Interview with the software company IVU Traffic Technologies AG
IVU Traffic Technologies AG has been strengthening Leipzig's dynamic economic landscape since 2022. As an important transport hub in Central Germany, Leipzig offers the perfect basis for the leading provider of intelligent transport solutions with its excellent infrastructure and as a centre for technology and research. The local universities and research institutes ensure a constant influx of highly qualified specialists, making the city an attractive location for future-oriented companies such as IVU.
How did the history of IVU Traffic Technologies AG begin?
‘IVU was founded in 1976 by five TU Berlin graduates. From the very beginning, our goal was to make public transport more efficient and environmentally friendly. Today, more than 500 transport companies worldwide rely on our solutions, which are characterised by low development costs and rapid deployment. It is particularly important to us to offer our employees an appreciative environment in which they can fully develop their talents.’
What services/products does your company offer?
‘Our IVU.suite is an integrated complete system that covers all the tasks of a transport company - from planning and scheduling, operations control and ticketing to passenger information and the billing of transport contracts.’
How many employees does IVU Traffic Technologies AG have in total?
‘We currently have over 800 engineers from 42 different countries working for us.’
What other locations does IVU have besides Leipzig?
‘In addition to our headquarters in Berlin and the Leipzig site, we are represented in a total of 19 cities, including Aachen, Frankfurt am Main, Vienna, Rome and New York, to name just a few.’
How did the Leipzig location come about? Why did you choose this location?
‘Leipzig was a strategic choice for us due to the excellent reputation of Leipzig University and the Institute of Computer Science in particular. The proximity to our headquarters in Berlin, to which Leipzig is connected by a fast ICE train, also facilitates internal communication and strengthens team spirit.’
What goals/developments are planned at the Leipzig site?
‘Our main goal in Leipzig at the moment is to build up a motivated team of developers who will actively shape the public transport of the future.’
What advantages does the region offer your company and how do you utilise them?
‘The high number of graduates from Leipzig University is a clear locational advantage. The city also offers a high quality of life and a lively cultural and art scene, which makes it very attractive for skilled workers.’
What role does your company play in the region and how do you contribute to its development?
‘As an attractive employer, we not only offer jobs, but also promote the professional and personal development of our employees, which in turn benefits the entire region.’
What were the biggest challenges in setting up your company in Leipzig?
‘We thought it would be a big challenge to find the right premises at a reasonable price. Invest Region Leipzig actively supported us here and our employees feel very comfortable in our great new premises in the centre of the city, within walking distance of all transport hubs and just a stone's throw from the Institute of Computer Science at Leipzig University. It was very helpful for us that Invest Region Leipzig is so well connected and was able to open many doors for us.’
Are you still looking for staff? If so, what profiles or requirements should new employees have?
‘Yes, we are always looking for software developers and project engineers to strengthen our team. Interested parties can find out about current vacancies on our website.’
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Outlook
IVU Traffic Technologies AG plans to further expand its presence in the region in the future. This includes the introduction of new technologies and the expansion of cooperation with local educational and research institutions in order to drive forward the development of innovative transport solutions. The focus will be on further networking and digitalisation of the transport infrastructure in order to establish Leipzig as a leading innovation centre for transport technology.
