This selection of large European companies primarily covers the hospitality, retail, and aviation sectors. Key players include Sodexo Live!, a major provider of sports and leisure experiences; LVMH, a luxury goods conglomerate; Lufthansa, an airline connecting passengers globally; and Accor, managing a global ecosystem of hotel brands. Sodexo also features as a leader in food and facilities management.
The companies demonstrate a strong presence in France, with multiple headquarters in the Paris area, such as Boulogne-Billancourt, Paris, and Issy-les-Moulineaux. Other significant locations include Frankfurt, Brussels, Hanover, and Madrid, indicating a broad geographical spread of major corporate hubs across Western Europe.
| # | Company | Employees | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Sodexo Live!sodexolive.com
Delivers world-class sports, leisure, and travel experiences, surprising and delighting guests, enriching lives, and turning venues and events into unforgettable memories, boosting revenue growth. |
412,000 | |||
| 2 | 150,393 | ||||
| 3 |
Lufthansalufthansa.com
Connecting passengers globally, shaping sustainable aviation, offering premium travel experiences, and enhancing customer comfort with advanced technology and services. |
110,000 | |||
| 4 | 101,256 | ||||
| 5 |
Sodexosodexo.com
Global leader in sustainable food and valued experiences, offering food and facilities management services, employee benefit solutions, and promoting social responsibility Serving millions daily |
100,222 | |||
| 6 |
Radisson Hotel Groupradissonhotels.com
Operates and develops over 1,600 hotels across EMEA and APAC, offering diverse brands, loyalty programs, carbon-neutral meetings, and sustainable stays. |
100,000 | |||
| 7 |
TUItuigroup.com
Leading global travel and leisure experience company, making holiday dreams come true worldwide. Operates airlines, hotels, cruise liners, agencies, and digital platforms. |
62,000 | |||
| 8 |
El Corte Ingléselcorteingles.es
A world leader in large department stores, Spanish distribution, and diverse business formats with a focus on customer service and adaptation |
37,601 | |||
| 9 |
Serunionserunion.es
Catering services provider for schools, businesses, hospitals, and residences across Spain, part of the Elior Group, serving nearly 500,000 daily menus. |
25,000 | |||
| 10 |
KLM Royal Dutch Airlinesklmf.ly
A historic airline offering direct flights to major cities worldwide, keeping you informed about industry updates and COVID information |
23,183 | |||
| 11 |
Ryanair - Europe's Favourite Airlineryanair.com
Europe's largest airline group, offering over 3,000 daily flights to 225 airports, with a plan to carry 225m+ guests annually |
21,217 | |||
| 12 |
Club Medclubmed.us
A world leader in all-inclusive vacations, Club Med offers upscale, multicultural experiences at 70 resorts worldwide, as well as cruises and luxury accommodations |
21,000 | |||
| 13 |
MSC Cruisesmsccruises.com
Operating a fleet of modern ships, offering cruises to over 240 destinations across five continents, serving diverse international customers. |
20,226 | |||
| 14 |
IHG Hotels & Resortsihgplc.com
Management of twenty-one diverse hotel brands across luxury, premium, and essential categories, operating thousands of properties and a major global loyalty program. |
19,288 | |||
| 15 |
Costa Coffeecosta.co.uk
Global coffee brand offering stores, ready-to-drink products, self-serve machines, and home options, focusing on community and growth. |
18,739 | |||
| 16 |
Meliá Hotels Internationalmelia.com
Operates over four hundred sustainable hotels across nine distinct brands worldwide, focusing on delivering unique hospitality experiences while fostering diverse professional career growth. |
18,250 | |||
| 17 |
REWE Grouprewe-group.com
Operates diverse retail formats like supermarkets, discounters, and DIY stores. Also manages wholesale for on-the-go consumption and a significant travel and tourism division across Europe. |
18,084 | |||
| 18 |
Radisson Bluradissonhotels.com
