Harman International

Harman International

http://www.harman.com
https://www.linkedin.com/company/harman-international/

Harman International is a privately owned company headquartered in the US, operating under its parent company, Samsung Electronics, with Martin Professional noted as a subsidiary. Founded in 1980, it employs approximately 22,730 people and reported $10.5B in revenue as of 2024. The company specializes in consumer electronics, designing and engineering connected products and solutions for automakers, consumers, and enterprises worldwide. Its offerings include connected car systems, audio and visual products, enterprise automation solutions, and services supporting the Internet of Things. Key brands include AKG, Harman Kardon, Infinity, JBL, Lexicon, Mark Levinson, and Revel.

2024 Revenue

Founded

1980

Headcount

22,722

Headquarters

US

Primary Segment

Consumer electronics

Ownership

Privately Owned

Deployments

30

News Summary:

On March 20, 2026, Harman Professional installed an audio system at Jakarta’s Q Billiard & Spincity, an entertainment destination within the Thamrin Nine complex and the newly opened Agora shopping mall, to enhance the experience for billiards players and bowlers. Earlier on March 12, 2026, Chris Epple, Vice President Marketing Americas at Harman International, stated in an interview that the company’s primary focus is sponsoring emerging music talent, emphasizing active support beyond just financial contributions. This followed JBL, a Harman brand, expanding its AI-powered EasySing technology across new products on the same day. These products, including the JBL PartyBox On-the-Go 2 Plus, JBL EasySing Mics, and JBL EasySing Mic Mini, feature new vocal separation technology designed to transform any song into a seamless karaoke experience.

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Harman International offers 30 products in the telecoms tech, media and telecoms services, pro AV and media tech industries. Harman International's product portfolio comprises of enterprise and telecoms software, pro AV controls and infrastructure, content acquisition, consumer electronics, audio and pro AV audio and conferencing.

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Harman International's revenues were over $1B in 2024. Caretta Research has split Harman International's revenue into 18 different product categories, the largest of which is consumer devices. For full access to Harman International's revenue breakdown subscribe to Caretta Portal.

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Mar

27th

2026

06:29

Capital Investment, Emerging Tech, ESG, B2B Tag

Harman Invests 131 Million Euros in Hungarian Expansion

Samsung Electronics’ audio-focused subsidiary Harman International (hereinafter Harman) is making an investment of over 130 million euros in Hungary, accelerating its push into the European automotive electronics market. On March 27, according to the Hungarian Investment Promotion Agency (HIPA), Harman will invest a total of 131.18 million euros to carry out three major projects in Hungary to strengthen research and development (R&D) and production capabilities.

Mar

27th

2026

02:37

Capital Investment, Emerging Tech, B2B Tag

Samsung’s Harman invests $151 mil. for self-driving tech in Hungary

Automobile electronics company Harman International, a subsidiary of Samsung Electronics, will invest 131 million euros ($151 million) in its research and manufacturing bases in Hungary for self-driving technology development. According to the Hungarian Investment Promotion Agency on Friday, Harman’s investment will partly go to the development of software and hardware for autonomous driving functions at its main research and development center in Budapest.

Mar

27th

2026

00:29

Capital Investment, Emerging Tech, B2B Tag

Samsung's Harman invests $151 mil. for self

Automobile electronics company Harman International, a subsidiary of Samsung Electronics, will invest 131 million euros ($151 million) in its resea...

The Korea Times

Mar

24th

2026

18:30

Emerging Tech, B2B Tag

Where Studio Heritage Meets Innovation: HARMAN at Montreal Audio Fest

Experience HARMAN HARMAN develops solutions to enable seamless, connected lifestyles for the home, car, stage and enterprise through its leading audio products, infotainment systems, software and connected services. Experience HARMAN Lead with integrity, innovate with intention, and drive excellence.

