Multidata

What Multidata does

Multidata Gesellschaft für Datentechnik und Informatik mbH is a privately held German engineering company headquartered in Darmstadt that designs and manufactures specialized networking hardware and embedded software for LAN/WAN connectivity, remote access, and protocol conversion. Its flagship HERMES product family includes ISDN PRI routers, ISDN/xDSL VPN routers, ISDN-to-SIP media gateways, cellular/industrial M2M routers, and Qseven-form-factor computer modules based on PowerPC and Freescale QorIQ processors. Core technical capabilities center on CAPI 2.0 server integration, V.110 protocol support for GSM-R/ETCS railway signaling, IPSec VPN with dynDNS, and high-density PRI interfaces supporting up to 120 simultaneous B-channels.

The company serves three primary vertical markets: German pharmaceutical wholesale (NOWEDA with 8,000+ connected pharmacies and Sanacorp with ~9,000 connected pharmacies using HERMES-PRO/P2 routers for order processing), the German tax consultants' association DATEV (serving 50,000+ tax consultants since 1996), and European railway signaling integrators (THALES Transportation Systems using HERMES-PRO/P2 as an ISDN/V.110 gateway within European Train Control System infrastructure). It also supplies custom development and OEM modules to system integrators and communication equipment manufacturers.

Multidata generates revenue primarily through one-time hardware sales of routers, gateways, and adapter cards; embedded software and protocol stack licensing; and professional services for custom hardware/software engineering, manufacturing coordination, and EMV/CE certification. Go-to-market is direct enterprise sales via the company website and email, targeting system integrators, OEM manufacturers, and vertical-specific customers. No public pricing, channel partners, or revenue figures are disclosed.

Name

Multidata

Legal name

MULTIDATA Gesellschaft für Datentechnik und Informatik mbH

Website

https://multidata.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1990

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Multidata is a Darmstadt-based German GmbH that designs and manufactures specialized ISDN/VoIP routers, gateways, and embedded networking modules under the HERMES brand, serving German pharmaceutical wholesalers, DATEV tax consultants, and European railway signaling integrators with high-density protocol conversion solutions.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Networking Hardware / Telecommunications Equipment

NAICS

Telephone Apparatus Manufacturing (33421), All Other Telecommunications (517810)

SIC

Computer Communications Equipment (3576), Services-Telephone Interconnect Systems (7385)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYHDAFAIAJ

VoIP/ATA & Integrated Voice Gateways (CPE)

Hardware, Technology & Telecom/Networking Equipment & Components/Network Access & Edge Devices (CPE/ONT/Modems/Gateways)

SECONDARYHDAFAIAD

DSL Modems & Gateways (xDSL/G.fast)

Hardware, Technology & Telecom/Networking Equipment & Components/Network Access & Edge Devices (CPE/ONT/Modems/Gateways)

SECONDARYHDAFAIAH

Small Business/SoHo Routers & Gateways

Hardware, Technology & Telecom/Networking Equipment & Components/Network Access & Edge Devices (CPE/ONT/Modems/Gateways)

Keywords

• ISDN networking hardware
• VoIP SIP gateways
• Embedded communication systems
• Industrial VPN routers
• ETCS railway communication

Headquarters

HQ city

Darmstadt

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Hardware Products: Sale of networking hardware including routers, gateways, adapter cards, and embedded modules. Products are sold as standalone devices or integrated components for OEM customers.
2. Software Licenses and Protocol Stacks: Software solutions including protocol stacks, CAPI drivers, and routing software. Provided as embedded components or standalone licenses.
3. Custom Development and Engineering Services: Engineering partnerships for custom hardware and software development, from feasibility studies through production. Services include hardware layout, system design, procurement, and manufacturing control.
4. Production and Manufacturing: Manufacturing partner services controlling and coordinating all phases of production from planning to marketable product, including EMV/CE certification.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Multidata designs, manufactures, and supplies the HERMES product family of networking hardware and software for LAN/WAN connectivity, remote access, and telecommunications. The portfolio covers ISDN PRI routers with up to 120 B-channels, ISDN/xDSL VPN routers, ISDN-to-SIP media gateways for VoIP migration, cellular/industrial routers for M2M, and embedded Qseven computer modules. Products are sold directly as standalone devices to enterprise customers and as OEM components to system integrators and equipment manufacturers.

Product overview

Multidata offers the HERMES product family of communication hardware and software solutions for LAN/WAN networking and remote access. The portfolio includes ISDN PRI routers (HERMES-PRO/P2, HERMES-PRO/P3X) supporting primary-rate interfaces with up to 120 B-channels; ISDN/xDSL VPN routers (HERMES-PRO/X+, HERMES-PRO/X) with failover capabilities; ISDN/SIP media gateways (HERMES-PRO/I2S, HERMES-PRO/P3X in gateway mode) for VoIP migration; cellular/industrial routers (HERMES-PRO/R2+, HERMES-PRO/i1) for M2M applications; and embedded computing modules (HERMES-T10). The HERMES-PRO family serves diverse vertical markets including pharmaceutical distribution, railway control systems (ETCS), and telecommunications. Legacy products include the HERMES-PRI/PCIX adapter cards and HERMES-DSP3 extension modules.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• HERMES: Product family of ISDN routers, gateways, and communication equipment including HERMES-PRO, HERMES-PRO/X+, HERMES-PRO/P2, HERMES-PRO/P3X, HERMES-PRO/R2+, HERMES-PRO/I2S, and HERMES-T10 computer modules.
• HERMES-PRO

