Thales is a global technology leader in the markets of transportation, aerospace, defence and security. The ever-increasing importance of traffic engineering has led in the beginning of 2010 to the establishment of its own transport division. A team of 6,000 dedicated professionals provides critical solutions and services for rail and road traffic. Thales cooperates with more than 100 clients in the transportation sector worldwide. The transport activities of Thales in Austria date back to the beginnings of the railway system. With highly qualified personnel Thales Austria covers the entire spectrum of business activities – research and development, product management, business development and sales. At the national and international level customers can access the extensive experience and expertise in the implementation of projects of varying type, to build turnkey projects. Due to the strength of innovative, internationally active teams, the site of Vienna has the status of a center of excellence within the group. Thales currently employs approximately 400 employees in Austria.