Fritz Henrik Schur Junior entered the Danish business landscape in 1951, emerging as a fifth-generation member of a wealthy merchant family. Based in the Kingdom of Denmark, he established a career defined by extensive leadership roles across various corporate boards and diplomatic service, maintaining significant influence within the nation's commercial and political sectors.
Academic Background
Schur spent his formative years in Gentofte. His formal education began at Ordrup Gymnasium, where he graduated in 1970. He subsequently attended the Copenhagen Business School, securing a bachelor's degree in 1973. Despite his academic pursuits, he did not complete the requirements for an MBA degree.
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Throughout his professional trajectory, Schur has occupied numerous high-level positions, including serving as chief executive officer. His oversight has extended to the chairmanship of several prominent companies, notably Ørsted, Uhrenholdt Holding, Fritz Schur Gruppen, Relation-Lab, SAS Group, and PostNord. His administrative reach remains broad, evidenced by his membership on the board of the Alliance of Democracies.
Diplomatic Service and Public Recognition
Beyond his corporate activities, Schur serves as the honorary consul general of Finland to Denmark, a position he has held since 1999. His public contributions have garnered formal acknowledgment, including his appointment as a Commander of the Order of the Dannebrog on 24 April 2009. On 11 June 2010, he received the honorary title of chamberlain. He also holds the Royal Order of the Polar Star, the Order of the Lion of Finland, and the Order of José de Marcoleta.
Residence
The businessman currently resides at the Christiansholm estate, located in Klampenborg, north of Copenhagen.
Fast facts
- Born: 27 November 1951
- Birthplace: Vejle, Denmark
- Education: Ordrup Gymnasium, Copenhagen Business School
- Nationality: Danish
- Honorary Consul General of Finland to Denmark since: 1999
- Commander of the Order of the Dannebrog: 2009
- Chamberlain title: 2010
Questions readers ask
What major corporations has Fritz Schur chaired?
He has served as chairman for companies including Ørsted, Uhrenholdt Holding, Fritz Schur Gruppen, Relation-Lab, SAS Group, and PostNord.
Where does Fritz Schur live?
He resides at the Christiansholm estate in Klampenborg, north of Copenhagen.
Achievements
- commander of the Order of the Dannebrog — 2009
- Royal Order of the Polar Star
- Order of the Lion of Finland
- Educated at Ordrup Gymnasium and Copenhagen Business School