Products and services

• HERMES-PRO/P2 ISDN PRI Router ISDN PRI router supporting two or four primary-rate interfaces with up to 120 B-channels simultaneously. Platform-independent remote-access solution for corporate networks with integrated firewall and Remote CAPI server, used by NOWEDA and Sanacorp for pharmacy order processing and by THALES for ETCS railway signaling gateways.
• HERMES-PRO/P3X ISDN-S2m/SIP Gateway High-performance ISDN/SIP gateway and IP/ISDN router with four S2m interfaces supporting 120 B-channels. Features multicore PowerPC processor, VPN with IPSec, and T.38 fax support for converting calls between ISDN and VoIP formats.
• HERMES-PRO/I2S ISDN-S0/SIP Gateway ISDN-S0 to SIP media gateway enabling existing ISDN-S0 PBX systems to operate in VoIP environments. Supports SIP trunking and Power-over-Ethernet for smooth migration from ISDN to VoIP.
• HERMES-PRO/X+ VPN Router and IP Gateway VPN router and IP gateway with four Ethernet interfaces for LAN, DMZ, and two WAN interfaces with failover functionality. Supports ISDN BRI and PPPoE for external xDSL modems, providing safe LAN/WAN communication with integrated CAPI server.
• HERMES-PRO/R2+ Cellular Mobile Router Quadband cellular mobile router (GPRS/EDGE/UMTS/HSDPA) with GPS, dual SIM cards for redundancy, and VPN support. Designed for industrial M2M applications.
• HERMES-PRO/i1 Industrial VPN Router Rugged industrial VPN router with four Ethernet interfaces for LAN, DMZ, and dual WAN interfaces with failover. Wide voltage range (8-32V) for industrial deployment in M2M and rugged environments.
• HERMES-T10 Computer Module Qseven form factor computer module based on Freescale QorIQ T-series multicore SoC, with hardware encryption acceleration, packet processing acceleration, and advanced power management. Targets OEMs building routers, gateways, firewalls, and security appliances.

Quantifiable outcome

• Energy reduction from 300W to under 10W when replacing legacy modem concentrators
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• NOWEDA eGcoreTechnology or Integration · 18 December 2010NOWEDA, the pharmacy-owned cooperative and wholesale company, deploys HERMES-PRO/P2 routers for order traffic with over 8,000 connected pharmacies. MULTIDATA routers replaced legacy universal modem concentrators (UMK), reducing energy consumption from 300W to under 10W.
• THALES Transportation Systems GmbHcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 December 2010THALES integrates HERMES-PRO/P2 routers into their ETCS (European Train Control System) signaling technology. The router serves as a gateway connecting Radio Block Center (RBC) with GSM-R Base Transceiver Stations. THALES leveraged MULTIDATA's open architecture to integrate functions of the radio communication server into the HERMES-PRO/P2 platform.
• Sanacorp GmbHcoreTechnology or Integration · 3 January 2010Sanacorp, the largest pharmacy-owned pharmaceutical wholesale company, uses HERMES-PRO/P2 routers for efficient order processing with approximately 9,000 connected pharmacies. The solution includes a Java interface for custom order application development.
• DATEV eGcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 1996Since 1996, HERMES-PRI adapters have been serving as gateways for the German tax consultants' association DATEV. Over 50,000 tax consultants communicate via HERMES-PRI with the central processing department in Nuremberg.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Patton Electronics: US-based manufacturer of VoIP gateways, SmartNode BRI/PRI media gateways, and enterprise session border controllers — directly comparable to Multidata's HERMES-PRO/I2S and HERMES-PRO/P3X ISDN-to-SIP gateway products.
• Sangoma Technologies: Manufactures VoIP gateways (NetBorder/EX series), SBCs, and telephony cards targeting SMB and enterprise telecom bridging — overlaps with Multidata's HERMES hardware gateway and adapter portfolio.
• AudioCodes: Provider of VoIP, SIP, and ISDN gateway equipment (Mediant series) used by enterprises and operators to bridge legacy PSTN/ISDN infrastructure with SIP/UC platforms — comparable to Multidata's gateway and bridge product positioning.
• beroNet: German manufacturer of ISDN/PRI/SIP gateways and PBX appliances — directly competes with Multidata in the DACH ISDN-to-SIP migration market with similar bri/pri-bridge appliances.
• Westermo (a Beijer Ref Group company): Supplier of rugged networking devices for railway and industrial applications, including onboard and trackside communications — closely comparable to Multidata's THALES/ETCS/GSM-R railway gateway use case.

Emerging players

• Lanner Electronics: Designs network appliance and uCPE hardware platforms for SD-WAN, NFV, and security functions — adjacent competitor in the OEM/embedded networking platform segment that HERMES-T10 targets.
• HMS Industrial Networks (Anybus): Provider of industrial cellular routers, gateways, and remote-access solutions for industrial M2M applications — comparable to Multidata's HERMES-PRO/R2+ and HERMES-PRO/i1 industrial M2M router family.
• OpenVox: China-based provider of Asterisk-compatible PRI/BRI telephony cards and VoIP gateways — competes in the same digital-telephony interface hardware niche as Multidata's HERMES-PRI adapter family.

Broad incumbents

• Advantech: Industrial computing and embedded platform vendor whose Qseven/embedded modules overlap with Multidata's HERMES-T10 (QorIQ-based Qseven module) targeting routers, gateways, and security appliances.
• Cisco Systems: Enterprise routing, SD-WAN, and IoT gateway incumbents with ISDN/PRI support in legacy branch products — represents the larger, broader incumbent that Multidata's niche customers could migrate to over time.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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