Temax
TEMAX S.A. is a privately held Greek manufacturer of custom firefighting and special purpose vehicles, serving the Fire Brigade, Armed Forces, Civil Aviation Authority, municipalities, oil refineries, and private companies in Greece, with exclusive Rosenbauer distribution rights.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1965
- HeadquartersAthens, Greece
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Temax does
TEMAX S.A. is a privately held Greek manufacturer of custom firefighting and special purpose vehicles, headquartered in Athens on a 4,000 sq.m. private manufacturing site. Founded in 1965 as the direct successor to the 1934-established P. TANGALAKIS AUTO BODY Mfg. Co., the company is the only specialized fire truck manufacturer in Greece, with a cumulative installed base of more than 1,500 fire fighting and special purpose vehicles built since inception. The firm is controlled by the Tangalakis family via parent P. TANGALAKIS CORP., which acquired a majority stake in 2000, and is led by CEO Petros Tangalakis.
The product portfolio spans TLF (tank firefighting) vehicles from 1,500L to 11,000L water capacity, ULF (universal firefighting with combined water, foam, and dry powder systems for refinery and industrial use), RLF (combined firefighting and rescue with recovery cranes and winches), RF technical rescue vehicles, the BSF22MDT aerial rescue platform with a 22m boom and rescue cage, the RT-60 rescue trailer, and snow clearing equipment. Vehicles are built on Mercedes Benz, MAN, Iveco, and Scania chassis using modular or monocoque body construction (stainless steel frames with aluminum panels, integrated water/foam tanks), NFPA 1901-compliant electronic foam proportioning, dry powder installations, and CAD-based design applied since 2003. The company holds ISO 9001:2008 (TÜV NORD since 2004), ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications.
TEMAX operates an enterprise field sales model with no distributors or self-serve channels, selling custom-engineered vehicles directly to the Greek Fire Brigade, Armed Forces, Civil Aviation Authority, municipalities, oil refineries, and private companies. A recurring revenue layer comes from after-sales service, spare parts, vehicle refurbishment, and authorized service center operations for Rosenbauer, Metz Aerials, and Bronto Skylift equipment. Since 1967, the company has also served as the exclusive Greek distributor for Rosenbauer, anchoring a long-tenured international brand relationship within its domestic footprint.
Temax firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Temax
- Legal name
- ΑΒΕΕ Αμαξωμάτων ΤΕΜΑΞ Α.Ε.
- Website
- https://temax.gr
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1965
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- TEMAX S.A. is a privately held Greek manufacturer of custom firefighting and special purpose vehicles, serving the Fire Brigade, Armed Forces, Civil Aviation Authority, municipalities, oil refineries, and private companies in Greece, with exclusive Rosenbauer distribution rights.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Temax industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Fire Trucks and Special Purpose Vehicles
- NAICS
- Military Armored Vehicle, Tank, and Tank Component Manufacturing (336992)
- SIC
- Truck & Bus Bodies (3713), Motor Vehicle Parts & Accessories (3714)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Specialty Utility & Maintenance Vehicle Manufacturing (Street Sweepers/Vacuum Trucks) (IMACAFAI)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Class 4–6 Medium-Duty Truck Manufacturing (IMACABAB)
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Where Temax is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Athens
- HQ country
- Greece
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
Temax business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Vehicle Manufacturing: Custom-designed and built fire fighting vehicles, rescue vehicles, and special purpose vehicles sold as one-time purchases to government and commercial customers. Vehicles are built to customer specifications on various truck chassis (Mercedes Benz, MAN, Iveco, Scania).
- Vehicle Refurbishment: Complete vehicle refurbishment services for existing fire trucks, extending vehicle operational life.
- After Sales Service & Spare Parts: After sales service, spare parts supply, and authorized service center operations for Rosenbauer, Metz Aerials, Bronto Skylift, and other fire fighting equipment manufacturers.
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels4 records
Temax product offering
Product offeringCore offering
TEMAX S.A. designs and manufactures custom fire fighting vehicles, rescue vehicles, and special purpose vehicles built on European truck chassis (Mercedes Benz, MAN, Iveco, Scania). The company produces tank fire engines (TLF series), universal foam/powder fire engines (ULF series), combined rescue and fire fighting vehicles (RLF series), dedicated rescue vehicles (RF), aerial rescue platforms (BSF22MDT), and rescue trailers (RT-60). Vehicles feature modular or monocoque stainless steel/aluminum body construction, integrated water and foam tanks, foam proportioning systems, PTO-driven fire pumps, roof monitors, and rescue equipment, configured per customer specification.
Product overview
TEMAX S.A. is Greece's leading manufacturer of fire trucks and specialty vehicles, producing a comprehensive portfolio of fire fighting and rescue vehicles built on various European truck chassis (Mercedes Benz, MAN, Iveco, Scania). The product lineup includes TLF (Tank Lösch Fahrzeug) tankers ranging from 1,500L to 11,000L water capacity, ULF (Universal Lösch Fahrzeug) vehicles combining water, foam, and dry powder capabilities for industrial/refinery applications, RLF (Rescue Lösch Fahrzeug) combined fire and rescue vehicles with recovery cranes and winches, RF rescue vehicles for technical rescue operations, and the BSF22MDT aerial rescue vehicle with 22m boom and rescue cage. The company also manufactures RT-60 rescue trailers and snow clearing equipment. All vehicles feature modular or monocoque body construction, PTO-driven fire pumps, foam proportioning systems, roof monitors, hose reels, emergency lighting/sirens, and comprehensive rescue equipment. Vehicles are customizable to customer specifications with various chassis options and specialized equipment configurations.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- TLF-10000/500 Fire Fighting Vehicle
Quantifiable outcome
- Vehicles known for 30+ years of trouble-free service
- +2 more outcomes
Companies that use Temax
Customer profileNamed customers6 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
Temax technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature4 records
Temax partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.
