The COPA-DATA Group finished the 2024 financial year with earnings of €99 million and a growth rate of 14 percent, further consolidating its global market presence. In the CEE/ME region, COPA-DATA reached outstanding revenues of €10.2 million, reflecting a notable 25 percent rise from the prior year. A crucial factor in this achievement was the energy industry.
The main catalyst for growth in 2024 was the “Twin Transition” – concurrent ecological and digital transformation. COPA-DATA has placed special emphasis on renewable energy, where the need for solutions in sustainable energy generation, effective transmission, distribution, and storage has notably risen. The zenon software platform is essential for enhancing industrial processes and facilities, allowing companies to lower energy usage and boost efficiency. This not only reduces the carbon footprint but also results in lasting decreases in operational expenses. In its role as an Associate Partner of the World Economic Forum (WEF), COPA-DATA played a vital part in the Industry Net Zero Accelerator Initiative in 2024, utilizing its knowledge to promote climate neutrality. As a component of this initiative, the success narrative with Carlsberg was released, highlighting how zenon assists multinational companies in meeting their ambitious climate objectives.
COPA-DATA also achieved notable success in the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors. Considering the stringent regulatory demands for modular and validation-compliant production methods in this industry, COPA-DATA aids businesses in automating these procedures while maintaining the utmost quality and safety standards.
“Our expansion illustrates that automation, digitalization, and sustainability are essential elements for the Twin Transition in the energy sector and manufacturing fields,” states Johannes Petrowisch, Managing Director of COPA-DATA CEE/ME. “By utilizing our no-code solutions that emphasize vendor independence and standardization, we deliver direct advantages to our clients, assisting them in becoming more resilient and managing the difficulties of a swiftly evolving world.”
COPA-DATA Group achieves global turnover of €99 million
Globally, the COPA-DATA Group achieved revenues of €99 million with a growth rate of 14 percent. This positive development highlights the strong global demand for digital automation and software solutions. A key milestone in the company’s international expansion was the establishment of the subsidiary COPA-DATA Japan in December 2024. With an office in the Shinagawa Grand Central Tower in Tokyo, led by Managing Director Tadataka Une, COPA-DATA is strengthening its position in the Asian market, particularly in the pharmaceutical and energy sectors. The company has established itself as a leading provider of industrial automation solutions and plays a crucial role in the digital transformation of industry.
COPA-DATA wins Silver Export Award from the Austrian Chamber of Commerce
Another highlight of the year was receiving the Silver Export Award from the Austrian Economic Chamber. With an export share of 85.9 percent of total revenues amounting to €87 million in 2023, COPA-DATA was honored with the Silver Export Award on June 17, 2024. The company’s commitment to sustainable, digital solutions for the manufacturing and energy sectors, supported by the zenon software platform, received significant recognition. This award underscores COPA-DATA’s strong international presence and the trust it has earned worldwide.
Outlook for 2025: Focus on renewable energy and sustainable transformation
For 2025, COPA-DATA CEE/ME will continue to expand its portfolio in the areas of renewable energy and digitalization. Another key focus will be the life sciences and pharmaceutical industries. “Digital transformation will continue to gain momentum in the coming years, driven in part by artificial intelligence,” emphasizes Johannes Petrowisch. “COPA-DATA will continue to offer innovative solutions that help our customers to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and shape a sustainable future.”