Our history
Kathrein 1919 to the present day
Kathrein today
Over 100 years of experience and innovation
Since 1919, KATHREIN's history has stood for innovation, technological development, and entrepreneurial continuity. From its beginnings in Rosenheim to today's KATHREIN Digital Systems, the KATHREIN story showcases important milestones of a company that has shaped the fields of reception technology, communication, and mobility for generations. Discover selected milestones from more than 100 years of company history.
A success-story
The company was founded by engineer Anton Kathrein
Production of lightning protection devices and radio accessories
Acquisition of a factory site in Rosenheim, start of construction of Plant 1
The first radio rod antenna is exhibited at the Leipzig Trade Fair – a sensation for the time.
Exhibition pass of Anthon Kathrein Senior
Kathrein supplies television transmitting and receiving antennas.
Advertising campaign for Kathrein TV outdoor antennas
Development of the first locomotive antenna
Visit of the American Consul to Kathrein in Rosenheim
European Medal for Innovation
Kathrein Super Telix indoor antenna wins iF Award
Kathrein introduces the YAGI antenna OLYMPIA and launches its first compact amplifiers.
Generational change: Prof. Dr. Anton Kathrein succeeds his father as company head at the age of 21.
First TV antennas for caravans and motorhomes
Installation of a Kathrein external antenna in Dortmund
Kathrein's first professional satellite antenna (SatAn 200)
ASTRA 1 helps satellite television achieve a breakthrough; Kathrein parabolic antennas become a bestseller
Active mobile phone antenna Air awarded the Red Dot Design Award
Kathrein's first SAT>IP server
100th company anniversary and spin-off of the SAT product division into KATHREIN Digital Systems GmbH
Kathrein's first DAB+ radios
Getting started with pDAS indoor mobile communications
Entry into electromobility, KATHREIN presents its wallbox product line with the models KWB-AC40 and KWB-AC60 for the first time at Power2Drive Europe. on 2024” current technologies and new product solutions.
Since March 2026, KATHREIN Digital Systems has been part of Megasat Holding GmbH. Management is assumed by Andreas Wimmer, Sven Melzer (as a new shareholder), and Michael Auer.
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