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bit-schwalbach) (bit-as.com)<br>Designs, develops, manufactures, and services high-performance medical and life science diagnostic devices for clients, helping them improve and save lives globally. | Medical Equipment Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Schwalbach | 1,170 | 1976 |
| 18 | [VDL Nedcar](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/vdl-nedcar) (vdlnedcar.nl)<br>An independent car manufacturer in the Netherlands, building high-quality cars for 50 years, including models for BMW and a PHEV variant of the MINI Countryman | Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Born | 1,080 |  |
| 19 | [Aalberts surface technologies](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/aalberts-surface-technologies) (aalberts-st.com)<br>Engineering and providing heat treatment, surface treatment, and specialized machining services across multiple global locations for various industries. | Industrial Machinery Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Kerpen | 1,065 |  |
| 20 | [Diehl Controls](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/diehl-controls) (diehl.com)<br>The company supplies electronic systems for washing machines, heat pumps, refrigerators, battery systems, and IoT products, offering customized solutions and digitizing products with Industrial IoT. | Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Wangen | 897 | 1945 |
| 21 | [Variosystems](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/variosystems) (variosystems.com)<br>Internationally recognized electronics services partner specializing in development, production, and life-cycle management of electronics solutions for leading innovators worldwide | Electrical Equipment Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Steinach | 920 | 1993 |
| 22 | [Rentschler Biopharma](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/rentschler-biopharma) (rentschler-biopharma.com)<br>Leading CDMO specializing in biopharmaceutical process development, manufacturing, and consulting services with a focus on quality, productivity, and strategic alliances | Biotechnology Research | 🇩🇪 Laupheim | 905 | 1927 |
| 23 | [Glatt Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/glatt-group) (glatt.com)<br>Global provider of fluidized bed technology and integrated process solutions, developing solid dosage forms, manufacturing granulates, and engineering turnkey production plants. | Machinery Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Binzen | 874 | 1954 |
| 24 | [medac group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/medac-group) (medac-group.com)<br>Global pharmaceutical company providing high-quality, innovative treatments in rheumatology, urology, hematology, and oncology with patient-focused research. | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Wedel (Holstein) | 845 | 1970 |
| 25 | [Axplora](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/axplora) (axplora.com)<br>Manufacturing active pharmaceutical ingredients and providing CDMO solutions for small molecule and biomolecular drugs across multiple global sites. | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Raubling | 839 |  |
| 26 | [Schwarz Produktion](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/schwarz-produktion) (schwarz-produktion.com)<br>Leading German food producer specializing in recycling for retail, delivering food, sustainable materials, and packaging with a focus on quality and sustainability | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Weißenfels | 770 | 1998 |
| 27 | [KRÜGER GROUP](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/kruger-group) (krueger-group.com)<br>A global family-owned company in the food industry, operating in six sectors, focused on creating the highest level of enjoyment through their products | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Bergisch Gladbach | 731 |  |
| 28 | [framas](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/framas) (framas.com)<br>This company specializes in supporting footwear creation teams to meet design, sustainability, profitability, and performance goals simultaneously through technical expertise and knowledge sharing | Footwear Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Pirmasens | 708 | 1948 |
| 29 | [EBZ Gruppe](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ebz-gruppe) (ebz-group.com)<br>EBZ Group is a top automotive supplier known for quality engineering, tooling, and plant construction, with a focus on growth and diverse job opportunities | Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Ravensburg | 700 | 1921 |
| 30 | [Dilg GmbH](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dilg-gmbh) (dilg-gmbh.de)<br>We manufacture and deliver reliable, quality-conscious solutions at fair prices, with modern planning and innovative installation services Benefit from our expertise | Government Administration | 🇩🇪 Neuburg a.d. Donau | 699 |  |
| 31 | [Heitkamp & Thumann Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/heitkamp-and-thumann-group) (ht-group.com)<br>A leading global partner for precision formed metal and plastic components, with a focus on efficiency, quality, and innovation | Machinery Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Düsseldorf | 689 | 1978 |
| 32 | [Stern-Wywiol Gruppe](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/stern-wywiol-gruppe) (stern-wywiol-gruppe.de)<br>Group of specialist companies producing functional systems and ingredients for food and feed, supported by a central technology research center. | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Hamburg | 648 | 1980 |
| 33 | [RAFI Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/rafi-group) (rafi-group.com)<br>Develops, designs, produces, and markets powerful human-machine communication solutions, ranging from simple keys to complex touch systems, offered as standard or custom solutions. | Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Berg | 656 | 1900 |
| 34 | [Nuvisan](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/nuvisan) (nuvisan.com)<br>A European contract research and development organization with over 40 years of experience, offering integrated solutions in drug discovery, development, and manufacturing | Biotechnology Research | 🇩🇪 Neu-Ulm | 639 | 1989 |
