Business model and strategy

Taking the lead

With over 210 years of engineering excellence, ASTA’s products are embedded in the heart of modern energy systems -powering high-voltage transformers, industrial generators, and the expanding network of data centers driving global electrification.

As global electricity demand surges and infrastructure strains under pressure, the risk of systemic failures con­tinues to grow. The world urgently needs capable, proven players to deliver mission critical solutions that keep the lights on – and the energy flowing.

"Innovation has been at the heart of ASTA’s development for over 210 years. Let’s start the innovation drive for the coming decades!"

Dr. Karl Schäcke, CEO

Our mission

We are committed to driving forward the energy transition with highly efficient, sustainable copper technology.

Locations

Worldwide on site

ASTA headquarters

Oed, Austria

For over 210 years our engineers and technicians in Oed have developed the most advanced copper components on the market, and driven forward research into insulation technology and miniaturisation. Since their establishment, our operations in Austria have been supplied with electricity from the company’s own hydro plant on the River Piesting.
ASTA Bosnia and Herzegovina

Cazin

A state-of-the-art facility is under ramp-up in Cazin, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and will soon allow us to expand our capacities and to manufacture efficiently and competitively, without compromising on quality. Together with ASTA Austria in Oed, ASTA Bosnia and Herzegovina is part of ASTA Europe.
ASTA Brazil

Cerquilho & Três Corações

At ASTA in Brazil, we are proud of to be recognized as customer‘s first choice in Latin America, since 1945. Our technology partnership is the base to optimize customers projects with the highest quality though our extensive portfolio includes cutting-edge energy solutions, setting a new standard in the industry. Innovation is deeply in our DNA, driving our core business forward. ASTA Brazil consists of two separate facilities: Cerquilho and Três Corações. Both work closely together to ensure a maximum of quality and service for our customers.
ASTA China

Baoying

Our legacy business plays a key role in supporting the rapid expansion of renewable energy in China - a global leader in this field. ASTA China’s products offer a distinct competitive advantage, particularly in high-demand, high-voltage applications such as HVDC transmission lines. China now boasts the world’s largest HVDC network, featuring the longest lines and some of the most remarkable projects globally.
ASTA India

Gujarat

With our copper components for the energy sector, we are not only driving the energy transition in the world's fastest growing economy, but also setting new industrial standards at our production site in India. Strategically positioned in a highly dynamic region, ASTA India and ASTA China together serve the demand of our Asian customers.
Management

The driving force behind efficient development

Executive Board

Dr. Karl Schäcke

Dr. Karl Schäcke

Chief Executive Officer

Daniela Klauser

Daniela Klauser

Chief Financial Officer

Supervisory Board

Dr. Michael Pistauer

Dr. Michael Pistauer

Chairman of the Supervisory Board

Renate Krenn

Renate Krenn

Deputy Chairwoman of the Supervisory Board

Johannes Linden

Johannes Linden

Member of the Supervisory Board

Christian Kern

Christian Kern

Member of the Supervisory Board

Marc Vesely recte Riha

Marc Vesely recte Riha

Member of the Supervisory Board

Compliance

Our Commitment: Integrity and compliance with regulations

ASTA is synonymous with unrivalled quality and sustainable solutions. At the same time, integrity, sincerity and respect towards all our employees, customers and business partners are part of everything we do.

Our commitment to compliance does not simply involve conforming with all applicable laws, regulations and standards, including international norms; it is firmly integrated into our corporate culture by means of various company policies and guidelines.