Gaudre
Gaudrė is a Vilnius-based Würth Group subsidiary that designs, manufactures, and installs commercial lighting projects, distributing 30+ premium European lighting brands and producing its own Vindo family luminaires for Baltic-state clients.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1991
- HeadquartersVilnius, Lithuania
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Gaudre does
Gaudrė (UAB "Gaudrė") is a Vilnius-based, Würth Group-affiliated lighting solutions provider founded in 1991, serving commercial, public-sector, and residential clients across the Baltic states. The firm operates three integrated lines of business: design and installation of turnkey lighting projects; trade distribution of more than 30 premium European lighting brands (FLOS, LEDS C4, Axolight, Luceplan, Reggiani, ERCO, Glamox, BEGA, RZB, Eaton, Berker, Helvar, and others); and in-house design and manufacture of the proprietary Vindo family of geometric luminaires (Linea, Scala, and bespoke fixtures), with technical differentiators including UGR<19 glare control, up to 130 lm/W efficacy, and biodynamic/tunable white 2700K-6500K LED systems integrated with Helvar lighting controls.
The company's go-to-market is enterprise B2B field sales, targeting architects, designers, and project developers, and delivering projects from design and illuminance calculation through installation and ongoing maintenance. Revenue is generated through project-based quotations for hardware sales, custom luminaire manufacturing, and professional services including energy audits and visualizations, with multi-year contract cadences and ISO 9001:2015/ISO 14001:2015 certification underpinning delivery. Documented reference projects include SEB Bank, Danske Bank DC Meadow (13,000 m², BREEAM Excellent), WARGAMING, NORD Security, Telia, BITĖ, Emporio Armani boutiques in Vilnius and Riga, HERO Business Centre (first WELL Gold-targeted in Baltics), PENTA Business Centre (50%+ electricity savings), Vilnius Tech Park, Italian Embassy, and the General Prosecutor's Office of Lithuania.
The business model combines a Würth Group-backed distribution moat with proprietary manufacturing capability, enabling Gaudrė to address energy-savings-driven demand (documented 50-80% electricity savings in installed projects) and wellness/LEED/BREEAM-aligned specifications while maintaining a regional Baltic customer footprint rather than a pan-European or global one.
Gaudre firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Gaudre
- Legal name
- UAB "Gaudrė"
- Website
- https://gaudre.lt
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1991
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Gaudrė is a Vilnius-based Würth Group subsidiary that designs, manufactures, and installs commercial lighting projects, distributing 30+ premium European lighting brands and producing its own Vindo family luminaires for Baltic-state clients.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Gaudre industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Commercial Lighting Solutions
- NAICS
- Commercial, Industrial, and Institutional Electric Lighting Fixture Manufacturing (335132)
- SIC
- Electric Lighting & Wiring Equipment (3640)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Industrial & Commercial Luminaires (High-bay, Low-bay, Troffers, Downlights) (IMAGAIAA)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Outdoor & Area Lighting (Street, Roadway, Parking, Flood, Sports/Architectural exterior) (IMAGAIAB), Lighting Design Services (BPAHAKAJ), Dimmer, Switch & Lighting Control Installation (HSAOAFAJ), Outdoor & Landscape Lighting Installation (HSAOAFAB)
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Where Gaudre is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Vilnius
- HQ country
- Lithuania
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
Gaudre business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Lighting Design and Installation Services: Design and installation of lighting and electrical engineering systems. Professional services including energy audits, lighting calculations, visualizations, and project management.
- Lighting Fixtures and Products Sales: Trade in lighting equipment and electrotechnical products from represented partner brands, plus proprietary Vindo family luminaires.
- Custom Luminaire Manufacturing: Design and production of bespoke luminaires tailored to specific architectural and lighting project requirements.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | Project-based custom quotation |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels5 records
Gaudre product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Gaudrė designs, manufactures, and distributes professional lighting solutions for commercial, public, hospitality, industrial, and residential projects. Its core offering combines proprietary Vindo family luminaires (manufactured in-house) with exclusive distribution of premium European lighting brands (FLOS, LEDS C4, Luceplan, ERCO, Reggiani, and others), complemented by intelligent lighting control systems, emergency/evacuation lighting, and end-to-end lighting design and installation services. The company delivers complete lighting projects from concept and illuminance calculations through fixture manufacturing/supply and installation, targeting enterprise clients across the Baltic States.
