SKF has received the Innovation Partner award 2026 from DMG MORI, presented during the company’s Partner Summit at the annual Open House event in Pfronten, Germany. The recognition reflects SKF’s contribution to advancing machine tool performance through the SKF Insight Super‑precision bearing system, an integrated technology that improves the reliability and efficiency of high‑speed spindles. Each year, the DMG MORI Partner Awards highlight leading suppliers across seven categories, including Innovation, Quality, Technology Performance, Delivery Performance, DMQP, Sustainability and Cost Performance. The Innovation Partner award acknowledges suppliers who deliver forward‑looking solutions that enable next‑generation machine tool capabilities.

“We are truly honoured to receive DMG MORI’s Innovation Partner Award for 2026. This recognition reflects the strength of our customer‑centric innovation strategy and the dedication of our teams who continuously push boundaries to deliver intelligent and clean solutions. By combining DMG MORI’s industry expertise with our advanced technologies, we are creating new opportunities to enhance productivity, reliability and customer value in the machine tool sector.”

DMG MORI is driving holistic modernization across automation, digitalization and advanced machining through its Machining Transformation (MX) strategy. SKF supports this transformation by supplying technologies and engineering expertise that enhance machine performance, extend spindle life, and enable cleaner, more sustainable operations. The Innovation Partner award follows the large‑scale implementation of the SKF Insight Super‑precision bearing system. This compact, robust solution monitors load, temperature and vibration directly at spindle level, equipping machine tools for Industry 4.0 readiness. With this data, DMG MORI can optimize lubrication control, improve spindle reliability, extend bearing service life, and increase machining precision. These improvements translate into higher productivity and enhanced workpiece quality for end‑users. “Receiving this award is a proud moment for all of us at SKF. We sincerely thank the DMG MORI leadership for this honour and look forward to deepening our collaboration as they continue to lead technological advancements in the machine tool sector. This milestone reinforces our shared commitment to creating customer‑centric, high‑precision innovations for the future of manufacturing,”.

The recognition underscores the importance of customer‑centric innovation and partnership‑driven cooperation in shaping the future of industrial manufacturing. SKF will continue strengthening collaboration with DMG MORI—accelerating the development of intelligent, clean technologies and supporting customers in driving the next wave of machining progress.  As the collaboration evolves, SKF will further support DMG MORI in advancing the MX strategy, helping boost productivity and reliability, and enhancing machine tools with intelligent capabilities and full automation. Together, both the companies will drive the next generation of smart, connected and environmentally responsible machining solutions.