TAUBER
TAUBER is a German specialist services group providing full-spectrum unexploded ordnance clearance and system civil engineering to government, municipal, energy, and industrial clients via 13+ subsidiaries, with proprietary JackPiler® vibration-free pile pressing.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1960
- HeadquartersGreven, Germany
- Headcount251–500
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What TAUBER does
TAUBER is a German family-founded industrial services group specializing in two segments: unexploded ordnance clearance (Kampfmittelräumung) and system civil engineering (Systemtiefbau). In munitions clearance the company operates as a general contractor (Generalunternehmer) for federal, state, and municipal authorities in Germany, offering the complete workflow from aerial photograph evaluation and geophysical detection through recovery to defusing and thermite destruction, supported by long-standing state framework agreements (notably with Hesse since the late 1970s). The system civil engineering segment covers minitunnel systems, tunnel construction (Stollenbau), large-profile rehabilitation, underground pipeline construction, support systems, steel pipe jacking, canal construction, and ecological water treatment, with the proprietary JackPiler® registered trademark providing vibration-free sheet pile pressing in built-up and water-adjacent environments.
TAUBER runs 13+ wholly-owned subsidiaries plus joint ventures, employs 600–700 people, and operates across more than a dozen German locations from Greven headquarters. Customers are primarily government agencies, municipalities, energy providers, water associations, and industrial clients procured through public tenders and direct contracts; major engagements include the multi-year ARGE contract at the Dethlinger Teich chemical weapons site, Hessian state contracts through TEX, and municipal pipeline rehabilitation projects such as the Frankfurt am Main canal work. Revenue mechanics rely on project-based, quote-based professional services pricing with no public disclosure of rates.
In October 2025 Diehl Stiftung became the sole shareholder, integrating TAUBER as a dedicated division within Diehl Defence to pursue international expansion and defense-aligned ordnance innovation. Strategic technology initiatives include the ARES augmented-reality R&D project (with UseTree, Fraunhofer HHI, SENSYS), 3D-radar and drone-based detection, and a sustainable land management joint venture (NFM) with AGRAVIS, while internal training is delivered through the TAUBER Akademie and GeoTrainee program.
TAUBER firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- TAUBER
- Legal name
- K. A. Tauber Spezialbau GmbH & Co. KG
- Website
- https://tauber-systeme.de
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1960
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 251–500 employees
- Short description
- TAUBER is a German specialist services group providing full-spectrum unexploded ordnance clearance and system civil engineering to government, municipal, energy, and industrial clients via 13+ subsidiaries, with proprietary JackPiler® vibration-free pile pressing.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
TAUBER industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Explosive Ordnance Disposal & Specialized Civil Engineering Services
- NAICS
- Geophysical Surveying and Mapping Services (541360), Material Handling Equipment Manufacturing (33392), Agriculture, Construction, and Mining Machinery Manufacturing (3331)
- SIC
- Hazardous Waste Management (4955), Special Industry Machinery, Nec (3559), Construction Machinery & Equip (3531)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Specialized Lifting Systems (Hydraulic Gantries, Strand Jacks, Jacking Systems) (IMAHAJAO)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Material Handling & Loading Services (Tipping, Compaction, Baling, Densification) (EUAIABAI), Industrial Waste Handling & Compaction Equipment (Balers, Compactors) (IMAHALAI)
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Where TAUBER is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Greven
- HQ country
- Germany
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices13 records
Markets served
TAUBER business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Kampfmittelräumung (Munitions Clearance): Full-service unexploded ordnance clearance as general contractor, covering the complete spectrum from aerial photo evaluation, geophysical detection, bomb recovery, to disposal via defusing and thermal destruction. Revenue generated through public tenders, direct government contracts, and framework agreements with federal and state authorities.
- Systemtiefbau (System Deep Construction): Specialized civil engineering services including minitunnel systems, large-profile rehabilitation, tunnel construction, underground pipeline installation, shoring systems, steel pipe pressing, and aquatic therapy/water treatment. Revenue generated through infrastructure contracts with municipalities, energy providers, water associations, and industrial customers.
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels9 records
TAUBER product offering
Product offeringCore offering
TAUBER is a German industrial services group operating in two main segments: (1) full-service unexploded ordnance clearance (Kampfmittelräumung) delivered as general contractor from aerial photo analysis through geophysical detection, bomb recovery, defusing, and thermal destruction, and (2) system civil engineering (Systemtiefbau) covering minitunnel systems, tunnel construction, large-profile rehabilitation, underground pipeline installation, shoring systems, steel pipe jacking, and ecological water services. The proprietary JackPiler® system provides vibration-free sheet pile pressing for use in built-up areas and around bodies of water.
