Siemens Completes Acquisition of ebm-papst's Industrial Drive Technology Business
Nuremberg, July 1, 2025
Key Highlights
- The acquisition strengthens Siemens' position as a leading technology company in factory automation and digitalization.
- It is a strategic addition to the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio.
- There are major growth opportunities in the field of intelligent, battery-powered drive solutions.
- The new portfolio has been integrated as Simotics E.
Siemens AG has finalized the acquisition of ebm-papst's industrial drive technology business, which will be marketed as "Mechatronic Systems" at Siemens. This business unit employs approximately 650 individuals and offers intelligent, integrated mechatronic systems within the extra-low voltage protection range. These systems are utilized in innovative driving solutions for free-moving, driverless transport systems and other applications.
This acquisition enhances the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio, reinforcing Siemens' leadership in flexible manufacturing automation solutions. By integrating this new portfolio into its existing automation offerings and leveraging its global sales network, Siemens aims to access new markets and unlock significant business potential in intelligent, battery-powered drive and robot solutions.
Achim Peltz, CEO of the Motion Control Business Unit at Siemens Digital Industries, stated, "The new portfolio elements significantly expand and enhance our offerings to customers who want to automate and digitalize their production processes in smart factories. Our integrated mechatronic drive systems offer increased flexibility, productivity, and efficiency in the growing global market for conveyor and autonomous transport systems, including mobile robots, driverless transport systems, and shuttles." He further noted that their seamless compatibility with Simatic controllers and the software-based safety solution Safe Velocity for mobile robotics provide additional advantages.
Expanded Portfolio and Innovations
The expanded portfolio features two primary variants: the Simotics E-1EE1 (brushless internal rotors), ideal for battery-powered conveying, storage, and sorting systems, and the Simotics E-1EV1 (brushless outrunners), which offer high efficiency and compact design for intralogistics applications. These are available in 24 V and 48 V versions. The portfolio also includes transmission solutions, exclusively offered with Simotics E motors. A key innovation is the Simotics E ArgoDrive driver steering system, specifically designed to meet the increasing demands of intralogistics and automated production. Available in Light, Standard, and Heavy variants, it provides safe and precise omnidirectional control for automated guided vehicles, even under heavy loads.
These systems support Siemens' sustainability objectives by delivering energy-efficient solutions and contributing to the creation of flexible, scalable, and secure digital factories. The newly integrated business operates from three locations: two in Germany (St. Georgen and Lauf an der Pegnitz) and one in Romania (Oradea).
The ebm-papst Group initially announced its intention to sell its Industrial Drive Technology (IDT) division to Siemens AG in March 2024. The sale has now been completed, granting IDT access to the international market through Siemens' global sales organization, fostering new opportunities for innovation and business growth. All employees from the division have been integrated into Siemens. The parties involved have agreed not to disclose the transaction price.
Visuals and Further Information
The newly integrated Simotics E portfolio is depicted in an accompanying image, showcasing the various drive components.
For the full press release and press pictures, please visit: https://sie.ag/3TdU9i
For more information on Simotics E, please visit: http://www.siemens.com/simotics-e
Contact for Journalists
Katharina Rebbereh
Phone: +49 172 841 35 39
E-mail: katharina.rebbereh@siemens.com
Follow Siemens on Social Media
About Siemens Digital Industries
Siemens Digital Industries (DI) supports companies of all sizes in the process and discrete manufacturing industries to accelerate their digital and sustainability transformation across their entire value chain. Siemens' advanced automation and software portfolio revolutionizes product and production design, realization, and optimization. Through Siemens Xcelerator, the open digital business platform, this process becomes even simpler, faster, and more scalable. In collaboration with its partners and ecosystem, Siemens Digital Industries enables customers to become a sustainable Digital Enterprise. Siemens Digital Industries employs approximately 70,000 people worldwide.
About Siemens AG
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 transforms everyday life for everyone. By integrating the real and digital worlds, Siemens empowers customers to accelerate their digital and sustainability transformations, leading to more efficient factories, more livable cities, and more sustainable transportation. As a leader in industrial AI, Siemens leverages its deep domain expertise to apply AI, including generative AI, to real-world applications, making AI accessible and impactful for customers across various industries. Siemens also holds a majority stake in the publicly listed Siemens Healthineers, a global leader in medical technology pioneering healthcare breakthroughs.
In fiscal year 2024, which concluded on September 30, 2024, the Siemens Group achieved revenue of €75.9 billion and a net income of €9.0 billion. As of September 30, 2024, the company had approximately 312,000 employees worldwide based on continuing operations. More information is available on the internet at www.siemens.com.
