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The 50 largest companies with in-house R&D in Hungary

Tamtam tracks 63 companies with in-house R&D headquartered in Hungary. This list ranks the 50 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by MOL Group, Semmelweis University and Bosch Magyarország. Their median headcount is 405. Half of them were founded in 1991 or later. The most common headquarters are Budapest (34).

🇭🇺 Hungary50 companiesUpdated Nov 12, 2026

The companies listed are primarily large Hungarian organizations with substantial employee counts, many of which are long-established. They span various sectors, including higher education, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and heavy industry. Noteworthy examples include MOL Group, an integrated oil and gas company; Semmelweis University, a medical institution; Gedeon Richter, a pharmaceutical manufacturer; and AUDI HUNGARIA Zrt., involved in motor vehicle manufacturing.

A significant pattern observed is the concentration of headquarters in Budapest, indicating the capital city's role as a central hub for these larger entities. While several universities are present across different cities, the industrial and pharmaceutical companies tend to be based in Budapest.

#CompanyIndustryHeadquarters EmployeesFounded
1
MOL Groupmolgroup.info

Integrated international oil and gas company, active globally with a large workforce and extensive industry experience.

Oil and Gas 🇭🇺 Budapest 5,379 1991
2
Semmelweis Universitysemmelweis.hu

A renowned institution in Hungary offering education, research, and healthcare services in the field of medicine and health sciences

Hospitals and Health Care 🇭🇺 Budapest 4,367 1769
3
Bosch Magyarországbosch.hu

The company invents high-quality technologies and services to enrich lives, fostering growth, enjoyment, and inspiration among its associates Join us! #LikeABosch

Software Development 🇭🇺 Budapest 3,851 1898
4
Eötvös Loránd Universityelte.hu

A prestigious public higher education institution in Hungary with a long history, offering a wide range of programs to domestic and international students

Higher Education 🇭🇺 Budapest 3,021 1635
5
University of Debrecenunideb.hu

Leading educational institution with over 450 years of history, offering diverse programs in 14 faculties while focusing on research, innovation, and collaboration with the private sector

Education Administration Programs 🇭🇺 Debrecen 2,845 n/a
6
Gedeon Richtergedeonrichter.com

Hungarian pharmaceutical company producing over 200 medicines, focusing on CNS, cardiovascular, gynecological therapies, offering career opportunities.

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing 🇭🇺 Budapest 2,820 1901
7
University of Szegedu-szeged.hu

A prestigious research university in Szeged, Hungary offering a wide range of international bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs with scholarships available

Higher Education 🇭🇺 Szeged 2,611 1581
8
AUDI HUNGARIA Zrt.audi.hu

Provides career development opportunities through continuous learning, competence-based models, and a high-tech, dynamic work atmosphere for employees.

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing 🇭🇺 Győr 2,317 1993
9
Egis Pharmaceuticals PLCint.egis.health

A leading generic pharmaceutical company in Central Eastern Europe focusing on cardiovascular and central nervous system diseases, offering innovative treatment solutions

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing 🇭🇺 Budapest 2,087 1913
10
Barentzbarentz.com

Global distributor of life science and specialty performance ingredients, offering technical support, formulation services, and testing from state-of-the-art facilities worldwide Operating in over 70 countries

Chemical Manufacturing 🇭🇺 Info.desk@barentz.com 2,037 1953
11
PECpeccorp.com

A global company founded in 1984, specializing in technology and equipment for battery cell production, with a focus on reducing energy consumption and improving performance

Renewable Energy Equipment Manufacturing 🇭🇺 Budapest 1,706 1984
12
Corvinus University of Budapestuni-corvinus.hu

Leading Hungarian institution providing business, economy, and social science education for thousands of students across multiple campuses with international accreditations and partner networks.

