This year marks the 60th anniversary of Nord Drivesystems, a leading global provider of mechanical and electronic drive technology. Founded on 1 April 1965 by G.A. Küchenmeister and Günter Schlicht, the company has grown from a small family business into a worldwide operation employing more than 4,800 people. Today, Nord serves customers across over 100 industries, offering tailored solutions through its modular product range and global network of 48 subsidiaries in 36 countries.

Nord’s evolution has been driven by consistent investment in in-house manufacturing and technological innovation. Key developments include the launch of the UNICASE housing in 1981, decentralised drive technology in 2000, and the recent introduction of high-efficiency IE5+ synchronous motors and DuoDrive systems. In 2025, NORD is adding the NXD BASIC and NXD tupH to its portfolio.

The company surpassed €1 billion in annual sales in 2022/2023, underlining its relevance across industrial sectors. In parallel, Nord is pursuing ambitious goals in sustainability and digitalisation. Its 2025 strategy focuses on reducing energy consumption and CO₂ emissions while enhancing customer support through digital tools such as the myNORD platform and the NORD ECO efficiency analysis service.

With continuous development at its facilities in Germany, Italy, Poland, the USA and China, NORD looks to the future with confidence. As it celebrates six decades of success, the company remains committed to delivering reliable, efficient and innovative drive solutions to meet evolving industry needs worldwide.

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For over 60 years, Nord has been representing reliable and innovative drive solutions