Mitropa
Mitropa is a historic German company originally established in 1916 to provide catering and hospitality services for railway passengers. Following its privatization and the subsequent acquisition by Compass Group, the brand now primarily operates as a provider of food service and retail solutions at transportation hubs.
Brand Identity Data
HQ Country
Germany
HQ City
Munich
Founded
1916
EU Headquartered
Yes
EU Manufactured
Yes
Ownership Type
private
Stock Exchange
Private
Tax Domicile
DE
Ultimate Parent
Compass Group PLC
B Corp Certified
No
Repair / Recycling
No
Ethical Certifications
None verified
Verified on October 15, 2026
Corporate Lineage
1916
Company establishment
Mitropa was founded as a central European sleeping and dining car company.
2004
Compass Group acquisition
Compass Group Deutschland GmbH acquired Mitropa AG.
2006
Integration
Mitropa AG was merged into Compass Group Deutschland GmbH.