Industry association in the
Canton of Bern
371 companies in Industry association based in the Canton of Bern — name and year of registration from the commercial register.
50 of 371 companies
Schweiz. Stiftung für Forschung und Ausbildung "Qualität" SFAQ
Since 2007 · 1–10 empl.4.8(186)
Schweiz. Stiftung für Forschung und Ausbildung "Qualität" SFAQ is an organisation for certifications and assessments of management systems according to numerous standards. It provides ISO certifications, sustainability- and ESG-related services, and training in quality, environmental, safety, and information security management.
Société coopérative de fromagerie de Sonvilier
Since 1910 · 1–10 empl.4.5(98)
Kleintiere Schweiz
Since 2005 · 21–50 empl.4.4(8)
Kleintiere Schweiz is an umbrella association for specialist federations and societies involved in small-animal breeding. It promotes the keeping, breeding and exhibiting of small animals, works to advance animal welfare, and supports the conservation of species, breeds and genetic diversity.
IG Hanf Schweiz
Since 2017 · 11–20 empl.5.0(6)
IG Hanf Schweiz is the trade association for the cannabis industry and represents its members’ interests toward policymakers, authorities and the public. The association promotes a regulated cannabis market, establishes quality and safety standards including the Swiss Certified Cannabis (SCC) label, and provides member services such as legal advice and working groups on public affairs, regulation and standards.
ASTAG Schweizerischer Nutzfahrzeugverband
Since 2002 · 51–100 empl.4.0(27)
ASTAG Schweizerischer Nutzfahrzeugverband represents the interests of road transport and the transport industry, including freight transport, own-account transport and passenger services by coach and taxi. The association provides industry information and services and offers vocational and continuing education for the transport sector.
Schweizerischer Feuerwehrverband (SFV)
Since 1972 · 21–50 empl.4.4(8)
Schweizerischer Feuerwehrverband (SFV) represents the interests of fire services and firefighters in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. It supports fire services, contributes to training and knowledge sharing, and offers courses and other services to its members.
MH Kinaesthetics Suisse Association
Since 2009 · 1–10 empl.5.0(3)
MH Kinaesthetics Suisse Association is the umbrella organisation for Kinaesthetics trainers; it supplies course materials, coordinates training and certification, provides professional support to trainers and organisers, and organises events, quality-development activities and research collaborations related to Kinaesthetics.
Schweizerischer Maler- und Gipserunternehmer-Verband, Region Bern Genossenschaft
Since 1907 · 11–20 empl.
Schweizerischer Maler- und Gipserunternehmer-Verband, Region Bern Genossenschaft represents the interests of painting and plastering businesses and supports its member companies. Its activities include legal and business advice, vocational education and training, and operating a daily sickness benefits insurance scheme and a job placement service.
Berner Bauern Verband
Since 1911 · 21–50 empl.
Berner Bauern Verband is a professional association that represents farmers and formulates policy positions. It provides advisory and personnel services, insurance guidance, exchange platforms (feed, rearing, jobs, apprenticeship), vocational training and organizes livestock markets and events for members.
Arbeitsgemeinschaft Schweizerischer Rinderzüchter (ASR) Genossenschaft
Since 1916 · 21–50 empl.
The company's core activity is the promotion and coordination of cattle breeding in Switzerland. This includes the development and implementation of common procedures for herd bookkeeping, milk and meat production, breeding technology and genetics. The company also supports the political interests of the industry vis-à-vis the relevant authorities and promotes the export of genetics and the international competitiveness of Swiss cattle breeding.
FROMARTE Genossenschaft der Schweizer Käsespezialisten
Since 1917 · 21–50 empl.
FROMARTE Genossenschaft der Schweizer Käsespezialisten is the umbrella association for Switzerland’s artisanal cheese dairies and milk processors. It represents their interests in policy and markets, supports decentralised milk processing, and provides members with services and training.
Verband Schweiz. Armaturenfabriken (URS)
Since 1919 · 1–10 empl.
Verband Schweiz. Armaturenfabriken (URS) represents and promotes the shared interests of Swiss fitting manufacturers and works to maintain and develop the domestic fittings industry. Its activities include promoting quality, performance and service standards, and supporting technical standards and testing and approval procedures.
SEV - Gewerkschaft des Verkehrspersonals
Since 1921 · 51–100 empl.