Offers stylish and elegant hotel accommodations for business and leisure travelers in various global destinations, part of a larger hotel group. |
17,691 | |||
| 19 |
Lars Larsen Grouplarslarsengroup.com
Family-owned group investing in furniture, golfcars, restaurants, hotels, equities, funds, and real estate Operates based on values of tradesmanship, responsibility, and growth |
17,053 | |||
| 20 |
Booking.combooking.com
Shapes the future of travel through cutting-edge technology, making amazing experiences accessible, sustainable, and inclusive for everyone, impacting globally. Pioneers new solutions. |
16,829 | |||
| 21 |
Jumeirahjumeirah.com
Operates luxury hotels, resorts, and residences across the Middle East, Europe, Asia, and Africa, offering distinguished service and creating joyful guest experiences. |
14,775 | |||
| 22 |
Newrestnewrest.eu
Catering and associated services across various sectors including airline, concession, remote sites, facility management, and railway catering concessions. |
14,468 | |||
| 23 |
Whitbreadwhitbreadcareers.com
A hospitality company owning popular hotel and restaurant brands, employing over 35,000 people and focused on sustainability and community impact |
14,047 | |||
| 24 |
easyJeteasyjet.com
Mission-driven to make low-cost travel accessible with Europe's best airline network, value fares, and personalized service, fostering a supportive, opportunity-driven culture |
13,948 | |||
| 25 |
Kempinski Hotelskempinski.com
Operates luxury hotels and resorts globally, offering distinctive European hospitality, luxurious accommodations, superb cuisine, and impeccable service for discerning leisure and business guests. |
13,665 | |||
| 26 |
Greene Kinggreeneking.co.uk
A leading pub and brewing company with a heritage dating back to 1799, offering award-winning ales and operating over 2,600 pubs, restaurants, and hotels across the UK |
12,900 | |||
| 27 |
Costa Crociere S.p.A.career.costacrociere.it
Operating Italian-flagged cruise ships offering diverse global destinations, unique onboard and onshore experiences, with focus on innovation and sustainability. |
11,554 | |||
| 28 |
Liebherr Groupliebherr.com
Family-run manufacturer of construction equipment, cranes, mining technology, aerospace systems, and refrigeration, also operates hotels, with nearly 50,000 employees globally. |
11,207 | |||
| 29 |
gategourmetgategroup.com
provides airline catering, hospitality, provisioning, and logistics services for over 250 carriers across more than 30 countries worldwide |
10,897 | |||
| 30 |
S-ryhmä / S Groups-ryhma.fi
Network of cooperatives operating retail stores, services, banking, and hospitality across Finland and the Baltic region, serving co-op members. |
10,730 | |||
| 31 |
KFC UK & Irelandcareers.kfc.co.uk
Serving original recipe chicken across UK and Ireland with a focus on community, career growth, and flexible work-life balance. |
10,695 | |||
| 32 |
Novotel Hotelsall.accor.com
Provides modern design hotels creating relaxed, lively atmospheres for guests and locals to eat, drink, work, play, or relax, enhancing wellbeing and enjoyment. |
10,533 | |||
| 33 |
Disneyland Parisdisneycareers.com
Creates magical experiences for guests through a diverse team. Offers numerous career paths across various departments, from park operations to corporate functions. |
10,460 | |||
| 34 |
Minor Hotels Europe and Americascareer2.successfactors.eu
Operating international hotels and resorts across eight brands alongside luxury residences, private jets, restaurants, wellness spas, river cruises and premium rail journeys. |
10,009 | |||
| 35 | 9,665 | ||||
| 36 |
LSG Grouplsg-group.com
Quality technology leader airline catering, onboard retail with two brands: global catering hospitality specialist, onboard retail product innovation. |
9,031 | |||
| 37 |
Jet2.com and Jet2holidaysjet2careers.com
A leisure flight and package holiday operator with over 40 years of success, offering great value and service across Europe |
8,917 | |||
| 38 |
Barcelo Hotel Groupbarcelo.com
Leading international tourism group operating over three hundred hotels across thirty countries focusing on regenerative tourism, guest service excellence, and innovative hospitality management. |
