FN Neuhofer impresses at the BAU trade fair: innovation meets tradition

From 13 – 17 January 2025, the family-run company presented product innovations and new products at a modern trade fair stand, attracting the attention of trade visitors and industry experts alike. The focus was on new design options for wall design as well as the company’s
375-year history and Vision 2030.
‘The Bau trade fair has been a highlight for many years and a successful start to the new year. With inspiring discussions with existing and potential customers as well as partners and suppliers,’ says owner Franz Neuhofer, who was on site in Munich with his sales and product development team.
‘It is particularly pleasing when we feel the enthusiasm generated by the new ideas and product developments. Then the trade fair is a success for us. Just like this year!’.
Roots – growth – world market
375 years of FN Neuhofer: A success story of tradition, passion and visionary innovation – From humble origins to big player on the global market
FN Neuhofer, a leading international family business in wood processing, is celebrating its impressive anniversary in 2025: 375 years of company history. Since its foundation in 1650, the company has developed from a small regional sawmill into a global supplier of skirtings and accessories for floors, walls and ceilings, acoustic panels and wall panelling. Today, with an export rate of 96 % and customers in around 70 countries, FN Neuhofer stands for innovation, quality and reliability.

Tradition as the foundation for continued success
The anniversary honours the long journey of a family business that has managed to successfully combine tradition and innovative strength. FN Neuhofer has constantly optimised its production processes through continuous investment in modernity and efficiency. Technological advances, automation and state-of-the-art robot solutions in the field of planing and wrapping technology as well as in acoustic panel production secure the Zell am Moos site in the long term and strengthen the company’s position as one of the international industry leaders.
‘Our 375-year history fills us with pride and is also our motivation to continue actively shaping the future,’ emphasises Franz Neuhofer, Managing Director and owner in the 10th generation.
‘With innovative strength, state-of-the-art technology and a clear focus on our customers, we are setting new standards’, Neuhofer continues.

A year of special occasions
The year 2025 is a double cause for celebration for FN Neuhofer: FN Neuhofer is not only celebrating a significant company anniversary, but also a special birthday. On 30 June, Franz Neuhofer Senior will be 85 years old – a man who, as a representative of the 9th generation, has decisively shaped the success story of the family business with vision, commitment and passion. ‘His vision and passion laid the foundation for the impressive development that still forms the basis of our business today,’ says Franz Neuhofer.
The 10th generation
As Managing Director and owner in the 10th generation, Franz Neuhofer focusses on dynamic, sustainable growth. With the motto ‘standing still is going backwards’, the family business is constantly investing in automation, digitalisation, logistics and employees – the pillars that make its continued success possible.

The 11th generation
is already in the starting blocks or is already actively working on the promising future of the family business.
A leading company with vision
FN Neuhofer is a family-run company that focuses on values such as sustainability, innovation and social responsibility. As a holder of the Austrian Leading Company seal of quality, FN Neuhofer is constantly working to develop further. ‘We think economically not just for the moment, but for generations to come. Creating value – that is our aspiration for the future too,’ says Franz Neuhofer.
Looking ahead: shaping the future with heart and vision
FN Neuhofer has been combining tradition and innovation for 375 years – a combination that honours the past and creates the future. The 2025 anniversary is more than just a reason to celebrate: it is a promise to continue the success story with determination.
With a clear view to the future, the company continues to invest in technology, optimised processes and new business areas – always with customers and partners in mind.
‘Together, we have been shaping the space of the future – since 1650,’ emphasises Franz Neuhofer. This mission statement inspires FN Neuhofer to continue setting new standards with passion and vision.

Investment in acoustic panel production
‘Quiet pedalling is not for us – but we make sure that the user of our products is all the quieter,’ says Franz Neuhofer, describing the focus on acoustic panels. New production facilities and automation steps will be implemented by the end of 2025 in order to further increase capacity. Particular attention will be paid to digital printing, which enables personalised designs. Customers can order customised images via a web configurator, which are then produced ‘just in time’.
As a European manufacturer, the company sets a strong counterpoint to imported goods and emphasises the statement ‘Made in Austria’. The acoustic panels are made from recycled PET, wood and other easily recyclable materials, which further emphasises the sustainable production.
Made in Austria – for the whole world. Market entry USA
The joint venture ‘NSP – Panels and More LLC’ in the USA, founded in 2024, gives a strong boost to the production of acoustic panels and further products will follow. This represents another major step towards conquering the global market, which will secure the location in Zell am Moos for many years to come.

Vision 2030
True to the company motto ‘Standing still is going backwards’, FN Neuhofer is pursuing an ambitious roadmap until 2030. The vision combines innovative technologies with sustainable growth in order to continue offering customers outstanding products and services.
Profile extrusion as a further business segment
FN Neuhofer has been involved in extrusion and the in-house production of extruded plastic profiles for a long time. The decision has now been made to further expand this area and the first investments are being made. Extrusion lines are being set up at the company site in Zell am Moos,
which should be producing by the end of 2025 – a further step towards diversification and strengthening the market.
Expansion of logistics to meet the highest customer requirements
In addition to outstanding products, the family-run company also stands for state-of-the-art logistics that are fully customised to the needs of its customers. From order to delivery, FN Neuhofer ensures the fastest processing and smoothest procedures.
With its strategically central location in the heart of Europe and comprehensive expertise, the company fulfils the diverse requirements of modern logistics. FN Neuhofer’s aim is to offer its customers an optimised logistics commitment that impresses with speed, flexibility and the highest quality of service.
Every order – from individual components to container quantities – is processed efficiently and on time. Automated processes, a forward-looking distribution concept and a global partner network guarantee short delivery times and smooth processing, even for last-minute requirements.
FN Neuhofer stands for customised solutions: Whether standardised supply chains or customer-specific requirements – the company ensures that goods always arrive at the right place at the right time. With the planned state-of-the-art logistics centre, supplemented by innovative tools such as real-time data transfer and automated processes, FN Neuhofer maximises its customers’ planning reliability while reducing their costs.
Roadmap to Logistics 4.0 – another milestone
‘As part of our Vision 2030 roadmap, we are making targeted investments to expand our capacities and further develop our site with a state-of-the-art logistics centre. This logistics centre will lay the foundation for Logistics 4.0 and further optimise our processes using state-of-the-art technologies,’ says Franz Neuhofer.



The vision: a fully digitalised, automated and networked logistics infrastructure that works with maximum efficiency. From real-time data processing and intelligent warehousing systems to autonomous transport and order picking solutions. Smart sensors and IoT technologies make it possible to monitor the flow of goods in real time, minimising idle times and optimising the use of resources. The new logistics centre will be geared towards sustainability and energy efficiency, with renewable energy sources and environmentally friendly technologies. ‘With Logistics 4.0, we also want to revolutionise collaboration with our customers. EDI interfaces, transparent supply chain solutions and dynamic control tools ensure seamless interactions and even greater customer benefits. By expanding our site, we are laying the foundations for future-proof logistics that not only fulfil today’s requirements, but are also actively shaping the industry,’ continues Neuhofer. The family-run company is setting standards for speed, efficiency and sustainability.
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