SEV - Gewerkschaft des Verkehrspersonals is a trade union representing employees in the transport sector. It negotiates collective agreements, provides professional and legal protection, offers training and member services, and publishes news and information on workplace safety, transport policy and social matters.
Schweizerische Elektro-Einkaufs-Vereinigung eev Genossenschaft
Since 1925 · 21–50 empl.
Schweizerische Elektro-Einkaufs-Vereinigung eev Genossenschaft provides marketing and services for the electrical trade. It supports its members and contractual partners with services including company-vehicle solutions, insurance, invoice processing and training.
Verband der Schweizer Druckindustrie
Since 1929 · 11–20 empl.
Verband der Schweizer Druckindustrie is the trade association for Switzerland’s printing industry and related professions. It represents the sector’s interests in dealings with politics and business, and offers members services including workplace safety, social insurance and legal advice, as well as training and networking events.
Verband öffentlicher Verkehr, Genossenschaft (VöV)
Since 1942 · 51–100 empl.
Verband öffentlicher Verkehr, Genossenschaft (VöV) is the national umbrella association of public transport companies. It represents its members’ interests, coordinates shared industry tasks and works to promote customer-friendly, sustainable public transport and rail freight in Switzerland.
Schweizerische Akademie der Medizinischen Wissenschaften (SAMW)
Since 1943 · 11–20 empl.
The company's core activity is science communication and policy consulting, particularly in the areas of sustainability, digitalization, health, and new technologies. The company serves as a scientific network and advises politics and society on socially relevant issues. It publishes publications, organizes events, and offers scholarships and awards to promote the culture of science and scientific integrity.
Fürsorgestiftung Schweizer Berufsverband der Pflegefachfrauen und Pflegefachmänner (SBK)
Since 1946 · 21–50 empl.
The company's core activity is the representation and promotion of the interests of healthcare professionals and institutions in Switzerland, including political lobbying, education and training offers, legal advice and protection, as well as support for members on issues related to nursing practice and working conditions.
GastroBern, Arbeitgeberverband für Restauration und Hotellerie
Since 1947 · 11–20 empl.
GastroBern, Arbeitgeberverband für Restauration und Hotellerie represents the interests of the hospitality sector in the Canton of Bern and provides its members with advice and services. It offers vocational and continuing education for the restaurant and hotel sectors, including courses for restaurateurs and seminars in business management.
Proviande Genossenschaft
Since 1949 · 21–50 empl.
Proviande Genossenschaft is the industry organization for Switzerland’s meat sector, bringing together organizations and businesses across the meat value chain. It carries out federal tasks in livestock classification and markets, analyses the meat market, and coordinates industry projects in communications, sustainability and animal welfare.
Agricura Genossenschaft (Agricura)
Since 1950 · 11–20 empl.
Agricura Genossenschaft (Agricura) is a private-law self-help organisation of Swiss holders of mandatory stocks of nitrogen fertilisers. As a cooperative, it carries out federal tasks related to mandatory stockholding, safeguards its members’ interests and operates a guarantee fund governed by law.
Helvecura Genossenschaft
Since 1951 · 11–20 empl.
Helvecura Genossenschaft is the self-help organisation for holders of compulsory stocks of therapeutic products in Switzerland. On behalf of the federal government, it performs tasks related to compulsory stockpiling, supports its members in meeting legal requirements and coordinates the associated administrative and organisational processes.
BISCOSUISSE
Since 1951 · 11–20 empl.
BISCOSUISSE is the association of industrial manufacturers of long-life baked goods, bars, snacks, sweets, pastilles and other Swiss food products. It advocates competitive conditions for production in Switzerland and provides services tailored to the sector for its member companies.
Vereinigung Schweizerischer Futtermittelfabrikanten (VSF)
Since 1960 · 11–20 empl.
The company's core activity is the representation and promotion of the interests of Swiss feed manufacturers, in particular through: Providing comprehensive information to members on industry topics and issues from the economy, politics and science; Commenting on legislative decrees and regulations; Representing the industry to authorities, the public and other bodies at national and international level; Combating unfair competition; Providing professional training and further education through courses, lectures and consulting; Supporting public relations; Developing industry solutions in the areas of occupational safety and quality standards as well as in other sectors. The company represents the interests of feed manufacturers who produce or have produced mixed feed and protein concentrates for livestock and pets, manufacture and distribute mineral salts, vitamins and trace elements, store and/or trade in grains and feed.
filmdistribution schweiz
Since 1963 · 11–20 empl.
filmdistribution schweiz is the industry association for film distribution companies in Switzerland. It represents and promotes its members’ cultural policy, economic and legal interests, and provides film data and statistics.
