The Schaeffler Group has acquired Chemnitz-based software firm autinity systems GmbH, which specialises in the digital collection and analysis of machine data in real-time. This acquisition allows Schaeffler to strengthen its data capture and status monitoring capability as key elements of computer-aided production. The move highlights Schaeffler’s ongoing pursuit of its digital agenda.

A team headed by lead partner Dr Hendrik Hirsch advised Schaeffler on all legal aspects of this transaction in the field of Smart Factory/Industry 4.0. The purchase price was not disclosed.

The Schaeffler Group is a global automotive and industrial supplier. Headquartered in Herzogenaurach and Schweinfurt, it specialises in precision components for a wide range of industrial applications. In 2016, the technology company generated sales of around EUR 13.3 billion. Some 87,900 employees make Schaeffler one of the world’s largest family-owned companies. With around 170 locations in more than 50 countries, it has a global network of production sites, research and development facilities and sales companies.

Chemnitz-based autinity systems GmbH develops software for automatic data collection, processing, storage and delivery, specialising in the optimisation of work processes in manufacturing industry.

CMS Germany

Dr. Hendrik Hirsch, Lead Partner
Dr. Holger Pattberg, Counsel, beide M&A
Marcus Fischer, Counsel, Tax
Dr. Markus Häuser, Partner
Dr. Michael Dorner, Counsel, beide IT

Inhouse Schaeffler Technologies

Dr. Alexandra Zech