Our mission
Air is essential to our existence. At Daikin, it is our mission to make the air we breathe and live in the best possible air. Our innovative products and solutions are designed to improve people’s health and well-being and reduce the environmental impact of heating and cooling. Today, we are once again leading the way, using our advanced technology to become a driving force in the transition to a carbon-neutral society.
Who we are
Daikin Europe is a leading provider of heating, cooling, ventilation, air purification and refrigeration technology for residential, commercial and industrial purposes. We offer a wide range of products, solutions and services to create indoor environments that are beneficial to people’s health and well-being. Our advanced technology enables our customers to reduce their environmental impact and contribute to a more sustainable society.
Daikin Europe N.V. at a glance
13,710
Employees
5,213 million
€ Cons. turnover
FY2022
Part of the worldwide Daikin group
About Daikin Europe N.V.
Daikin Europe is a subsidiary of Daikin Industries Ltd. and the leading provider of heating, cooling, ventilation, air purification and refrigeration technology. The company designs, manufactures and brings to market a broad portfolio of equipment, as well as tailor-made solutions for residential, commercial and industrial purposes in Europe, Middle East and Africa. Daikin Europe has over 13 710 employees across more than 57 consolidated subsidiaries and 14 major manufacturing facilities. The headquarters of the Daikin Europe group are in Belgium, Ostend. The company was established in 1972, production in Europe started in 1973.
About Daikin Industries Ltd.
Daikin Industries was founded in 1924, in Osaka, Japan. The global group employs over 96,000 people worldwide and is the market leader for heat pump and air conditioning systems, as well as air filtration. It is the only manufacturer in the world that develops and manufactures heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment, as well as refrigerants in-house. The company achieved € 28.2 billion sales turnover in fiscal year 2022 (1 April 2022 – 31 March 2023).
| Daikin Europe N. V. | Headquarters Ostend (Belgium) |
| Est. in 1972, production started in 1973 | |
| Region | Active in 129 countries worldwide |
| Employees | Over 13,710 employees |
| Turnover Fiscal Year 2022 | 5.2 Billion Euro |
The Daikin Core values
Our History
Realising our mission through the years
Ever since its foundation in 1924, Daikin has devoted itself to make the air we breathe and live in the best possible. Throughout the years, we have used our expertise and our technology to improve people’s lives and contribute to a healthier and more sustainable society. Here are some of the highlights.
Laying the foundations
1924
Akira Yamada founds Osaka Kinzoku Kogyosho Ltd. The company specialises in cooling and refrigeration technology and will later become Daikin.
1933
Daikin researches the usage of fluorine refrigerants, starting a never-ending quest to improve energy efficiency and reduce environmental impact of our products.
1936
The “Mifujirator” is introduced as Japan’s first air conditioner for trains, greatly improving the comfort of travellers during long journeys.
1951
Daikin becomes the first Japanese manufacturer to mass-produce self-contained and packaged air-conditioning equipment.
Focus on breakthrough innovation
1958
Daikin introduces the first packaged air-conditioner based on heat pump technology, laying the foundation for the company’s current leadership in this domain.
1973
Daikin Europe N.V. is established in Ostend, Belgium with the specific aim to develop, manufacture and market products for local markets.
1982
The first VRV (Variable Refrigeration Volume) unit is introduced on the Japanese market, providing an energy-efficient and flexible solution for any building.
An age of expansion
1990 – 2005
Daikin Europe expands its activities in Europe, the Middle East and Africa, both through organic growth and acquisitions.
Broadening our horizon
2006
Daikin launches the Altherma heat pump range, providing homeowners with a simple and sustainable solution for all their heating and cooling needs.
2011
The newly established EMEA Development Centre (EDC) dedicates itself to research into new and ground-breaking technologies, tailored to the needs of local markets.
2018
Daikin acquires AHT, an Austrian company that specialises in refrigerated counters, shelves and cabinets for commercial applications.
2023
Daikin Europe celebrates its 50th anniversary in EMEA.