Augsburg / Muskegon / Cincinnati, October 23, 2025 – RENK Group, RENK America, and RENK America Marine and Industry are proud to announce their recognition by the American Gear Manufacturers Association (AGMA) for outstanding contributions to the development and support of AGMA standards. The awards were presented on October 22, 2025, in Detroit, Michigan.
The award specifically acknowledges the team’s work on the ANSI/AGMA 6011-K25 Specification for High-Speed Helical Gear Units, a key standard supporting performance, safety, and quality across the defense and industrial sectors.
Two experts from RENK Group, Alexander William Minton and Dietmar Sterns, were personally honored for their technical expertise and contributions. In addition, RENK America in Muskegon, Michigan, and RENK America Marine and Industry (formerly Cincinnati Gearing Systems) in Cincinnati, Ohio, were recognized as well for their roles in advancing gear manufacturing standards. Cincinnati Gearing Systems co-founded AGMA in 1917, and RENK America Marine and Industry continues to support and participate in AGMA.
Ian Pain, CEO of RENK America, said: “This recognition from AGMA reflects the dedication and expertise of our teams in Cincinnati, Muskegon, and across RENK Group. Standards like ANSI/AGMA 6011-K25 ensure our products deliver the reliability and precision that our defense and industrial customers depend on every day. We are honored to stand alongside AGMA in shaping the future of gear manufacturing and proud to see our engineers and facilities recognized for their leadership and innovation.”
RENK Group, a leading supplier of drive solutions for military and civil applications, providing precision gear solutions for the U.S. Navy and integrating advanced gear technologies into propulsion systems supporting the U.S. Army and its allies. RENK America in Muskegon, Michigan, recently accomplished a meaningful milestone by building their 4000th HMPT 800 transmission Transmission The function of a vehicle transmission is to adjust the torque and speed, and to transfer engine power to the drive wheels. that powers the U.S. Army’s Medium Tracked Vehicle Fleet. This recognition highlights RENK’s strong partnership with AGMA and its commitment to innovation, reliability, and industry leadership.
About the RENK Group AG
Headquartered in Augsburg, Germany, RENK Group AG is a globally leading manufacturer of mission-critical propulsion solutions across diverse military and civil end markets. Our product portfolio includes gear units, transmissions Transmission The function of a vehicle transmission is to adjust the torque and speed, and to transfer engine power to the drive wheels. , power-packs, hybrid propulsion systems, suspension systems Suspension systems Suspension systems are designed to dampen the shocks and vibrations experienced when driving on uneven terrain. , slide bearings Slide bearings Slide bearings facilitate the low-friction movement of shafts by coming into direct contact with a sliding surface. , couplings Couplings Couplings are used to connect two shafts for the transmission of torque, and to compensate for misalignment or movement. & clutches and test systems Test systems Test systems evaluate the functionality, load capacity and wear of technical components under realistic conditions. . With this broad product portfolio RENK Group AG serves, in particular, customers in industries for military vehicles, naval, civil marine, and industrial applications focused on energy. In the fiscal year 2024, RENK Group AG generated revenue of EUR 1.14 billion. RENK Group AG has been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since February 7, 2024, and has been a member of the MDAX since March 24, 2025.
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