Product overview
Gaudre is a lighting solutions company offering a comprehensive portfolio of products and services. The core offering includes proprietary Vindo family lighting fixtures (Linea, Scala, and other geometric luminaires) that Gaudre designs and manufactures in-house, alongside a wide range of interior, accent, office, outdoor, and industrial lighting fixtures from world-renowned European manufacturers (FLOS, LEDS C4, Axolight, Luceplan, Reggiani, ERCO, Glamox, RZB, and others). The company also provides intelligent lighting control systems for apartments, offices, and integrated building management, plus emergency/evacuation lighting and electrical installation products (Berker switches/sockets). Services span lighting design and installation for offices, commercial spaces, public areas, hotels/restaurants/SPAs, industrial facilities, facades, and residential interiors. The offering combines Gaudre's own manufactured fixtures with best-in-class third-party products to deliver complete, innovative lighting solutions.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Vindo Family Lighting Fixtures
Quantifiable outcome
- 50-80% electricity savings with intelligent lighting control systems
- +4 more outcomes
Companies that use Gaudre
Customer profileNamed customers23 records
Segments7 records
Ideal customer profiles6 records
Gaudre technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature5 records
Gaudre partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
17 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and flagship.
- LEDS C4corePremium Spanish lighting manufacturer represented exclusively by Gaudrė. LEDS C4 products offer energy efficiency, modern design, and ease of installation for residential and commercial applications.
- FLOScoreItalian lighting company renowned for high-end architectural and decorative lighting. Gaudrė offers FLOS products including architectural fixtures like Light Sniper, IC Lights, and outdoor luminaires.
- LuceplancoreItalian manufacturer known for design excellence in residential and architectural lighting, offering subtle elegance and impeccable quality.
- AxolightcoreItalian lighting manufacturer offering exceptional interior lighting solutions including Mountain View and Orchid collections.
- RotalianacoreItalian manufacturer producing high-quality residential and commercial luminaires with award-winning international design.
- ERCOcoreGerman specialist in architectural lighting with focus on optical precision, offering comprehensive lighting solutions for diverse applications.
- Reggiani IlluminazionecoreItalian manufacturer offering Mood and Yori family luminaires for general, accent, and vertical surface lighting applications.
- SLVmajorGerman lighting company providing comprehensive lighting solutions for various commercial and residential applications.
- BEGAmajorGerman manufacturer specializing in indoor and outdoor luminaires with high quality standards.
- GlamoxcoreNorwegian lighting company offering high-quality industrial and office lighting fixtures, particularly for demanding environments.
- HelvarcoreFinnish lighting control specialist providing intelligent lighting management systems with occupancy sensing and daylight harvesting capabilities.
- BerkercoreGerman manufacturer of electrical wiring products with reputation for design and technology, offering switches and sockets in 15 design lines.
- TargettimajorItalian lighting manufacturer specializing in architectural and retail lighting solutions.
- RZBcoreGerman manufacturer providing emergency and evacuation lighting fixtures meeting international safety standards.
- 3F FilippimajorItalian manufacturer specializing in industrial lighting fixtures with high durability and performance standards.
- EatonmajorGlobal power management company providing emergency lighting and evacuation systems with central battery capabilities.
- Würth GroupflagshipParent company - a major international electro-wholesale group. Gaudrė operates as member of Würth Group, benefiting from global resources and corporate standards.
Scale indicators3 records
Recent moves1 record
Expansion highlights5 records
Gaudre competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Zumtobel Group: Austrian-headquartered global architectural lighting group (Tridonic, Thorn, Zumtobel brands) serving offices, retail, hospitality, and outdoor with LED luminaires, controls, and connected lighting software. Broad incumbent that overlaps with Gaudrė on premium commercial specification work across Europe, including in the Baltics via local partners.
