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Franz Viegener
Germany 43 years old
Overview
- Source of Wealth
- plumbing/HVAC
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- Residence
- Attendorn
Biography
Franz Viegener's fortune is derived from Viega, a maker of plumbing and HVAC solutions based in Germany.
He has an active role in the business and sits on the board of the Viega Foundation, which supports initiatives in clean water and sanitation.
His cousin Anna Viegener, who chairs the company, is also a billionaire.
The company has 10 locations worldwide, including its U.S. headquarters in Denver and a site in Wuxi, China.
Founded in 1899, today Viega employs 5,500 people.