Škoda Transportation
Škoda Transportation is a Czech engineering company specializing in the development and manufacturing of public transport vehicles, including trams, electric locomotives, and metro units. It operates as a subsidiary of the Škoda Group and maintains significant production facilities within the European Union.
Brand Identity Data
HQ Country
Czechia
HQ City
Plzeň
Founded
1995
EU Headquartered
Yes
EU Manufactured
Yes
Ownership Type
private
Stock Exchange
Private
Tax Domicile
CZ
Ultimate Parent
PPF Group N.V.
Data Hosting
CZ
GDPR Status
compliant
B Corp Certified
No
Supply Chain
limited
Repair / Recycling
Yes ✓
Ethical Certifications
ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001
Verified on October 15, 2026
Corporate Lineage
1859
Foundation of company
Emil Skoda founded the original engineering works in Plzen.
2018
PPF acquisition
The investment group PPF acquired Škoda Transportation from its previous owners.
2022
Rebranding to Škoda Group
The company unified its brand identity under the name Škoda Group.