Leather is one of the oldest and most versatile materials known to mankind. At BADER, we have developed and produced this sophisticated natural material, for more than 150 years, as one of the leading international producers of premium leather for the automotive industry.
We cooperate closely with our customers to subsequently develop and manufacture interior solutions for mobile living environments. The result: Innovative developments and products, which are the first choice for automotive brands around the world.
At BADER, we have been living the consistent pursuit of exceptional quality for generations. Our standard of excellence and passion for leather make us a reliable partner with the ability to meet customer requests and contemporary requirements.
The Otto Bader Horse Leather Factory was established in 1872 in Göppingen as a shoe leather processor, which later specialized in the production of furniture upholstery leather. This laid the “cornerstone” for today’s leading leather producer in the global automotive market. Quality handcrafting and the highest standards in workmanship and material are more than just long-standing traditions at BADER. These are the guiding principles and values held by the Bader Family and today, the company is operated by the fourth and fifth generations.
BADER has a staff of 12,100 employees at 11 state-of-the-art facilities located on five continents. A total of approximately 16,750 cattle hides are processed to automotive leather on a daily basis. Here, innovative ideas are transformed into designs, products and processes are researched and developed, and leather hides, die cut components, and seat covers are produced.
Many things have changed at BADER over the course of time, however, our passion for producing premium leather has remained constant since 1872.
Bader Leather is situated in Rosslyn Industrial Park