Bavarian State Minister Hubert Aiwanger Opens Knürr GmbH's New Experience Center

Arnstorf, June 29, 2026 – With the opening of its new Experience Center at its headquarters in Arnstorf, Knürr GmbH is sending a strong signal for innovation, regional value creation, and the economic strength of Lower Bavaria. To mark the occasion, Hubert Aiwanger, Bavarian State Minister for Economic Affairs, Regional Development and Energy, visited the company to gain first-hand insight into the technologies with which Knürr has been supporting public authorities, operators of critical infrastructure, and industrial companies in Germany and around the world for decades.

The visit focused on the strength of Bavaria's medium-sized businesses, the development of mission-critical control rooms, and the growing importance of resilient infrastructure for both the economy and society.

At the opening of the new Experience Center, Bavarian State Minister for Economic Affairs Hubert Aiwanger stated:

"For more than 50 years, Knürr has stood for innovation, reliability, and the highest quality. What began as a family-owned company in Lower Bavaria has grown into an internationally recognized specialist in control rooms and command centers. Knürr is an excellent example that cutting-edge technology does not have to come only from major metropolitan areas. It is also developed in rural regions – right here in the heart of Lower Bavaria. The new Experience Center is a clear commitment to this business location, and I am proud that Arnstorf is home to a company of global standing in such an important future-oriented industry."

Innovation for Control Rooms and Command Centers

Knürr GmbH is one of the world's leading specialists in innovative control room and command center solutions. For more than 50 years, the company has been developing and manufacturing safety-critical operator workstations and integrated control room solutions at its headquarters in Arnstorf, designed for demanding 24/7 mission-critical operations.

Knürr's solutions are deployed wherever people must assess complex situations, manage critical processes, and make well-informed decisions within seconds under the highest level of responsibility. Typical application areas include emergency dispatch centers, fire and police control rooms, air traffic control centers, energy and utility companies, traffic and mobility management centers, industrial control rooms, as well as defense, cybersecurity, and critical IT infrastructure environments.

Putting People at the Center of Mission-Critical Operations

Modern control rooms are far more than technical facilities. They are the heart of communication, coordination, and decision-making in mission-critical operations. In 24/7 environments, operational performance and safety depend not only on technology but also on the optimal design of the workplace.

Knürr therefore combines ergonomic operator workstations with intelligent visualization, high-performance signal management, and comprehensive energy and infrastructure monitoring to create fully integrated solutions. The goal is to optimize human-machine interaction while providing operators with the best possible support during both routine operations and exceptional emergency situations.

Expertise from Bavaria – Trusted Worldwide

With numerous successfully completed projects, Knürr has become an established partner for public authorities and industrial enterprises alike. In Bavaria alone, the company has equipped numerous emergency medical service and fire brigade control centers. In addition, Knürr maintains framework agreements with police authorities across several German federal states. Customers in many other mission-critical sectors also rely on the company's expertise from Arnstorf, including the German Armed Forces Space Command, international air navigation service providers, energy utilities, and leading industrial companies.

Critical Infrastructure Is Becoming Increasingly Important

During his visit, State Minister Hubert Aiwanger emphasized the growing importance of modern control rooms:

"We are witnessing an increasing threat from industrial espionage, foreign sabotage, and domestic extremism. As a result, control rooms and command centers are no longer found only in police departments or airports. Today, an increasing number of industrial companies, construction firms, and even sawmills rely on these systems. They ensure that electricity continues to flow, industrial facilities can be operated safely, and emergency services are able to respond quickly. At the same time, the data generated by these systems helps optimize operational processes, improving not only security but also economic efficiency. I am therefore convinced that Knürr's expertise will become even more important in the years ahead. The Bavarian State Government will continue to support the company with advice and practical assistance."

The Growing Importance of Modern Control Rooms

These statements underline the increasing importance of modern control rooms in an era of accelerating digitalization, rising demands for supply security, and emerging threats to critical infrastructure. Control rooms are evolving into central hubs for public safety, energy supply, mobility management, and industrial process control.

The New Experience Center Brings Innovation to Life

With its new Experience Center, Knürr has created a space where modern control room technologies can be experienced first-hand. Customers, partners, and other interested stakeholders can explore fully integrated operator workstation solutions, ergonomic workplace concepts, and innovative visualization and monitoring technologies for a wide range of mission-critical applications.

Going forward, the Experience Center will serve as a platform for collaboration between planners, architects, operators, and users of critical infrastructure. It will provide an environment where tailored solutions can be developed jointly and future requirements for modern control rooms and command centers can be addressed through practical demonstrations and expert exchange.

Committed to Bavaria and the German Mittelstand

Following a successful management buyout in 2023, Knürr once again operates as an independent company headquartered in Arnstorf. With more than 100 employees, the company continues to develop and manufacture its solutions in Lower Bavaria, reaffirming its long-term commitment to the regional economy.

Quality, innovation, and sustainability form the foundation of Knürr's corporate philosophy. The company is certified to ISO 9001 (Quality Management) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management) and voluntarily publishes a sustainability report in accordance with the German Sustainability Code (DNK).

With its new Experience Center, Knürr reinforces its ambition to actively shape the future of modern control rooms and command centers through technological excellence, ergonomic expertise, and a clear commitment to engineering and manufacturing Made in Bavaria.

About Knürr GmbH

Knürr GmbH is one of the world's leading specialists in innovative solutions for mission-critical control rooms and command centers. For more than 50 years, the company has designed, engineered, and manufactured customized, fully integrated operator workstation systems for demanding 24/7 environments at its headquarters in Arnstorf, Lower Bavaria.

Its portfolio includes comprehensive workstation solutions for mission-critical applications, incorporating visualization technologies, KVM systems, media control solutions, and complementary IT infrastructure components. Knürr's products and services are used across a wide range of industries, including public safety and defense, energy and utilities, connected mobility, industrial process control, and critical IT infrastructures. Throughout every project, uncompromising quality, precision, and a human-centered design philosophy remain at the core of the company's approach.

Knürr supports its customers throughout the entire project lifecycle—from initial consulting and planning to engineering, manufacturing, installation, commissioning, and ongoing operational support. All end-to-end solutions are developed and manufactured entirely in Germany. Supported by an established international partner network, Knürr ensures consistently high quality standards and professional project execution worldwide.

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