The ZF Group
At a glance
In its nearly 100-year history, ZF has continually grown through new products and technology, as well as through acquisitions and internationalization: from its beginnings as a manufacturer of gear wheels and transmissions for Zeppelin airships to its present form as one of the major international automotive suppliers.
Where innovation meets tradition
For nearly 100 years, the ZF Group has been a reliable and competent partner for global vehicle manufacturers. ZF develops and manufactures products that support the mobility of people and goods. Innovations in driveline and chassis technology ensure better driving dynamics, safety, comfort and cost-effectiveness, and cut consumption and emissions in customers’ vehicles, whether on land, at sea or in the air. Thanks to groundbreaking technology and top quality and service, the benefit to the customer is always at the forefront. This is the key to strengthening our international market position. We develop the vehicle technology of tomorrow today, which is why we invest over 5 percent of our annual total sales in research and development. This guarantees the quality of our products according to global standards and through the continual optimization of our work processes.
Strong values foundation
ZF is a decentralized company with divisions and business units that operate independently and respond flexibly to the needs of our customers. However, the Group sets the strategy of divisions and business units, and the Group's overall interests take priority over the individual interests of divisions and business units. ZF operates according to a long-term and sustainable strategy, which is based on a stable foundation of values and ideals and ensures the financial independence of the enterprise. As a foundation-owned company, ZF holds corporate responsibility to be a central guiding principle. The Group sees itself as an active member of society, and is in constant dialogue with the public and its employees. It supports its employees with regard to qualifications, performance, operational readiness and mobility. It embraces social and community responsibility. Environmental protection is a conscious corporate goal.
