Forvia
- Company typePublic
- Founded2022
- HeadquartersNanterre, France
- Headcount5,001–10,000
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
Forvia firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Forvia
- Legal name
- FORVIA SE
- Website
- https://forvia.com
- Company type
- Public
- Founded year
- 2022
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 5,001–10,000 employees
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Forvia industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Automotive Technology Systems
- NAICS
- Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing (3363), Motor Vehicle Seating and Interior Trim Manufacturing (336360), Motor Vehicle Seating and Interior Trim Manufacturing (33636), Motor Vehicle Electrical and Electronic Equipment Manufacturing (33632), Motor Vehicle Electrical and Electronic Equipment Manufacturing (336320), Other Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing (33639)
- SIC
- Motor Vehicle Parts & Accessories (3714), Electronic Components & Accessories (3670)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Automotive Interior Comfort & Convenience Components Manufacturing (Armrests/Cupholders/Storage/Interior Hardware) (IMACAKAJ)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Automotive Lighting Assemblies Manufacturing (Headlamps/Taillamps/Interior Lamps/DRLs) (IMACAKAG), Passenger Vehicle Electrical & Electronics Manufacturing (ICE) (IMACAAAK), Aftermarket Exhaust & Emissions Components Manufacturing (Mufflers/Catalysts/DPF/EGR) (IMACANAE), Aftermarket Tools, Equipment & Garage Accessories Manufacturing (Jacks/Lifts/Diagnostic Tools/Compressors) (IMACANAM), Aftermarket Electronics & Infotainment Accessories Manufacturing (Audio/Navigation/Dash Cams/Alarms/Remote Start) (IMACANAH)
Keywords
Where Forvia is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Nanterre
- HQ country
- France
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices6 records
Markets served
Forvia business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Others
Revenue model
- Automotive Technology Systems Sales: Revenue generated from sale of automotive components and systems including seating, interiors, clean mobility, electronics, lighting, and lifecycle solutions to automotive OEMs worldwide
- Lifecycle Solutions: Aftermarket sales of spare parts, wear parts, accessories, and workshop equipment including diagnostics, testing and adjusting tools through FORVIA HELLA's Lifecycle Solutions business
- Technology Licensing: Licensing of proprietary automotive technologies including hydrogen storage systems, ADAS, and lighting solutions
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels8 records
Forvia product offering
Product offeringCore offering
FORVIA designs, manufactures, and supplies integrated automotive technology systems to global OEMs across six business groups: Seating (seat structure and assembly), Interiors (instrument panels, door panels, center consoles), Clean Mobility (exhaust systems, hydrogen storage, fuel cells), Electronics (sensors, ADAS, battery management), Lighting (LED headlamps and rear lamps), and Lifecycle Solutions (aftermarket spare parts and workshop equipment). Products are embedded into vehicles at the OEM level through long-term supply agreements; aftermarket spares are distributed globally to workshops.
Product overview
FORVIA is a global sustainable mobility technology group formed in 2022 through the combination of Faurecia and HELLA. The company operates as a multi-product automotive technology supplier organized into six core business groups: Seating (seat structure systems and assembly), Interiors (instrument panels, door panels, center consoles), Clean Mobility (exhaust systems, hydrogen storage, fuel cells via Symbio joint venture), Electronics (sensors, battery management, ADAS), Lighting (LED solutions, headlamps, rear lamps), and Lifecycle Solutions (spare parts, workshop equipment). The portfolio is structured under IGNITE strategy into Growth Cluster (Electronics, Seating) and Value Cluster (Clean Mobility, Lighting, Clarion, Lifecycle Solutions, Interiors). Key innovations include MATERI'ACT for sustainable materials, Appning for connected cockpit apps, hydrogen storage systems (Conformable Tank, Smart Tank System), advanced seating technologies (VIBE, Safe & Relax Seat, Scalable Bench, LUMI), digital cockpit experiences (AirVision, Skyline Immersive Display), and comprehensive ADAS/automated driving capabilities through radar, camera, and Traffic Rules Engine software.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- MATERI'ACT: Entity dedicated to developing low-carbon, next-generation materials for the automotive industry using AI to maximize performance and environmental benefits.
- Faurecia
- FORVIA HELLA
- NAFILean
- Ecorium
- Auraloop
Products and services
- Seating Global leader in seat structure systems and seat assembly for passenger vehicles, offering complete seating products with advanced comfort, safety, weight reduction, and sustainable materials.
- Interiors Complete vehicle interior systems including instrument panels, door panels, and center consoles with sustainable materials and smart functionalities for automotive OEMs.
- Clean Mobility Ultra-low and zero-emission technologies including exhaust systems, hydrogen storage systems, and fuel cell systems. Includes Symbio joint venture covering 75% of hydrogen drivetrain value.
- Electronics Comprehensive electronics offering combining Faurecia and HELLA portfolios across sensors, actuators, automated driving, lighting and body electronics, energy management, and cockpit/HMI displays.
