Global Suppliers Recognized by Schaeffler for Excellence in Manufacturing and Mobility Solutions

Georg F. W. Schaeffler (right), family shareholder and Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Schaeffler AG, and Dr. Jochen Schröder (left), Chief Operating Officer of Schaeffler AG, presented the 2026 Supplier Awards. (Photo: Schaeffler)

(IN BRIEF) Schaeffler honored seven suppliers during Supplier Day 2026 in Herzogenaurach, recognizing outstanding achievements across categories including electric mobility, powertrain systems, industrial solutions and logistics. The event focused on the importance of resilient supply chains, strategic supplier partnerships and innovation in addressing increasing market complexity and competitive pressures. Schaeffler executives emphasized that close collaboration with suppliers remains essential for maintaining long-term competitiveness and operational stability.

(PRESS RELEASE) HERZOGENAURACH, 20-May-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — Schaeffler AG honored several of its top-performing suppliers during Supplier Day 2026, highlighting the growing importance of resilient supply chains, long-term partnerships and innovation within the global manufacturing and automotive sectors.

Held in Herzogenaurach under the theme “Ready for the next move,” the event brought together more than 300 guests, including suppliers, executives and industry partners, to discuss current challenges facing international supply networks and the evolving demands of global industrial markets.

During the event, Georg F. W. Schaeffler, family shareholder and Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Schaeffler AG, together with Jochen Schröder, Chief Operating Officer of Schaeffler AG, presented the 2026 Supplier Awards to seven companies recognized for their exceptional contributions and performance within Schaeffler’s supplier network.

Discussions throughout the event focused on rising competitive and cost pressures, supply chain transparency, localization strategies and the need for robust sourcing structures capable of supporting long-term resilience and operational stability. Speakers also emphasized the importance of maintaining rapid development cycles and sustaining innovation capacity in increasingly volatile market conditions.

Jochen Schröder stated that close collaboration with suppliers remains a critical success factor for Schaeffler, particularly in a business environment characterized by growing complexity and uncertainty. He noted that resilient supply chains are essential for maintaining reliable delivery capabilities and supporting the company’s long-term competitiveness.

Schröder also stressed that Schaeffler views supplier relationships as performance-driven partnerships built on measurable results, shared responsibility and common strategic objectives focused on innovation, quality and cost efficiency.

The Supplier Awards recognized companies across several categories reflecting Schaeffler’s broad industrial operations and technology portfolio.

In the Indirect Purchasing category, Convergix Automation Solutions received recognition for its contributions.

Awards in the Powertrain & Chassis category were presented to Jiangsu Gian Technology Co., Ltd. and HES Präzisionsteile Hermann Erkert GmbH.

Within the Bearings & Industrial Solutions category, Trafilspec – L.T.S. S.p.A. was honored for its performance.

The Vehicle Lifetime Solutions award went to DP World.

In the Electric Mobility category, awards were presented to Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. and LTH Castings.

Schaeffler said the awards continue the company’s long-standing practice of recognizing suppliers that demonstrate strong collaboration, high commitment and measurable contributions to operational success across its global business activities.

The event also reflected the company’s broader focus on strengthening supply chain resilience and fostering innovation partnerships amid ongoing transformation across the automotive, industrial and mobility sectors.

Schaeffler Group – We pioneer motion: The Schaeffler Group has been driving forward groundbreaking inventions and developments in the field of motion technology for 80 years. With innovative technologies, products, and services for electric mobility, CO₂-efficient drives, chassis solutions and renewable energies, the company is a reliable partner for making motion more efficient, intelligent, and sustainable – over the entire life cycle. Schaeffler describes its comprehensive range of products and services by means of eight product families: From bearing solutions and all types of linear guidance systems through to repair and monitoring services. Schaeffler is with around 110,000 employees and more than 250 locations in 55 countries, one of the world’s largest family-owned companies and one of Germany’s most innovative companies.

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SOURCE: Schaeffler AG