AFZ Aus- und Fortbildungszentrum Rostock

What AFZ Aus- und Fortbildungszentrum Rostock does

AFZ Aus- und Fortbildungszentrum Rostock GmbH operates a vocational education and training center at the Rostock fishing port (Alter Hafen Süd 334) in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany. The company delivers programs across 14 specialized 'Bildungswelten' (educational worlds) covering occupational health and safety, maritime training under the S.T.A.R. Maritime brand, technology, gastronomy, healthcare, digitalization, management, trade and logistics, real estate, vocational integration, and trainer/apprentice development. Founded in 1991, AFZ serves both individual learners pursuing IHK-certified qualifications and corporate clients seeking customized workforce development, with course content spanning vocational preparation through Bachelor- and Master-level advancement.

The technical backbone comprises an Online-Campus learning management system supporting multiple delivery formats including in-person instruction at the Rostock facility, live online training via Zoom, blended learning, and self-paced e-learning. Specialized infrastructure includes a newly commissioned Atemschutzausbildungszentrum (respiratory protection training center) spanning approximately 300 square meters with Dräger firefighting training systems, a multi-story training labyrinth meeting DIN 14093 standards, a breathing apparatus workshop with compressor and filling technology (up to 300 bar), a Konditionsraum with central performance monitoring, a modern machining workshop, and a professional Medienstudio for digital learning content production. The company also operates Hotel & Restaurant Am KAI 334 on site, providing accommodation and catering for residential participants.

Revenue is generated through individual course fees, customized corporate training delivered on-site at client facilities or at AFZ Rostock, and ancillary hospitality income from the hotel and restaurant. Pricing follows a per-participant unit model with publicly disclosed course fees ranging from €185 for a one-day fire safety officer course (Brandschutzhelfer/-in, tax-free) to €590 for a two-day respiratory protection equipment training (Atemschutzgeräteträger), with additional costs for learning materials and examinations. Late cancellations incur a 10% fee (minimum €50). The business maintains multiple certifications including Certqua quality management, Seedienst seagoing service, IHK recognition (TOP Ausbildungsbetrieb 2026), STCW compliance for international maritime training, and partial BITV 2.0 / EU Directive 2016/2102 accessibility compliance.

Name

AFZ Aus- und Fortbildungszentrum Rostock

Legal name

AFZ Aus- und Fortbildungszentrum Rostock GmbH

Website

https://afz-rostock.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

AFZ Aus- und Fortbildungszentrum Rostock GmbH is a private German vocational education center operating across 14 specialized domains, including maritime STCW training, occupational safety, and technical certifications, with integrated hotel and hospitality services at the Rostock fishing port.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational Training and Continuing Education

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Professional and Management Development Training (611430), Apprenticeship Training (611513)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAOANAD

Maritime Safety, Security & Compliance (STCW/ISM/ISPS)

Education/Vocational, Technical & Trade Education/Maritime, Logistics & Transportation Trades

SECONDARYBPAEANAN

Training Delivery Services (Onsite/Virtual Instruction, Workshops, Coaching)

Business & Public Services/IT & Digital Services (Managed Services, Systems Integration)/IT Training & Technical Enablement Services

SECONDARYEDAIAIAH

Professional & Executive Short Courses (Non-Degree, International)

Education/International Education & Study Abroad/International Summer/Winter Schools & Short-Term Academic Programs

SECONDARYEDAOAKAG

Food Safety, Sanitation & HACCP Training

Education/Vocational, Technical & Trade Education/Culinary Arts, Baking & Food Service Training

Keywords

• Vocational training
• Continuing education
• Maritime safety training
• Occupational health safety
• Corporate training programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Rostock

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Course fees for vocational training and continuing education: Revenue from participant course fees for vocational training, continuing education courses, and professional certification preparation programs across 14 educational domains. Individual seminar pricing with additional costs for learning materials and examinations where applicable.
2. Corporate and in-house training services: Customized training programs developed for companies delivered either at client facilities or AFZ Rostock, providing tailored professional development solutions for business clients.
3. Hotel and restaurant services (Am KAI 334): Hotel accommodation and restaurant services operating Monday-Friday 07:00-14:00 and Saturday 07:00-13:00, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner to course participants and external guests.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

AFZ Aus- und Fortbildungszentrum Rostock GmbH provides vocational education, further training, and corporate courses across 14 specialized educational domains (Bildungswelten), including maritime STCW safety training, occupational health and safety certification, technical training, business administration, digitalization, gastronomy, and healthcare. Courses are delivered through multiple formats: in-person at the Rostock facility, live online via Zoom, blended learning, and self-paced e-learning through the proprietary Online-Campus LMS, supplemented by on-site customized corporate training and integrated hotel and restaurant services.

Product overview

AFZ Aus- und Fortbildungszentrum Rostock is a vocational education and training center offering a diversified portfolio of products and services organized under 14 educational areas ('Bildungswelten'). The core offering consists of vocational preparation, initial qualification, and continuing education across maritime, commercial, and technical domains. Training delivery formats include in-person courses at the Rostock facility, live online training via Zoom, combined blended learning, and self-paced e-learning through the proprietary Online-Campus learning management system. Specialized offerings include the Atemschutzausbildungszentrum (respiratory protection training center), STCW maritime certification programs, fire safety training, and customized corporate training services. Supporting services include the Medienstudio for video content production and the Hotel & Lokal Am KAI 334 hospitality facility.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• S.T.A.R. Maritime: Maritime training division offering STCW-compliant safety trainings, firefighting, and seafarer certification courses.
• Atemschutzausbildungszentrum
• Medienstudio AFZ Rostock

