Schaeffler AG Timeline

Events

• 2026-08-13 - Product Launch - Schaeffler unveils formed strain-wave gearboxes for humanoid robots - Schaeffler says its forming process lowers manufacturing cost by more than 25 percent and material consumption by more than 75 percent compared with conventional precision machining. Production is scheduled to start in Germany in 2027 before being rolled out… - source: schaeffler.com
• 2026-08-05 - Market Signal - Schaeffler discloses €350m humanoid-robotics order book - More than 50 humanoid sample orders were recorded during 2026. Production launches span three customers and seven products. Schaeffler was nominated to supply components for XPENG?s Iron humanoid, with production planned for Q4 2026. - source: schaeffler.com
• 2026-07-02 - Award - Acumino, DXC and Schaeffler win STARTUP AUTOBAHN anniversary award - Corporate partners selected the project from 12 previous Plug and Play Innovation Award winners. The collaboration applies Acumino's skill-specific AI models to packaging automation in Schaeffler production. DXC Technology contributes industrial deployment… - source: expo2026.pnptc.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… - source: schaeffler.com
• 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… - source: stcn.com
• 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… - source: thehumanoid.ai
• 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… - source: schaeffler.com
• 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… - source: vingroup.net
• 2026-04-15 - Partnership - ROKAE and Schaeffler agree humanoid joint supply programme - Schaeffler contributes customized torque sensors and harmonic drives. The companies will jointly commission and optimize integrated joint modules. The agreement was announced on 15 April 2026. - source: rokae.com
• 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… - source: finanzwire.com
• 2026-01-13 - Org Change - 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… - source: schaeffler.com
• 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… - source: schaeffler.com
• 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… - source: schaeffler.us
• 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. - source: reuters.com
• 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… - source: schaeffler.com
• 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… - source: schaeffler.com
• 2025-09-03 - Partnership - DXC, Acumino and Schaeffler advance AI-driven packaging automation - Schaeffler identified packaging-automation use cases for Acumino's human-in-the-loop robot training system. DXC contributed industrial IoT deployment expertise to help transfer the approach to additional industrial partners. The collaboration had already… - source: investors.dxc.com
• 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. - source: blogs.nvidia.com
• 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… - source: newsroom.accenture.com
• 2025-03-31 - Product Launch - 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… - source: schaeffler.com
• 2025-01-06 - Demonstration - 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… - source: schaeffler.us
• 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… - source: agilityrobotics.com
• 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… - source: red-dot.org
• 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… - source: schaeffler.com
• 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. - source: press.siemens.com
• 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… - source: kuka.com
• 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… - source: schaeffler.com
• 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. - source: universal-robots.com
• 2017-09-14 - Deployment - 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… - source: schaeffler.com
• 2016-04-25 - Market Signal - Schaeffler launches Industry 4.0 smart factory program integrating robotics and automation - Schaeffler introduced an Industry 4.0 manufacturing program integrating robotics, automation and digital production systems. Initiative aimed to modernize manufacturing operations with smart factories, digital twins and automated logistics. Program laid the… - source: schaeffler.com