MANN+HUMMEL launches Global Technology and Innovation Center in India, plans new plant On May 21, MANN+HUMMEL launched its new Global Technology & Innovation Center in Tumkur, Karnataka. It is MANN+HUMMEL’s largest development center outside Germany. It will focus on developing energy-efficient filtration systems, reducing lifecycle emissions, and advancing circular solutions, including the use of recycled materials and eco-friendly product des...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/21

MANN+HUMMEL plans to close Speyer site in Germany by 2028 On April 16, 2026, the City of Speyer (Stadt Speyer) was informed by MANN+HUMMEL GmbH of plans to close its Speyer site in Germany by 2028. The company will gradually relocate production to other plants within the group. The closure will affect around 600 employees. The decision is driven by rising cost and planning pressures, including energy and labor costs, tariffs, and geopolitical unc...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/22

MANN+HUMMEL enhances filter sustainability with lignin-based technology MANN+HUMMEL GmbH (MANN+HUMMEL) has further improved the sustainability of its MANN-FILTER products by incorporating the renewable raw material lignin into the coating of its cellulose media. This development is part of the “Naturally Better” campaign, which won the German Design Award 2026. By replacing fossil-based inputs with lignin, the company reports a reduction of u...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/13

MANN+HUMMEL participates in BMW innovation event on sustainable development of Chinese supply chain MANN+HUMMEL GmbH (MANN+HUMMEL) participated in a BMW innovation event on the sustainable development of the Chinese supply chain in Shenyang, which, focusing on themes such as carbon reduction, energy efficiency, and circular innovation, is for core suppliers to explore technological paths for sustainable mobility.Exhibited at the event were a rang...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/19

MANN+HUMMEL exhibits smokeless explosion-proof valve at 18th Pujiang Innovation Forum At the InnoMatch Tech-Matching Fair of the 18th Pujiang Innovation Forum, MANN+HUMMEL GmbH (MANN+HUMMEL) exhibited a smokeless explosion-proof valve for power batteries. The smokeless explosion-proof valve, a MANN+HUMMEL battery safety innovation launched this year, is compliant with the “Safety Requirements for EV Power Batteries (GB 38031-2025)”, China’s...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/24

MANN+HUMMEL installs test bench for fuel cell system at HQ in Ludwigsburg, Germany MANN+HUMMEL GmbH (MANN+HUMMEL) has developed a test bench that enables tests with humidifiers under real conditions, thus enhancing the performance and extending the lifetime of fuel cell components, such as the polymer electrolyte membranes (PEM). Installed in the company’s technology center at the HQ in Ludwigsburg, Germany, this test bench humidifies the air b...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/18

MANN+HUMMEL to present new filter models for cleaner mobility at FILTECH 2024 MANN+HUMMEL GmbH (MANN+HUMMEL) announced that its new filter models for cleaner mobility and cleaner air will be presented at the FILTECH 2024 in Cologne, Germany, from November 12 to 14. The company has reduced the carbon footprint of an air filter element for trucks by using renewable materials, recycled plastics, and bio-based raw materials, without compromising on i...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/16

ZF unveils new MAXX low-emission brake at IAA Transportation 2024 ZF Friedrichshafen AG (ZF) presented the new MAXX low-emission brake as one of the highlights in the LED Commercial Vehicle display at the IAA Transportation 2024, held in September. This new brake contributes to cleaner air and reduces health hazards thanks to a passive filtration system capturing brake dust, developed by MANN+HUMMEL. The MAXX Low-Emission Brake concept is develop...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/11

Mann+Hummel establishes global New Energy technology center in Shanghai Mann+Hummel announced the establishment of a global New Energy technology center in Shanghai, of which the core task is to develop New Energy Vehicle filtration technology solutions suitable for the Chinese market and meeting Chinese consumers’ needs. With enhancing product safety and comfort as the core, technological innovations by the center will focus on such technologi...

News  Updated at: 2023/06/08

MANN+HUMMEL to present solutions for cleaner mobility at Filtech 2023 in Cologne MANN+HUMMEL GmbH (MANN+HUMMEL) announced that it will present solutions for cleaner mobility, along with its other products, at Filtech 2023 in Cologne, Germany, from February 14-16. MANN+HUMMEL will show its media expertise in the filtration of air, cabin air, oil, and fuel for vehicles with internal combustion engines and vehicles with alternative drives. The highl...

