Schaeffler AG
Schaeffler supplies bearings, linear motion systems, precision components and automotive technologies for mobility and industrial customers. Its robotics relevance sits in actuation, joints, bearings, drive components and manufacturing automation, with additional exposure through partnerships and investments in humanoid and embodied-AI companies.
Market context
As robotics systems scale, demand for high-precision motion components increases. Companies like Schaeffler provide critical mechanical infrastructure that enables robot builders, positioning them as key suppliers within the robotics ecosystem.
Facts
- Website: https://www.schaeffler.com
- HQ: Herzogenaurach, Germany
- Founded: 1946
- Ticker: SHA / XETRA
- Segment: actuation and motion control
Motion technology and industrialization for humanoid robotics
Schaeffler is an industrial motion-technology supplier with growing exposure to humanoid robotics. The company connects robotics through actuators, bearings, drivetrain components, manufacturing expertise and internal industrial deployment.
- Target environment: Automotive and industrial production environments, robotics component supply chains, manufacturing plants and humanoid deployment testbeds.
- Deployment model: Component supplier, industrial partner and robotics adopter. Schaeffler supports robot builders through motion technologies and industrialization capacity while also preparing humanoid systems for use…
- Customer context: Robotics OEMs, industrial automation customers, automotive manufacturing operations and internal Schaeffler production sites.
- Workflow context: Joint-level motion components, actuators, bearings, industrial robot deployment, humanoid production validation and factory automation workflows.
- Commercial maturity: Schaeffler is an established industrial supplier rather than a robotics startup. Robotics relevance is mature at the component and manufacturing layer, while humanoid deployment is tied to named par…
- Market position: Industrial motion-technology supplier positioned in the component and industrialization layer around humanoid robotics.
- Adoption constraints: Robotics exposure depends on humanoid adoption, component qualification cycles, production integration, reliability requirements and robot builders moving from pilots into repeatable industrial dem…
- Adjacent context: Humanoid component supply, motion technology, actuator systems, industrialization partnerships and factory deployment.
- Source confidence: high
Events
- 2026-06-19 - Partnership - Delair and Schaeffler partner to scale drone and interceptor production in France - The line is planned to manufacture Delair Damocles drones and the newly announced Aspik interceptor. The cooperation combines Schaeffler production and component capabilities with Delair drone design, integration and operational deployment. The companies fram…
- 2026-06-03 - Partnership - Schaeffler and Spirit AI sign strategic cooperation agreement for embodied intelligence - Schaeffler and Spirit AI signed a strategic cooperation agreement on June 3, 2026. The cooperation covers embodied-intelligence data collection, humanoid robot core components and industrial-scenario applications. The agreement supports deployment and industr…
- 2026-05-13 - Partnership - Humanoid signs phased deployment agreement with Schaeffler for thousands of humanoid robots - Humanoid signed a binding phased deployment and supply agreement with Schaeffler to integrate humanoid robots into live manufacturing operations. The first systems are scheduled to go live in Germany before the end of 2026, with the initial phase running acro…
- 2026-04-22 - Partnership - Schaeffler enters strategic partnership with Hexagon Robotics for humanoid actuator supply and AEON factory deployment - Schaeffler and Hexagon Robotics announced a strategic cooperation covering the development and supply of high-precision rotary actuators for humanoid robots. The partnership also covers integration of Hexagon's AEON humanoids into Schaeffler's global producti…
- 2026-04-21 - Partnership - VinDynamics partners with Schaeffler to advance humanoid robot development - Announced signing of a memorandum of understanding with Schaeffler to pursue joint research and development on core components for humanoid robots, including actuator systems and motors. Said the work would focus on evaluating and refining Schaeffler prototyp…
- 2026-03-02 - Partnership - Schaeffler Partners with Leju Robotics for Humanoid Deployment in China - • Schaeffler AG entered into a strategic partnership with Leju Robotics Technology Co., Ltd. to advance the use of humanoid robots in industrial applications. • The collaboration focuses on intelligent factory inspection, equipment operation support, logistic…
- 2026-01-13 - Capability - Schaeffler expands humanoid robotics program across its production network - Schaeffler announced plans to deploy humanoid robots across its global manufacturing network. The initiative follows partnerships with multiple humanoid developers and component programs. The company aims to become a preferred technology partner for humanoid…
- 2026-01-13 - Partnership - Schaeffler and Humanoid enter strategic technology partnership - Schaeffler and Humanoid entered a strategic technology partnership for humanoid motion systems. Schaeffler will provide motion components including planetary gear actuator technologies. The collaboration also includes planned deployments of humanoid robots in…
- 2025-12-16 - Product Launch - Schaeffler unveils planetary gear actuator designed for humanoid robots - Schaeffler introduced a planetary gear actuator specifically designed for humanoid robots. The actuator provides high-efficiency motion control and precision for robotic joints. The product expands Schaeffler's motion technology portfolio targeting the humano…
- 2025-12-02 - Partnership - Schaeffler and Helsing sign MoU on drone development and production scale-up - Schaeffler and Helsing signed an MoU to collaborate on drone systems. The agreement covers component supply, resilient supply-chain work and drone production scale-up. The partnership adds manufacturing and supply-chain capacity to Helsing drone development.
