MANN+HUMMEL Celebrates 85th Anniversary

MANN+HUMMEL celebrated its 85th anniversary on Jan. 6, 2026, the company announced in a press release. "Our mission remains clear: By separating the useful from the harmful, we are delivering solutions for cleaner air, water, mobility, and industry," said Kurk Wilks, CEO of MANN+HUMMEL.

From its origins in automotive filtration, MANN+HUMMEL has expanded into diverse applications, including water treatment, air filtration, cleanroom technologies, digital solutions, and more, developing intelligent filtration and separation solutions across its two segments, Transportation and Life Sciences & Environment, and boasting over 250 patents in filtration media with an annual production of 75,000 tons of media.

Looking ahead, MANN+HUMMEL's strategy focuses on new investments in advanced filtration materials, innovations, digital platforms, and strengthening manufacturing and distribution capabilities across the globe.

“At 85 years young, the focus is on speed, agility, and innovation,” said Thomas Fischer, Chairman of MANN+HUMMEL. “Our vision is to lead the industry through filter media science and digitalization, delivering solutions that make life cleaner and better for generations to come. We’re accelerating innovation with 'China speed,' building customer-centric agility, and advancing cleaner air, water, mobility, and industry worldwide."