Consumer Goods and Commodities
Consumer Goods
Driving Growth: Consumer Goods Cluster in Zug fuels Economic Expansion
The Canton of Zug is home to more than 1,700 Consumer Goods companies, employing around 14,000 people and contributing to about one third of the cantonal GDP. Numerous major global Multinationals, alongside small to mid-sized companies, have set up international and regional headquarters here. Of special importance are branded products in food & beverage (e.g. RBI/Burger King, Coca Cola HBC, Anheuser-Busch InBev), personal care (e.g. Galderma, Haleon and Kenvue), textiles and sporting goods (e.g. Canada Goose, Hugo Boss, Odlo, Specialized). Also, Canton of Zug has evolved into a hub for automotive suppliers (e.g. LKQ Europe, Autoliv, Amag, Swiss Automotive Group).
Additionally, wholesale trading of commodities and pharmaceutical products forms a vital component of the sector (see dedicated page on the Pharma & Biotech cluster).
Quotes from leading business personalities
Zug offers an ideal environment for our business, and we’re proud to welcome our employees to a dynamic, safe, and well-connected city. With more than 130 employees representing over 30 nationalities, and supporting operations in more than 100 markets, creating the best possible workplace is a top priority for us. Zug delivers on everything we value in a great place to work and live. We’re grateful for the strong partnership we’ve built with the canton of Zug and appreciate their continued support as we grow.»
Thiago Santelmo
President of International – Restaurant Brands International
For over a decade now, HUGO BOSS has been based in Zug and serving, amongst other business, a broad spectrum of wholesale partners both locally and internationally. The central location within Europe coupled with the business friendly environment which the Canton of Zug offers, makes it an ideal location for us to be situated. With our diverse business areas and the resulting diverse nationalities employed in our offices, we have found the Canton of Zug to be a progressive and supportive business partner, which adds additional value when attracting and relocating talents into the region.»
Paul Daly
Director Finance & Administration – HUGO BOSS (Schweiz) AG
We redomiciled and reincorporated our business in Zug in 2013. Our main objective was to locate our head office and holding company in a stable juris-diction with a business-friendly environment. The Canton of Zug has been very supportive of Coca-Cola HBC and we are confident that we made the right choice in moving to Zug.»
Jan Gustavsson
General Counsel, Company Secretary & Director of Strategic Development – Coca‑Cola HBC Schweiz AG
Companies in the Canton of Zug
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Commodities
Thriving Commodity Cluster in Zug: A Global Trading Powerhouse
Zug occupies a crucial and historical position as a global leader among the top five commodity trading hubs. With over 200 enterprises and a substantial skilled workforce, Zug thrives as a nexus for commodity trading, with a focus on metals (e.g. Glencore, Arrow Metals, East Metals), energy (e.g. VARO, Kolmar) and soft commodities (e.g. Rothfos Coffee/Neumann Group, Hersheys, AJC Overseas, PMI Foods, EuroChem). Its core functions encompass headquarters, trading, supply chains, exploration, production, processing, and marketing. A comprehensive range of correlated services, including shipping, transportation, finance, risk insurance, and legal advisory, provide vital support.
Quotes from leading business personalities
The authorities of the Canton of Zug are by far the most professional that I have experienced in my long career. We were welcomed with open arms, assistance and cooperation. Moreover, we have enjoyed and are enjoying excellent relationships with the banks and local businesses who are well versed with the commodity trading segment. The employees we find here in Zug are very professional and well educated.»
Ruth Sandelowsky
CEO – Kolmar Group
Glencore has been headquartered in the Canton of Zug for over 50 years. Zug provides a stable and highly professional business environment which, together with the outstanding infrastructure, has enabled us to attract and retain the best talent from around the world.»
Derrick Crowley
Head of Group HR – Glencore
As a recognized financial and trading hub, Zug offers MET Group the right business environment and networking opportunities with other companies in the energy, commodities, and trading sectors. Its location in Central-Switzerland provides easy access to European markets, allowing MET Group to efficiently manage its operations. Moreover, people make the difference. With our location in Zug, we can well attract talents across Europe.»
Benjamin Lakatos
Executive Chairman – MET Group
Companies in the Canton of Zug
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