About us

"The most important prerequisite for all life and work is light."

Villum Kann Rasmussen

VELUX Founder

What makes us unique?

In 1965, Villum Kann Rasmussen formulated the Model Company Objective to define our way of doing business.

At VELUX we believe we have a responsibility to drive change within the company, our sector and beyond. We strive to transform indoor spaces to have a positive impact on the people who live, work and play in them while being at the forefront of climate and nature action.

Transforming spaces into favourite places

We bring daylight and fresh air into homes and buildings all over the world. VELUX solutions, from roof windows and sun tunnels to blinds and shutters, help create healthy and comfortable indoor environments.

Villum Kann Rasmussen founded the company in 1941. Today we employ 11,000 people worldwide, with sales offices in 37 countries and 21 production sites in 12 countries.

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VELUX History

VELUX roof windows have been improving the homes and lives of people all over the world. Explore our defining moments.

"A model company works with products useful to society and treats its customers, suppliers, employees of all categories and shareholders better than most other companies. A model company makes a profit which can finance growth and maintain financial independence."

VELUX Founder Villum Kann Rasmussen, 1965

Running a responsible business

It is important for us to give back to the societies we operate in while working responsibly with scarce natural resources. Sustainability is at the core of our strategy, and we have bold ambitions within three focus areas:

Lead for climate and nature
Innovate customer solutions
Enhance workplace diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI)

Sustainability in VELUX

Management

With their exemplary business leadership, the VELUX management team and board of directors set the tone and guide the way forward for our company.

Ownership

The VELUX Group is owned by VKR Holding A/S, a limited company wholly owned by VILLUM FONDEN and members of the Kann Rasmussen family. The VELUX Group’s financial results are incorporated into VKR Holding’s consolidated accounts. In 2022, the VELUX Group had total revenue of EUR 2.99 billion, VKR Holding had total revenue of EUR 4.29 billion, and THE VELUX FOUNDATIONS donated EUR 181 million in charitable grants.

VELUX Company Ltd is a sales and marketing organisation covering the whole of the United Kingdom and Ireland. We are part of the international VELUX Group with sales and manufacturing operations in 35 countries and 11,000 employees worldwide. Our local company was originally incorporated in the UK in 1954.

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Like any other company, our business depends on the people who work for us. Employees who are dedicated to what they do, who come up with new ideas and have the skills to make them happen. Dedication, innovation and craftsmanship need the right conditions to unfold. And that’s what we want to provide. Be part of an international team and read more about career opportunities at VELUX Group.