Higher Education 🇭🇺 Budapest 1,647 1920
13
University of Pécsinternational.pte.hu

A prestigious university in Hungary offering a wide range of degree programs in English and German, attracting over 4,500 international students annually

Higher Education 🇭🇺 Pécs 1,401 1367
14
Sylvania Groupsylvania-group.com

A leading provider of consumer, professional, and architectural lighting solutions with a century of expertise in lamps and luminaires

Electric Lighting Equipment Manufacturing 🇭🇺 Budapest 1,106 n/a
15
ANY Security Printing Company PLCany.hu

Leading security printing company providing identity solutions globally, specializing in secure document and card production with over 170 years of experience and international certifications

Printing Services 🇭🇺 Budapest 1,037 1851
16
University of Debrecen (UD)unideb.hu

An integrated institution of higher education in Hungary with a 470-year-old heritage, offering diverse programs to over 30,000 students

Higher Education 🇭🇺 Debrecen 1,016 n/a
17
GRAPHISOFTlinktr.ee

Empowering architectural, engineering, and construction teams with award-winning software and services for seamless design workflows and global collaboration

Software Development 🇭🇺 Budapest 916 1982
18
Knorr-Bremse Rail Systems Budapestrail.knorr-bremse.com

The Budapest site of a global rail vehicle systems division develops and manufactures braking systems and high-tech equipment for trains worldwide

Railroad Equipment Manufacturing 🇭🇺 Budapest 747 1995
19
Semilab Zrtsemilab.com

Designs, produces, sells metrology equipment for semiconductor and photovoltaic material characterization, monitoring manufacturing processes, and R&D in these areas.

Semiconductor Manufacturing 🇭🇺 Budapest 662 1989
20
Pannon Egyetem - University of Pannoniauni-pannon.hu

The University of Pannonia offers quality education, research opportunities, scholarships, and industry partnerships to support student success and regional development

Higher Education 🇭🇺 Veszprém 633 1949
21
Széchenyi István Egyetemuni.sze.hu

A prominent university located in Győr offering a wide range of education programs and opportunities for students to excel

Higher Education 🇭🇺 Győr 572 1968
22
HungaroControl - Hungarian Air Navigation Servicesen.hungarocontrol.hu

HungaroControl provides air navigation services, conducts research, and supports innovations in flight safety, capacity, cost reduction, and environmental protection

Airlines and Aviation 🇭🇺 Budapest 552 2002
23
IdomSoft Zrt.idomsoft.hu

The company develops and operates high-level, nationally significant IT systems, giving citizens back time to focus on what they love

IT Services and IT Consulting 🇭🇺 Budapest 545 2010
24
KESZ Groupkeszgroup.com

A leading construction group in Hungary with over 40 years of experience, offering a wide range of services from planning to execution across multiple countries

Construction 🇭🇺 Budapest 444 1982
25
Knorr-Bremse R&D Centerjoinus.hu

The engineers at the research and development center work on cutting-edge developments and manufacturing tasks related to every aspect of commercial vehicle braking systems

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing 🇭🇺 Budapest 405 1995

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26
Robert Bosch Kft.bosch.hu

A commercial operation in Hungary specializing in sales, customer service, R&D, and development of vehicle parts, diagnostic equipment, power tools, and security systems

Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering 🇭🇺 399 n/a
27
Gaijin Entertainmentgaijinent.com

Independent European developer and publisher of MMO action games like War Thunder, Crossout, Enlisted, CRSED: FOAD, and Star Conflict, with innovative technology and successful history

Computer Games 🇭🇺 Budapest 377 2002
28
University of Veterinary Medicine Budapestunivet.hu

The University of Veterinary Medicine Budapest is the only veterinary school in Hungary, offering DVM, BSc, PhD, and MSc programs in veterinary and biological sciences

Higher Education 🇭🇺 Budapest 371 1787
29
Magyar Agrár- és Élettudományi Egyetem (MATE)uni-mate.hu

A leading agriculture-focused higher education institution in Europe, offering a wide range of interdisciplinary courses in agriculture, economics, arts, IT, and pedagogy

Higher Education 🇭🇺 Gödöllő 353 n/a
30
HUN-REN SZTAKI (Institute for Computer Science and Control)hun-ren.hu

An interdisciplinary research institute specializing in computer science, engineering, and intelligent systems, conducting both basic and applied research projects for various partners

Research Services 🇭🇺 Budapest 330 1964
31
aiMotiveaimotive.com

A global company providing advanced automated driving technology solutions, encompassing software, development tools, and processing hardware to accelerate safe ADAS deployment

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing 🇭🇺 Budapest 321 2015
32
University of Sopronuni-sopron.hu

Leading university offering 58 courses in 8 fields of study, with a focus on forestry, education, economics, IT, and applied arts Prioritizing creativity, cooperation, and environmental awareness

