SchwanSTABILO

Schwan-STABILO, commonly known as Stabilo, is a German manufacturer of writing instruments and art supplies. The company designs, manufactures, and markets a broad range of products, including highlighters, felt-tip pens, ballpoint pens, pencils, wax crayons, markers, and correction products. The Stabilo brand is marketed worldwide, and the company operates as part of the Schwan-Stabilo group, with production facilities and distribution networks in Europe and beyond.

History and ownership: The company traces its roots to a 19th-century German family business founded by the Schwan family. The Stabilo brand was developed in the early 20th century, and the modern Schwan-Stabilo group emerged through the merger of these lines. Today, Schwan-STABILO is a privately held company controlled by the founding families and operates internationally through subsidiaries and distributors.

Products and notable lines: Stabilo is known for highlighters such as Stabilo Boss, and for a wide range of writing and art instruments including Stabilo Point 88 fineliners, the Stabilo Easy family of ergonomic pens, Stabilo Woody wax crayons, and other markers and pencils. The brand is widely associated with precision, color variety, and user-friendly design across educational, professional, and creative markets.

Sustainability and markets: The company emphasizes sustainable manufacturing practices and product safety, with ongoing efforts to reduce environmental impact and to meet regulatory standards. Stabilo markets its products across education, office, and art sectors in countries around the world, maintaining a global presence through a network of subsidiaries and distributors.