- 2025-11-28 - Partnership - Schaeffler and Nanyang Technological University open robotics and AI research lab focused on humanoid technologies - Partnership expanded through a new corporate lab dedicated to robotics and AI research. Collaboration targets technologies for humanoid robots including actuation and intelligent systems. Lab strengthens Schaeffler's role as a component technology partner in…
- 2025-11-04 - Partnership - Schaeffler partners with NEURA Robotics to develop and deploy humanoid robots - Companies agreed to jointly develop key components for humanoid robots, including actuator systems. Partnership includes supply collaboration and integration of NEURA humanoids into Schaeffler's global production network. Schaeffler expects to deploy humanoid…
- 2025-06-12 - Partnership - Schaeffler integrates NVIDIA Omniverse technologies for industrial digital twins and robotics simulation - Collaboration focuses on simulation environments for smart factory operations. Digital twins allow robotics systems and automation workflows to be tested before deployment. Supports development of next-generation autonomous manufacturing systems.
- 2025-04-01 - Partnership - Accenture and Schaeffler Pave the Way for Industrial Humanoid Robots with NVIDIA and Microsoft Technologies - Accenture and Schaeffler presented a Hannover Messe 2025 proof-of-concept for industrial automation scenarios spanning manual work, AMR-supported transport, adaptive manipulators, and general-purpose humanoid robots. The work uses NVIDIA Omniverse-based digit…
- 2025-03-31 - Capability - Schaeffler announces full motion component portfolio for humanoid robots - Schaeffler presented a portfolio of motion components designed for humanoid robots. The lineup includes linear and rotary drive systems, sensors, and control technologies. The company positioned itself as a technology supplier across the humanoid robotics sta…
- 2025-01-06 - Capability - Schaeffler presents humanoid robotics technology portfolio at CES - Schaeffler showcased motion technology solutions designed for humanoid robots at CES. The exhibit highlighted actuator systems and motion control technologies for robotics applications. The demonstration underscored Schaeffler's strategy to position itself as…
- 2024-11-20 - Partnership - Schaeffler and Agility Robotics announce strategic investment and agreement with motion technology company - Schaeffler made a minority investment in Agility Robotics and plans to purchase humanoid robots for its global plant network. Agility Robotics announced the first commercial deployment of humanoid robots with GXO, marking the industry's first Robots-as-a-Serv…
- 2022-08-23 - Partnership - Schaeffler collaborates with Orcadesign on DEX autonomous mobile robot concept and user experience - Orcadesign is listed as the design partner for Schaeffler's DEX autonomous mobile robot (AMR) concept. The collaboration focused on the robot's form factor, touchpoints, and user experience design. DEX positions Schaeffler as not only a component supplier but…
- 2021-04-26 - Partnership - Schaeffler collaborates with ABB Robotics on automation and smart factory technologies - Companies collaborate on industrial automation systems used in manufacturing environments. Schaeffler motion and bearing technologies support robotic automation deployments in smart factories. Partnership aligns with Schaeffler's Industry 4.0 strategy across…
- 2020-07-15 - Partnership - Schaeffler partners with Siemens on digital manufacturing and automation systems - Partnership focuses on digital factory technologies and automation infrastructure. Collaboration includes integrating robotics, industrial software, and production analytics. Forms part of Schaeffler's global smart factory transformation.
- 2019-03-27 - Deployment - Schaeffler integrates KUKA industrial robots in advanced manufacturing automation systems - KUKA robotic systems deployed within Schaeffler production lines for automated manufacturing tasks. Systems used to support precision component manufacturing and logistics automation. Integration forms part of Schaeffler's broader Industry 4.0 smart factory i…
- 2018-11-27 - Product Launch - Schaeffler expands precision motion technology portfolio targeting robotics and industrial automation - Schaeffler expanded its precision motion technology portfolio with components designed for robotics and automation systems. Products include precision bearings, linear systems and drivetrain technologies used in robotic motion control. Portfolio expansion str…
- 2018-10-02 - Deployment - Schaeffler deploys Universal Robots collaborative robots in manufacturing operations - Collaborative robots introduced to support flexible automation in component manufacturing. Systems assist with repetitive tasks and precision handling operations. Deployment reflects Schaeffler's push toward modular automation across production facilities.
- 2017-09-14 - Production Milestone - Schaeffler advances autonomous logistics and robotics automation in manufacturing operations - Schaeffler expanded the use of automated logistics systems and robotics within manufacturing operations. Initiative focused on increasing automation across production lines and internal material handling. Program formed part of Schaeffler's broader digital ma…
Team
- Klaus Rosenfeld - Chief Executive Officer - His role matters because Schaeffler's robotics position is tied to company-level strategy around motion components, industrialization expertise and humanoid robotics partnersh…
Supply chain relationships
- Neura Robotics - Supplier - Schaeffler and NEURA Robotics jointly develop humanoid robot components, including actuator systems.