| 35 | [Rhenus Automotive](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/rhenus-automotive) (rhenus.group)<br>Provider of smart solutions for automotive logistics, including sequenced parts supply, ready-to-install module assembly, and complete vehicle assembly Passionate and sustainable approach | Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Holzwickede | 625 |  |
| 36 | [CABB](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cabb) (cabb-chemicals.com)<br>A leading CDMO producing complex molecules for crop sciences, life sciences, and performance materials industries with six global production sites | Chemical Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Sulzbach am Taunus | 588 | 2003 |
| 37 | [dalli-group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dalli-group) (dalli-group.com)<br>A sixth-generation family-owned company with over 175 years of history, specializing in high-quality and sustainable FMCG products in Personal Care and Home Care markets | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Stolberg | 576 | 1845 |
| 38 | [TQ-Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tq-group) (tq-group.com)<br>A technology company with over 1,400 employees producing electronic assemblies for various industries, offering modular solutions and focusing on work-life balance | Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Seefeld | 568 | 1994 |
| 39 | [BABOR BEAUTY GROUP](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/babor-beauty-group) (babor-beauty-group.com)<br>Family-owned German company, global player in cosmetics, developing individual skincare products for all needs, with own labs and production facilities. | Personal Care Product Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Aachen | 566 | 1956 |
| 40 | [Rommelag](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/rommelag) (rommelag.com)<br>Invents, develops, and builds bottelpack machines for aseptic filling of liquids and semisolids, primarily for pharmaceutical, chemical, and food industries. | Packaging and Containers Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Sulzbach-Laufen | 358 | 1952 |
| 41 | [KATEK GROUP](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/katek-group) (katek-group.de)<br>Integration of experts across the electronics value chain to develop and enable advanced electronic systems for future smart technologies. | Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 München | 511 |  |
| 42 | [UX Gruppe](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ux-gruppe) (ux-gruppe.de)<br>High-tech service provider creating products with positive impact, leveraging broad expertise and technologies for smart product development, production, and operation. | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Gilching | 500 | 1975 |
| 43 | [IDT Biologika](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/idt-biologika) (idt-biologika.com)<br>A full-service CDMO specializing in viral vaccines, cell & gene therapeutics, and biologics, providing process development, manufacturing, packaging, and analytical services | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Dessau-Roßlau | 499 | 1921 |
| 44 | [Edelmann Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/edelmann-group) (edelmann-group.com)<br>Develops, produces, and sells high-quality packaging solutions like folding cartons, rigid boxes, and labels, enhancing brands for beauty, health, and consumer markets. | Packaging and Containers Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Heidenheim | 480 | 1913 |
| 45 | [PSZ electronic GmbH](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/psz-electronic-gmbh) (psz-electronic.com)<br>An electrical and electronic manufacturing company located in Vohenstrauß, Germany, specializing in producing a variety of electronic products | Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Vohenstrauß | 478 |  |
| 46 | [BMK Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bmk-group) (bmk-group.de)<br>Offers comprehensive electronic engineering and manufacturing services, covering development, production, and end-of-life management for electronic assemblies and complete devices, including logistics and supply chain. | Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Augsburg | 501 | 1994 |
| 47 | [Hekatron](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/hekatron) (hekatron.de)<br>The company specializes in developing products, systems, and services for fire protection, manufacturing high-quality electronics components, and providing comprehensive support as a 360° partner | Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Sulzburg bei Freiburg | 447 |  |
| 48 | [SAM GmbH](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sam-gmbh) (sam-ger.com)<br>Develops and produces motorized actuators, fluid valves, and hydraulic applications alongside complex machined parts as a contract manufacturer for high-demand industrial sectors. | Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Bad Tölz | 428 | 1974 |
| 49 | [STI Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sti-group) (sti-group.com)<br>Design and manufacture of customized cardboard and corrugated packaging, including folding boxes, gift packaging, retail ready and transport boxes. | Packaging and Containers Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Lauterbach | 404 | 1879 |
| 50 | [Rottendorf Pharma](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/rottendorf-pharma) (rottendorf.com)<br>A leading contract development and manufacturing organization specializing in formulating, manufacturing, and packaging solid oral dosage forms for pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies worldwide | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇩🇪 Ennigerloh | 394 | 1928 |

## How this list is built

Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 11, 2026.

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- [Contract manufacturers in North Rhine-Westphalia](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/contract-manufacturers-north-rhine-westphalia) (36)

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