Education Administration Programs 🇭🇺 Sopron 312 1735
33
AVL in Hungaryavl.com

Cutting-edge research and development center specializing in powertrain systems, employing 560 experts across Hungary, part of a global group offering innovative automotive solutions worldwide

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing 🇭🇺 Budapest 290 2002
34
University of Szegedu-szeged.hu

Research and education institution focusing on inorganic and analytical chemistry within the academic setting of Szeged University

Research Services 🇭🇺 223 n/a
35
Loxonloxon.eu

A trusted provider of end-to-end credit management solutions for financial institutions, focusing on efficient processes, risk management, and reducing credit losses

Software Development 🇭🇺 Budapest 210 2000
36
Széchenyi István Universityuni.sze.hu

A technical university in Hungary with a focus on electrical and mechanical engineering, known for its partnership with Audi and regional economic impact

Higher Education 🇭🇺 Győr 199 2002
37
Fornaxfornaxict.hu

A Hungarian IT company specializing in complex IT solutions, support, automation, and system integration Known for their award-winning workflow management system

Software Development 🇭🇺 Budapest 191 1991
38
Bitrisebitrise.io

Provides a mobile DevOps platform for continuous integration and delivery, helping teams automate app development, ensure quality, and accelerate release cycles.

IT Services and IT Consulting 🇭🇺 Budapest 188 2015
39
HM Elektronikai, Logisztikai és Vagyonkezelő Zrt.hmei.hu

A Hungarian state-owned company in the defense industry, focusing on technological developments, system integration, and various sectors such as IT, aviation, real estate, and security services

Defense and Space Manufacturing 🇭🇺 Budapest 185 1993
40
TDK Hungary Components Kft.hu.tdk-electronics.tdk.com

A leading European electronics development and manufacturing center in Western Hungary, specializing in electronic components for smart automotive applications Employing over 2700 people

Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing 🇭🇺 Szombathely 184 1994
41
Chemaxoncertara.com

A leading cheminformatics company offering chemical software for biotech and pharma industries, with a focus on user support and academic research

Software Development 🇭🇺 Budapest 172 1998
42
Goodwill Pharma Plc.goodwillpharma.com

The company develops innovative medicines, dietary supplements, and medical devices in various therapeutic areas, expanding globally while focusing on sustainability and accessibility

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing 🇭🇺 Szeged 145 1997
43
Adaptive Recognitionadaptiverecognition.com

A technology company specializing in OCR software and hardware for traffic enforcement, identity verification, and logistics, with global recognition in ALPR technology

IT Services and IT Consulting 🇭🇺 Budapest 137 1991
44
Turbineturbine.ai

The company is developing a predictive simulation of patient biology to inform experiments that identify and validate disease-driving hidden effects for the biopharma industry

Biotechnology Research 🇭🇺 Budapest 116 2016
45
BHE Bonn Hungary Electronics Ltd.bhe-corp.com

A Hungarian-owned company specializing in designing RF and microwave products for mobile operators, government, defense, aerospace, and civil safety solutions worldwide

Electrical Equipment Manufacturing 🇭🇺 Budapest 100 1991
46
Diligent Hungary

A global GRC SaaS provider, pioneering modern governance with technology for leaders of organizations to build effective, equitable, successful companies

Software Development 🇭🇺 Budapest 93 n/a
47
eCon Engineering Kft.econengineering.com

Hungarian engineering office with 70+ engineers offering CAE services, automation solutions, and software distribution for Ansys, Moldex3D, and Cast-Designer

Automation Machinery Manufacturing 🇭🇺 Budapest 66 2002
48
C3S Electronics Development LLCc3s.hu

A company founded by developers of the first Hungarian satellite, specializing in developing technologies for small satellites, building components for CubeSats, and ground stations

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing 🇭🇺 Budapest 55 2012
49
MSD Magyarországmsd.hu

A global leader in innovative pharmaceuticals, developing medicines and vaccines to combat challenging diseases and improve lives Pioneering research in healthcare for humans and animals

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing 🇭🇺 Budapest 53 1993
50
Equip-Testequip-test.com

Global player manufacturing high-quality PCB test equipment, with continuous investment in R&D and production, supported by loyal, well-trained personnel for customer support.

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing 🇭🇺 Vecsés 48 n/a

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Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 12, 2026.

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