What Texport Holding Gmbh does

TEXPORT Handelsgesellschaft m.b.H. (operating as Texport Holding GmbH) is an Austrian, family-owned manufacturer of high-tech protective clothing for firefighters and emergency responders, founded in 1992 in Salzburg by Otmar Schneider. The company designs and produces a comprehensive portfolio of structural firefighting garments (FIRE EVO ONE, FIRE BLAZE, FIRE SURVIVOR, FIRE PHOENIX, FIRE EXPLORER, FIRE X-FLASH, FIRE BREAKER ACTION, FIRE STRETCH, FIRE TWIN, FIRE BASIC, FIRE DRAGON, FIRE BEAST, NX 2012), technical rescue apparel (FIRE INFORCER, FIRE RECON THL/WILDLAND, GUARDIAN RSQ, OFFICER FR), stationwear (EXECUTIVE, LEADER, LEADER FR MOTION, X-PULSATE), workwear, and accessories (gloves, hoods, hygiene overalls, identification gear).

The company's technology platform is built around proprietary materials and systems: the IB-TEX® outer fabric, X-TREME® and X-TREME Evolution material constructions, the patented TEXPORT Triple Fabric® reflective strip (EU Patent 08102991.0), the HPX-System® zipper-exchange mechanism (EU Patent 07121066.0), Integrated Rescue System (IRS), Rescue Belt System (RBS), Drag rescue systems, PTFE particle barriers achieving 99.99% filtration against soot and PAHs, and GORE-TEX® Fireblocker moisture barriers. All production is conducted in-house across four European facilities, which together manufacture approximately 345,000 protective clothing pieces, 640,000 metres of Triple Fabric® strips, and 360,000 metres of outer-layer material annually.

TEXPORT's business model is B2B institutional, selling to fire brigades, rescue organizations, and government/municipal buyers primarily through multi-year negotiated contracts and public procurement tenders, supplemented by a regional distributor network spanning 59 countries. Distribution combines direct enterprise field sales, public tenders (notably the Europe-wide Munich Fire Brigade contract, jointly executed with S-Gard), trade-show-led engagement (INTERSCHUTZ, A+A, ESS, 112RESCUE, IFRE-EXPO), and recurring service revenue via TEXPORT Premium Care (cleaning, repair, and maintenance). Pricing is quote-based per contract and not publicly disclosed; revenue is one-time product-based with repeat order and service components. The company serves approximately 1,130 fire brigades and organizations worldwide, with end customers spanning structural, technical rescue, wildland, and command-personnel use cases.

Name

Texport Holding Gmbh

Legal name

TEXPORT Handelsgesellschaft m.b.H.

Website

https://texport.at

Company type

Private

Founded year

1992

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

TEXPORT is an Austrian family-owned manufacturer of high-tech protective clothing for firefighters and emergency responders, operating four European production facilities and serving approximately 1,130 fire brigades across 59 countries with patented proprietary materials (IB-TEX®, X-TREME®, Triple Fabric®) and integrated rescue systems.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Protective Clothing for Firefighters

NAICS

Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing (31599)

akta.pro primary industry

Workwear, Uniform & Protective Apparel Manufacturers (CRAAAAAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Public Safety & Law Enforcement Uniforms (CRAAALAC), Fire/Rescue & Emergency Services Gear Laundry (HSAJAEAJ)

Keywords

• Firefighter protective clothing
• Structural firefighting apparel
• Technical rescue garments
• Wildland firefighting suits
• Emergency responder uniforms

Headquarters

HQ city

Salzburg

HQ country

Austria

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Protective Clothing Sales: TEXPORT generates revenue primarily through the sale of high-tech fire protection clothing and accessories. Products are sold to fire brigades, rescue organizations, and emergency services across 59 countries through direct sales and distributor networks. Revenue is one-time product-based with potential for repeat orders and spare parts/accessories. The company also offers care and repair services (TEXPORT Premium Care) as an additional revenue stream.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Texport designs, develops, and manufactures high-tech protective clothing and accessories for fire brigades and emergency services responders, sold to roughly 1,130 fire brigades and organizations across 59 countries. The portfolio is produced in-house at four European facilities and includes structural firefighting suits, technical rescue and wildland firefighting garments, stationwear, workwear, and accessories such as fire hoods, gloves, and hygiene overalls. The company also offers a TEXPORT Premium Care service for cleaning, maintenance, and repair of its garments.

