On 1 September 2025, dormakaba marks a significant milestone: ten years since the 2015 global merger of DORMA and Kaba, a transformative union that brought together two pioneers of access solutions with a combined heritage stretching back over 160 years.
For dormakaba Australia and New Zealand, this tenth anniversary is a chance to reflect on a remarkable journey of growth, innovation, and collaboration, not only with our dedicated team but also with our valued network of customers, industry professionals, and partners who continue to shape our shared success.
A Legacy of progress – globally and locally
While the dormakaba name is a decade old, our roots run deep. Kaba was founded in Switzerland in 1862, and DORMA in Germany in 1908. Both brands earned reputations as leaders in access control, security, and architectural hardware long before they came together under one global brand in 2015.
This shared expertise laid the foundation for dormakaba to become one of the world’s top three providers of access solutions, now operating in over 130 countries, employing more than 15,000 people worldwide, and holding around 1,600 active patents.
Locally, our presence dates back nearly 50 years. Kaba was officially registered in Australia in 1972, followed by DORMA’s registration in Australia and New Zealand in 1981. Since then, we've proudly contributed to thousands of projects across the region, from commercial buildings to healthcare facilities, education campuses to transport hubs, retail centres to residential complexes and critical infrastructure to government institutions.
Ten years. One story.
The 2015 merger of DORMA and Kaba marked the beginning of a new chapter, one that fused mechanical ingenuity with digital intelligence. In the decade since, dormakaba has become synonymous with innovation, trusted partnerships and reliable performance.
Across Australia and New Zealand, our team of over 1,000 employees supports a comprehensive product and service offering that includes:
Door Hardware– including complete door kits, mortice locks, exit devices, levers, hinges and our market-leading range of door closers.
Automatic Doors– from sliding, swing, and revolving doors to curved and folding systems.
Entrance Systems– including sensor barriers, speed gates, and turnstiles.
Access Control & Electronic Security– with cloud based platforms, digital key systems and integrated software.
Interior Glass Systems– combining architectural design with functionality for modern workspaces.
Master Key Systems– precision engineered solutions for scalable, secure access.
Service & Maintenance– responsive national support from certified technicians.
Our ability to offer end-to-end access solutions, from design to installation and ongoing service, ensures we meet the unique requirements of every industry sector we serve.
Partnering for Progress
None of this progress would be possible without the collaboration of our partners. Across Australia and New Zealand, our success is built on long-standing relationships with industry professionals, trade networks, distributors, architects, security integrators, facility managers, and builders.
Their feedback, trust and expertise have helped shape our approach to product development, customer service, and future innovation.
Looking Forward
While anniversaries offer a moment to reflect, they are also an invitation to look ahead. At dormakaba, we remain focused on the future, developing smarter access solutions, driving sustainable design and delivering seamless movement for people, places, and communities.
As we celebrate ten years of dormakaba and more than 160 years of legacy, we do so with appreciation for those who have joined us on the journey and with excitement for what comes next.
Here’s to the next decade of access innovation.