# Aktien-Gesellschaft Brauerei Ponarth
**Wikidata**: [Q106413594](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q106413594)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/aktien-gesellschaft-brauerei-ponarth

## Summary
Aktien-Gesellschaft Brauerei Ponarth is a brewery organization founded in 1839 by Johann Philipp Schifferdecker, operating as a food manufacturer and part of the brewing industry in the German Reich, with headquarters in Kaliningrad Oblast and Kaliningrad.

## Key Facts
- The brewery was founded on September 15, 1839, by Johann Philipp Schifferdecker
- It operates under the legal form of Aktiengesellschaft since 1885
- The organization is classified as a brewery and business entity
- The official name has changed over time, including "Brauerei J. P. Schifferdecker", "Brauerei Ponarth", and "Kommanditgesellschaft auf Aktien Brauerei Ponarth E. Schifferdecke"
- The brewery is part of the food and tobacco industry and brewing industry
- It has a GND ID of 6055146-X and VIAF ID of 126502660
- The parent organization is Treuhand- und Verwaltungs-AG
- The brewery's headquarters has been located in Dimitrovo, Kaliningrad Oblast since 1849 and in Kaliningrad at Tuchmacherstrasse 20/22
- The field of work is the manufacture of beer
- The RateBeer brewery ID is ponarth/31863
- The sitelink count is 1
- The Wikipedia language is German

## FAQs
**What is the founding date and founder of Aktien-Gesellschaft Brauerei Ponarth?**
The brewery was founded on September 15, 1839, by Johann Philipp Schifferdecker.

**What is the legal form and when did it change?**
The brewery operates as an Aktiengesellschaft (stock corporation) since 1885.

**What are the different official names used over time?**
The official names have included "Brauerei J. P. Schifferdecker", "Brauerei Ponarth", "Kommanditgesellschaft auf Aktien Brauerei Ponarth E. Schifferdecke", and "Kommanditgesellschaft Brauerei Ponarth E. Schifferdecker & Co.", with different start times for each.

**What is the parent organization?**
The parent organization is Treuhand- und Verwaltungs-AG.

**Where are the headquarters located?**
The headquarters have been located in Dimitrovo, Kaliningrad Oblast since 1849 and in Kaliningrad at Tuchmacherstrasse 20/22.

**What is the field of work for this brewery?**
The field of work is the manufacture of beer.

**What is the RateBeer brewery ID?**
The RateBeer brewery ID is ponarth/31863.

**How many sitelinks are associated with this entity?**
There is 1 sitelink associated with this entity.

## Why It Matters
Aktien-Gesellschaft Brauerei Ponarth plays a crucial role in the brewing industry by producing and distributing beer, contributing to the economy through job creation and supporting local communities. As part of the food manufacturing sector, it represents the historical and cultural significance of breweries in human society, with references in various databases and thesauri reflecting its long-standing presence. The brewery contributes to the environment through its production processes and has been documented in historical and cultural contexts, highlighting its importance in human history.

## Notable For
- Being a key part of the brewing industry with a long history dating back to 1839
- Operating as a food manufacturer and classified as a factory
- Having multiple official names reflecting organizational changes over time
- Being referenced in various databases including Wikidata and RateBeer
- Having a specific RateBeer brewery ID (ponarth/31863)
- Operating under the legal form of Aktiengesellschaft since 1885
- Having headquarters in both Dimitrovo, Kaliningrad Oblast and Kaliningrad
- Being part of the food and tobacco industry classification

## Body
### History and Founding
Aktien-Gesellschaft Brauerei Ponarth was founded on September 15, 1839, by Johann Philipp Schifferdecker. The brewery has operated under various organizational forms throughout its history, including as a Kommanditgesellschaft (partnership) before transitioning to an Aktiengesellschaft (stock corporation) in 1885. The organization has maintained its position as a key player in the brewing industry for over 180 years.

### Organizational Structure
The brewery operates under the legal form of Aktiengesellschaft, which became effective in 1885. It is currently part of the parent organization Treuhand- und Verwaltungs-AG. The official name has evolved through different periods, reflecting changes in the company's structure and operations. The brewery is classified as both an organization and a business, specifically as a brewery within the food and tobacco industry.

### Location and Operations
The brewery's headquarters has been located in Dimitrovo, Kaliningrad Oblast since August 2, 1849, and later in Kaliningrad at Tuchmacherstrasse 20/22. The geographical location has changed over time but remains within the Kaliningrad region. The brewery's field of work is specifically the manufacture of beer, with brewing equipment as an essential component of its operations.

### Industry Classification and References
The brewery is classified under the food and tobacco industry and brewing industry categories. It has been referenced in various databases and knowledge systems, including Wikidata (viaf_id: 126502660) and RateBeer (brewery_id: ponarth/31863). The organization has a GND ID of 6055146-X, indicating its presence in German national library cataloging systems.

### Official Names and Evolution
The official name has changed multiple times throughout the brewery's history:
- "Brauerei J. P. Schifferdecker" (starting 1839-09-15)
- "Brauerei Ponarth" (starting 1849-08-02)
- "Kommanditgesellschaft auf Aktien Brauerei Ponarth E. Schifferdecke" (starting 1869-06-11)
- "Kommanditgesellschaft Brauerei Ponarth E. Schifferdecker & Co." (starting 1869-07-02)
- "Aktien-Gesellschaft Brauerei Ponarth" (starting 1885-11-11)

These different names reflect the organizational transformations and expansions that occurred over the years.

### Industry Classification and Standards
The brewery is classified as a factory and food manufacturer according to industry standards. It operates within the broader brewing industry and is distinct from bars and brewery buildings, focusing on the production and sale of beer rather than serving it. The brewery has been documented in various thesauri and ontologies, including the Environment Ontology (ENVO_00003885).

### Digital Presence and Classification
The brewery has a sitelink count of 1 and is referenced in the RateBeer database. The Dewey Decimal Classification codes for breweries include 647.95, 338.4766342, 338.76633, 663.42, and 338.766342, which are relevant for library classification systems. OpenStreetMap tags related to breweries include "brewery" for sales and "craft=brewery" for economic production.

### Cultural and Historical Significance
The brewery has been documented in historical and cultural contexts, including references in the Gran Enciclopèdia Catalana and the Bibliothèque Nationale de France. The term "brewery" has been used in various languages, including Danish (bryggeri), Finnish (panimo), and Japanese (ブルワリー), reflecting its international recognition and significance in the brewing industry.

## References

1. 20th Century Press Archives
2. [Source](https://www.schifferdecker.net/start1.php?seite=/chronik/brauerei.htm)
3. [Source](http://www.albert-gieseler.de/dampf_de/firmen4/firmadet46957.shtml)
4. [Source](http://purl.org/pressemappe20/folder/co%2F041462)