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for demanding applications
Freudenberg Material EXpertise
One of Freudenberg's unique core elements is our material expertise.
Over the years, we have developed numerous high-performing and technically demanding materials to meet customer requirements. These outstanding materials are the basis of our technologies and products across all business groups. The pictures and animations shown are AI-enhanced illustrations of microscopic images of materials developed by Freudenberg.
AI-enhanced illustrations/animations based on microscopic images of materials created by Freudenberg.
Freudenberg Business Groups
Expertise across industries
In the world of technology, Freudenberg is everywhere. Our innumerable seals, vibration control components, technical textiles, filters, cleaning solutions, specialty chemicals, medical technology products and e-mobility solutions are just some of the innovations from our Business Groups driving our customers’ success. The high level of performance from our products is a result of our close collaboration between our customers and partners.
Financials for 2025
Freudenberg holds its ground in a challenging environment – strong key financial figures in 2025 underscore stability and future viability of the Group.
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OPPORTUNITIES AWAIT YOU AT FREUDENBERG
This is our promise to you.
People who join Freudenberg want to make a difference for themselves, the company and beyond. Our employees are part of an inclusive, globally connected and digital environment that supports team collaboration across continents.
Whether in production, engineering, or corporate functions, you will have the opportunity to reach your full potential with us. Through our innovations, we not only improve everyday life for many people but also enable our customers to work more efficiently.
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Freudenberg FAQ
The Freudenberg Group is a global, family-owned technology and materials company headquartered in Weinheim, Germany. Founded in 1849, Freudenberg develops advanced materials and components for industrial and consumer markets worldwide. The company operates across multiple specialized business groups and is known for its long-term orientation, engineering expertise, and innovation in materials science.
Freudenberg specializes in advanced materials, sealing technologies, vibration control, filtration solutions, technical textiles, specialty chemicals, and performance components. The company applies deep materials science expertise to develop customized engineering solutions for demanding industrial applications.
Yes, Freudenberg is a family-owned global technology group with continuous family ownership since its founding in 1849. As a privately held company, Freudenberg focuses on long-term innovation, sustainable growth, and stable customer partnerships rather than short-term market expectations. This ownership model supports strategic continuity and responsible corporate governance.
Freudenberg is headquartered in Weinheim, Germany. The company manages its global operations from this location while maintaining production facilities, research centers, and sales offices in around 60 countries worldwide. This international footprint enables Freudenberg to serve regional markets while operating as a globally integrated technology group.
Freudenberg is one of the world’s leading diversified technology groups. The company employs more than 50,000 people globally and operates hundreds of sites across approximately 60 countries. With activities in around 40 market segments, Freudenberg combines global scale with specialized technical expertise.
Freudenberg serves a wide range of industries, including automotive, industrial manufacturing, energy, healthcare, construction, and consumer goods. The company provides application-specific solutions tailored to the technical and regulatory requirements of each sector. Many of Freudenberg’s products are integrated into mission-critical systems that require safety, efficiency, and long service life.
Freudenberg develops advanced sealing systems, vibration and damping technologies, filtration solutions for air and liquids, high-performance technical textiles, specialty chemical products, and surface treatment technologies. These technologies are based on extensive materials science research and engineering know-how. Freudenberg focuses on improving system performance, energy efficiency, and product longevity.
The Freudenberg Group is organized into several independent business groups, each focused on specific technologies and markets. This decentralized structure allows entrepreneurial flexibility while leveraging shared materials expertise and global infrastructure. The structure enables Freudenberg to respond quickly to market needs while maintaining technological depth.
Freudenberg integrates sustainability-related topics into its corporate strategy and operational processes. Specific areas of activity include reducing greenhouse gas emissions, improving energy efficiency and using resources more efficiently. Measures, KPIs, reporting boundaries and progress are described in the sustainability reporting.
Freudenberg drives innovation through continuous investment in research and development, close customer collaboration, and cross-business technology transfer. The company operates global R&D centers that advance materials science and applied engineering solutions. By combining long-term strategic thinking with technical expertise, Freudenberg develops technologies that address evolving industrial and sustainability challenges.
