# Corporate groups and holding companies headquartered in Switzerland Tamtam tracks 195 corporate groups and holding companies headquartered in Switzerland. This list ranks the 50 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company, EF and dormakaba. Their median headcount is 1,287. Half of them were founded in 1965 or later. The most common headquarters are Bern (4), Zurich (4) and Geneva (3). These Swiss corporate groups and holding companies represent a diverse economic landscape, ranging from global logistics to specialized manufacturing and education. Many are large, established entities with significant international operations. For example, MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company is a global container shipping company, EF opens the world through education, and dormakaba provides safety and security solutions. Swiss Post offers innovative and reliable solutions tailored to customer needs, while Transocean specializes in offshore contract drilling services for oil and gas wells. Migros Industrie produces high-quality Swiss private label food and non-food products. A notable pattern among these companies is their broad geographic distribution across Switzerland, with significant clusters in major economic hubs like Zurich, Geneva, and Bern, but also strong presences in smaller towns such as RΓΌmlang, Glattbrugg, and Zug. This indicates a decentralized yet robust corporate structure within the country. πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Switzerland Β· 50 companies Β· Updated Nov 12, 2026 | # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded | |---|---|---|---|---|---| | 1 | [MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/msc-mediterranean-shipping-company) (msc.com)
Global container shipping company offering integrated road, rail, and sea transport with local expertise tailored to diverse industry needs worldwide. | Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Geneva | 37,336 | 1970 | | 2 | [EF](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ef) (ef.com)
Opens the world through education, offering language, cultural exchange, academic studies, and travel to foster understanding and challenge biases. | Education | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Zurich | 22,304 | 1965 | | 3 | [dormakaba](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dormakaba) (dormakabagroup.com)
The company provides safety, security, and sustainability solutions for various community spaces, enabling people to move seamlessly and shape their lives | Wholesale Building Materials | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ RΓΌmlang | 16,000 | | | 4 | [gategourmet](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/gategourmet) (gategroup.com)
provides airline catering, hospitality, provisioning, and logistics services for over 250 carriers across more than 30 countries worldwide | Airlines and Aviation | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Glattbrugg | 10,897 | | | 5 | [Swiss Post](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/swiss-post) (post.ch)
Providing innovative and reliable solutions tailored to customer needs, offering diverse job profiles and flexible, modern work environments. | Consumer Services | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Bern | 10,820 | 1998 | | 6 | [Transocean](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/transocean) (deepwater.com)
A leading provider of offshore contract drilling services for oil and gas wells, specializing in deepwater and harsh environment drilling with a versatile fleet of mobile units | Oil and Gas | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Zug | 10,702 | | | 7 | [LKQ Europe](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/lkq-europe) (lkqeurope.com)
Distribution of automotive aftermarket parts for cars, vans, and industrial vehicles across multiple European regions and countries. | Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Zug | 5,433 | | | 8 | [Autoneum](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/autoneum) (autoneum.com)
Development and production of multifunctional, lightweight, sustainable acoustic and thermal management components for vehicle interiors and underbodies worldwide. | Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Winterthur | 4,281 | 2011 | | 9 | [Geberit](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/geberit) (geberit.com)
Leading European company specializing in sanitary technology and bathroom ceramics with extensive production facilities and strong local presence. | Wholesale Building Materials | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Rapperswil-Jona | 3,993 | 1874 | | 10 | [Migros Industrie](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/migros-industrie) (migrosindustrie.ch)
Production of high-quality Swiss private label food and non-food products, supplying around 50 countries with innovative, market-driven solutions. | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Zurich | 3,346 | | | 11 | [fenaco](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fenaco) (fenaco.com)
An agricultural cooperative owned by 165 LANDI and 43,000+ members, including 23,000 Swiss farmers They market Swiss food products and provide agricultural products and services | Farming | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Bern | 3,168 | 1993 | | 12 | [Forbo Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/forbo-group) (forbo.com)
Manufacturing and distributing products globally through multiple production sites, assembly centers, and sales organizations across numerous countries. | Wholesale Building Materials | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Baar | 2,775 | 1928 | | 13 | [Kudelski Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/kudelski-group) (nagra.com)
