History

The Company

Anyone who deals with Siemens' history becomes a witness to exciting developments. This global pioneer in electrical engi­neering began as a simple startup. Today, 170 years later, the 10-man business that once operated at Schöneberger Strasse 19 in Berlin is a global giant that has served as a major innovation and technology force over the years ...come with us on a thrilling trip through time.

	1847-1865 The company's founding and initial expansion.
1866-1896 Triumph of high-voltage engineering and major international projects.
	1897-1918 Growth through consolidation and partnerships.
1919-1932 Streamlining the company and returning to the global market.
	1933-1945 National Socialism and the war economy.
1945-1966 Rebuilding and rise to a worldwide corporation.
	1966-1988 New markets and business lines.
1989-2006 New paths in a time of crisis.
	2007-2021 Defining digitalisation.

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