Founded in 1872 by merchant Wilhelm Friedrich Scheidt and engineer Carl Bachmann in Mönchengladbach, Germany, Scheidt & Bachmann has evolved from a mechanical engineering company to a globally operating system provider. Today, in its fifth generation, the company remains a values-oriented family business that operates long-term and sustainably[1][3][5].
Scheidt & Bachmann focuses on four core business areas:
The mission of Scheidt & Bachmann is to make mobility as pleasant and sustainable as possible. The company works closely with mobility providers worldwide to support transport-relevant systems and keep millions of people and goods in motion.
The company's values include:
These values shape the corporate community and are lived in all national and international companies[3][5].
Scheidt & Bachmann is committed to sustainable mobility and works to shape the future of mobility together with customers and partners. The company promotes innovative ideas and their implementation, supported by flat hierarchies and diverse career opportunities. The long-term and sustainable orientation of the company is reflected in investing in generations rather than quarters[3][5].
With approximately 3,500 employees at its headquarters in Mönchengladbach and in around 30 subsidiaries worldwide, Scheidt & Bachmann is represented in more than 50 countries. The global locations include Belgium, France, the United Kingdom, Canada, the Netherlands, Austria, Poland, Russia, Switzerland, Slovakia, Spain, the USA, and many more[1][3][5].
Scheidt & Bachmann remains a pioneer in the development and implementation of intelligent mobility solutions that keep millions of people in motion every day. Through its innovative systems and strong values focus, the company significantly contributes to technological progress and sustainable mobility.
