Schaeffler is now a partner for rolling bearing technology in the Alstom AllianceTM programme. Schaeffler has supplied Alstom for many years with axlebox bearings along with housings, drive bearings for rail vehicle gearboxes and motors, and slewing rings for underground trains and trams. Schaeffler is the only partner company in the Alstom AllianceTM in the commodity of rolling bearing technology. Through the partnership, the two companies hope to further expand their business, develop new technologies and spur their growth over the long term.
“We are very happy that our customer Alstom has included us in its partner programme Alstom AllianceTM. Together, we want to not only achieve but also continuously improve our high standards in quality and sustainability. The partnership will enable a long-term exchange of experience and knowledge, which will especially benefit the development and design of rolling bearings and thus, in turn, contribute to reliable and safe rail transport,” says Sascha Zaps, CEO Bearings & Industrial Solutions at Schaeffler AG.
“We are proud to welcome our partner Schaeffler to the Alstom AllianceTM programme. This partnership reflects the strong relationship between our two companies and our shared commitment to building a long-term journey toward success,” says Guirec Turquet de Beauregard, Alstom Procurement Domain Director for Electrical & Propulsion.
Long-term partnerships with strategic suppliers Alstom launched the Alstom AllianceTM programme in 2015 in order to be able to offer customers high-quality, cost-effective products and services in a competitive market. The aim is to build long-term partnerships with strategic suppliers for the development and implementation of innovative, reliable and more sustainable solutions, covering all phases from conceptual design to delivery.
Remanufacturing for economical and ecological railway operations In the area of bearing remanufacturing or reconditioning, Schaeffler is currently expanding its offerings in order to support Alstom regionally with this service and contribute toward achieving the sustainability targets of the train manufacturer. For businesses in rail transport, too, use of the circular economy system is one of the main approaches for achieving greater sustainability. Bearing reconditioning can result in resource savings of up to 95%, depending on the extent of reconditioning. At the same time, Schaeffler offers the same quality and safety standards with its 100% return service and delivers the bearings with the same warranty as for new products.
With a common understanding of sustainability, Schaeffler and Alstom participate in various initiatives and associations to help improve the effectiveness of sustainability management through use of standardised measures and processes. Through their membership in the ‘Railsponsible’ initiative, Schaeffler and Alstom underscore their commitment to greater sustainability in the railway industry. In addition, Schaeffler’s Platinum status, resulting from an EcoVadis sustainability score of 81/100 points, reflects the excellence of its sustainability practices and its unwavering dedication to environmental and social responsibility.
