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Owner-Manager of the Year 2023
Karl Venø Nielsen wins "Owner-Manager of the Year 2023" in Central and Western Jutland.
He leads Fog & Venø A/S and has created a leading acoustic panel manufacturer in three years, marking him as an innovative and inspiring business leader. -
High demand from the projekt market
Fog & Venø A/S is experiencing high demand for certified acoustic panels for construction projects.
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Became an entrepreneur at 63
The 67-year-old Karl Venø Nielsen embarked on entrepreneurship 4 years ago.
Together with his partner Ove Fog Jørgensen, they started producing and selling acoustic and sound-dampening products.
Press
2024
FOG & VENØ in the magazine Marie Claire Maison
April 2024
In the April edition of the design magazine Marie Claire Maison, FOG & VENØ are featured, where Tom Venø Nielsen, Chief Vision Officer, shares insights into the brand's core values and emphasizes the importance of environmental friendliness and sustainability for the company.
FOG & VENØ, ACOUSTIC SOLUTIONS FOR MODERN HOMES
March 2024
The acoustic panels made in Denmark not only offer sound-absorbing properties but also add a visual touch to the environment.
IT STARTED WITH A NAIL GUN...
March 2024
The 67-year-old entrepreneur, KARL NIELSEN, has been working with wood for more than 30 years. Four years ago, his experiences with the industry's tools took on a very special meaning when he purchased a nail gun to fulfill a potential customer's request for the delivery of soundproofing panels.
MULTIPLIED PRODUCTION ACCELERATES CENTRAL JUTLAND EXPORT ADVENTURE
February 2024
Over the past year, the Aulum-based company Fog & Venø has massively increased its production capacity. Now, they are ready to meet the demand from large export markets.
HE BOUGHT A NAIL GUN AND SHOT WILD GROWTH INTO MOTION
February 2024
From 0 to 100 employees in four years - and more than 300 million DKK in revenue. The 67-year-old entrepreneur, Karl Venø Nielsen, has created a growth story of a very special caliber. And it doesn't end here.
Became an entrepreneur at 63: In a short time, profits have exploded at Fog & Venø
January 2024
It is probably rare for Danes to dive into entrepreneurship at the age of 63. But that is exactly what the now 67-year-old Karl Venø Nielsen did a little over four years ago.
NEW OPPORTUNITIES FOR ARCHITECTS: DANISH ACOUSTIC PANELS TAKE ON THE PROJECT MARKET
January 2024
Fog & Venø A/S, a Danish company, is experiencing increasing demand for their Swan label-certified acoustic panels. Suitable for various construction projects, including public buildings, the panels meet strict requirements for both fire classification and environmental impact.
2023
Central Jutland multi-entrepreneur has created global success with acoustic panels
December 2023
Karl Venø Nielsen has achieved international recognition with his company, Fog & Venø A/S, which specializes in slat-based acoustic panels. Started in 2019 with no prior experience in acoustics, the company now boasts strong exports to the USA, England, and Germany, thanks to a focus on sustainability and efficient production.
Multi-entrepreneur took the prize as Owner-Manager of the Year in Central and Western Jutland - Steel director was praised for his heart and social responsibility
November 2023
Karl Venø Nielsen, known for his role in multiple companies such as Bredahl Transport and Fog & Venø, has been honored as Owner-Manager of the Year 2023 in Central and Western Jutland. His success is attributed to his skills in growth and innovation, and his significant contributions to the local community and job creation have been key to his recognition.
Owner-manager behind acoustic panel manufacturer wins Owner-Manager of the Year 2023 in Central and Western Jutland
October 2023
Karl Venø Nielsen, leader of Fog & Venø A/S, has been named Owner-Manager of the Year 2023 in Central and Western Jutland for his impressive growth and innovation in acoustic panel production, as well as his contributions to local job creation and sustainability.
NEW OPPORTUNITIES FOR ARCHITECTS
October 2023
Fog & Venø A/S is paving the way for greener construction with their new Swan-labelled acoustic panels, which combine sustainability and high safety standards, as they now target both private and public construction projects.
