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TCN Journey – 30 Years of Excellence

Member News
21 May 2026
Gerta

From a small IT company to a trusted international system integrator, TCN has built a remarkable legacy over three decades.

Founded on May 20, 1996, TCN began with just one room, one computer, and two determined professionals. Early partnerships with Motorola and IBM laid the foundation for growth. Recognizing the need for local support, the company expanded into mission‑critical sectors in Albania, and then steadily earning trust across Europe and beyond.

A pivotal milestone came in 2010, when Albania joined NATO and TCN secured a Frame BOA agreement with the Alliance. Since then, TCN has delivered projects for NATO, the EU, and various Governments, cooperating with leading vendors worldwide. Today, TCN has implemented projects in 25 countries across Europe, the Balkans, Africa, and Central Asia, applying the highest international quality standards.

TCN’s business lines span:

  • Defense and Security
  • Air and Maritime Traffic Control
  • Public Safety and Law Enforcement
  • IT and Telecommunications
  • Airport Technology

The company has partnered with 8 of the world’s 10 largest defense contractors, but also with many other best in class vendors in USA, EU, Japan, etc,. Subsidiaries in Kosova and North Macedonia, along with representative offices in Montenegro and Tunisia, strengthen its regional presence.

Challenges and Resilience

TCN’s journey was not without obstacles: overcoming initial skepticism, navigating small markets, facing international competition, and dealing with geopolitical sensitivities and regulatory barriers. Yet, through integrity, reliability, excellence, continuous improvement, and sustainability, TCN built credibility and success.

Vision and Future

Driven by a team of committed professionals, and business integrity principles, TCN continues to expand into new markets and partnerships. Its vision is clear:
“To be a trusted international leader in next‑generation mission‑critical infrastructure and integrated technology solutions, enabling safer, more resilient, and more connected societies.”

As the world enters the AI era, TCN embraces strategic resilience and supports Albania’s and other countries digital transformation, and the modernization of their defense and security. With 30 years of proven excellence, TCN stands ready for new frontiers.

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