Leading provider integrated content protection, multi-device user experience solutions for digital television, interactive applications, cybersecurity, and Internet of Things innovations. | IT Services and IT Consulting | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Cheseaux-sur-Lausanne | 2,152 | 1951 | | 14 | [lastminute.com](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/lastminute-com) (lastminute.com)
Leader in dynamic holiday packages offering personalized, real-time travel combinations with exclusive deals and comprehensive customer protection. | Software Development | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Switzerland | 2,123 | 2004 | | 15 | [EHL](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ehl) (ehlgroup.com)
Provides global education, consulting, and certification for the hospitality and service sector, from apprenticeships to master's degrees, across three campuses and worldwide. | Higher Education | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Lausanne | 1,762 | 1893 | | 16 | [Fenix Outdoor](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fenix-outdoor) (fenixoutdoor.com)
An international group of outdoor brands developing and selling clothing and equipment for an active outdoor life, with a focus on wholesale and retail operations | Retail | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Stockholm | 1,744 | | | 17 | [EuroChem](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/eurochem) (eurochemgroup.com)
Global supplier of mineral-based nutrients for farmers worldwide, increasing yields and food abundance sustainably for over two decades Serving 250+ million people | Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Zug | 1,735 | 2001 | | 18 | [Otis Europe, Middle East & Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/otis-europe-middle-east-and-africa) (otis.com)
Industry leader in urban mobility solutions, offering elevators, escalators, and moving walkways to connect people and places for over 170 years #InnovativeMobilityExperience | Consumer Services | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Geneva | 1,701 | 1853 | | 19 | [Ringier](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ringier) (ringier.com)
Operates leading media brands, sports media platforms, and digital marketplaces across 19 European and African countries. | Media Production | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Zurich | 1,686 | 1833 | | 20 | [Miniclip](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/miniclip) (miniclip.com)
Leading global developer and publisher of high-quality mobile games across various platforms, with a mission to engage and entertain gamers worldwide | Entertainment Providers | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ NeuchΓ’tel | 1,630 | 2001 | | 21 | [Bystronic Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bystronic-group) (bystronic.com)
A global leader in sheet metal processing technology, focusing on automation and digitalization through laser cutting systems, pressbrakes, and innovative solutions | Machinery Manufacturing | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ NiederΓΆnz | 1,623 | 1986 | | 22 | [Cicor Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cicor-group) (cicor.com)
It provides full-cycle electronic solutions including research, development, manufacturing, and supply chain management for various industries like medical and aerospace. | Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Bronschhofen | 1,470 | 1966 | | 23 | [Allwyn](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/allwyn) (allwyn.com)
Leading European lottery company with brands in multiple countries, focusing on lotteries, digital, and sports betting while prioritizing responsible gaming and community contributions | Entertainment Providers | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Lucerne | 1,407 | 2012 | | 24 | [ARX \| smart minds](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/arx-smart-minds) (arx.ing)
Network of specialists providing engineering and design solutions across infrastructure, city, energy, and industry sectors worldwide with local expertise. | Civil Engineering | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Grono | 1,383 | 1950 | | 25 | [Interroll Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/interroll-group) (interroll.com)
Provides material handling solutions, including rollers, drives, conveyors, sorters, and pallet handling, for various industries globally. | Automation Machinery Manufacturing | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Sant'Antonino | 1,287 | 1959 | | 26 | [HOCH Health Ostschweiz](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/hoch-health-ostschweiz)
Operates five hospitals and multiple outpatient centers across Eastern Switzerland, providing primary care and specialized medical services for local regional communities. | Hospitals and Health Care | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ St. Gallen | 1,286 | | | 27 | [Fresh Food & Beverage Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fresh-food-and-beverage-group) (migrosindustrie.ch)
A merger of multiple companies offering a wide range of food and beverages, employing 4600 people at 150 locations in Switzerland | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Volketswil | 1,282 | 2023 | | 28 | [RONAL Wheels](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ronal-wheels) (ronalgroup.com)
A leading manufacturer of alloy wheels for cars and commercial vehicles, also producing aluminum wheels for aftermarket and innovating for future mobility solutions | Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ HΓ€rkingen | 1,280 | | | 29 | [Tertianum](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tertianum) (tertianum.ch)
Swiss service provider specializing in elderly living, housing, and care Acquired by Capvis in 2020, with 81 companies in Switzerland and 5,000 employees | Hospitals and Health Care | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ DΓΌbendorf | 1,241 | 1950 | | 30 | [UNITED WATERWAYS](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/united-waterways) (unitedwaterways.com)
