Kapsch and the history of European telecommunications in the 20th century are inextricably linked. The development of the company since 1892 is marked by growth and success: from a manufacturer of telephones to system supplier for road traffic telematics and telecommunications.
In Czech Republic the company started regular business operations in 1992, when its fullyowned subsidiary Kapsch Telecom spol. s r.o. was established. From the beginning, Kapsch focused its activities in Czechia on comprehensive private communication network solutions, particularly voice and data transfers and processing.
In the Czech Republic, Kapsch is represented by stand-alone entities with clearly defined area of operation. The core task of Kapsch Telematic Services spol. s r.o. is the implementation and the operation of the nation-wide electronic toll system in the Czech Republic, aside from providing and developing advanced telematic services. As member of the Kapsch Group, Kapsch Telematic Services spol. s r.o. can rely on the know-how of Kapsch TraffiCom AG, one leading suppliers of electronic toll collection systems worldwide with its long history and experience of successful implementation of multi-lane free-flow tolling systems.
Kapsch s.r.o. is the supplier of business solutions for voice communication, network and IT and the innovative partner for operators of fixed and mobile networks. As the vendor of modern communication solutions for railways equipped successfully Czech railways (České dráhy) with new railway digital radio system technology. With the acquisition of parts of Nortel’s Carrier Networks Division, Kapsch transforms itself from a regional supplier focused on Central and Southeastern Europe, to a global GSM player. With immediate effect, Kapsch becomes the global market leader for GSM-R (Global System for Mobile Communications-Railway).
The Kapsch Group, headquartered in Vienna, Austria, has about 2600 employees worldwide and is represented through subsidiaries, representative offices and financial interests on every continent. Close to our customers, individual solutions and the high quality of our systems are traditional strengths that have made the Kapsch Group one of the market leaders in the European traffic telematics and communications industries.