Now You Can Offer the Nordic Swan Ecolabel ACOUSTIC PANEL
September 2023
Poor acoustics can diminish the experience of any space, whether it’s at home or in the workplace. One of the solutions has been, and still is, acoustic panels, which are both aesthetically pleasing and positively impact acoustics - creating a calmer indoor environment.
REVOLUTIONARY NEWS: Swan-Labeled Acoustic Panels
September 2023
"At FOG & VENØ, we have always aimed to be at the forefront. We don't just want to produce the world's best acoustic panels; we also want to set the bar for sustainable production," says CEO Karl Venø Nielsen, continuing:
FOG & VENØ A/S ACOUSTIC PANELS
June 2023
Good business sense and the perfect timing, however, made the need to expand quickly become a reality. Fast-forward to 2023, one can now see that the Industrial District in Aulum has gained a new family member in FOG & VENØ A/S, which, with around 16,000 m², has grown to become the world's largest producer of slat-based acoustic panels.
GREENOPTION
May 2023
The acoustic panels of tomorrow – Flexibility and a clear conscience – also for the project market
STEADY WORK: FOG & VENØ ACOUSTIC PANELS IN AULUM April 2023
April 2023
Steady Work visits the Fog & Venø factory in Aulum, where they make acoustic panels for the whole world.
Big win for soccer fever and sensibility
February 2023
At FOG & VENØ A/S, we have initiated a partnership with a local partner who has developed a technique to upcycle artificial turf fields into the 4 elements: sand, rubber granules, backing, and the green grass fibers. This process is 100% mechanical and requires no chemical aids.
2022
Upcycled Turf - A new CO2-saving product based on sweat, talent, shoe soles, and bicycle kicks
December 2022
Words like recycling and environment are core values at FOG & VENØ. This means that the wood used is, of course, FSC-certified, with a high focus on maximizing resource utilization.
New name – new factory and new growth records
October 2022
The Central Jutland company Acupanels is in many ways the story of solid Jutland business acumen, creativity, and not least a solid industry knowledge. Now, the company is facing a new era, on the verge of opening a new large factory – along with a name change and brand adaptation.
2021
Panel manufacturer builds new factory after flying start
December 2021
Acupanels International is expanding with a new factory to meet the growing demand for our acoustic panels, two years after our launch. This expansion will more than double our production capacity and efficiency.
Sales of acoustic panels are booming
December 2021
Sales of acoustic panels are booming: Acupanels International is expanding to double its size. After just two years on the market, the demand for acoustic panels is so great that the Central Jutland panel manufacturer Acupanels International must build a new factory, with the groundbreaking taking place at the start of the new year.
Central Jutland company catching the wind
October 2021
Expectations were modest when Central Jutland's Acupanels International ApS started producing acoustic panels at the end of 2019, prompted by a good business connection.
HITS DOUBLE-DIGIT MILLION PROFIT IN FIRST FULL FISCAL YEAR – NOW BUILDING NEW FACTORY
October 2021
Karl Nielsen did not expect that his interest in acoustic panels two years ago would lead to million-dollar revenues, but the first full fiscal year report from Acupanels International reveals an exceptionally good business, started from a simple customer inquiry.
STRONG SUPPORT HELPED EXPERIENCED INDUSTRY MAN'S LATEST PROJECT OFF TO A FLYING START
May 2021
Co-founder and CEO Karl Nielsen already expects double-digit million profits on the bottom line this year, a success he attributes to the strong support behind the founding duo.
AMBITIOUS INDUSTRY MAN HAS ADDED THIRD VENTURE TO HIS PORTFOLIO: THERE'S NO STOP BUTTON ON ME
May 2021
Despite being 64 years old, the entrepreneurial spirit is still strong in Karl Nielsen, owner of Horn Countertops and Denwood. In the fall of 2019, he launched Acupanels International, and after a successful start, he and co-owner Ove Fog Jørgensen are now revealing their extensive ambitions.
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