- ABB Robotics - Integration - Integration of ABB Robotics automation systems with Schaeffler production; smart factory technologies.
- Siemens AG - Integration - Integration of Siemens digital manufacturing and automation systems with Schaeffler production; robotics and industrial software.
- NVIDIA - Integration - Schaeffler uses NVIDIA Omniverse for industrial digital twins, robotics simulation and smart-factory planning.
Relationships
- Helsing - Drone Systems And Production Scale Up Mou - Schaeffler and Helsing signed an MoU covering drone development, production scale-up and autonomous technology cooperation.
- Neura Robotics - Deployment - Schaeffler to deploy NEURA humanoid robots in its factories as part of long-term industrial automation strategy.
- KUKA - Deployment - KUKA robotic systems deployed within Schaeffler production lines for precision component manufacturing and logistics automation.
- Universal Robots - Deployment - Universal Robots collaborative robots deployed in Schaeffler manufacturing operations; modular automation across production facilities.
- Rainbow Robotics - Technology Partner - Rainbow Robotics, Schaeffler and KETI signed an MOU for AI mobile dual-arm robots, with Schaeffler supplying gearboxes.
- Hexagon - Partner - Schaeffler enters strategic partnership with Hexagon Robotics for humanoid actuator supply and AEON factory deployment
- Hexagon - Humanoid Actuators + Aeon Factory Integration - Strategic cooperation on humanoid rotary actuators and AEON deployment across Schaeffler production (Schaeffler press release 2026-04-22).
- Humanoid - Customer - Schaeffler AG has a public supply relationship with Humanoid (HMND).
- Ewellix - Acquired Company - Schaeffler acquired Ewellix, adding linear motion and actuation technology to its industrial business.
- Agility Robotics - Investor - Schaeffler Group made a strategic investment in Agility Robotics and partnered on motion technology for humanoid robot actuation.
- Humanoid - Partner - Schaeffler and Humanoid are partnering on humanoid motion components and planned Schaeffler site deployments.
- Accenture plc - Hannover Messe 2025 Poc - Schaeffler and Accenture demonstrated industrial humanoid automation using NVIDIA Omniverse and Microsoft Fabric.
- Spirit AI - Strategic Cooperation Partner - Schaeffler and Spirit AI cooperate on embodied-intelligence data, humanoid components and industrial applications.
- Leju Robotics - Pilot Site - Schaeffler and Leju cooperate on humanoids for factory inspection, equipment support, logistics and human-robot collaboration.
- VinDynamics - Technology Partner - VinDynamics and Schaeffler signed an MOU for humanoid actuator and motor R&D, validation and SOP planning.
Context tags
- Humanoid joint actuation - Workflow - Schaeffler targets humanoid robot joint actuation with rotary and linear motion systems.
- Actuator component supplier - Stack Layer - Schaeffler supplies actuator components for robotic systems.
- Robot joint actuator supplier - Peer Group - Schaeffler supplies rotary actuators, gearboxes and integrated joint modules for humanoid robotics.
- Factories - Customer Environment - Manufacturing and industrial production environments
- Component supply - Commercial Stage - Core business: industrial components and motion systems
- Robot actuation components - Stack Layer - Actuator components and motion systems for robot platforms
- Precision reducer supplier - Peer Group - Schaeffler supplies precision bearings and gearboxes for robot reducers.
- Integrated motion system supplier - Peer Group - Schaeffler provides integrated motion systems for robotic applications.
- Industrial robot joint motion - Workflow - Schaeffler provides motion components for industrial robot joints.
- Compact high-torque actuation - Capability - Schaeffler bearings and drives enable compact high-torque actuation.
- Reducer gear supplier - Stack Layer - Schaeffler supplies precision gearboxes and bearing-based reducer systems.
- Motion component supplier - Peer Group - Core peer group: motion components and actuator supplier
- Robot joint actuation - Capability - Rotary actuators and motion components for robot joints
- Motion components - Stack Layer - Precision bearings, actuators and motion control components
- Robot joint supply chain - Customer Environment - Schaeffler serves the robot joint and humanoid motion supply chain.
- Industrial robot supply chain - Customer Environment - Schaeffler supplies industrial robot and factory automation motion chains.
Articles
- Schaeffler adds Humanoid to its factory robot network - 2026-05-13 - Schaeffler’s latest agreement with Humanoid adds a second large disclosed factory rollout to a robotics strategy built around actuators, production data, OEM partnerships and internal deployment.
- Hexagon Is Turning AEON Into a Factory Humanoid Strategy - 2026-04-30 - Hexagon is doubling Robotics investment as AEON moves into named industrial pilots with BMW, Schaeffler, Pilatus and Fill.
- Why Schaeffler keeps showing up in humanoid robotics - 2026-04-21 - Schaeffler is building across supply, co-development, research, and deployment in humanoids.
- NEURA’S REPORTED €1B ROUND SITS ON TOP OF A MUCH BROADER EXPANSION STORY - 2026-03-06 - The reported Tether-backed financing is notable on its own, but it also lands after a year of product expansion, acquisitions, and industrial partnerships at NEURA Robotics.
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