Passenger shipping platform offering 'white label' services, day trip and event shipping, and fleet ownership for river cruise ships | Maritime Transportation | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Basel | 1,231 | 2019 | | 31 | [SRG SSR](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/srg-ssr) (srgssr.ch)
Multimedia public service provider offering diverse radio, TV, and online content in multiple languages across Switzerland, promoting freedom and diversity. | Broadcast Media Production and Distribution | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Bern | 1,228 | 1931 | | 32 | [Swiss Education Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/swiss-education-group) (swisseducation.com)
Provides globally recognized hospitality education with accredited degrees, expert faculty, international internships, and strong industry connections in Switzerland. | Education Administration Programs | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Montreux | 1,216 | | | 33 | [Weidmann](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/weidmann) (weidmann-group.com)
Global leader in providing technological solutions for energy and medical industries, specializing in transformer insulation and advanced plastics for pharmaceutical applications | International Trade and Development | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Rapperswil | 1,212 | 1877 | | 34 | [Michel Reybier Hospitality](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/michel-reybier-hospitality) (michelreybierhospitality.com)
Luxury hospitality offering refined experiences including exceptional wines, personalized spa programs, and a welcoming atmosphere for all guests. | Hospitality | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Chavannes de Bogis | 1,137 | | | 35 | [BKW Building Solutions AG](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bkw-building-solutions-ag) (bkw.ch)
A subsidiary focusing on acquiring and operating businesses in building technology, automation, and IT sectors, supporting them with central services | Construction | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Ostermundigen | 1,136 | | | 36 | [Emil Frey Gruppe Schweiz](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/emil-frey-gruppe-schweiz) (emilfrey.ch)
Import of vehicle brands, garage operations, spare parts logistics, and financial services focused on evolving individual mobility needs. | Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ | 1,124 | | | 37 | [UNITED GRINDING](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/united-grinding) (grinding.ch)
Leading manufacturer of grinding, eroding, laser, and measuring machines, offering a wide range of services for high-precision component production globally | Metalworking Machinery Manufacturing | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Bern | 1,057 | | | 38 | [BRUGG GROUP AG](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/brugg-group-ag) (brugg.com)
Globally active industrial group, offering innovative, sustainable solutions for infrastructure expansion in cable systems, rope technology, pipe systems, and process control. | Construction | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Brugg | 1,057 | 1896 | | 39 | [Gunvor Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/gunvor-group) (gunvorgroup.com)
Independent commodities trading house specializing in energy, metals, and bulk materials logistics with investments in infrastructure and supply chain solutions. | Oil and Gas | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Geneva | 1,034 | 2000 | | 40 | [SWISS KRONO Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/swiss-krono-group) (swisskrono.com)
Develops wood-based solutions for healthy living spaces with high-quality, sustainable products in Interior, Flooring, and Building Materials for global clients | Wholesale Building Materials | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Lucerne | 1,024 | 1966 | | 41 | [Model Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/model-group) (modelgroup.com)
A packaging company specializing in solid and corrugated board products, serving various markets and headquartered in Switzerland | Packaging and Containers Manufacturing | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Weinfelden | 1,014 | 1882 | | 42 | [Groupe Burrus](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/groupe-burrus) (groupe-burrus.com)
Financial group specializing in insurance, brokerage, and market finance with a history of growth and strong industry positioning. | Insurance | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ | 1,008 | | | 43 | [Colosseum Dental Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/colosseum-dental-group) (colosseumdental.com)
Leading pan-European dentistry group providing high-quality dental care in eleven countries, with over 600 clinics, 50 labs, and 11,000 colleagues | Hospitals and Health Care | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Zurich | 1,001 | 2017 | | 44 | [DocMorris](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/docmorris) (docmorris.com)
Company offers online pharmacy, marketplace, and professional healthcare services, delivering effective and empathetic healthcare to everyone, anytime, anywhere, in one click. | Retail | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Frauenfeld | 1,001 | 2000 | | 45 | [QSRP](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/qsrp) (qsrp.com)
Operating over 1500 restaurants across nine countries, offering diverse quick-service food brands including burgers, coffee, donuts, and seafood. | Restaurants | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Switzerland | 997 | | | 46 | [Group Micarna](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/group-micarna) (migrosindustrie.ch)
