Markus Schweininger

Markus Schweininger works for the Schaeffler Group as VP Legal- Export Control & Sanctions and oversees all Export Controls and Sanctions topics globally.

In his role he developed and implemented a comprehensive Export Control Compliance Management System and Governance structure in all entities globally to ensure trade is conducted in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. His global team is in charge of setting the framework, policies and procedures, providing training and awareness, making all export control and sanction related decisions, exercise governance and monitor compliance.

Markus has more than 25 years of experience in the area of Export Control, Sanctions and Customs in various leadership and expert roles navigating through the diverse regulatory environment with its potential overlaps and conflicts. He previously worked for various large US and German companies in a variety of industry sectors such as Food & Agriculture, Telecommunication and High-Tech. Before joining Schaeffler he was the Global Head of Trade Governance & Export Control with equivalent responsibilities at a leading German pharmaceutical company.

The Schaeffler Group has been driving forward groundbreaking inventions and developments in the field of motion technology for 80 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 by means of eight product families: from bearing solutions and all types of linear guidance systems through to repair and monitoring services. With around 110,000 employees and more than 250 locations in 55 countries, Schaeffler is one of the world’s largest family-owned companies and ranks among Germany’s most innovative companies.