Mar

23rd

2026

10:30

Partnerships and Alliances, Emerging Tech, B2B Tag

Automotive Telematics Market Size

“Global Automotive Telematics Market to reach a market value of USD 110.73 Billion by 2032 growing at a CAGR of 13.7%” Analysis Market Size and Future Outlook The Global Automotive Telematics Market size is expected to reach $110.73 billion by 2032, rising at a market growth of 13.7% CAGR during the forecast period.

Mar

20th

2026

13:00

Harman powers billiards and bowling in Jakarta

Indonesia: The billiards lounge and bowling alley at Jakarta’s Q Billiard & Spincity have been installed with a Harman Professional audio system. Located within the Thamrin Nine complex, the entertainment destination is a key attraction in the newly opened Agora shopping mall.

Pro AVL Central

Mar

19th

2026

23:11

Harman Professional Audio at Jakarta’s Q Billiard & Spincity | Case Study

Jakarta’s entertainment scene has a new sonic backbone, thanks to a recent audio system installation at Q Billiard & Spincity. The popular venue, located within the bustling Thamrin Nine complex and the newly opened Agora shopping mall, now features a Harman Professional audio system designed to enhance the experience for billiards players and bowlers alike.

Mar

17th

2026

18:30

Emerging Tech, B2B Tag

Automotive Integrated Control Panel Significant industry movement is expected as companies pursue expansion strategies, technological upgrades, and new partnerships driving market change

A new research document titled, Global Automotive Integrated Control Panel market study is released by HTF MI. The study is an exploratory attempt to understand the industry with strategic steps to the targets of the business environment and the ones that are tried to have an essential impression on the progress of the Automotive Integrated Control Panel market.

Htfmarketintelligence

Mar

12th

2026

06:32

Emerging Tech, B2B Tag

Innovator Interviews: Harman International’s Chris Epple

“Sponsoring big talent requires writing a check. Sponsoring emerging talent really means walking the talk and helping walk in their shoes with them,” says Chris Epple. “Emerging music for us is our big focus,” says Epple, vice president, marketing Americas, Harman International.

Brand Innovators

Mar

12th

2026

02:30

New Offerings, Artificial Intelligence, B2B Tag

JBL Unleashes the Power of AI with The Release of the JBL PartyBox On-the-Go 2 Plus, JBL EasySing Mics, and JBL EasySing Mic Mini

Featuring new EasySing vocal separation technology, JBL’s newest products put music lovers in the spotlight STAMFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- JBL is redefining the party experience and transforming any song into a seamless karaoke experience with the expansion of its AI-powered EasySing technology across the new JBL PartyBox On-the-Go 2 Plus , JBL EasySing Mics & JBL EasySing Mic Mini .

Mar

11th

2026

18:30

New Offerings, Artificial Intelligence, B2B Tag

JBL Unleashes the Power of AI with The Release of the JBL PartyBox On-the-Go 2 Plus, JBL EasySing Mics, and JBL EasySing Mic Mini

Featuring new EasySing vocal separation technology, JBL’s newest products put music lovers in the spotlight Stamford, CT, March 12 2026 – JBL is redefining the party experience and transforming any song into a seamless karaoke experience with the expansion of its AI-powered EasySing technology across the new JBL PartyBox On-the-Go 2 Plus, JBL EasySing Mics & JBL EasySing Mic Mini.

Mar

10th

2026

18:30

Partnerships and Alliances, New Offerings, B2B Tag

Harman and Viasat collaborate to introduce in-cabin voice calls over satellite

Harman, an automotive technology specialist and subsidiary of Samsung Electronics, is collaborating with Viasat, a specialist in satellite communications, to introduce in-cabin voice calling over satellite connectivity At MWC Barcelona 2026, Harman is set to demonstrate satellite-enabled voice calling capabilities on its Ready Connect Telematics Control Unit (TCU), showcasing how the solution can support anytime, anywhere communication, even in areas with intermittent to no cellular coverage.

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