A look back: Highlights from our history
1986: On August 29, 1986, Markas Austria was founded in Baden near Vienna. The first customer was the Thermenregion Baden Regional Hospital.
The following years were marked by continuous growth and the expansion of our service portfolio. We have developed from a small regional company into one of Austria's leading cleaning companies. In doing so, we have never forgotten our roots and have always put our customers first.
2000: In 2000, the company received its first order in Tyrol with the Natters Hospital, laying the foundation for the ongoing cooperation with the TirolKliniken.
2004: The company headquarters is relocated to the Lower Austrian state capital of St. Pölten.
2010: The new company building in Dürauergasse is opened.
2012: Markas Austria employs over 1,000 employees.
2014: Gerlinde Tröstl takes over as managing director of Markas Austria.
2019: In just seven years, the workforce doubles: Markas now employs over 2,000 employees.
2024: Renewed contract for LK Baden Mödling - our first customer is again one of our clients.
More impressive figures:
- 2,200 employees who give their best every day.
- €82 million in revenue, showing how much our services are appreciated.
- 200 customers, some of whom have been with us for many years;
What makes us so special?
- People at the center: The answer is simple: people! Every single employee contributes to the success of our company with their commitment and expertise. We are convinced that diversity strengthens our company and position ourselves as an inclusive employer. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion has also been recognized with numerous awards.
- Quality and sustainability: We rely on state-of-the-art cleaning technologies and environmentally friendly products. Cleanliness and sustainability go hand in hand with us. The highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene are a matter of course for us.
- Customer satisfaction: Our customers appreciate our reliability and flexibility. We adapt individually to their needs and find the right solution for every challenge.
- Innovation: We rely on state-of-the-art cleaning methods and innovative equipment.
- Social commitment: We assume social responsibility and support numerous charitable projects.
Thank you for your loyalty! We would like to thank all our customers, employees, and partners. Without them, this success story would not have been possible.
To many more successful years!
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