Since 1862, House of Julius Meinl companies have been independent and entrepreneurial forces in their respective industries. In parallel, the Julius Meinl family has sought to use its standing and influence for the benefit of its chosen causes
Entrepreneurial since 1862
Spanning Six Generations
Going back to the foundation of its business activities in 1862, the Meinl Family has been a family of merchants and investors.
Julius Meinl I
Julius Meinl I is the founder of the company of the same name. He is considered to be a pioneer of the coffee industry. The sale of freshly roasted coffee was first made possible by the roasting method he developed in 1862.
Julius Meinl II
Julius Meinl II was a successful businessman, who was also extraordinarily active on the political and social front. Under his management, his father’s simple food shop grew to become one of Austria’s leading companies.
Julius Meinl III
Julius Meinl III took over the family’s food company from his father Julius Meinl II in 1933 and continued to expand it across Europe. After Austria’s so-called “Anschluss” into Nazi Germany in 1938, he left the country and emigrated to England.
Julius Meinl IV
Julius Meinl IV joined the family business, Julius Meinl AG, as a member of the Supervisory Board. Established by his great-grandfather in 1862, Julius Meinl AG was one of the leading food retailing and food producing companies in Austria.
Julius Meinl V
Julius Meinl V heads House of Julius Meinl. The name Julius Meinl is synonymous with a family business, and the brand is one of the best known and most prestigious not only in Austria.
Julius VI
Julius Meinl VI was born in 1986. He has over 10 years of principal investment and entrepreneurial experience. Currently, Julius Meinl VI is a director of Julius Meinl Living, where his is driving the development and opening of the company’s initial aparthotels.
Doing Well By Doing Good
Julius Meinl V is actively engaged in Jewish philanthropy. He provides support to Jewish communal institutions in Austria, in particular, to the World Jewish Congress
The Julius Prague Earns Prestigious Green Key Certificate for Sustainable Hospitality
The Julius Prague proudly announces its recent attainment of the esteemed Green Key certificate, recognizing its commitment to environmental sustainability and responsible hospitality management.
Vienna Public Prosecutor's Office closes investigations in connection with Julius Meinl V and with Meinl European Land Limited
The Vienna Public Prosecutor's Office (“VPPO”) confirmed in a statement issued on 14 May 2024 that it has discontinued all criminal proceedings against Julius Meinl V and others on suspicion of commercial fraud to the detriment of investors in Meinl…
Julius Meinl Living expands with historic Bucharest hotel acquisition
Julius Meinl Living Expands Portfolio with the Acquisition of Historic Hotel in Bucharest
Julius Meinl Living is proud to announce the acquisition of the historic Ambasador Hotel in Bucharest. The property is set for a transformative renovation and is expected…
Julius Meinl Living publishes its 2023 accounts
Julius Meinl Living: Consolidated 2023 Accounts and Acquisition
Julius Meinl Living PLC, through its group companies, acquires prime real estate assets in major European political and economic capital cities for development into top rated hotel properties that comprise mainly apartments…
Hamas invaded Israel to murder Jews, not for Palestinian statehood - opinion
The Nazis hated Jews because they were Jews. They murdered Jews because they were Jews. And Hamas did too.
Julius Meinl Living publishes its 2022 accounts
Julius Meinl Living publishes its consolidated 2022 accounts
Julius Meinl Living PLC, through its group companies, acquires prime real estate assets in its core markets for development into serviced residences that the group will then operate itself (“Julius Meinl Living”).
"The Julius Prague" will Open Officially in July
On 4 July 2022, The Julius, a new international hospitality brand from the Julius Meinl family, will officially open its inaugural location, which is designed by Matteo Thun & Partners
Julius Meinl Living publishes its 2021 accounts
Julius Meinl Living publishes its consolidated 2021 accounts
Julius Meinl Living PLC, through its group companies, acquires prime real estate assets in its core markets for development into serviced residences that the group will then operate itself (“Julius Meinl Living”).
KEX Confectionery Confirms the Salvation of Salzburg Schokolade
The financial restructuring of Salzburg Schokolade is complete and an agreement has been reached with Mondelēz. Salzburg Schokolade can now move forward with confidence.