Vodohospodářské stavby, společnost s ručením omezeným

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Vodohospodářské stavby, společnost s ručením omezeným (VHS) is a Czech general construction company headquartered in Teplice that delivers transport infrastructure, water-management works, ecological remediation, and engineering-network construction. Core services include road and highway construction, bridges and underpasses, wastewater treatment plants, reservoirs, river and dam rehabilitation, and pipe-laying or pipe-rehabilitation using trenchless methods (bored pipe jacking up to 2200 mm, berstlining, close-fit, relining, and controlled directional drilling). The company operates through regional divisions in Teplice, Ústí nad Labem, Karlovy Vary, and Plzeň, supported by an asphalt-mixture production division operating company-owned and joint-ventured batch plants (Chabařovice and the 50%-owned Západočeská obalovna JV with SWIETELSKY stavební), the Prefa Žatec concrete-prefabricate subsidiary, an in-house geodetic service including aerial photogrammetry, and a construction-equipment rental and transport-mechanization division.

The company traces its origins to state-owned water-management construction in 1953, was renamed VHS in 1957, and was privatized in 1991 into the current limited-liability form. Subsequent M&A has extended its footprint: Prefa Žatec (1998), Silniční a inženýrské stavby Ústí nad Labem (1999), Plzeňské komunikace (2004), the Západočeská obalovna JV (2006), and the ethanol-related Průmyslový lihovar Trmice (2006). Revenue mechanics are project-based: VHS bids on Czech public procurement contracts from ŘSD, regional authorities, and municipalities, and operates as both general contractor and subcontractor to primes such as Metrostav, SWIETELSKY, Berger+Alpine, ŠKODA PRAHA Invest, and Samsung Engineering. Disclosed contract values include the 685.2M CZK D7 Panenský Týnec bypass (ŘSD), 357.5M CZK Nexen Infrastruktura (Samsung Engineering), 245.3M CZK EPC OB 05.1 (Metrostav), 132.8M CZK Vrchlabí industrial zone (Královéhradecký kraj), and 66.4M CZK D6 Nové Strašecí – Řevničov (Berger+Alpine). The company currently employs approximately 320 people and bills itself as one of the few Czech-owned construction firms at this scale, with stated ambition to reinforce its position on the Czech market.

Name

Vodohospodářské stavby, společnost s ručením omezeným

Legal name

Vodohospodářské stavby, společnost s ručením omezeným

Website

https://vhs.cz

Company type

Private

Founded year

1953

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

VHS is a Czech-owned general construction company (Teplice, ~320 employees) delivering transport infrastructure, water-management works, ecological remediation, and trenchless pipe technologies through divisions in Ústí nad Labem, Karlovy Vary, and Plzeň, serving ŘSD, regional authorities, and major EPC primes.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Water Infrastructure & Road Construction

NAICS

Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction (23731), Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction (237110), Utility System Construction (2371)

SIC

Heavy Construction Other Than Bldg Const - Contractors (1600), Water, Sewer, Pipeline, Comm & Power Line Construction (1623)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYIMAFAEAB

Bridge & Viaduct Construction

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Construction & Civil Engineering/Civil Infrastructure (Roads, Bridges & Tunnels)

SECONDARYBPALAJAD

Concrete & Asphalt Recycling (RCA/RAP)

Business & Public Services/Waste Management & Remediation Services/Construction & Demolition (C&D) Waste Management

SECONDARYIMANADAG

Plumbing & Building Drain/Waste/Vent (DWV) Pipe & Fittings

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Plastics & Rubber Manufacturing/Plastic Pipe, Fittings & Conduit Manufacturing

Keywords

• Water infrastructure construction
• Road and highway construction
• Civil engineering services
• Asphalt production
• Environmental remediation works

Headquarters

HQ city

Teplice

HQ country

Czechia

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Construction Contracts: Revenue from construction projects as general contractor and subcontractor for public sector clients (roads, highways, water infrastructure, ecological projects). Projects include major infrastructure like D1, D6, D8 highways and energy sector projects for ŠKODA PRAHA Invest and Metrostav.
2. Materials Production and Sales: Production and sale of asphalt mixtures from company-owned and co-owned batch plants; concrete prefabricates from Prefa Žatec subsidiary
3. Equipment Rental: Rental of construction equipment, vehicles, and small mechanization including excavators, loaders, rollers, compressors, generators, pumps, welding equipment, trailers, and tools with optional operator services
4. Real Estate Development: Development and sale of residential apartment buildings (e.g., 'Bytové domy u Parku Žatec' with 38 apartments)

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

VHS is a Czech general construction contractor that designs, builds, and reconstructs transport infrastructure (roads, highways, bridges, underpasses, roundabouts, sidewalks), water management works (wastewater treatment plants, reservoirs, dams, water supply systems), ecological/environmental projects (landfill remediation, river revitalization, flood damage rehabilitation), and engineering networks (sewage, water supply, gas pipeline relocations). The company also produces and sells asphalt mixtures from its own certified plants, rents construction equipment with operators, and develops residential apartment buildings for sale to end buyers.

