Who invented it?

Start-up founder accuses Brau Union of stealing ideas

Denis Richter with his fuel (right) and the Gösser beer on the left.(Bild: © Harald Dostal / 2024)

Big versus small - these are always stories that move people. In Linz, beverage producer Denis Richter is now fighting back against a seemingly overpowered opponent, Brau Union. In his opinion, the beer giant has shamelessly copied from him.

"It's a David versus Goliath battle. If this goes through, it will be a license for international companies to deprive small start-ups of their foundation." Denis Richter, 45-year-old former radio producer, graphic designer and food truck owner, is furious.