8,887 | |||
| 39 |
RIU Hotels & Resortsriu.com
Operates over one hundred holiday and city hotels across sixteen countries, specializing in all-inclusive services, beachfront facilities, and diverse culinary offerings. |
8,814 | |||
| 40 | 8,791 | ||||
| 41 |
Holiday Innihg.com
A global hospitality company providing True Hospitality with a large hotel loyalty program, offering nearly 1,200 hotels worldwide and ongoing expansion plans |
8,755 | |||
| 42 |
Sofitelsofitel.com
Luxury hotel operator worldwide. Cultural connections, extraordinary stays. French art de vivre with local culture, culinary art, wellness, captivating art. |
8,647 | |||
| 43 |
Vikingviking.com
Offers destination-focused river, ocean, and expedition voyages for experienced travelers interested in science, history, culture, and cuisine across all seven continents. |
8,537 | |||
| 44 |
Food Delivery Brandsfooddeliverybrands.com
Leading multibrand pizza delivery group operating in 32 countries with four brands: Telepizza, Pizza Hut, Jenos’s Pizza, Apache Pizza. |
8,360 | |||
| 45 |
Lagardère Travel Retaillagardere-tr.com
Operates retail stores in travel hubs, offering essentials, duty-free, fashion, and foodservice, enhancing traveler experience and value for stakeholders globally. |
8,347 | |||
| 46 |
ILUNIONilunion.com
A group of companies focused on creating a more accessible world, reinventing themselves daily to compete and move forward |
8,198 | |||
| 47 |
Iberostar Hotels & Resortsiberostar.com
Operates global beachfront resorts across fourteen countries with all-inclusive hospitality services, focusing on responsible tourism, local community support, and quality guest vacation experiences. |
8,004 | |||
| 48 |
Mövenpick Hotels & Resortsmovenpick.accor.com
Global hospitality operator offering high-quality dining and sustainable accommodations across over one hundred twenty resorts while honoring a traditional Swiss culinary heritage. |
7,827 | |||
| 49 |
Virgin Atlanticvirginatlantic.com
Operate transatlantic flights connecting major global cities, focus on customer experience, sustainability, inclusivity, and innovative travel solutions. |
7,756 | |||
| 50 |
Telepizzatelepizza.es
Leading Mediterranean pizza delivery company with international presence, offering fresh handmade pizzas through owned and franchised stores worldwide. |
7,518 | |||
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| 51 |
National Trustnationaltrustjobs.org.uk
Conservation organization protecting coastline, land, nature reserves, heritage sites, historic houses, gardens, and significant art collections for public enjoyment. |
7,017 | |||
| 52 |
Wizz Airwizzair.com
Leading ultra-low-cost airline in Europe, operating a large fleet of Airbus A320s and A321s with superior service, low fares, and numerous prestigious industry awards |
6,973 | |||
| 53 |
Harrodsharrodscareers.com
A luxury emporium with a rich history, offering exceptional goods and services while prioritizing customer care, grace, and excellence |
6,956 | |||
| 54 |
Scandic Hotelsscandichotelsgroup.com
The largest Nordic hotel operator with 280 hotels in six countries, pioneering development in the mid-market segment since 1963 |
6,873 | |||
| 55 |
David Lloyd Clubsdavidlloyd.co.uk
Largest European health and fitness group operating clubs with gyms, pools, racquet sports, spas, kids facilities, and social spaces for families. |
6,843 | |||
| 56 |
eSky Groupeskygroup.esky.com
A leading travel booking platform in Europe and South America, offering flights, accommodation, packages, insurance, car rental, and more in 50+ countries |
6,725 | |||
| 57 |
Mercure Hotelsaccorhotels.com
Hotels unique to each city, staff knowledgeable about the location, décor reflecting cultural heritage, providing a high-quality, immersive destination experience. |
6,661 | |||
| 58 |
Pret A Mangerpret.co.uk
A company founded by two college friends creating handmade, freshly prepared food with a focus on quality, sustainability, and giving back to the community |
6,625 | |||