Products and services

• Online-Campus (Learning Management System) Digital learning platform providing course materials, videos, interactive self-learning courses, exercises, schedules and chat functionality for communication with instructors and fellow participants, enabling flexible e-learning access for course participants.
• Medienstudio (Media Studio) Professional media studio offering video production services for learning content, including YouTube tutorials and interactive learning units, serving organizations seeking to optimize their digital learning strategies.
• Atemschutzausbildungszentrum (Respiratory Protection Training Center) Modern training facility spanning approximately 300 m² featuring a camera-monitored respiratory protection exercise track, professional workshop with compressor and filling technology, seminar rooms, and modern social facilities for practical training under realistic conditions. Targets fire departments, companies, and maritime organizations.
• Hotel & Lokal Am KAI 334 On-site hotel and restaurant offering accommodation with panoramic views of the Rostock fishing harbor and fresh seasonal cuisine, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner to training participants and external guests Monday-Friday 07:00-14:00 and Saturday 07:00-13:00.
• Tagesseminare (Day Seminars) Single-day professional development seminars covering topics including commercial competencies, occupational health and safety, workplace safety, digitalization and AI, and customized training programs for individual learners and corporate clients.
• STCW Maritime Safety Trainings (S.T.A.R. Maritime) Maritime safety training programs compliant with STCW (Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping) conventions, including Basic Safety Training, Advanced Fire Fighting, and Refresher courses for seafarers and maritime organizations.
• Brandschutzhelfer/-in (Fire Safety Officer Certification) One-day training course qualifying participants as fire safety officers according to §10 ArbSchG, ASR A2.2, and DGUV regulations, covering fire prevention, fire extinguisher use, evacuation procedures, and practical firefighting exercises, priced at 185€ (tax-free).
• Atemschutzgeräteträger (Respiratory Protection Equipment User Certification) Two-day training course covering respiratory protection theory and practice per DGUV Regel 112-190, including equipment handling, tactics, maintenance, rescue techniques, and practical exercises in the Atemschutzausbildungszentrum, priced at 590€ per participant.
• Individuelle Schulungen (Customized Corporate Training) Tailored corporate training and coaching programs developed for specific company requirements, delivered either on-site at AFZ Rostock or at client company facilities for organization-specific professional development needs.

Quantifiable outcome

• Participants report reduced exam anxiety and increased confidence through comprehensive IHK exam preparation programs with sufficient practice exercises
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments14 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• IHK zu RostockcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Partnership with the Chamber of Industry and Commerce for certification and recognition of training programs. IHK examinations are administered for professional certifications including Betriebswirt, Fachwirt, and other recognized qualifications. IHK zu Rostock also awarded AFZ the TOP Ausbildungsbetrieb 2026 recognition.
• DrägercoreTechnology or Integration · 1 August 2025Provider of firefighting training systems and breathing apparatus technology for the Atemschutzausbildungszentrum. Dräger provided Feuerwehr-Trainingssysteme creating a realistic training environment with integrated software for continuous performance monitoring and exercise documentation.
• viminds - Digitalmarketing GmbHminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerDigital marketing agency responsible for website concept and implementation. Listed as vendor for digital marketing services and website development.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Eckert Schulen: One of Germany's largest private vocational education providers offering IHK-certified vocational preparation, continuing education, and Meister/Techniker/Fachwirt qualifications across multiple industries. Highly comparable in scope (multi-vertical vocational training with IHK certifications) though much larger and nationally distributed.
• WBS Training: German vocational training and retraining provider with state-recognized certifications across business, IT, technology, and healthcare verticals. Comparable in continuing education delivery and use of public funding channels (Bildungsgutschein).
• DAA Deutsche Angestellten-Akademie: Nationwide adult vocational education provider delivering IHK-certified courses, integration programs, and professional development across multiple industries. Comparable in adult continuing education with similar course archetypes and funding sources.
• bfw – Unternehmen für Bildung: National vocational qualification and retraining provider in Germany delivering vocational integration, occupational health and safety, and continuing education programs funded by employment agencies. Directly comparable in the vocational integration and occupational safety segments where AFZ operates.
• BBQ Bildung und Berufliche Qualifizierung: Vocational education and qualification provider in Germany with similar offerings across occupational safety, business administration, technology, and healthcare training. Direct peer in the German vocational continuing education market with multi-vertical coverage.
• GFN GmbH: German vocational education provider focused on IT, digitalization, and business qualifications with both classroom and online delivery. Comparable in the digitalization, business administration, and technology training verticals, including similar use of federal retraining funding.
• IBB Institut für Berufliche Bildung: German vocational education provider offering IHK-certified continuing education, retraining, and professional development courses with both in-person and online delivery. Comparable in course delivery model and IHK certification focus, though national rather than regional.

Broad incumbents

• DEKRA Akademie: Training division of DEKRA, a global testing and certification organization, providing occupational safety, fire protection, and professional development courses at national scale. Comparable in the occupational safety and firefighting training domains but with significantly broader portfolio.
• TÜV SÜD Akademie: Training and certification arm of TÜV SÜD offering occupational safety, quality management, and continuing education programs across Germany. Comparable in safety and certification training overlap but with broader industry coverage.
• TÜV Rheinland Akademie: Major German certification and training services arm of TÜV Rheinland, offering occupational safety, fire protection, and continuing education at national scale. Broadly overlaps with AFZ's Arbeits- und Gesundheitsschutz segment but operates much more broadly and at significantly larger scale.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCCwLIsAVx3_BJuSYFcfKDSA
• Facebookfacebook.com/AfzAusUndFortbildungszentrumRostockGmbh
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/afz-rostock
• Instagraminstagram.com/afzrostock
• TikToktiktok.com/@afzrostock

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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