Schweizer Stiftung für Oberflächentechnik (SSO)
Since 1963 · 21–50 empl.
Schweizer Stiftung für Oberflächentechnik (SSO) provides cross-industry services on behalf of its supporting associations. Its activities include vocational education and training, occupational safety and health, environmental matters, and chemical legislation.
REG Fondation des Registres suisses des professionnels de l'ingénierie, de l'architecture et de l'environnement
Since 1966 · 11–20 empl.
The REG (Foundation of the Swiss Register) company is a register for professionals in the fields of engineering, architecture and environment. The company's core activity consists of registering professionals in these fields, verifying and validating their qualifications, as well as ensuring compliance with standards and guidelines in these professions.
Schweizer Hotelier-Verein (SHV)
Since 1968 · 21–50 empl.
Schweizer Hotelier-Verein (SHV) is an industry association serving hotels and other accommodation providers in the hospitality sector. The association provides members with services such as legal advice, training and workforce support, classification and marketing/distribution tools, plus sector projects and public affairs representation.
Schweizerischer Ziegenzuchtverband (SZZV) Genossenschaft
Since 1969 · 21–50 empl.
Schweizerischer Ziegenzuchtverband (SZZV) Genossenschaft is the national organization for goat breeding in Switzerland. It maintains the herdbook, sets breeding objectives, organizes performance testing and conformation assessments, and supports goat husbandry, animal health and the preservation of endangered Swiss goat breeds.
VERBAND ZOOLOGISCHER FACHGESCHÄFTE DER SCHWEIZ
Since 1971 · 1–10 empl.
The company's core activity is the representation and support of specialized pet stores in Switzerland. The Association of Zoological Specialized Stores of Switzerland (VZFS) offers services such as consulting, training and information to its members and represents their interests.
Verband Holzindustrie Schweiz HIS
Since 1982 · 11–20 empl.
Verband Holzindustrie Schweiz HIS is the umbrella association for Swiss sawmills and related wood-industry companies. It represents member interests, supports vocational training, coordinates specialist groups and works on matters such as certification, statistics and the promotion of Swiss wood.
VZLS/ALPDS Stiftung Zahntechnik
Since 1984 · 11–20 empl.
VZLS/ALPDS Stiftung Zahntechnik promotes vocational and higher professional education and continuing training for dental technicians.
Thermische Netze Schweiz (TNS)
Since 1985 · 11–20 empl.
Thermische Netze Schweiz (TNS) is the industry association for companies and other stakeholders in district and local heating and cooling in Switzerland. It represents the interests of thermal networks, promotes the exchange of experience and advises members on technical, economic and legal matters.
Hauseigentümerverband Konolfingen und Umgebung Genossenschaft
Since 1989 · 1–10 empl.
The company's core activity is the management and rental of real estate, particularly commercial and residential spaces, as well as providing services and software for real estate management. The company also offers training and courses for real estate managers and operates a shop where products and services for the real estate industry are offered. Additionally, the company provides travel and hotel services.
Schweizerischer Milchwirtschaftlicher Verein (SMV)
Since 1989 · 21–50 empl.
Schweizerischer Milchwirtschaftlicher Verein (SMV) brings together national professional associations representing commercial and industrial milk processors. It supports vocational education and continuing training for dairy technologists and provides information on training programmes, apprenticeships and career paths in the dairy sector.
Schweizerischer Bäcker-Confiseurmeister-Verband
Since 1989 · 21–50 empl.
Schweizerischer Bäcker-Confiseurmeister-Verband represents owners of artisanal bakeries and confectioneries. The association provides member services including advocacy, legal and quality-management advice, vocational training and competitions, industry communication via the Panissimo magazine, and a promo shop.
Schweizerische Vereinigung Diplomierter Steuerexperten (SVDS)
Since 1990 · 11–20 empl.
