History
The family-owned company of König has been in existence for over forty years. Of course, we are quite proud of this long tradition but we refuse to rest on the laurels of our past successes. We strive to retain and hone our competitive edge in the long term by making long-term investments.
History
The family-owned company of König has been in existence for over forty years. Of course, we are quite proud of this long tradition but we refuse to rest on the laurels of our past successes. We strive to retain and hone our competitive edge in the long term by making long-term investments.


1974 | Company founded by Richard König Development and manufacturing of retrofit seats for passenger cars Manufacturing of consoles and sports seats |
1987 | Foundation of “Formel König” Formula series for junior racers |
1989 | Expansion of the distribution network in Asia, the USA and Europe Distribution through wholesalers and retailers with over 250 dealers |
1998 | Start of development of customised products for special vehicles |
2000 | Expansion of the “Automotive” business unit Development and series manufacturing for VW Individual and smart Crossblade |
2004 | Development and distribution of “Secur24” Control room seat (Indoor business unit) |
2005 | Development and manufacturing of seats and seat systems for military vehicles |
2010 | Company management assumed by Sabine & Daniel Süß |
2014 | Expansion of “Mobility seats” product line |
2016 | Cooperation and development activities in the eSports seat segment |
2017 | Relaunch of brand and marketing presence |
1974 | Company founded by Richard König Development and manufacturing of retrofit seats for passenger cars Manufacturing of consoles and sports seats |
1987 | Foundation of “Formel König” Formula series for junior racers |
1989 | Expansion of the distribution network in Asia, the USA and Europe Distribution through wholesalers and retailers with over 250 dealers |
1998 | Start of development of customised products for special vehicles |
2000 | Expansion of the “Automotive” business unit Development and series manufacturing for VW Individual and smart Crossblade |
2004 | Development and distribution of “Secur24” Control room seat (Indoor business unit) |
2005 | Development and manufacturing of seats and seat systems for military vehicles |
2010 | Company management assumed by Sabine & Daniel Süß |
2014 | Expansion of “Mobility seats” product line |
2016 | Cooperation and development activities in the eSports seat segment |
2017 | Relaunch of brand and marketing presence |