Automotive Supply & Propulsion Technology

Online Business English Course Friedrichshafen

Specialised Business English for Friedrichshafen’s global corporations

Friedrichshafen on Lake Constance is the headquarters of ZF Friedrichshafen — one of the three largest automotive suppliers worldwide with 153,000 employees in 29 countries. Rolls-Royce Power Systems (MTU) employs over 10,000 people here, and the Zeppelin Group has its origins in this city. Our native-speaking trainers offer online private lessons and corporate courses — tailored to automotive, propulsion technology and logistics.

Private lessons from €60/h · Corporate training on request · VAT-exempt

Course Offerings
Since 2004Native speakers only50+ corporate clientsCEFR A1–C2VAT-exempt
Online/English Course Friedrichshafen

Since 2004

20+ years experience

100+

Corporate clients across Germany

Native Speakers

Native speaker trainers

GDPR-compliant

German data protection standards

English in Friedrichshafen — Test Your Knowledge

Test your technical Business English with a Friedrichshafen connection

Question 1 / 5

ZF Friedrichshafen, with around 153,000 employees worldwide, is one of the largest automotive suppliers. The corporate language is English. What is the German word for 'drivetrain'?

Industrial Hub Friedrichshafen

Why Friedrichshafen Needs Business English

Friedrichshafen on Lake Constance, with 63,000 residents, is home to global corporations. ZF Friedrichshafen AG — one of the three largest automotive suppliers worldwide — is headquartered here and employs around 153,000 people in 29 countries. Rolls-Royce Power Systems (MTU) employs over 10,000 people and supplies large engines for the global market. The Zeppelin Group, born in this city, is today an international corporation. As a German language school since 2004, we provide online training specifically tailored to Friedrichshafen’s key industries.

Friedrichshafen Key Industries

Automotive Supply

ZF Friedrichshafen AG

Automotive English, transmission technology, chassis, quality management

Large Engines & Propulsion

Rolls-Royce Power Systems (MTU)

Technical English, engine technology, emissions, international projects

Aerospace

Zeppelin Group, ZEPPELIN GmbH

Aviation English, plant engineering, construction machinery

Maritime Industry

MTU Marine, Zulieferer

Marine English, ship propulsion, international shipyards

Logistics & Commercial Vehicles

ZF Commercial Vehicles, Speditionen

Logistics English, commercial vehicle technology, supply chain

Start in 3 Steps

How Your Online English Course Works

Step 1

Free Placement Test

We assess your current level and professional requirements. Online, straightforward, and free.

Step 2

Individual Learning Plan

Your trainer creates a tailored plan: industry-specific vocabulary, scenarios from your daily work, clear learning objectives.

Step 3

Flexible Live Lessons

Via Zoom, Teams, Meet, or WebEx — morning, noon, or evening. 60 or 90 minutes, individual or small groups.

Why Simmonds?

Simmonds Language School

German language school since 2004
Dedicated trainers with industry experience
Structured curriculum + HR reporting
VAT-exempt
AI avatar 24/7 included

Local Language Schools

General language courses without industry focus
Rotating teachers
No curriculum or progress tracking
VAT unclear
No AI technology

Transparent Pricing

From €60 / hour

VAT-exempt per §4 Nr.21 UStG

Initial Consultation

Free

Placement Test

Free

Hidden Costs

None

FAQ: Online English Course Friedrichshafen

Yes. Our native-speaking trainers have over 20 years of experience with international automotive suppliers. We train industry-specific English for transmission technology, chassis and quality management — tailored to the requirements at ZF Friedrichshafen.

Friedrichshafen is the headquarters of ZF — one of the three largest automotive suppliers worldwide with 153,000 employees in 29 countries. Rolls-Royce Power Systems (MTU) employs over 10,000 people. Business English is the daily working language in these corporations.

Private lessons from €60 per hour, VAT-exempt. Initial consultation and placement test are free. Transparent pricing with no hidden costs.

Yes. We offer 1:1 private lessons with native-speaking trainers. Individual curriculum, flexible scheduling, from €60/hour. Ideal for engineers and managers who want to specifically improve their technical English.

Yes. Mini-groups of 2-4 participants from the same department. Ideal for development teams at ZF or Rolls-Royce Power Systems who want to improve their technical English together.

Free Consultation for Friedrichshafen

Schedule a free initial consultation. We analyse your requirements and create a tailored training concept for your industry in Friedrichshafen.

+49 511 9573 3819

Next Step

Free Needs Analysis

We analyse the English requirements for your role and industry in Friedrichshafen. Then you receive an individual training concept.

How much does it cost?

FormatDurationPrice (approx.)Notes
Online — Standard60 minutes€60–70Zoom, Teams, Meet
Online — Extended90 minutes€90–110Recommended for deeper focus
In-person90 min. (min.)€115–140Berlin or Hanover
Group trainingBy arrangementOn request4–8 participants

Prices depend on format, frequency, and requirements. Language instruction is VAT-exempt (§4 Nr.21 UStG).

Who we work with

DHLToyotaMedia MarktContinentalDeutsche Pop

Die Online-Sessions sind genauso effektiv wie Präsenzunterricht. Sehr flexibel und professionell.

Thomas R., IT-Projektmanager

Nach einem dreimonatigen Intensivtraining konnte ich meine erste internationale Präsentation souverän auf Englisch halten.

Stefan K., Projektleiter, Continental AG

Die kostenlosen Online-Lektionen haben mich überzeugt. Die Qualität des Einzelunterrichts hat meine Erwartungen übertroffen.

Anna H., Marketing Managerin

Improve your English for free

Free online lessons twice a week, vocabulary trainer with 600 words, and a placement test – all without signing up.

Get in touch

Tell us briefly what you need English or German for — we'll suggest the best format for your goals and schedule.

We typically respond within one working day.

What to expect

  • Confident in meetings
  • Persuasive presentations
  • Professional negotiations
  • Texts that work