- CEO
- Olivier Biebuyck
- Full Time Employees
- 18,389
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Manufacturing - Metal Fabrication
- Address
- Bekaertstraat 2 Zwevegem VL Belgium 8550
- IPO Date
- Feb 3, 2012
- Business
- N.V. Bekaert S.A. is a global technology and market leader specializing in steel wire transformation and coating technologies. The company designs, manufactures, and supplies steel wire products and advanced coatings primarily used in the automotive, construction, energy, and industrial sectors. Its core product portfolio includes coated steel wire, steel cords for tires, prestressed concrete steel wire, and advanced metallic and polymer coatings. Bekaert also offers engineering products and solutions such as reinforcement wire for tires, wire for concrete reinforcement, and steel wire for various industrial applications. The company operates globally with significant presence in Europe, North America, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America, providing products and services to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), tire producers, construction companies, and industrial firms.
Founded in 1880 and headquartered in Zwevegem, Belgium, Bekaert has a longstanding history of innovation in wire technologies and coatings. In recent years, the company has undertaken strategic initiatives including partnerships to enhance sustainability in product offerings and the launch of new high-performance steel wire products tailored for electric vehicle tires and renewable energy infrastructure. Operational enhancements focus on expanding production capacity and improving eco-efficiency in manufacturing processes. No major name changes or reorganizations have been reported recently; however, Bekaert continues to align its product development and strategic goals with evolving market demands in automotive electrification, infrastructure resilience, and environmental sustainability.
Bekaert’s industry segments include advanced materials, automotive components, construction reinforcement, and energy solutions. Its customer base spans tire manufacturers, construction and infrastructure firms, energy sector companies, and various industrial markets worldwide. The company maintains subsidiaries and production sites globally to ensure localized manufacturing and supply chain efficiencies, supporting its comprehensive service and product delivery model across multiple geographic regions.
This profile reflects Bekaert’s position as a comprehensive supplier of steel wire transformation and coating technologies, adapting to modern market needs through innovation and partnerships, while maintaining its historical foundation and global operational footprint.