| 59 |
Soho House & Cosohohouse.com
Private members' clubs for creative industries featuring houses, restaurants, cinemas, spas, and workspaces across Europe and North America for networking and social growth. |
6,509 | |||
| 60 |
BURGER KING FRANCEburgerking.fr
Second largest burger chain globally, expanding in France with flame-grilled beef, fresh ingredients, customizable burgers, and the iconic WHOPPER®. |
6,509 | |||
| 61 |
Radissonradissonhotels.com
Offers hotel stays in urban, suburban, and leisure spots across the Americas, Asia Pacific, and the Caribbean under various brands. |
6,336 | |||
| 62 |
Compass Group UK & Irelandcompass-group.co.uk
We provide great tasting food, memorable experiences, support services, and inspiration to brighten every day for clients and customers |
6,301 | |||
| 63 |
Thomas Cookthomascook.com
A newly revived online travel business under Fosun Tourism Group, focused on providing easy holiday booking solutions with a team of travel and tech experts |
6,149 | |||
| 64 |
AIDA Cruisesaida.de
AIDA is a leading cruise company committed to sustainable practices, offering exceptional career opportunities on modern ships and land locations |
6,103 | |||
| 65 |
Palladium Hotel Grouppalladiumhotelgroup.com
Luxury hotel group with 9 international brands offering exclusive and personalized experiences in 6 countries, catering to adults, families, and cosmopolitan guests |
5,843 | |||
| 66 |
Stonegate Groupcareers.stonegatecareers.co.uk
A leading UK pub company with 4,500+ sites nationwide, offering unforgettable experiences, career development, and a focus on teamwork and success |
5,799 | |||
| 67 |
Groupe Le Duffgroupeleduff.com
World leader in bakery, pastry, and catering, operating restaurant chains, manufacturing premium products for hotels, prioritizing high-quality, healthy dishes globally. |
5,761 | |||
| 68 |
InterContinental Hotels & Resortsintercontinental.com
A global luxury hotel brand with over 75 years of experience, offering exquisite accommodations in 200+ destinations worldwide for business and leisure travelers |
5,717 | |||
| 69 |
Marston's PLCmarstonscareers.co.uk
Operating over 1,300 pubs and bars across the UK, focusing on community-based venues with welcoming local teams and guest experience. |
5,709 | |||
| 70 |
Carnival UK (P&O Cruises & Cunard)carnivalukcareers.co.uk
Operating P&O Cruises and Cunard, providing world-class cruise holidays with a focus on heritage, service excellence, and employee development. |
5,421 | |||
| 71 | 5,416 | ||||
| 72 |
Resorts World Sentosarwsentosa.com
Integrated resort featuring theme parks, luxury hotels, casino, convention center, diverse dining, and world-class entertainment in Singapore. |
5,398 | |||
| 73 |
Everyone Active - SLMeveryoneactive.com
This company specializes in managing local authority leisure contracts, focusing on delivering high-quality services and increasing community participation |
5,340 | |||
| 74 |
BOULANGERIEboulangerie.lv
produces and sells freshly baked artisan bread, pastries, and other delicious baked goods daily, focusing on traditional methods. |
5,206 | |||
| 75 | 5,125 | ||||
| 76 |
Teixeira Duarteteixeiraduarte.pt
A diversified, publicly held Economic Group with operations in construction, concessions, real estate, hospitality, distribution, and automotive sectors across 22 countries |
5,088 | |||
| 77 |
Travelodge Hotels Limitedtravelodge.co.uk
A budget hotel brand with nearly 600 locations in the UK, Ireland, and Spain, focused on providing affordable travel and expanding further |
5,041 | |||
| 78 |
DO & CO AGdoco.com
An Austrian company offering gourmet entertainment worldwide through Airline Catering, Event Catering, and Restaurants, dedicated to delivering exceptional quality and service |
4,937 | |||
| 79 |
Bourne Leisure Ltdjobs.haven.com
A leading holiday and holiday home business with parks, resorts, and hotels across the UK focusing on creating unforgettable memories for guests |
4,931 | |||
| 80 |
Domiciledomicile.ch
Provides over 100 furnished serviced business apartments, first BCorp in sector, seeking expansion into other cities like London, Zurich. |
