Professional & Trade Associations

Boucherie Raoul Sàrl 

Prez-Vers-Noréaz · Since 2019

The Master Butchers' Association of the Canton of Fribourg is a professional association that focuses on representing and supporting butchers and meat professionals in the Canton of Fribourg. Its core activities include: * Vocational training and education of apprentices * Supporting and representing members in professional matters * Organizing events and conferences for the industry * Publishing publications, such as the newspaper "Das Karree" * Mediating job offers and job placements in the industry * Providing useful information and resources for members The association serves as a platform for the exchange of information, experiences, and know-how among members and represents their interests to external partners and authorities.

Fédération Internationale des Associations de Transitaires et Assimilés 

Geneva · Since 2023

The core activity of the company FIATA (International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations) is to act as a global voice for the logistics and freight industry by offering advocacy, digitalization, training and other services to its members to promote the efficiency and security of global goods transport.

Fédération Internationale des Ingénieurs-Conseils (FIDIC) 

Cointrin · Since 2006

The company's core activity is consulting and planning in the field of engineering sciences, particularly in the areas of architecture, infrastructure, energy, oil, gas and renewable energies. The company offers services such as project management, design, technical consulting and strategy development, and collaborates internationally with various partners and organizations.

FLV Fédération Laitière Valaisanne, société coopérative 

Sierre · Since 1919

The core activity of FLV (Fédération Laitière Valaisanne / Valais Milk Association) is to represent and defend the interests of its members, particularly milk producers and processors in the canton of Valais, Switzerland. This includes promoting the competitiveness of the local dairy industry, protecting the designation of origin of milk products from Valais, supporting quality and sales promotion measures, and participating in other organizations with similar goals. In addition, FLV is responsible for milk quantity management, public relations, information and consulting services for members, and representing their interests in agricultural policy matters.

Gemüseproduzenten-Vereinigung der Kantone Bern und Freiburg, GVBF 

Ins · Since 2006

The company's core activity is the representation and promotion of the interests of vegetable producers in the cantons of Bern and Fribourg, particularly through the provision of information, services and support to its members, in order to promote a high-performance vegetable economy with future prospects.

Genossenschaft EvK 

Grosshöchstetten

Genossenschaft EvK supports and funds innovative business ideas, regional sports and cultural events, and socially active institutions. It provides financial contributions, offers deficit coverage for events, supports infrastructure projects for associations and operates the bern-ost.ch online portal as an information and communication platform.

Gewerkschaft Basis 21 

Lausen · Since 2014

The core activity of the company "Gewerkschaft Basis 21" consists of providing individual services and support to employees in labor and social insurance law matters, including personal care, legal advice, administrative support in case of unemployment and employer insolvency, as well as support in the recognition of foreign diplomas and wage claims.

International Seed Testing Association 

Wallisellen · Since 2023

The company's core activity is the certification and accreditation of seed testing laboratories, as well as the development and publication of international rules for seed testing. The company also offers training, workshops and webinars, and publishes handbooks and calibration samples for the seed industry.

KUNSTSTOFF.swiss 

Aarau · Since 1992

The core activity of KUNSTSTOFF.swiss is to represent the interests of the Swiss plastics industry, in particular by: providing technology, specialist and market information; supporting the implementation of occupational safety and health protection; representing interests and public relations; promoting sustainability and circular economy in the plastics industry; supporting training and further education in the industry; and providing tools and services for members, such as CO2 balancing and job placement. The company acts as a trade association and offers its members various services and support to represent and promote the common interests of the Swiss plastics industry.

Lignum Holzwirtschaft Schweiz 

Zurich · Since 1961

The core activity of Lignum is the promotion and support of the Swiss timber industry, particularly in the field of timber construction. This includes providing information, services and products for architects, engineers, contractors and other stakeholders in the timber industry. Lignum also offers consulting, training and certification, and is involved in research and development of new timber products and technologies. In addition, Lignum represents the interests of the Swiss timber industry to the public, politics and other stakeholders.

