SWEDEN - Innovation has always been the core vision at Välinge. By the end of 2021, the patent portfolio grew by 14% and Välinge was granted over 480 new patents distributed across new materials, surface technologies, technologies for flooring, as well as wall systems and furniture.

Välinge welcomed over 50 new licensee partners in 2021. The licensee family continues to grow and consists of more than 320 licensees around the world, each benefiting from Välinge´s industry-leading innovations, support and technical services.

In 2021, the Viken factory manufacturing products based on the Woodura surface technology experienced an 80% growth. Välinge Flooring, the pioneering in-house produced products, is now available in France, United Kingdom, North America and China offering unique real wood floors that combine Välinge’s innovative technologies.

"In 2022, we will continue to accelerate our innovations and together with our partners bring new technologies and products to the market. Our licensees and the flooring industry demand continuous innovation and we look forward to meeting the challenge”- Per Nygren, Vice President, Välinge Innovation.