Product overview

Vodohospodářské stavby (VHS) is a Czech construction company offering a comprehensive portfolio of construction services through multiple specialized divisions. The core offering encompasses transport construction (roads, highways, bridges), ecological construction (wastewater treatment plants, reservoirs, reclamation), water works (dam construction and repair), building construction and engineering networks (sewage, water supply, pipelines), and asphalt production and laying. Supporting services include equipment rental, geodetic services, transport and mechanization, and residential building development. The company operates through regional divisions in Teplice (headquarters), Ústí nad Labem, Karlovy Vary, and Plzeň, managing projects across the Czech Republic.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Transport Construction (Dopravní stavby) Construction of roads, highways, bridges, underpasses, roundabouts, sidewalks, and parking areas for public sector clients including the Czech Road and Motorway Directorate (ŘSD), regional road administrations, and municipalities.
• Ecological Construction (Ekologické stavby) Environmental and ecological construction including wastewater treatment plants, reservoirs, reclamation works, watercourse revitalization, landfill remediation, dam construction and repair, and pond restoration for government and industrial clients.
• Water Works Construction (Vodní díla) Construction and reconstruction of water structures including dam rehabilitation, reservoir management, and water infrastructure for municipalities and regional governments.
• Building Construction and Engineering Networks (Pozemní stavby a inženýrské sítě) Construction of engineering networks including sewage systems, water supply pipelines, melioration systems, repairs and rehabilitation of engineering networks, and gas pipeline relocations for municipalities and developers.
• Asphalt Mixture Production and Laying (Obalované směsi) Production and laying of asphalt mixtures using cold and hot recycling methods, including construction and reconstruction of road surfaces, cycle paths, roads, and parking lots. Materials are sold externally from company batch plants in Chabařovice and Koterov (Plzeň).
• Equipment Rental with Operators (Půjčovna mechanizace) Rental of construction equipment, vehicles, and small mechanization (vibratory machines, mini excavators, power units, welding machines, compressors, trailers, grinders, pressure washers, pumps, drills, saws, lasers, scaffolding) with optional operator services to contractors and individuals.
• Geodetic and Surveying Services (Geodetické služby) Classical geodesy (geometric plans, engineering networks, map backgrounds, company maps), construction geodesy for residential buildings, roads, technological units, and cubatures, plus aerial photography for digital terrain models, sections, and profiles.
• Transport and Mechanization Services (Doprava a mechanizace) Transportation and earthworks services delivered with VHS's in-house fleet of trucks, excavators, loaders, rollers, dozers, graders, finishers, and other construction machinery, available with operators to internal and external customers.
• Small Mechanization Workshop Services (Středisko malé mechanizace) Deployment of small mechanization equipment, repairs, service and maintenance, concrete and asphalt cutting, core drilling, plus electrical work including revisions, inspections, and emergency repairs.
• Residential Apartment Development (Bytové domy) Development and direct sale of newly built residential apartment buildings to individual buyers; the featured project comprises four residential buildings with 38 apartments (1+KK to 4+KK), rooftop apartments, commercial spaces, and parking in Žatec.

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Západočeská obalovna s.r.o.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint venture partnership (50% VHS, 50% SWIETELSKY stavební s.r.o.) owning and operating the West Bohemian asphalt plant located in Koterov near Plzeň. Provides asphalt materials for VHS Plzeň division road construction projects.
• Prefa ŽatecminorOthersVHS holds majority share (since 1998) in Prefa Žatec, which produces concrete prefabricates used in engineering and non-residential construction.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Hochtief CZ a.s. Czech operations of German Hochtief (ACS Group), engaged in large-scale civil engineering and infrastructure projects. Competes with VHS for major ŘSD and regional infrastructure tenders at a larger scale.
• Skanska a.s. Czech subsidiary of Swedish Skanska Group, competing on road, bridge, and civil infrastructure projects in the Czech Republic. Operates at significantly larger scale than VHS across multiple European geographies.

Direct peers

• Metrostav a.s. Largest Czech construction company with comparable heavy civil and water infrastructure capabilities. VHS already operates as subcontractor to Metrostav (e.g., EPC OB 05.1 power plant project, 245.3M CZK), illustrating direct overlap in road, bridge, water, and industrial construction.
• Porr a.s. Czech subsidiary of Austrian Porr AG, active in heavy civil engineering, road construction, and infrastructure. Directly competes with VHS on ŘSD tenders and similar public infrastructure contracts in the Czech market.
• SWIETELSKY stavební s.r.o. Czech subsidiary of Austrian SWIETELSKY group, active in road construction, civil engineering, and asphalt production. VHS's 50/50 JV partner for Západočeská obalovna, indicating direct operational overlap and strategic partnership in asphalt and road works.
• Colas CZ, a.s. Czech subsidiary of French Colas Group (Bouygues), specializing in road construction, asphalt production, and pavement technologies. Direct competitor for road contracts and asphalt material sales in the Czech market.
• M-Silnice a.s. Czech mid-sized road and bridge construction company with comparable regional focus on transport infrastructure. Directly competes with VHS on regional road administration and ŘSD contracts in northern and western Bohemia.
• Eurovia CS, a.s. Czech subsidiary of Eurovia (Vinci group), one of Europe's largest road construction and asphalt production specialists. Directly competes with VHS on ŘSD and regional road administration contracts and operates its own asphalt plants.
• Berger Bohemia a.s. Czech entity of Berger Bau (part of Strabag group), specializing in road and civil construction. Directly comparable to VHS on transport infrastructure works; VHS has performed as subcontractor to Berger+Alpine on D6 Nové Strašecí–Řevničov project.
• Strabag a.s. Czech operations of Austrian-headquartered Strabag, one of Europe's largest construction groups. Competes directly with VHS on highway, bridge, and civil infrastructure contracts (including via JV entity Berger+Alpine, where VHS acts as subcontractor).

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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