Vector Informatik software tools

Vector Informatik GmbH, founded on April 1, 1988, is a German software company specializing in the development of tools and components for the design, analysis, testing, and networking of embedded electronic systems, particularly in the automotive sector. The company's product portfolio includes software tools such as CANalyzer, CANoe, and CANape, which are widely used for the development and validation of electronic control units (ECUs) and communication networks in vehicles. Headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany, Vector Informatik has expanded its global presence with subsidiaries in countries including the United States, Brazil, China, France, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Austria, Sweden, and India. In 2023, the Vector Group, encompassing all subsidiaries, reported a consolidated revenue of 1.16 billion euros and employed over 4,500 people worldwide. The company is privately held, with the Vector Stiftung, a corporate foundation established by the original founders Eberhard Hinderer, Martin Litschel, and Helmut Schelling, holding a 60% stake in Vector Informatik GmbH. The foundation focuses on charitable and social initiatives in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, supporting projects in research, education, and social engagement. The remaining 40% of the company's shares are held by the original founders and their families. This ownership structure reflects the founders' commitment to both the company's growth and its social responsibilities.