- Lighting LED lighting systems covering all vehicle lighting from headlamps and rear lamps to signal and interior lighting, with focus on driver assistance and design elements.
- Lifecycle Solutions Comprehensive range of around 38,000 spare parts, wear parts, accessories, and workshop equipment with diagnostics, testing, and exhaust-emission measurement tools for trucks, buses, agricultural vehicles, and construction machinery.
- MATERI'ACT Subsidiary developing and supplying low-carbon, next-generation materials for automotive manufacturers using AI to develop predictive algorithms for adaptive formulations.
- Symbio Joint venture for hydrogen fuel cell systems, offering pre-integrated and pre-validated PEM technology systems for zero-emission mobility.
- VIBE Tactile Seating Technology Industry-first tactile seating technology embedding haptic sensations within car seats for safety alerts (blind spots, lane changes, speed limits, drowsiness) and immersive audio experiences.
- LUMI Seat Illumination Ultra-thin LED-powered panels integrated into front seats that greet drivers on approach and shift tones to reflect driving modes; energy efficient with perforated diffusion layer.
- Skyline Immersive Display Next-generation cockpit interface using LED technology instead of LCD, offering a dynamic visual alternative to traditional heads-up displays. Customizable with automaker's in-vehicle technology.
- AirVision Integrated system for displaying information through 3D virtual image reflection on flat translucent surfaces, combining displays, lighting, surfaces and structures into a scalable system.
- Ecorium Sustainable Trim Premium sustainable trimming material with 90% carbon emissions reduction compared to natural leather, or up to 37% reduction (including biogenic carbon) vs. conventional synthetic alternatives.
- NAFILean Bio-composite Family Family of bio-composite materials; NAFILean-R combines 20% natural hemp fibers with 100% recycled polypropylene for 87% CO2 reduction; NAFILean Vision developed for visible parts.
- Auraloop Recyclable Cushioning 100% recyclable Polyester-based cushioning for car seats, targeting a twofold cut in carbon footprint compared to traditional polyurethane foam.
- Conformable Hydrogen Tank (Type IV) Disruptive Type IV hydrogen tank offering up to 50% more storage capacity and greater autonomy compared to conventional cylindrical tanks; plug & play storage module fits Battery Pack packaging volume.
- Smart Tank System Connected hydrogen tank system with on-board sensors and data recording for aftersales support and circular economy; unique algorithms increase inspection autonomy and optimize downtime.
- Scalable Bench Rear Seating Platform First flexible rear seating platform for electric vehicles, adjustable in height and width for different vehicle sizes; reduces OEM design and assembly costs by up to 40% while unlocking 80L extra storage.
- Safe & Relax Seat Seat meeting future seat inclination regulations with Safe 45 (up to 45° recline) and Safe 60 (up to 60° recline with All-Belt-to-Seat design); integrates occupant monitoring sensors and compact structure.
- Traffic Rules Engine Software for Level 3+ highly automated vehicles acting as a virtual co-driver, continuously monitoring planned actions and comparing with current traffic regulations using sensor and map data; TÜV Rheinland homologation certified.
- eMirror Safe UX Camera-based system replacing side and rearview mirrors with better visibility, safety alerts, and fuel/energy efficiency; first certified for EU and Chinese standards in China with Transparent View and Reactive Dimming.
- ForWave7e 77GHz Radar 77GHz radar designed for cost-sensitive customers with premium performance meeting China NCAP standards; enables AD Level 2+ and above with radar-assisted parking without ultrasonic sensors.
- iConF Electronic Fuse Semiconductor-based eFuse solution for proactive energy distribution in 12V and 48V systems with fail-operational functionality and AI-based predictive maintenance using digital twins.
- Coolant Control Hub Thermal management subsystem connecting cooling circuits for battery, electric motor, and vehicle interior; CCH max uses natural refrigerants (CO2 or propane) to replace R-1234yf.
- Battery Management System Modular battery management system delivering secure and efficient Lithium-Ion battery management in hybrid and electric vehicles with scalable design for various battery architectures.
- SSL | HD LED Matrix Lighting Revolutionary LED matrix technology with Micro-LED Clusters featuring up to 25,000 pixels enabling precise control for dimming oncoming cars, highlighting road signs, and safety projections.
- FlatLight | μMX LED Light Guide Slim LED light guide technology with micro-optics smaller than a grain of salt, enabling 5mm module depth and up to 80% lower energy consumption compared to conventional LED tail lights.
- Smart Car Access System UWB-based system with Smart Presence Detection for intrusion alerts and occupancy detection; child presence detection identifies even slight chest movements of babies or animals under blankets.
Quantifiable outcome
- 40% reduction in design and assembly costs with Scalable Bench seating platform
- +8 more outcomes
Companies that use Forvia
Customer profileNamed customers6 records
Segments6 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
Forvia technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
AI capability10 records
Feature12 records
Forvia partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Ten partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.
