Christian Haedge

ZF Friedrichshafen AG provides driveline and chassis as well as active and passive safety technology solutions. The company was founded on August 20, 1915 by Alfred Count von Soden-Fraunhofen and Alfred Colsman and is headquartered in Friedrichshafen, Germany.

Saurer AG manufactures textile machinery and components. It offers pre-spinning, roving frame, ring spinning, compact spinning, rotor spinning, winding, twisting and embroidery machines. The firm’s brands include Allma, Jintan, Saurer Embroidery, Schlafhorst, Volkmann and Zinser. IIt offers machinery components under the brand names that include Accotex, Daytex, Fibrevision, Heberlein, Temco and Texparts. The company was founded in 1853 and is headquartered in Wattwil, Switzerland.

Saurer GmbH & Co. KG manufactures spinning and textile machines used to produce man-made fibers. The core competences include spinning and texturing systems as well as the production of the corresponding components such as take-up heads, pumps and godets. Its primary markets are Asia, in particular China as well as Taiwan and Europe. The company is headquartered in Monchengladbach, Germany.

Kiekert AG develops and manufactures automotive closure system technology. It also develops, produces and sells tailor-made solutions for its customers. Its products include side-door latches, latch modules, liftgate latches and actuators (mini actuators, power closing, sliding-door actuators) for the automotive industry. The company was founded in 1857 and is headquartered in Heiligenhaus, Germany.

Unterfränkische Überlandzentrale eG is a company based in Lülsfeld, Germany, with subsidiaries in Germany. The private company engages in the supply of electricity. The CEO of the company is Elmar Henke.

ZF North America, Inc. manufactures transmission and driveline components for passenger cars, light trucks, buses, and heavy-duty trucks. Its products include clutches, actuators, steering systems, suspensions, and differentials. The firm also makes clutches and machine drives for industrial machinery such as printing machines and industrial robots. The company was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Northville, MI.

CARAT Systementwicklungs & Marketing GmbH & Co. KG is a German company that offers a range of services to independent automotive businesses. The private company is based in Mannheim, Germany. CARAT provides a broad range of vehicle parts from major manufacturers in original equipment quality, as well as a strong range of own-brand products. The company also offers a comprehensive selection of tools and equipment. CARAT is a founding member of the AUTODISTRIBUTION INTERNATIONAL (ADI), a leading international cooperation of automotive wholesale companies, and is focused on expanding its network in the independent aftermarket. Additionally, CARAT offers a system called FAHRWERK, which is aimed at independent automotive businesses and provides a range of services, including a broad range of parts, tools, and equipment. The CEO of the company is Thomas Vollmar.

Founded in 1973, ZF Services UK Ltd. is a subsidiary of Zeppelin-Stiftung and supplies spare parts for the automobile industry. The company is based in Lenton, UK.

BROSA AG manufactures high quality and customized force sensors. The private company is based in Tettnang, Germany. The German company was founded by Erich Brosa.

CAG Holding GmbH operates a holding company with interest in aluminum die casting. It also provides plastic, chemical, industrial, office, wood, glass, adhesive, transport packaging materials, and packaging equipment. The company is headquartered in Vienna, Austria.

Part of Lemfoerder International AG & Co. KG, ZF Lemfoerder GmbH is a technology company based in Lemfoerde, Germany. The German company supplies systems for passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and industrial technology.

PFISTERER Holding AG operates as holding company through its subsidiaries manufactures energy infrastructure systems. Its products include cable systems, contact systems, overhead lines, railway catenary systems, safety equipment and energy supply system. The company was founded in 1921 and is headquartered in Winterbach, Germany.

Flughafen Friedrichshafen GmbH operates as a domestic airport. It offers parking, airport travel shops, duty-free shops, cafe and restaurants. The company was founded in 1913 and is headquartered in Friedrichshafen, Germany.

Verband der Automobilindustrie eV (VDA) operates as an association for the German automotive industry. The company is based in Berlin, Germany. Marcus Bollig has been the CEO of the German company since 2022.

Verband Deutscher Maschinen- und Anlagenbau eV, also known as VDMA, is an association that represents around 3,600 German and European companies in the mechanical and plant engineering industry. The non-profit company is based in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, and has subsidiaries in Portugal. The VDMA offers a wide range of services and benefits to its members, including access to expert knowledge and a unique network of machine builders. The association helps its members to stay informed about industry trends and to use them as a competitive advantage. The CEO of the German company is Thilo Brodtmann.