Product overview

Texport Holding GmbH is a global technology leader in high-tech protective clothing for firefighters and emergency services. The product portfolio consists of multiple product families organized into five main categories: (1) Firewear - protective clothing for structural firefighting including FIRE EVO ONE, FIRE BLAZE, FIRE SURVIVOR, FIRE EXPLORER, FIRE PHOENIX, FIRE X-FLASH, FIRE BREAKER ACTION, FIRE STRETCH, FIRE TWIN, FIRE BASIC, FIRE DRAGON, FIRE BEAST, and NX 2012; (2) Technical Assistance - specialized rescue clothing including FIRE INFORCER, FIRE RECON THL, FIRE RECON WILDLAND, and FIRE WILDLAND; (3) Stationwear - professional uniforms including EXECUTIVE, LEADER FR MOTION, LEADER, and X-PULSATE; (4) Workwear - high-visibility work clothing including AROSA 20471 and POWER PROTEC AUS; (5) Accessories - including protective gloves, fire hoods, hygiene overalls, identification gear, and operational bags. The company also offers two proprietary technology systems: IRS (Integrated Rescue System) and RBS (Rescue Belt System) that integrate into their protective garments. All products are manufactured at four company-owned production facilities in Europe.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• TEXPORT Triple Fabric®: A textile reflective strip made from fabric, extremely breathable and long-lasting, with 3M silver reflective material. EU Patent 08102991.0.
• X-TREME Evolution®
• IB-TEX®
• TEXPORT Premium Care
• FIRE MUNICH
• TEXPORT XPERIENCE Box

Products and services

• FIRE EVO ONE Premium fire protective jacket and trousers featuring highest protection, best design, and optimal functionality. Flagship product for active-duty firefighters.
• FIRE BLAZE Fire protective clothing featuring smart, lightweight design with GORE-TEX membrane, TTFS reflective strips, and drag system. Available with PBI NEO Y55 or Nomex NXT outer fabrics. EN 469:2020 certified with performance levels X2 Y2 Z2.
• FIRE SURVIVOR High-performance fire protective clothing with RBS (Rescue Belt System) integration for emergency rescue situations.
• FIRE EXPLORER Fire protective clothing designed for extended firefighting operations with enhanced durability features.
• FIRE PHOENIX Fire protective clothing featuring advanced thermal protection for extreme firefighting conditions.
• FIRE X-FLASH Fire protective clothing designed for rapid intervention and flashover situations.
• FIRE BREAKER ACTION Fire protective clothing with enhanced mobility and action-ready features for active firefighting.
• FIRE STRETCH Fire protective clothing featuring stretch materials for enhanced flexibility and comfort during operations.
• FIRE TWIN Fire protective clothing with dual-layer construction for thermal protection.
• FIRE BASIC Entry-level fire protective clothing meeting basic safety standards for firefighting.
• FIRE DRAGON Fire protective clothing with specialized design for industrial firefighting applications.
• FIRE BEAST Heavy-duty fire protective clothing for extreme industrial firefighting scenarios.
• NX 2012 Fire protective clothing with NX fabric technology for enhanced performance.
• FIRE INFORCER Technical assistance protective clothing for professional rescue operations with enhanced functionality features.
• FIRE RECON THL Technical rescue protective clothing for technical hazard and rescue operations.
• FIRE RECON WILDLAND Protective clothing specifically designed for wildland firefighting operations.
• FIRE WILDLAND Lightweight single-layer fire protective clothing for forest and wildland firefighting.
• GUARDIAN RSQ Protective clothing with RSQ (Rescue Safety Quick) system for rapid rescue operations.
• OFFICER FR Fire retardant protective clothing designed for fire officers and command staff.
• SUPERIOR 20471 Premium fire protective clothing meeting EN 20471 high-visibility standard for emergency services.
• AROSA 20471 High-visibility workwear meeting EN 20471 standard for emergency and work environments.
• EXECUTIVE Premium stationwear for fire service executives and command personnel with professional appearance.
• LEADER FR MOTION Fire retardant stationwear with enhanced motion design for active fire service personnel.
• LEADER Professional stationwear for fire service leaders and command staff.
• X-PULSATE Stationwear featuring pulse-style design elements for modern fire service appearance.
• FIRE FOX Protective Gloves Fire protective gloves for hand protection during firefighting operations.
• FIRE SEAL Hood Fire hood with PTFE particle protection barrier offering 99.99% filtration efficiency against soot and PAH particles.
• FIRE TEX ll Hood Fire protective hood meeting EN 13911 standards for head and neck protection.
• INCIDENT HYGIENE OVERALLS Single-layer functional knit operational hygiene overall for use under chemical protective suits, providing comfort and hygiene during return from operations.
• IDENTIFICATION VEST High-visibility identification vest for firefighter identification during operations.
• POLO PREMIUM Premium polo shirt for professional appearance and casual station wear.
• PONCHO Emergency poncho for weather protection during fire service operations.
• RESPIRATOR SHEATH Protective sheath and carrying system for respirator masks.
• OPERATIONAL BAG Durable bag for carrying firefighting equipment and gear.
• TEXPORT Premium Care Professional care and maintenance service for TEXPORT protective clothing ensuring longevity and performance. Includes cleaning, maintenance, and repair of garments.

