More and more Danes are working past retirement age, finding purpose, social connection, and contributing valuable experience to their workplaces. This trend spans various industries and is exemplified by individuals like Ib Andersen and Lars Horn at KN Energy Group, who continue to work well into their senior years.

The camaraderie among colleagues is a significant motivator for these seniors. Both 74-year-old Ib Andersen and 67-year-old Lars Horn emphasize the importance of social interaction and the energy they derive from their work environment. The two men have worked together for 50 years.

Companies are recognizing the value of retaining experienced workers. Tom Juul Pedersen, quality and safety manager at KN Energy Group, acknowledges the critical role seniors play, highlighting that their departure would result in a loss of over 150 years of combined experience. To retain these valuable employees, companies offer flexibility in working hours and schedules, accommodating their needs and hobbies.

The trend of seniors remaining in the workforce is gaining recognition as an overlooked success story. Troels Blicher Danielsen, director of the industry organization TEKNIQ, points out that half of the companies in the technical industry employ seniors, a benefit for both the companies and the national economy.

Personal fulfillment and the desire to remain active are key drivers for seniors choosing to continue working. For individuals like Lars Horn and Ib Andersen, work provides a sense of purpose and prevents them from feeling idle or isolated. They emphasize that age is just a number and that they will continue working as long as their health allows.