From 87 million euros in 2023 to 99 million euros in 2024: the Austria-based software manufacturer COPA-DATA achieved turnover growth of 14 per cent in 2024 as its consistently positive development continues. The number of employees is also growing dynamically: at the end of 2024, the family business employed 450 people worldwide – up from 400 a year earlier.
Anti-cyclical investments, a focus on growth-orientated sectors, strategic job expansion, targeted personnel development and a high level of customer satisfaction are some of the many reasons for COPA-DATA’s growth. The software manufacturer is represented at 29 locations worldwide. From these locations, it supports customers locally with qualified sales and service personnel. “Last year’s success shows us that we are on the right track. We sincerely thank our customers for their trust,” said Phillip Werr, Member of the Executive Board. “The team deserves great recognition; their passion, commitment and sound expertise are the key drivers of our success.”
New subsidiary in Japan
The company’s success is also reflected in the growth of the global team. Stefan Reuther, Member of the Executive Board commented ”over the years, we have established ourselves as a reliable and attractive employer. We are actively counteracting the shortage of skilled labor and are able to recruit employees all over the world.” This can be seen in Japan, for example. COPA-DATA founded a subsidiary in Tokyo in 2024. “The location fits with our growth strategy. We are moving closer to our customers in one of the world’s largest economies,” emphasized Stefan Reuther. Further investments in Austria and internationally are planned for 2025.
Participation in the World Economic Forum
In addition to participating in over 50 trade fairs throughout the year, COPA-DATA was part of the World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting in Davos, Switzerland, at the beginning of 2024. Since then, the software manufacturer has taken part in other international WEF events as an Associate Partner. COPA-DATA contributes as an innovation leader, working at multiple levels with global players from the manufacturing and energy sectors. Core focus areas include sustainability and digitalization, including participation in WEF’s Industry Net Zero Accelerator initiative. Because the zenon software platform helps to make production more resource-efficient and energy-efficient, COPA-DATA’s perspective provides valuable insights. The company’s collaboration with WEF continues through 2025.
COPA-DATA / Lukas Jahn
Software manufacturer COPA-DATA achieved a turnover of 99 million euros in 2024. Its headquarters are located in the city of Salzburg, Austria.
Shaping megatrends
zenon offers solutions for the megatrends of digitalization, automation and sustainability. The zenon software platform spans disciplines both technologically and across locations. As such, COPA-DATA is a pioneer of ”modular production,” helping to make processes more flexible and efficient, especially in pharmaceutical manufacturing. zenon also has a global presence in the energy industry and supports the modernization and expansion of electrical grids. In this way, it supports the transition toward renewable energies.
COPA-DATA / Florian Mitterer
Managing the fortunes of the family business (from left to right): Phillip Werr (Member of the Management Board, CMO and COO), Thomas Punzenberger (CEO), Stefan Reuther (Member of the Management Board, CSO).
Safeguarding independence
In 2024, the Punzenberger family established a family foundation and transferred ownership of the group of companies to it. “This is how we will secure the long-term independence and future of the company,” explained founder and Chief Executive Officer Thomas Punzenberger regarding the decision to take this step. His sons, Felix and Lukas are now also contributing to the company as managers of technical teams.
