13. January 2026

Michelle Therkildsen

Wila Launches Innovation Award Tradition  

At Wila A/S, innovation is not just a word – it’s part of our DNA. For more than 25 years, we’ve grown from two passionate founders into a team of 70 dedicated employees, all united by the ambition to deliver unique, high-quality solutions for industries such as food, beverage, pharma, and water filtration. Our strength lies at the intersection of advanced technology and the people behind it – because every breakthrough begins with human curiosity.

To celebrate that spirit, CEO Stig Krogh Pedersen has introduced a new annual tradition: The Innovation Award.

“We want to recognize employees who dare to be curious and share ideas that challenge the status quo. The Innovation Award is about rewarding innovation and teamwork – but also about creating a workplace where creativity and well-being thrive.”

Stig Krogh Pedersen, CEO Wila A/S

Why Innovation Matters at Wila

The world is changing fast. Digitalization, AI, and intelligent robotics are transforming industries, and Wila A/S embraces this evolution. Innovation is how we stay competitive, meet customer needs, and strengthen our partnerships. It means:

  • Delivering tailored solutions that optimize processes and improve safety
  • Empowering employees to think creatively and collaborate across departments
  • Driving sustainability and responsibility, ensuring growth benefits both business and society

Innovation is not optional – it’s essential. And at Wila, it’s driven by people.

The First Innovation Award: 2025

On December 19, 2025, during Wila’s annual holiday gathering, CEO Stig Krogh Pedersen presented the inaugural Innovation Award to Dennis Bergsang. Dennis has been part of Wila A/S for more than 20 years, working in machining. His deep experience and innovative mindset led to the development of a special fixture for collaring the housing shell, which has increased production speed and improved process efficiency.

CEO Stig Krogh Pedersen presents the WILA Innovation Award 2025 to Dennis Bergsang during the annual holiday event.
CEO Stig Krogh Pedersen congratulates Dennis Bergsang as the first recipient of the Wila Innovation Award 2025.

Shaping the Future of Innovation

We are excited to see what innovative ideas will shape The Innovation Award 2026 and the years to come. Each award is a celebration of creativity, collaboration, and the drive to make Wila A/S, and our customers, even stronger.

Explore more

At Wila A/S, innovation is part of our culture, but our strength lies in delivering reliable, high-quality core products and tailored solutions for our customers. Want to learn more about what’s happening at Wila? Visit our news section for updates on products, partnerships, and company milestones: www.wila.dk/news

“At Wila A/S, we have a dedicated and skilled staff who perform all tasks with common sense, great professionalism, pride and expertise.”