Business model

We aim to improve quality of life in urban environments by pro­vid­ing the best mobility solutions across buildings for the benefit of all our stakeholders.

People

Schindler relies on a highly skilled and diverse global team of over 70 000 employees.

Brand

Since 1874, Schindler has been offering innovative mobility solutions to keep cities moving and to foster the Schindler brand as a reliable and responsible partner.

Operations

Schindler has production sites located in eight countries, encompassing final part production and assembly. Schindler relies on a global logistics network to transport components from production sites to consolidation hubs and construction sites. The Group operates across five continents in over 100 countries.

Suppliers

Schindler engages with a global network of over 57 000 suppliers, including subcontractors. Schindler purchases production materials from over 11 500 suppliers at a total cost of over CHF 2 100 million.

Technology and innovation

Schindler operates R&D and digital hubs, materialized by approximately 1 300 patent families and approximately 7 800 active patents and patent applications worldwide. In 2023, Schindler invested CHF 194 million in R&D to enhance products and services. In addition, Schindler runs a global network of Technical Operation Centers that monitor digitally connected elevators in real time.

Planet

Schindler relies on environmental resources, including energy and raw and recycled materials, for production, operations, and product use. The Group’s total energy consumption in 2023 was 687 484 MWh.

Finances

Schindler’s profitable business allows us to conduct the necessary investments in our long-term sustainable business development.

People

Schindler offers a safe, inclusive, and diverse environment with growth opportunities and training. In 2023, the Group paid CHF 4 308 million in salaries and social benefits.

Society

Schindler aims to enhance the quality of life in urban environments by providing the best mobility solutions across buildings. As a responsible corporate citizen, Schindler also contributes to society via an effective global tax rate of 20.4%.

Customers

Schindler’s products and services support customers in developing and operating more livable, efficient, and sustainable buildings and transpor­tation hubs. With its global portfolio, Schindler moves over two billion people daily.

Planet

Schindler enables densely populated cities with limited land to grow vertically, by providing energy-efficient elevators and escalators, and making existing buildings more energy-­efficient through modernization.

Shareholders

Schindler strives to create long-term value for its stakeholders, including shareholders.