4,907 | |||
| 81 |
Merlin Entertainmentsmerlinentertainments.biz
creates and delivers memorable, immersive brand experiences through over 140 attractions worldwide, including theme parks and indoor attractions. |
4,806 | |||
| 82 | 4,716 | ||||
| 83 |
Pullman Hotels & Resortsall.accor.com
Offers superior comfort and inspiring spaces in over 155 destinations worldwide, creating new perspectives for guests. Part of a leading hospitality group. |
4,705 | |||
| 84 |
MAX Burgersmax.se
A popular Swedish hamburger restaurant chain founded in 1968, known for its healthy alternatives and commitment to sustainability Expanding internationally |
4,656 | |||
| 85 |
Center Parcsworkatcenterparcs.com
Reinventing tourism, offering unique nature experiences, reconnecting guests with nature, fostering positive environmental and community impact through dedicated teams in Europe. |
4,524 | |||
| 86 |
Royal Schiphol Groupschiphol.nl
Ownership and management of multiple airports, focusing on operations, sustainability, and providing a dynamic work environment for employees. |
4,491 | |||
| 87 |
Buffalo Grillbuffalo-grill.fr
Restaurant chain specializing in American-inspired grilled dishes. Leader in seated dining in France, with international expansion and 335 restaurants. |
4,479 | |||
| 88 |
Ávorisavoristravel.com
The company offers a wide range of travel services through specialized brands, focusing on innovation, personalization, and customer experience in the tourism market |
4,286 | |||
| 89 |
Dufryavoltaworld.com
Global travel retail company operating 5,500 outlets in airports, motorways, cruise lines, seaports, and railway stations worldwide. |
4,177 | |||
| 90 |
Basic-Fitcorporate.basic-fit.com
Leading European fitness company offering affordable, straightforward fitness experiences with quality equipment, virtual/live group lessons, and family passes in multiple countries |
4,090 | |||
| 91 |
Vueling Airlinesvueling.com
Low-cost airline operating primarily in Spain and Europe, connecting major cities and islands with a focus on sustainability and growth. |
4,087 | |||
| 92 |
Coderegrupocodere.com
A multinational company managing casinos, bingo halls, betting facilities, slot machine halls, and racetracks in several countries |
4,024 | |||
| 93 |
PortAventura Worldportaventuraworld.com
A family-friendly themed entertainment resort in Europe with multiple parks, hotels, and a convention center, offering unique experiences for over 27 years |
4,000 | |||
| 94 |
Piñerogrupo-pinero.com
Family-owned company offering integrated tourism services including travel wholesaling, hotel chains, and transport, focused on customer satisfaction. |
3,896 | |||
| 95 |
Chelsea Football Clubchelseafc.com
A leading sports and leisure venue in London, offering an array of hospitality, events, and leisure facilities including hotels, museum, and health club |
3,858 | |||
| 96 |
Viajes El Corte Inglesviajeselcorteingles.es
A leading Spanish travel agency offering personalized travel services, expertise, exclusive payment options, and a wide range of travel experiences globally |
3,737 | |||
| 97 |
Bar - Restaurante Los Leonesrtelosleones.es
En Bar - Restaurante Los Leones offers traditional Extremaduran cuisine using carefully selected ingredients and fresh local products to create homemade dishes that satisfy customers |
3,661 | |||
| 98 |
Betfredbetfredcareers.com
A leading betting and gaming company with over 50 years of experience, operating in multiple countries, providing innovative services while promoting responsible gambling |
3,652 | |||
| 99 |
Country Inn & Suites by Radissonradissonhotels.com
A leading upper midscale hotel brand with locations in the United States, Canada, India, and Latin America providing a welcoming stay for travelers |
3,644 | |||
| 100 |
Golden Tulip Hotels, Suites & Resortsgoldentulip.com
Manages and operates over 160 upscale hotels in 30 countries, offering relaxation, service, and refined cuisine for business and leisure travelers. |
3,562 | |||
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