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This blog article is inspired by our database of the most relevant companies in Germany, which also covers the largest companies in Rhineland-Palatinate. It provides you with comprehensive insights into the highest-revenue players in Rhineland-Palatinate’s economy. In addition to current revenue and employee figures, you will also find valuable information on industry focus, executives, and contact details. The data is conveniently available as an Excel file for direct download.
Summary
Short answer: With consolidated revenue of €68.9 billion in 2023, BASF SE is the largest company in Rhineland-Palatinate, based on the Researchgermany list of the largest companies in Rhineland-Palatinate. This puts BASF clearly ahead of Boehringer Ingelheim, BioNTech, United Internet, and other competitors.
Comparison of the Largest Companies in Rhineland-Palatinate (Revenue 2023)
The following table shows the largest companies in Rhineland-Palatinate by published 2023 revenues (as of 02.09.2025), based on the Researchgermany ranking of the largest companies in Rhineland-Palatinate.
| Ranking | Company | Industry / Business Area | Revenue 2023 (m €) | Employees 2023 | Headquarters (City) | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BASF SE | Chemicals – Automotive supplier, plastics, specialty chemicals, agrochemicals | 68,902 | 111,991 | Ludwigshafen am Rhein | basf.com |
| 2 | Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbH | Pharma – Human and animal health | 25,611 | 53,565 | Ingelheim am Rhein | boehringer-ingelheim.de |
| 3 | BioNTech SE | Biotechnology – mRNA drugs & vaccines | 3,819 | 5,640 | Mainz | biontech.de |
| 4 | United Internet AG | Telecommunications – Internet services | 6,213 | 10,962 | Montabaur | united-internet.de |
| 5 | HORNBACH Baumarkt AG | Retail – DIY and garden stores | 3,447 | 22,572 | Bornheim | hornbach.de |
Why BASF Leads in 2025
- Revenue volume: In 2023 BASF achieved €68.9 billion, by far the highest revenue of any company in Rhineland-Palatinate – more than double that of Boehringer Ingelheim.
- Global presence: The integrated network with more than 350 production sites in over 80 countries makes BASF the world’s leading chemical company (cf. Annual Report 2023, pp. 3–5).
- Broad portfolio: From basic chemicals to plastics, crop protection, and specialty chemicals, BASF offers a product range that is essential in nearly all industries worldwide.
- R&D and innovation: BASF invested around €2.1 billion in research and development in 2023 (Annual Report 2023, p. 67) – a clear indicator of technological leadership.
- Employees: With nearly 112,000 employees, BASF is also one of the region’s largest employers.
Competitor Assessment
Boehringer Ingelheim is an internationally significant pharmaceutical company but, with just under €26 billion in revenue, remains well behind BASF. BioNTech achieved record results during the vaccine boom but saw a sharp decline in 2023. United Internet and HORNBACH are leaders in their respective sectors but operate on scales far smaller than BASF. Thus, BASF remains unchallenged at the top in Rhineland-Palatinate.
Methodology & Data Basis
The ranking is based on consolidated revenue 2023. Cut-off date: 02.09.2025, at which time the 2023 annual reports were the most recent available in the company register.
Source
- BASF Annual Report 2023 – Combined Management Report (figures on revenue, global presence, R&D).
- Researchgermany Rhineland-Palatinate company list
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