July 3, 2025 – Siemens has closed the acquisition of EBM-Papst’s Industrial Drive Technology (IDT) division. IDT has approximately 650 employees in Germany (St. Georgen, Lauf and Der Pegnitz), one in Romania (Oradea). Its portfolio includes intelligent and integrated mechatronics and driving systems. These technologies are used in free-moving, unmanned transport systems designed for industrial environments, and promote efficient movement of goods and materials. The acquisition complements Siemens Xcelerator Portfolio and strengthens Siemens’ position as a leading provider of flexible manufacturing automation solutions.
Integrating the new portfolio into existing automation portfolios and leveraging Siemens’ global sales network opens up new markets and critical business possibilities in the field of intelligent, battery-powered drive and robotic solutions.
“We are pleased to announce that Achim Peltz, CEO of the Motion Control Business Unit at Siemens Digital Industries,” said: “Our integrated mechatronic drive systems increase flexibility, productivity and efficiency in the growth of the global market for conveyor and autonomous transportation systems, including mobiles, driverless transportation systems, and shuttles.”
These systems support Siemens sustainability goals by providing energy-efficient solutions and helping create flexible, scalable and safe digital factories. Combined with software-based automation, where automation components are enhanced with IT and software methods, these solutions represent another step towards adaptive production.
EBM-Papst Group first announced its intention to sell the Industrial Drive Technology Division to Siemens in March 2024, with the parties signing an agreement regarding this effect. Sales to Siemens are now complete and IDT can access the international market through Siemens’ global sales organization. This creates new opportunities for innovation and continuous business growth. All employees in the department are handed over to Siemens. Officials agree not to disclose the price.
About Siemens
Siemens AG (Berlin and Munich) is a leading technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, mobility and healthcare. The company’s purpose is to create technology that will change the way you live. By combining the real world and the digital world, Siemens will help customers accelerate digital and sustainability transformation, making factories more efficient, cities more liveable and transportation more sustainable. Siemens, a leader in industrial AI, leverages its deep domain know-how to include real-world applications including AI, which makes it accessible and impactful to customers across a wide range of industries. Siemens also owns a majority stake in the publicly-owned company Siemens Healthiners, a pioneering breakthrough in leading global healthcare health technology providers. For everyone. Anywhere. Be sustainable. In fiscal year 2024, which ended September 30, 2024, the Siemens Group generated €75.9 billion in revenue and net income of €9 billion. As of September 30, 2024, the company employs approximately 312,000 people worldwide based on its continuing operations.
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