Values, philosophy
and vision.
The Österreichischer Kommunal-Verlag is the media house for Austria's municipalities and the construction industry: we develop and operate trade media such as KOMMUNAL and a3BAU, along with events, a B2B marketplace and professional development – connecting advertisers directly with their target audience. What we stand for in doing so, you can read here.
We are more than a publisher. We are the voice of municipalities – and the bridge between those who shape Austria every day and the companies that want to support them in doing so.Michael Zimper CEO, Österreichischer Kommunal-Verlag GmbH
Mission
What drives us.
For the benefit of all, we want to foster the innovative development of municipalities by connecting those who shape them with forward-looking solutions.
We see ourselves as a platform between business and municipalities – as the medium that turns attention into trust and trust into decisions.
Vision
A Europe of municipalities.
In our vision, Europe is a mosaic of diverse municipalities that together form a resilient whole. KOMMUNAL is the driving force of this Europe led by its municipalities.
We empower municipalities to create ideal living spaces for their citizens.
Our philosophy
Approachable. Forward-thinking.
Stronger together.
Being approachable
We meet mayors, municipal directors and council members as equals – authentic, direct and with genuine understanding of the daily challenges of local politics. This is how the trust that carries our work is built.
Thinking ahead
We spot trends early and give municipalities the tools for smart decisions – digital, sustainable and efficient. So that our clients reach their target audience not only today, but tomorrow as well.
Stronger together
As a network between municipalities, politics, business and civil society, we create synergies that individual players could never achieve on their own – the true added value of our platform.
Our values
What guides us.
Customers at the centre
Our clients are companies and institutions that want to reach Austria's municipalities. For them we create the greatest value: outstanding quality, innovative brands and a direct line to decision-makers.
Valuing & developing our people
We treat one another with respect, trust each other and develop our skills together. Taking ownership and a high level of performance secure our success.
A leading role in subsidiarity
We champion a strong Europe that grows from the bottom up – starting with the unit closest to citizens. In concrete terms, we give municipalities a voice and connect them with those who move them forward.
A family business with a future
As a family business we think in the long term rather than in quarters: fair dealing, solid financing and development across generations – from our publishing roots in 1981 to today.
Get to know us.