The company's core activity is the representation and promotion of the interests of certified tax experts in Switzerland, including the conduct of examinations, seminars and further training measures, as well as the preservation of the reputation and independence of the profession.
ProCinema, Schweizerischer Verband für Kino und Filmverleih
Since 1991 · 11–20 empl.
The core activity of ProCinema is to represent and promote the common interests of Swiss cinema and film distribution companies at the political and economic level, as well as to provide services to its members.
Promarca Schweizerischer Markenartikelverband
Since 1991 · 21–50 empl.
Promarca Schweizerischer Markenartikelverband represents the shared interests of branded-goods companies in the consumer goods sector. The association promotes understanding of the value of brands, advocates fair competition and provides members with information, advice and networking events.
SCHWEIZERISCHE CHEMISCHE GESELLSCHAFT
Since 1993 · 21–50 empl.
SCHWEIZERISCHE CHEMISCHE GESELLSCHAFT represents scientists in chemistry and related sciences and supports the exchange of scientific and technical knowledge. It organizes events, provides networking platforms and awards, represents the community in national and international organizations, and publishes scientific content.
Stipendienfonds des Schweizerischen Apothekerverbandes, pharmaSuisse
Since 1994 · 51–100 empl.
Stipendienfonds des Schweizerischen Apothekerverbandes, pharmaSuisse supports education and training in the pharmacy sector and related study and continuing-education activities. It is part of pharmaSuisse, which provides information and services for pharmacies and pharmacy professionals.
Kollegium für Hausarztmedizin (KHM)
Since 1994 · 11–20 empl.
Kollegium für Hausarztmedizin (KHM) is a nationwide exchange and strategy platform for primary care and paediatric physicians. The foundation supports the quality of primary care through projects in prevention, postgraduate and continuing education, research, and quality assurance.
Verband Schweizerischer Schädlingsbekämpfer (VSS)
Since 1995 · 11–20 empl.
The company's core activity is the representation and support of Swiss pest control companies, particularly through the organization of training and further education, the promotion of environmental and health protection, technical innovations and sustainability, as well as the provision of a network for members.
SUISSEDIGITAL VERBAND FÜR KOMMUNIKATIONSNETZE
Since 1996 · 11–20 empl.
The core activity of Suissedigital is to act as an association for communication networks and to support and represent its members, which are publicly organized companies. These members offer communication services such as broadband internet, fixed-line and mobile telephony, as well as radio and television, serving around 3 million households in Switzerland. Suissedigital itself does not offer direct communication services, but instead focuses on interest representation, promoting cybersecurity, and providing information and resources for its members and the public.
BO Butter GmbH
Since 1997 · 11–20 empl.
BO Butter GmbH is a self-help organisation for the butter industry and milk producers. It represents its members’ interests and works to support domestic butter supply, promote sales, maintain quality and manage and protect brands.
swisspatat
Since 1997 · 11–20 empl.
swisspatat is the industry organisation for Switzerland’s potato sector, representing the interests of producers, traders and processors. It works to support a competitive and sustainable domestic potato industry and to promote appreciation and consumption of Swiss potatoes.
Berner Bauern Verband Management AG
Since 1997 · 21–50 empl.
Berner Bauern Verband Management AG is an organization providing representation and member services for farmers, offering advisory services (including legal and project advice), personnel services and job platforms, insurance consulting, markets and vocational training.
Interessengemeinschaft Schweizer Parkettmarkt ISP
Since 1998 · 1–10 empl.
The company's core activity is the creation of neutral expert opinions, consultations and reports for builders, publishers, architects, planners, insurance companies and other parties in the field of wood, parquet, cork, laminate, wooden terraces, floor constructions and substructures. This also includes on-site oral consultations and construction acceptances.
Verband Yoga Schweiz Suisse Svizzera
Since 1999 · 1–10 empl.
The company's core activity is the promotion and representation of yoga in Switzerland, including the training and certification of yoga teachers and therapists, the organization of yoga events and courses, as well as the representation of the interests of members and the yoga scene in Switzerland.
SWISSCOFEL
Since 1999 · 21–50 empl.
SWISSCOFEL is the Swiss association for the fruit, vegetable and potato trade. It represents its members’ interests, supports them on business matters and works on market regulation, industry solutions, and professional training.
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Source: commercial register (Zefix) · as of November 6, 2026
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