Product overview
TAUBER is a German industrial services company operating in two main segments: explosive ordnance disposal (Kampfmittelräumung) and system civil engineering (Systemtiefbau). As a general contractor in explosive ordnance disposal, TAUBER offers the complete service spectrum from aerial photograph evaluation through geophysical detection, munitions recovery, to thermite destruction. In system civil engineering, the portfolio centers on the Minitunnel system, tunnel construction (Stollenbau), large profile rehabilitation (Großprofilsanierung), underground pipeline construction, support systems, steel pipe jacking, and ecological water treatment services. The proprietary JackPiler® system provides vibration-free sheet pile pressing technology. TAUBER operates numerous subsidiaries including Tauber Geo-Consult (geophysics), Tauber DeDeComp (detection), Tauber Delaborierung (disassembly), Tauber Rohrbau (pipeline construction), Tauber Construction (special machines), Tauber Erdbau Umwelt (earthworks), Tauber Explosive Management/TEX (explosives management), and Tauber Sondier- und Ortungsgesellschaft (surveying). The group also has joint ventures such as Spreewerk Lübben Delaborierung GmbH with Diehl Defence. TAUBER operates internationally with headquarters in Greven near Münster, Germany, and numerous branches across Germany.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Kampfmittelräumung (Munitions Clearance Services) Full-service unexploded ordnance clearance delivered as general contractor covering the entire value chain from aerial photograph evaluation, geophysical detection, bomb recovery, defusing, and thermal destruction. For federal, state, and municipal government agencies requiring specialist planning, detection, recovery, elimination, geophysics, and aerial photo analysis.
- Systemtiefbau (System Civil Engineering Services) Specialized civil engineering services including minitunnel systems, tunnel construction, large-profile rehabilitation, underground pipeline installation for gas/water/electricity/sewer/district heating/telecom, shoring systems, steel pipe jacking, and ecological water treatment. For municipalities, water associations, energy providers, and industrial customers.
- JackPiler® Vibration-Free Sheet Pile Pressing System Proprietary registered technology for vibration-free pressing of sheet piles under difficult conditions, in built-up areas, and in and around bodies of water. Available in Standard Press Mode and JackPiler® Crush variants. Sold and applied as a specialist service for sheet pile installation projects where conventional pile driving would be disruptive.
- Geophysik (Geophysics Services) Geophysical survey services for explosive ordnance disposal, pipeline and contaminated site detection, including R&D for geophysics and the GeoTrainee training program. Delivered primarily through Tauber Geo-Consult Geowissenschaftler & Ingenieure GmbH.
- GeoTrainee Program One-year trainee program for university graduates combining theory and practice for independent and safe execution, evaluation, and documentation of geophysical measurement procedures in explosive ordnance disposal. Offered under TAUBER Akademie.
Quantifiable outcome
- ARGE joint project (TAUBER + SCHOLLENBERGER) awarded for Dethlinger Teich — Germany's most challenging chemical weapons clearance site, with estimated 5-year project duration and ~30,000 shells expected.
- +2 more outcomes
Companies that use TAUBER
Customer profileNamed customers8 records
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
TAUBER technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature6 records
TAUBER partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- Diehl Defence (Spreewerk Lübben Joint Venture)coreTD Services joint venture under which the Spreewerk Lübben site is being jointly developed with Diehl Defence. Employment at Spreewerk Lübben more than doubled since the joint venture was established. Spreewerk Lübben Delaborierung GmbH (SLD) was founded jointly to preserve and expand jobs.
- AGRAVIS Raiffeisen AGminorAGRAVIS Raiffeisen AG partnered with TAUBER to establish 'Gesellschaft für nachhaltiges Flächenmanagement' (NFM) — a company focused on sustainable land management. The partnership aims to protect biodiversity and return natural habitat to the environment through sustainable land use practices.
- Botschaft der Demokratischen Republik KongominorTAUBER (via NFM / Gesellschaft für Nachhaltiges Flächenmanagement in partnership with Agravis Pflanzenbau) engaged with the Democratic Republic of Congo embassy in Berlin for CO2-reducing measures on 5,000 ha of land, addressing agri-photovoltaics and biodiversity.
- Botschaft von AserbaidschanminorTAUBER met with Azerbaijan's ambassador Nasimi Aghayev in Berlin to discuss nature and environmental protection, alternative energy, and agri-photovoltaics. Discussed potential for using conversion or passive areas for sustainable energy and conservation.
- SCHOLLENBERGER Kampfmittelbergung GmbH (A SOCOTEC COMPANY)coreARGE (Arbeitsgemeinschaft) partnership for the Dethlinger Teich chemical weapons clearance — described as 'bundesweit einmalig' (nationwide unique). SCHOLLENBERGER, a leading German munitions clearance firm, and TAUBER combined their expertise for this generational project. SOCOTEC acquired SCHOLLENBERGER during the project.