- Signify (Philips Lighting): World's largest lighting company offering Interact-connected LED lighting systems, Color Kinetics, and architectural luminaires across commercial, industrial, and horticultural segments. Broad incumbent operating across all Gaudrė target segments and competing for flagship specification jobs in the Baltics.
- Fagerhult Group: Swedish-listed premium architectural lighting group (Fagerhult, iGuzzini, Whitecroft, LED Linear) with strong European project footprint in offices, retail, hospitality, and outdoor. Closest direct comparable peer given similarly premium positioning, multi-brand portfolio, and project-led specification model.
- ERCO GmbH: German architectural lighting specialist focused on optical precision and museum/retail accent lighting. Listed by Gaudrė as a represented partner; competes with Gaudrė's Vindo accent products in the same specification channel for premium commercial projects.
- Glamox AS: Norwegian industrial and office lighting manufacturer with strong presence in demanding environments (marine, offshore, healthcare, education). Listed by Gaudrė as a represented supplier; directly comparable on industrial and educational project specifications across Northern Europe.
Direct peers
- Delta Light Group: Belgian premium architectural lighting manufacturer with own design identity and project-led specification sales across Europe, the Middle East, and beyond. Closely comparable in business model to Gaudrė — design-driven luminaires, commercial/office/retail/hospitality focus, regional specification networks.
- XAL GmbH: Austrian family-owned premium architectural luminaire manufacturer with strong custom/manufacturing capability, technical controls expertise, and enterprise project references across DACH and CEE. Comparable in vertical integration (own manufacturing plus project customization) and customer type to Gaudrė.
- Targetti Sankey S.p.A. Italian architectural and retail lighting manufacturer with own branded product portfolio distributed via specialized specification channels across Europe. Listed by Gaudrė as a represented brand; positioned similarly in retail and architectural accent lighting.
- Lightnet GmbH: German architectural lighting manufacturer of premium custom luminaires with focus on offices, hospitality, and retail across Europe. Comparable mid-sized premium manufacturer with project-led specification model akin to Gaudrė.
Emerging players
- Flux Outdoor / AEC Illuminazione: Italian outdoor and architectural lighting specialist distributed by Gaudrė in the Baltics; representative of the regional premium European lighting ecosystem in which Gaudrė operates as exclusive Baltic representative.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Gaudre leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
Gaudre funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds1 record
Investors1 record
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Gaudre M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Gaudre
What does Gaudre do?
Gaudrė designs, manufactures, and distributes professional lighting solutions for commercial, public, hospitality, industrial, and residential projects. Its core offering combines proprietary Vindo family luminaires (manufactured in-house) with exclusive distribution of premium European lighting brands (FLOS, LEDS C4, Luceplan, ERCO, Reggiani, and others), complemented by intelligent lighting control systems, emergency/evacuation lighting, and end-to-end lighting design and installation services. The company delivers complete lighting projects from concept and illuminance calculations through fixture manufacturing/supply and installation, targeting enterprise clients across the Baltic States.
Is Gaudre a public or private company?
Gaudre is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Gaudre founded?
Gaudre was founded in 1991. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Gaudre based?
Gaudre is headquartered in Vilnius, Lithuania, in the Europe region.
How does Gaudre make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Lighting Design and Installation Services are the primary driver. The others are lighting Fixtures and Products Sales and custom Luminaire Manufacturing.
Who are Gaudre's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Zumtobel Group, Signify (Philips Lighting), Fagerhult Group, ERCO GmbH and Glamox AS. Direct peers are Delta Light Group, XAL GmbH, Targetti Sankey S.p.A. and Lightnet GmbH. Flux Outdoor / AEC Illuminazione is listed as an emerging player.
Does Gaudre have an API?
No public API is recorded for Gaudre.
What industry is Gaudre in?
Gaudre's product category is Commercial Lighting Solutions. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAGAIAA, Industrial & Commercial Luminaires (High-bay, Low-bay, Troffers, Downlights), with a secondary code of IMAGAIAB, Outdoor & Area Lighting (Street, Roadway, Parking, Flood, Sports/Architectural exterior). Its NAICS code is 335132 and its SIC code is 3640.