Schaeffler Group – We pioneer motion
The Schaeffler Group has been driving forward groundbreaking inventions and developments in the field of motion technology for over 75 years. With innovative technologies, products, and services for electric mobility, CO₂-efficient drives, chassis solutions, Industry 4.0, digitalization, and renewable energies, the company is a reliable partner for making motion more efficient, intelligent, and sustainable – over the entire life cycle. The Motion Technology Company manufactures high-precision components and systems for drive train and chassis applications as well as rolling and plain bearing solutions for a large number of industrial applications. The Schaeffler Group generated sales of EUR 16.3 billion in 2023. With around 83,400 employees, Schaeffler is one of the world’s largest family-owned companies and one of Germany’s most innovative companies.
Roadmap 2025
We pioneer motion to advance how the world moves
Motion and mobility are key factors for successfully meeting our global challenges. Our success will depend largely on our ability to rethink and produce pioneering solutions for motion and mobility. The invention of the cage-guided needle roller bearing put Schaeffler at the forefront of motion and mobility right from the outset. We design both rotary and linear motion, in automobiles, machines, wind turbines, and many other industrial applications.
This passion for technology and innovation has always been a core element of our DNA, and it is precisely this pioneering spirit, together with our courage and curiosity, that continues to drive us forward. The concept of motion involves more than just mobility. So, our mission goes beyond merely designing the “mobility of the future”, particularly since, from a supplier’s perspective, pioneering motion is about teamwork and partnership.
On the path of digital transformation
There is no escaping the digitalization trend in today’s world. This is literally happening everywhere. State-of-the-art information technologies such as the cloud, artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, and digital twins offer a host of potential. The increasing merging of the real and digital worlds opens up opportunities for Schaeffler and its customers along the entire value-added chain.
In our implementation of specific digital solutions, we make a distinction between two fundamental approaches. The first approach is the optimization of the value-added chain, internally at Schaeffler and in interaction with our business partners. Secondly, we leverage additional sales potential with digital solutions. Based on new digital concepts, we thus ensure the added value of our existing business models and create a basis for accessing new markets.
Responsibility for tomorrow
Long-term thinking and responsible actions have always characterized the culture of the Schaeffler Group as a family business. To us, sustainability means enabling a future worth living by fostering the growth of the Schaeffler Group with a long-term view and continuity for the benefit of all stakeholders. Led by our company values “sustainability”, “innovation”, “excellence”, and “passion” the company provides the basis for long-term, profitable growth.
The Roadmap 2025 defines three strategic priorities – innovation, agility, and efficiency – which are essential tools for the future. The Schaeffler Group’s “Sustainability & Engagement” subprogram ensures consistent implementation of the company’s sustainability strategy and achievement of the sustainability targets. A strong network ensures that the subprogram is anchored in all functions, divisions and regions of the company. As part of the implementation of its sustainability strategy, Schaeffler is currently focusing on seven specific sustainability goals.
More information about sustainability at Schaeffler can be found in our Sustainability section