öbu - Der Verband für nachhaltiges Wirtschaften 

Zurich · Since 2015

The company provides consulting and management services in the field of sustainable corporate management, with a focus on energy efficiency, environmental strategies, social responsibility and sustainable development. It supports customers in developing comprehensive energy solutions, implementing sustainability goals and improving their ecological and social impacts.

Office Technique Maraîcher Sàrl 

Morges · Since 2011

The core activity of Office Technique Maraîcher (OTM) is to support and represent vegetable producers in the cantons of Vaud and Geneva in Switzerland. This includes providing services and resources to maraîchères (vegetable producers), including representing their interests, organizing events, and providing information and support for the production and distribution of vegetables.

Schreiner Ausbildungszentrum Luzern (Stiftung) 

Rothenburg · Since 1979

The company offers a range of services and activities focused on promoting and supporting carpenters and the carpentry trade. These include: * Vocational training and continuing education for carpenters, including courses, certifications, and lectures * Organization of events, trade fairs, and competitions for carpenters * Communication and marketing for the association and its members * Administration and management of courses and training programs * Development of teaching materials and concepts * Support for lecturers and instructors * Coordination of working groups and projects The core activity of the company is the promotion and support of carpenters and the carpentry trade through education, communication, and organization.

Schweizerischer Kino-Verband (SKV) 

Zurich · Since 1993

The core activity of the Swiss Cinema Association (SKV) is the representation and support of Swiss cinema owners. This includes in particular: the settlement of copyright and related rights fees; the preparation of statements and consultations on film economic, film cultural, financial and social policy issues; the defense against unjustified burdens on its members; the development of rules for film economic business transactions and the preservation of fair competition; the conduct of tariff negotiations with the collecting societies; and the gathering of information at national and international level. The SKV also advocates for an independent, film-culturally diverse and competitive cinema industry in Switzerland and Liechtenstein.

sffv - der Schweizer Mobilitätsverband 

Untersiggenthal · Since 2024

The core activity of CarNet Management AG is fleet management, particularly the networking, evaluation and auditing of data related to leasing fleets and purchase fleets. The core activity of RohrMax AG is the cleaning, inspection and rehabilitation of pipelines. The core activity of the Swiss Mobility Association (sffv) is representing the interests of its members in the field of vehicle fleet management and mobility, as well as knowledge transfer and the organization of events and further education.

Sterbekasse des Kantonalen Wirteverbandes Basel-Stadt 

Basel · Since 1977

The company's core activity is the representation and support of the interests of restaurateurs and hoteliers in Basel-City, including the provision of services such as further education, consulting and insurance, as well as the promotion of the hospitality industry in the region.

suissetec Aargau Gebäudetechnik-Genossenschaft 

Aarau · Since 1908

suissetec aargau Gebäudetechnik-Genossenschaft is an association for building services companies that supports its members with vocational training, continuing education and sector-specific services. Offerings include inter-company courses and workshop facilities, information and events, occupational safety support and joint-commission services, and a member directory.

Swiss Association of Football Players 

Glattbrugg · Since 2001

Swiss Association of Football Players is the collective representative body for professional footballers in Switzerland and an official member of the global players’ union FIFPro. It represents players’ interests at national and international levels and offers services such as legal protection, a career desk and health-related programmes.

SWISS RETAIL FEDERATION (Vereinigung der Mittel- und Grossbetriebe des schweizerischen Detailhandels) 

Bern · Since 2000

SWISS RETAIL FEDERATION (Vereinigung der Mittel- und Grossbetriebe des schweizerischen Detailhandels) is the association of retail companies (brick-and-mortar and online). Its membership includes department stores, specialist retailers, consumer and pick-up markets, independent retailers, food retailers and kiosks; the federation represents the sector's interests vis-à-vis policymakers and provides services to members.

TREUHAND SUISSE Schweizerischer Treuhänderverband Sektion Zürich 

Zurich · Since 2011

The company's core activity is advising and supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as private individuals in the areas of trust, accounting, taxes, and corporate management. The association offers further education, guides, and expert knowledge in these areas and represents the interests of its members.