Headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden, the SKF Group is one of the world’s most renowned pioneers and manufacturers in bearing technology. In 1905, Sven Wingquist invented the revolutionary self‑aligning double‑row ball bearing, a breakthrough that solved the long‑standing problem of shaft misalignment in heavy‑duty machinery. Two years later, in 1907, he founded Svenska Kullagerfabriken — the company widely known today as SKF.

This landmark invention became the cornerstone of its global expansion. For more than a century, SKF has evolved from a bearing manufacturer into a comprehensive supplier of rotating equipment solutions, covering bearings, seals, lubrication systems, condition monitoring and maintenance services. It consistently invests in R&D to deliver high‑precision, durable and reliable products for industries such as machinery, automotive, mining, energy and aerospace. Even after over a hundred years, SKF remains committed to technological innovation and continues to provide trusted, high‑performance solutions to partners across the globe.