- General Dynamics European Land Systems (GDELS)minorFORVIA signed agreement with GDELS for transfer of its Augsburg site in Germany, securing current workforce while enabling the site to adapt to defense activities and laying foundations for long-term industrial future.
- Symbio (Joint Venture with Michelin and Stellantis)coreSymbio is an equal-share joint venture between FORVIA, Michelin, and Stellantis for hydrogen fuel cell systems. In 2023, Symbio opened the largest integrated Gigafactory for fuel cells in Europe, covering 75% of hydrogen drivetrain value.
- CentraleSupélec (France)minorFour-year collaboration started in 2023 focusing on automotive applications of artificial intelligence for sensor fusion.
- University of California BerkeleyminorAcademic partnership for cutting-edge sensor development.
- Indian Institute of Science (Bangalore)minorAcademic partnership for cutting-edge sensor development.
- Tongji University (China)minorAcademic partnership for cutting-edge sensor development.
- The Drivery (Berlin)minorMobility innovation hub operated by FORVIA with over 800 members including 140 start-ups, expanded to China in 2023.
- Maud Fontenoy FoundationminorPartnership to encourage education of young people in protection of marine biodiversity and understanding of plastic pollution challenges.
- Plastic OdysseyminorPartnership supporting education and understanding of marine biodiversity challenges.
- Jaguar Land Rover (JLR)coreCornerstone concept partnership showcasing circular materials and advanced Interiors process know-how. Door panel achieves 40% recycled content, 58% recyclability, nearly halves CO2 emissions.
Scale indicators16 records
Recent moves9 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Forvia competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Koito Manufacturing: World-leading automotive lighting specialist directly competing with FORVIA HELLA's #1 high-end LED lighting position.
- Adient: World's largest automotive seating supplier, directly competing with FORVIA's #1 seat-structures business serving the same global OEM customer base.
- Lear Corporation: Tier-1 supplier of automotive seating and electrical/electronic systems, overlapping with both FORVIA's Seating and Electronics business groups.
- Valeo: French Tier-1 supplier of lighting, ADAS, thermal and electrification systems, directly competing across FORVIA HELLA's lighting, electronics and clean-mobility offerings.
- Marelli: Global supplier of automotive lighting, electronics and interior modules, competing head-to-head with FORVIA HELLA lighting and electronics.
- OPmobility (Plastic Omnium): French supplier of exterior systems and a leader in hydrogen storage and fuel-cell modules, directly comparable to FORVIA's Clean Mobility and hydrogen-tank business.
Broad incumbents
- Magna International: Highly diversified mega-supplier spanning seating, interiors, electronics and powertrain, overlapping with FORVIA's multi-product portfolio at larger scale.
- Continental: Large German Tier-1 with electronics, ADAS and interior/display technologies that compete with FORVIA's Electronics and cockpit businesses.
- Aptiv: Major supplier of vehicle electrical architecture, ADAS and software, overlapping with FORVIA's electronics and automated-driving capabilities.
- Robert Bosch: World's largest automotive supplier with broad electronics, ADAS, electrification and aftermarket lines that overlap much of FORVIA's portfolio.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat6 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Valuation estimate
Forvia leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles9 records
Forvia subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries4 records
Forvia funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds6 records
Investors1 record
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Forvia M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A15 records
Investments21 records
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Frequently asked questions about Forvia
What does Forvia do?
FORVIA designs, manufactures, and supplies integrated automotive technology systems to global OEMs across six business groups: Seating (seat structure and assembly), Interiors (instrument panels, door panels, center consoles), Clean Mobility (exhaust systems, hydrogen storage, fuel cells), Electronics (sensors, ADAS, battery management), Lighting (LED headlamps and rear lamps), and Lifecycle Solutions (aftermarket spare parts and workshop equipment). Products are embedded into vehicles at the OEM level through long-term supply agreements; aftermarket spares are distributed globally to workshops.
Is Forvia a public or private company?
Forvia is a public company. It is classified as public and is currently operating.
When was Forvia founded?
Forvia was founded in 2022. It employs 5,001 to 10,000 people.
Where is Forvia based?
Forvia is headquartered in Nanterre, France, in the Europe region.
How does Forvia make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Automotive Technology Systems Sales are the primary driver. The others are lifecycle Solutions and technology Licensing.
Who are Forvia's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Koito Manufacturing, Adient, Lear Corporation, Valeo, Marelli and OPmobility (Plastic Omnium). Broad incumbents are Magna International, Continental, Aptiv and Robert Bosch.
Does Forvia have an API?
No public API is recorded for Forvia.
What industry is Forvia in?
Forvia's product category is Automotive Technology Systems. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMACAKAJ, Automotive Interior Comfort & Convenience Components Manufacturing (Armrests/Cupholders/Storage/Interior Hardware), with a secondary code of IMACAKAG, Automotive Lighting Assemblies Manufacturing (Headlamps/Taillamps/Interior Lamps/DRLs). Its NAICS code is 3363 and its SIC code is 3714.