The agreement will see Schaeffler and Tang Bearing providing a suite of advanced bearings, tools, and grease, combining Schaeffler’s technical expertise with GIM’s repair and maintenance capabilities to improve turbine reliability.
The partnership builds on Schaeffler’s Partner program, focusing on deepening collaboration and driving growth through strengthened technical competencies and end-user solutions.
Schaeffler, the motion technology company, announces the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Green Innovation & Maintenance (GIM), a leading wind turbine service provider in Thailand, and Tang Bearing, a valued trading and technical partner. The strategic partnership aims to enhance maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services for wind turbines in Thailand.
Under the agreement, Schaeffler and Tang Bearings will provide industry-leading products for the wind energy sector alongside technical trainings, including, but not limited to, main bearings, specialized tools, and premium grease, to support GIM’s maintenance operations.
The partnership comes as Schaeffler looks to strengthen its role as a key technical and service partner in Thailand’s wind sector while supporting GIM’s ambitions to advance its position within Thailand’s growing renewable energy industry.
“This collaboration demonstrates our strong commitment to supporting Thailand’s renewable energy ambitions by delivering advanced technology solutions and expertise tailored to the wind sector,” said Pracharak Ittiwiboon, Head of Sales, Bearings & Industrial Solutions South East Asia.
“We are proud to partner with Schaeffler and Tang Bearing to enhance our capabilities in wind turbine maintenance. By combining GIM’s end-to-end maintanance services with Schaeffler’s technical expertise, and Tang Bearing’s reliable supply network, we are able to better deliver on Thailand’s renewable energy ambitions and provide additional value to our partners,” said, Emmanuel Abdie, Managing Director, Green Innovation & Maintenance.
“This partnership highlights the strength of cooperation between suppliers and technology experts in advancing Thailand’s wind energy sector. By facilitating Schaeffler’s advanced products and working closely with GIM, Tang Bearing remains committed to supporting the reliable operation and growth of Thailand’s renewable energy infrastructure,” said Sommai Alongkornwuttichai, Managing Director, Tang Bearing.
The MoU builds on the strong collaborative partnership between Schaeffler and Tang Bearings through Schaeffler’s Partner program. This program is designed to foster deeper collaboration with partners by enhancing technical competencies, strengthening joint development processes, and driving growth focused on end-user needs.
Additionally, Schaeffler brings over 30 years of experience as a development partner to the wind sector. Working closely with customers and suppliers throughout the entire value chain, Schaeffler ensures its products meet the exacting Schaeffler Wind Power Standard— an approach that the company has successfully established in the automotive and aerospace industries. Key elements include defined change management, strict quality monitoring, comprehensive documentation, selective supplier development, and coordinated, transparent processes.
Beyond its quality standards, Schaeffler offers additional reliability solutions, such as optimal component design using cutting-edge simulation and calculation software. For instance, its LORC test rig—one of the world’s largest and most advanced for large-size bearings—enables testing of bearings up to 15 tons and 3.5 meters in diameter. Furthermore, Schaeffler provides comprehensive facilities for analysing and mitigating White Etching Cracks (WEC), a leading cause of bearing failure in wind turbines, along with condition monitoring technologies that help maximize equipment availability.
“This MoU marks a significant step in expanding our MRO capabilities for the renewable sector,” said David Nevin, President Bearings & Industrial Solutions Japan, South East Asia and Pacific. “Through close collaboration with trusted partners like GIM and Tang Bearing, we aim to be a key technological partner for renewable energy infrastructure and support our customers’ long-term success in this vital and evolving region.”
Schaeffler Group – We pioneer motion
The Schaeffler Group has been driving forward groundbreaking inventions and developments in the field of motion technology for over 75 years. With innovative technologies, products, and services for electric mobility, CO₂-efficient drives, chassis solutions and renewable energies, the company is a reliable partner for making motion more efficient, intelligent, and sustainable – over the entire life cycle. Schaeffler describes its comprehensive range of products and services in the mobility ecosystem by means of eight product families: From bearing solutions and all types of linear guidance systems through to repair and monitoring services. Schaeffler is with around 110,000 employees and more than 250 locations in 55 countries, one of the world’s largest family-owned companies and one of Germany’s most innovative companies.
Green Innovation & Maintenance Co., Ltd
Green Innovation and Maintenance (GIM) is one of the pioneers in the renewable energy industry in Thailand, providing one stop solution for installation and maintenance services of Wind and Solar Farms in Thailand.
Tang Bearings Co., Ltd
Tang Bearings Co. Ltd specializes in industrial machinery spare parts, providing a wide range of bearings and seals to meet various industrial requirements, serving customers nationwide in Thailand for more than 40 years.