Switzerland's leading meat processor supplying premium meat, poultry, and fish products at competitive prices, with a focus on sustainability and shared values | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Courtepin | 996 | | | 47 | [Frutiger Gruppe](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/frutiger-gruppe) (frutiger-gruppe.com)
Designing, building public infrastructure, versatile construction projects, tailored, comprehensive solutions for the national real estate market, covering the full construction industry spectrum. | Construction | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Thun | 939 | 1869 | | 48 | [Vetropack Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/vetropack-group) (vetropack.com)
The company provides elegant and responsible packaging solutions for food and beverages, prioritizing environmental responsibility, cost efficiency, and recycling practices | Glass, Ceramics and Concrete Manufacturing | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ BΓΌlach | 919 | 1911 | | 49 | [Zehnder Group International AG](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/zehnder-group-international-ag) (zehndergroup.com)
Providing tailored heating, cooling, and ventilation solutions to ensure comfortable temperatures and fresh, clean indoor air worldwide. | HVAC and Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ GrΓ€nichen | 917 | 1895 | | 50 | [Bertschi Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bertschi-group) (bertschi.com)
A global leader in logistics, specializing in intermodal transportation services for the chemical industry with a focus on efficiency and sustainability | Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage | πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ DΓΌrrenΓ€sch | 906 | 1956 | ## How this list is built Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 12, 2026. ## More company lists in Switzerland - [The largest companies in Switzerland](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/largest-companies-switzerland) (6,776) - [Multinational companies in Switzerland](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/multinational-companies-switzerland) (1,793) - [Companies with in-house R&D in Switzerland](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/r-and-d-companies-switzerland) (916) - [Financial services firms in Switzerland](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/financial-services-firms-switzerland) (875) - [Manufacturers in Switzerland](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/manufacturers-switzerland) (748) - [Real Estate companies in Switzerland](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/real-estate-companies-switzerland) (637) - [IT Services and IT Consulting companies in Switzerland](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/it-services-and-it-consulting-companies-switzerland) (574) - [Hardware manufacturers in Switzerland](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/hardware-companies-switzerland) (538) - [Financial Services companies in Switzerland](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/financial-services-companies-switzerland) (525) - [IT services companies in Switzerland](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/it-services-companies-switzerland) (438) - [SaaS companies in Switzerland](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/saas-companies-switzerland) (435) - [Retail chains in Switzerland](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/retail-chains-switzerland) (424) - [Professional services firms in Switzerland](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/professional-services-firms-switzerland) (402) - [Software Development companies in Switzerland](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/software-development-companies-switzerland) (380) - [Critical infrastructure operators in Switzerland](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/critical-infrastructure-operators-switzerland) (378) - [Family-owned companies in Switzerland](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/family-owned-companies-switzerland) (346) - [Consulting firms in Switzerland](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/consulting-firms-switzerland) (288) - [Publicly traded companies in Switzerland](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/publicly-traded-companies-switzerland) (262) - [Pharmaceutical companies in Switzerland](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/pharmaceutical-companies-switzerland) (242) - [Property management companies in Switzerland](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/property-management-companies-switzerland) (227) - [Companies with a mobile app in Switzerland](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/companies-with-mobile-app-switzerland) (225) - [Medical Equipment Manufacturing companies in Switzerland](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/medical-equipment-manufacturing-companies-switzerland) (225) - [Medical device companies in Switzerland](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/medical-device-companies-switzerland) (223) - [Investment Management companies in Switzerland](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/investment-management-companies-switzerland) (216) ## The same list elsewhere in Switzerland - [Corporate groups and holding companies in Canton of Zurich](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/holding-companies-canton-of-zurich) (38) - [Corporate groups and holding companies in Vaud](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/holding-companies-vaud) (28) ## The same list elsewhere - [Corporate groups and holding companies in the world](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/holding-companies-in-the-world) (12,864) - [Corporate groups and holding companies in Europe](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/holding-companies-in-europe) (4,396) --- Source: https://www.tamtam.ai/l/holding-companies-switzerland