Quantifiable outcome

• 345,000 protective clothing pieces manufactured annually across four European production locations
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature11 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Hunter Apparel Solutions LtdcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 16 September 2025Hunter Apparel Solutions Ltd is TEXPORT's partner for the UK market, jointly exhibiting at ESS 2025 in Birmingham (Hall 5, Stand H170). The partnership enables TEXPORT to present its protective clothing portfolio to UK fire services and emergency responders through local representation.
• BBF NextcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 12 June 2025BBF Next is TEXPORT's distributor for the Polish market, jointly exhibiting at IFRE-EXPO 2025 in Kielce, Poland — one of the most important tradeshows for fire and rescue services in Central and Eastern Europe. The partnership allows TEXPORT to serve the Eastern European market with localized distribution.
• S-GardcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2018S-Gard is a premium manufacturer jointly responsible with TEXPORT for the FIRE MUNICH collection. The two technology leaders share responsibility for fire protection clothing manufactured to Munich fire brigades' specifications. The partnership represents a unique dual-supplier model in a major European fire brigade tender, combining both companies' expertise in protective clothing.
• A. HaberkornminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerA. Haberkorn cooperated with TEXPORT to create professional user videos for the integrated TEXPORT belt system (IRS/RBS), providing practical guidance for proper and safe use. This partnership enhances the usability and training support for TEXPORT's proprietary rescue belt systems.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Honeywell: Through its Honeywell Safety Products division (including the North brand and Morning Pride), Honeywell is a leading global supplier of structural and proximity firefighting garments. Competes directly on large public tenders with broad portfolio scale advantages.
• MSA Safety: US-listed global safety products manufacturer with a substantial firefighter PPE and SCBA portfolio (including the legacy MSA Cairns and Latchways brands). Competes with TEXPORT on large international municipal tenders and offers adjacent respiratory/helmets.
• Rosenbauer International: Austrian-headquartered global leader in firefighting vehicles and equipment, with a complementary portfolio in firefighter PPE. Comparable in Austrian heritage and European municipal fire-service customer base, though much larger and broader in scope.
• 3M (Scott Safety): Through its Scott Safety / 3M Personal Safety Division, 3M supplies firefighter turnout gear, SCBA, and respiratory protection. Direct competitor in firefighter PPE with global scale and materials expertise (Scotchlite reflective used broadly in turnout gear).

Others

• DuPont: Materials supplier whose Nomex® and Kevlar® fibers are used across the fire protective apparel industry including by TEXPORT. Comparable as the upstream enabler of firefighter PPE rather than as a direct garment competitor.
• W.L. Gore & Associates: Manufacturer of GORE-TEX® Fireblocker N moisture barriers used in TEXPORT's FIRE BLAZE garments. Functions as an upstream technology/materials partner to the broader fire protective apparel industry.

Direct peers

• LION Group: US-based specialist manufacturer of structural, wildland and technical rescue firefighter protective clothing. Directly comparable in product specialization (turnout gear, hoods, gloves) and customer focus (career, volunteer and wildland fire services).
• Ballyclare: UK-headquartered manufacturer of protective and flame-retardant clothing for fire, industrial and defense markets. Comparable in European public-sector fire service customer base and EN-certified turnout gear portfolio.
• S-Gard: German premium manufacturer of fire protection clothing and a direct competitor in structural firefighter garments. S-Gard is uniquely both a TEXPORT partner on the FIRE MUNICH collection and a head-to-head rival on European municipal tenders.

Regional players

• Viking Life-Saving Equipment: Denmark-based manufacturer of marine and offshore safety equipment including firefighter and emergency response protective clothing. Comparable in EN-certified protective apparel manufacturing though primarily serving marine/offshore rather than municipal fire markets.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 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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