- Metz Aerials GmbHminorAuthorized service center for Metz Aerials turntable ladders (manufactured in Germany) in Greece. Provides maintenance, repair, and spare parts services.
- Bronto Skylift OY ABminorAuthorized service center for Bronto Skylift hydraulic platforms (manufactured in Finland) in Greece. Provides maintenance, repair, and spare parts services.
- Konrad Rosenbauer KG (Rosenbauer International AG)coreExclusive distributor for Rosenbauer fire fighting pumps, equipment, and vehicles in Greece since 1967. Co-developed fire fighting vehicle designs transitioning from US-based prototypes to European standards. Sub-supplier relationship for Rosenbauer International AG vehicles for Olympic Games 2004 security. Exclusive authorized service center for Rosenbauer vehicles and equipment in Greece.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves11 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Temax competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Bronto Skylift: Finnish manufacturer of hydraulic aerial platforms and turntable ladders; TEMAX is its authorized service center in Greece. Comparable as a firefighting-equipment specialist partnering with body builders like TEMAX across markets.
- Ziegler: German firefighting and rescue vehicle manufacturer with comparable product breadth (tankers, rescue, ARFF) and similar build-to-order customization model serving European municipal and industrial customers.
- E-ONE: US manufacturer of custom fire trucks, rescue vehicles, and aerial platforms. Directly comparable as a build-to-order fire apparatus specialist serving municipal and industrial customers.
- Magirus (CNH Industrial / Iveco): German fire truck OEM owned by Iveco (whose chassis TEMAX also uses); produces a full range of municipal, industrial, and airport fire fighting vehicles, making it a directly comparable peer in custom-built fire apparatus.
- KME / Kovatch Mobile Equipment: US custom fire apparatus manufacturer producing pumpers, aerials, tankers, and rescue vehicles on commercial chassis — same build-to-order custom configuration model as TEMAX.
- Rosenbauer International: Austrian global leader in firefighting vehicles and equipment. Direct competitor in fire truck manufacturing and also TEMAX's exclusive Greek distribution and service partner since 1967 — the most natural comparable peer.
Regional players
- Morita Holdings: Japanese fire fighting vehicle and equipment manufacturer with similar custom-built municipal and industrial fire truck offerings; primarily serves Japan and Asia, making it a regional rather than direct competitor to TEMAX in Europe.
Emerging players
- SANY Group: Chinese heavy equipment manufacturer expanding into specialty and emergency response vehicles with growing presence in Mediterranean markets; potentially a future competitive threat as a low-cost entrant to fire apparatus segments TEMAX serves.
Broad incumbents
- Pierce Manufacturing (Oshkosh): US market-leading fire apparatus manufacturer within Oshkosh Corporation's broader specialty vehicle portfolio. Comparable as a fire truck specialist though operating primarily in North America and at much larger scale.
- REV Group: US specialty vehicle holding company whose brands (E-ONE, KME, Ferrara, etc.) manufacture fire apparatus and similar specialty vehicles — a broader incumbent portfolio comparable to TEMAX's specialty vehicle concentration.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Temax social profiles
Digital presenceTemax compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance3 records
Temax financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Temax leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles2 records
Temax funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Temax M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Temax
What does Temax do?
TEMAX S.A. designs and manufactures custom fire fighting vehicles, rescue vehicles, and special purpose vehicles built on European truck chassis (Mercedes Benz, MAN, Iveco, Scania). The company produces tank fire engines (TLF series), universal foam/powder fire engines (ULF series), combined rescue and fire fighting vehicles (RLF series), dedicated rescue vehicles (RF), aerial rescue platforms (BSF22MDT), and rescue trailers (RT-60). Vehicles feature modular or monocoque stainless steel/aluminum body construction, integrated water and foam tanks, foam proportioning systems, PTO-driven fire pumps, roof monitors, and rescue equipment, configured per customer specification.
Is Temax a public or private company?
Temax is a private company. It is classified as family owned and is currently operating.
When was Temax founded?
Temax was founded in 1965. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Temax based?
Temax is headquartered in Athens, Greece, in the Europe region.
How does Temax make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Vehicle Manufacturing is the primary driver. The others are vehicle Refurbishment and after Sales Service & Spare Parts.
Who are Temax's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Bronto Skylift, Ziegler, E-ONE, Magirus (CNH Industrial / Iveco), KME / Kovatch Mobile Equipment and Rosenbauer International. Morita Holdings is listed as a regional player. SANY Group is listed as an emerging player. Broad incumbents are Pierce Manufacturing (Oshkosh) and REV Group.
Does Temax have an API?
No public API is recorded for Temax.
What industry is Temax in?
Temax's product category is Fire Trucks and Special Purpose Vehicles. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMACAFAI, Specialty Utility & Maintenance Vehicle Manufacturing (Street Sweepers/Vacuum Trucks), with a secondary code of IMACABAB, Class 4–6 Medium-Duty Truck Manufacturing. Its NAICS code is 336992 and its SIC code is 3713.