Success stories - made by ILLIES
ILLIES looks back on a long history as a sales and project partner for the manufacturing industry in Asia. Over the course of over 165 years, we have successfully implemented many industrial projects, utilized synergies, overcome crises and grown together with our partners.
To provide an insight into the wide variety of work carried out by ILLIES, we have compiled a selection of successful projects made by the ILLIES GROUP across Asia. These give an understanding of how the ILLIES-services can be used to your benefit as well as what a good partnership means to us.
If you have any questions about a particular case, please contact us at hamburg(at)illies.de

Giga Steel in the E-Mobility Market
ILLIES KOREA introduces Giga Steel Roll Forming Machines to Sungwoo, Korea
For over a decade, the automotive industry has been exploring lightweight solutions, testing various materials to enhance efficiency. As the demand for weight reduction continues - while maintaining structural integrity in the event of an accident - Giga steel (Ultra-High Strength Steel, UHSS) has emerged as a key alternative, particularly in the E-mobility sector.

Successes with transformer manufacturers in Vietnam
In 2021, Illies again succeeded in placing an order for a state-of-the-art cutting line for the production of transformer laminations with Georg.
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""Mr Illies, where does the beach end and the sea start?", a staff member very aptly described the relationship we have with our partners and customers."
C. Michael Illies – President & CEO

Wanjie Textile is setting a benchmark for premium warp knit fabric production with the continuous support of ILLIES China and Karl Mayer
As the fashion industry evolves at a swift pace and consumer preferences grow more varied, the urgency for innovation in fabric and design has intensified. Our customer, Zhejiang Wanjie Textile New Material Co., Ltd. has dedicated itself to the research and development of innovative textile materials and practices in recent years.
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Supporting South Korea’s Chemical Industry with advanced High-Pressure Technology
ILLIES KOREA is partnering with Uhde High Pressure Technologies GmbH to Empower South Korea’s Leading Chemical Manufacturers
The chemical industry is one of the pillars of modern industry, producing essential materials for countless applications, from packaging and textiles to renewable energy and healthcare. In Korea, major chemical manufacturers such as LG Chem, HD Hyundai Chemical, Hanwha Solutions, and LOTTE Chemical lead the way in producing advanced materials like low-density polyethylene (LDPE) and ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA).

Tianjin Yongkon produces high-quality Ice Cream Sugar Cones with support from ILLIES China
Tianjin Yongkon Food Co., Ltd. has been specializing in the field of innovation and manufacturing of ice cream sugar cones since its establishment in 1988. The company is committed to offering healthy and safe food options while actively participating in sustainable development initiatives to meet its social responsibilities.
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New e-passports for secure traveling and identification
New e-passports for secure traveling and identification
ILLIES & Co. providing new passport lines to Asia for the production of state-of-the-art e-passports