Ikarus
Ikarus is a Hungarian bus manufacturer historically known for producing a wide range of public transport vehicles during the 20th century. Following various ownership changes and periods of restructuring, the brand continues to develop and manufacture bus chassis and complete vehicles within Hungary.
Brand Identity Data
HQ Country
Hungary
HQ City
Budapest
Founded
1949
EU Headquartered
Yes
EU Manufactured
Yes
Ownership Type
private
Stock Exchange
Private
Tax Domicile
HU
Ultimate Parent
Ikarus Járműtechnika Kft.
CLOUD Act Exposure
No ✓
AI Trains on User Data
false
Carbon Neutral
false
B Corp Certified
No
Repair / Recycling
No
Ethical Certifications
None verified
Verified on October 15, 2026
Corporate Lineage
1895
Company founding
Imre Uhry founded the original carriage factory in Budapest.
1949
Nationalization
The company was nationalized and merged with Ikarus Gép- és Fémgyár Rt.
1999
Irisbus acquisition
Irisbus, a joint venture between Renault and Iveco, acquired a majority stake in Ikarus.
2016
Ikarus restructuring
Ikarus Járműtechnika Kft. was established to resume bus manufacturing in Hungary.