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Explore Aventra's history from the past 20 years.
In 2004, four visionaries set out to build something extraordinary. After their former workplace closed down, leaving them at a career crossroads, they decided to team up. Their mutual passion for chip cards and process automation fuelled their ambition, leading them to unite their skills and resources in pursuit of a fresh start. And so, they began their adventure together.
In the same year, their dreams took flight as they secured their first foreign customer, marking the beginning of their global expansion.
In 2005, they introduced the MyEID PKI smart card, setting the stage for a series of innovations to come.
With the launch of the current Active Process Manager in 2005, their company’s portfolio grew stronger, being one of the first in low-code workflow tools.
This caught the attention of industry giants like Fujitsu and Insta, who quickly became their flagship clients.
In the years that followed, things got busy, and in 2006, they came out with MyEID Dual Interface.
Timo Markkula started his role as CEO in 2007, marking the beginning of a new era in leadership.
As their team expanded with the addition of external expert recruits in 2007, so did their clientele. Notable names like Finavia joined their roster of customers.
In 2008, they made their first Mifare delivery.
The introduction of ActiveCMS in 2009 further solidified their position in the market, paving the way for international success.
By 2010, they had secured their first foreign PKI customer, signalling their growing presence on the global stage.
The years that followed brought a string of achievements, from groundbreaking implementations in healthcare to milestone deliveries in public transport and at the Karolinska Institute as an example.
In 2015, they achieved a significant milestone by making their first RFID delivery overseas.
In 2015, they also introduced the compact photography terminal Fotokiosk, adding another product to their lineup
In 2021, Jan Sjöblom assumed the role of CEO, infusing the company with a new vision and steering it towards innovative horizons.
That same year, they began a significant collaboration with a major player in the vehicle industry. Their longstanding expertise in high-security, identity, and access management, coupled with advanced knowledge in cyber security and cryptography, perfectly aligned with the customer’s stringent requirements. This partnership not only exemplifies their capability to meet complex challenges but also underscores their commitment to leading the way in secure technological advancements.
As they expanded, they sought to refresh their brand to mirror their forward-thinking and modern business practices.