News  Updated at: 2023/01/16

Audi and MANN+HUMMEL developing particulate filter for electric cars On October 13, Audi announced that it is working with supplier MANN+HUMMEL to develop a particulate filter for electric cars that collect particulate matter from the surrounding area. The innovative technology will be demonstrated at the GREENTECH FESTIVAL in London. The pilot project was launched in 2020 and will run for four years.The mobile version ensures not only are the ca...

News  Updated at: 2022/10/14

MANN+HUMMEL Group completes sale of global high-performance plastic parts business to Mutares SE MANN+HUMMEL GmbH (MANN+HUMMEL) announced that it has completed the sale of its global high-performance plastic parts business to Mutares SE & Co. KGaA (Mutares). The business comprises products other than filtration and separation solutions have been transferred to Mutares on October 1, 2022. The carved-out business will operate under the new name Mol...

News  Updated at: 2022/10/05

IAA 2022: MANN+HUMMEL to present clean mobility solutions MANN+HUMMEL GmbH (MANN+HUMMEL) announced that it will present its wide range of solutions at IAA Transportation 2022 in Hannover, Germany, from September 20-25, 2022. Its fully encapsulated brake dust particle filter for heavy duty and industrial sector will be presented for the first time at this event. This fully encapsulated brake dust particle filter, which is part of the EU's AeroSolf...

News  Updated at: 2022/09/19

Mercedes‑Benz tests new filter technology developed with MANN+HUMMEL On September 6, Mercedes‑Benz announced that in August, Mercedes‑Benz Vans, together with Österreichische Post, the Austrian postal service, started testing the filter technology developed in cooperation with MANN+HUMMEL in real-life operations in Graz. The first results from the test operation are expected at the end of the year. The partners are launching a pilot projec...

News  Updated at: 2022/09/07

MANN+HUMMEL opens Digital Hub in Heilbronn, Baden-Württemberg, Germany MANN+HUMMEL GmbH (MANN+HUMMEL) announced that it has opened the fourth Digital Hub in Heilbronn, Baden-Württemberg, Germany, following centers in Singapore, Shanghai, and Raleigh. The Heilbronn Hubs creates a place where MANN+HUMMEL will offer customer-oriented solutions, optimise workflows and provide further training for employees. In addition, unique facilities on the Hei...

News  Updated at: 2022/08/01

MANN+HUMMEL developing air filter sensor technology for fuel cell vehicles On July 15, MANN+HUMMEL GmbH announced that the German Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport supports a consortium led by MANN+HUMMEL in developing an innovative sensor array. The ISAAC project (for the development of a sensor array for cathode air cleaner systems that absorb harmful gases as part of a German and Chinese partnership) is receiving EUR 840,412 in fund...

News  Updated at: 2022/07/15

MANN+HUMMEL receives EUR 8.2 million funding for AeroSolfd project MANN+HUMMEL GmbH (MANN+HUMMEL) announced that the AeroSolfd project – led by MANN+HUMMEL, has received EUR 8.2 million funding from the EU Commission and the Swiss State Secretariat for Education, Research, and Innovation. The project offers affordable, adaptable, and environmentally friendly retrofit solutions to reduce tailpipe and brake emissions and pollution in (semi-) clos...

News  Updated at: 2022/06/22

MANN+HUMMEL Group sells plastic parts business to Mutares SE MANN+HUMMEL Group announced that it has signed an agreement to sell the global high-performance plastic parts business to Mutares SE & Co. KGaA. The business comprises products other than filtration and separation solutions, such as air intake manifolds, high-pressure air ducts, and fluid reservoirs. As part of the transaction, MANN+HUMMEL’s production facilities in Bad Harzburg, Sonn...

News  Updated at: 2022/06/01

MANN+HUMMEL introduces Carbon Zero Strategy MANN+HUMMEL Group announced its “Carbon Zero Strategy”. The strategy envisages the use of renewable energies at all MANN+HUMMEL sites from next year. By 2030, all production is to be CO2 neutral, and by 2050, the entire value chain. The keys to achieving the goals include increasing the company's energy efficiency and using renewable energies.  In addition, MANN+HUMMEL will pay even closer attentio...

News  Updated at: 2021/10/19

MANN+HUMMEL’s combi filter reduces harmful gases and odours MANN+HUMMEL Group announced that its combi filter for vehicle interiors contains activated carbon to protect people from harmful gases and unpleasant odours. Field studies in cooperation with the University of Heidelberg have shown that when the combi filter is used, the concentration of nitrogen dioxide in the vehicle interior is reduced by more than 90%. As soon as nitrogen oxides hi...

News  Updated at: 2021/09/30