- Deutsche Feuerwerker Ausbildungsgesellschaft (DFAB)minorFirst-time training cooperation in late 2021 for 21 participants, combining TAUBER's and DFAB's training expertise for continuing education in the explosives/ordnance field.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves13 records
Expansion highlights4 records
TAUBER competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Schollenberger Kampfmittelbergung GmbH: Leading German munitions clearance competitor, now part of the SOCOTEC Group. Partnered with TAUBER in an ARGE for the Dethlinger Teich generational chemical weapons clearance project, directly competing for the same federal, state, and municipal clearance tenders across Germany.
- Dynasafe AB: Sweden-based specialist in munitions disposal, demilitarization, and explosive ordnance disposal with international operations. Directly comparable to TAUBER's Kampfmittelräumung and Delaborierung services, with similar regulatory complexity and end-clients in defense and government.
- Implenia AG: Swiss-German construction group with significant specialized civil engineering capabilities including tunneling and underground construction via its Stump-Franki brand. Directly comparable to TAUBER's Systemtiefbau segment in minitunnel, large-profile rehabilitation, and underground pipeline construction.
- Milsearch Pty Ltd: Australian specialist in explosive ordnance disposal, range clearance, and munitions services for defense and government clients. Comparable to TAUBER in core munitions clearance and detection capabilities, operating in a similarly regulated defense-adjacent market.
- Ed. Züblin AG: German civil engineering and tunneling specialist (part of STRABAG SE). Directly comparable to TAUBER's Systemtiefbau segment through its portfolio of tunnel construction, large-profile rehabilitation, and underground infrastructure projects across Germany and Europe.
- PORR AG: Austrian full-service construction group with deep expertise in civil engineering, tunneling, pipeline construction, and foundation engineering. Comparable to TAUBER's systemtiefbau portfolio of underground construction, pipeline installation, and specialized infrastructure work in the DACH region.
- Bauer AG: German specialist in foundation engineering, geotechnical services, and construction equipment manufacturing. Comparable to TAUBER both in specialized foundation work and in proprietary equipment manufacturing, including Bauer-produced pile-driving rigs parallel to TAUBER's JackPiler technology.
Broad incumbents
- Bilfinger SE: German industrial services provider serving process industries, energy, and government infrastructure. Comparable to TAUBER's specialized engineering services and contracting model, though Bilfinger operates at much larger scale across a broader portfolio.
- HOCHTIEF AG: One of Germany's largest construction groups with extensive civil engineering, tunneling, and infrastructure capabilities. Comparable to TAUBER's systemtiefbau portfolio of underground and infrastructure projects, though HOCHTIEF operates across the full construction value chain rather than specializing.
- Fugro N.V. Dutch global leader in geophysical and geotechnical survey services for infrastructure, energy, and environmental projects. Directly comparable to TAUBER's Tauber Geo-Consult subsidiary, which provides geophysical detection services for munitions clearance and contaminated-site detection.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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TAUBER leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles17 records
TAUBER subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries12 records
TAUBER funding detail
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Frequently asked questions about TAUBER
What does TAUBER do?
TAUBER is a German industrial services group operating in two main segments: (1) full-service unexploded ordnance clearance (Kampfmittelräumung) delivered as general contractor from aerial photo analysis through geophysical detection, bomb recovery, defusing, and thermal destruction, and (2) system civil engineering (Systemtiefbau) covering minitunnel systems, tunnel construction, large-profile rehabilitation, underground pipeline installation, shoring systems, steel pipe jacking, and ecological water services. The proprietary JackPiler® system provides vibration-free sheet pile pressing for use in built-up areas and around bodies of water.
Is TAUBER a public or private company?
TAUBER is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was TAUBER founded?
TAUBER was founded in 1960. It employs 251 to 500 people.
Where is TAUBER based?
TAUBER is headquartered in Greven, Germany, in the Europe region.
How does TAUBER make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. Kampfmittelräumung (Munitions Clearance) is the primary driver. The others are systemtiefbau (System Deep Construction).
Who are TAUBER's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Schollenberger Kampfmittelbergung GmbH, Dynasafe AB, Implenia AG, Milsearch Pty Ltd, Ed. Züblin AG, PORR AG and Bauer AG. Broad incumbents are Bilfinger SE, HOCHTIEF AG and Fugro N.V..
Does TAUBER have an API?
No public API is recorded for TAUBER.
What industry is TAUBER in?
TAUBER's product category is Explosive Ordnance Disposal & Specialized Civil Engineering Services. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAHAJAO, Specialized Lifting Systems (Hydraulic Gantries, Strand Jacks, Jacking Systems), with a secondary code of EUAIABAI, Material Handling & Loading Services (Tipping, Compaction, Baling, Densification). Its NAICS code is 541360 and its SIC code is 4955.