FoundationStarting in 1920, Charles Rutz learns the basics of grain trading in France. In 1926, he establishes his own trading company, initially located at Schweizergasse in Zurich.
Do you work in a business that processes sugar and look for a strong partner for the best possible purchasing experience?
At Compagnie Grainière we have decades of experience in sugar trading with a team of people deeply committed to our values.
As a family-run business trust and openness are our fundamental principles. Learn more about our mission in the following four areas of values:
Our Values
Where Word still counts
At Compagnie Grainière we think long-term.
On the market since 1926
Only those who change remain true to themselves.
All for the customer
Customer Centricity
Competent and efficient
Strong service is Compagnie Grainière’s backbone.
Compagnie Grainière SA
At a Glance
Compagnie Grainière, an experienced family business with a proud history, trades in quality sugar from Switzerland and abroad (Europe and overseas) in bulk or in any packaging desired by customers, as well as glucose. The main focus of its clientele is the food industry. But also the feed, chemical, pharmaceutical, and cosmetics industries or any operations that require sugar in their production find a reliable partner in Compagnie Grainière.
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Four Generations
Company history
Compagnie Grainière has been operating as a successful family-run business over four generations, rooted in firm company values throughout its long history and adapting to the ever changing market conditions. Here are the stages of this successful journey.
Charles Rutz
1st Generation
Paul Oskar Rutz
2nd Generation
Thomas Rutz
3rd Generation
David Rutz
4th Generation
- 1926
- 1927
- The Company GrowsJust one year after its foundation, the company's first location becomes too small and relocates to Löwenstrasse in Zurich.
- Pre-War Period
- Challenging War TimesIn the pre-war period, the business activities of Compagnie Grainière, notably also in Germany, grow. With the outbreak of war, trade relations become increasingly difficult. During these challenging times, the company benefits from its close network throughout Europe and expands its range of traded products from peas to bathtubs...
- 1945
- Start of Sugar TradingIn 1945, Compagnie Grainière starts trading sugar for the first time. Already at that time, the company is characterized by flexibility and efficiency, qualities that become the company's trademarks in the coming decades.
- 1950
- Journey to New YorkIn 1950, Paul Oskar Rutz, the founder's son, heads to New York to gain insight into grain trading – a journey that begins with a modest salary of 35 dollars per week but at the same time sets the groundwork for the upcoming start in the family-run business.
- 1953
- Joining Compagnie GrainièreIn 1953, Paul Oskar Rutz officially joins Compagnie Grainière. With his expertise and experience, he plays a crucial role in further developing the company.
- 1966
- Relocation to NordstrasseCompagnie Grainière continues to expand its business and relocates to Nordstrasse in Zurich.
- 1972
- New GenerationAt the age of 72, Charles Rutz decides to hand over the company's management to his son, Paul Oskar Rutz. The trade in grain and feed continues to be the core business of the company.
- 1985
- The Third GenerationThomas Rutz joins the company, contributing to the ongoing success of Compagnie Grainière.
- 1987
- Relocation to DübendorfCompagnie Grainière relocates its headquarters to its current domicile, Auenstrasse 8 in Dübendorf.
- 1990
- New HelmsmanThomas Rutz, the son of Paul Oskar Rutz, takes over the leadership of Compagnie Grainière, dynamically extending the long-standing family values to a new era.
- 2000
- Specializing in Sugar TradingCompagnie Grainière intensifies its focus on sugar trading and becomes one of the most important players in this field in Switzerland.
- 2023
- The Fourth GenerationDavid Rutz, son of Thomas Rutz and with him the fourth generation joining the company, is currently being acquainted with the business. David continues to operate on the basis of the company's traditional values, thereby pursuing the successful business with the flexibility to adapt to the constantly changing challenges of the trade.
Open Positions
There are currently no open positions.
How to Find Us
Our domicile is 3 minutes from Stettbach train station (S-Bahn S3, S9, S11, S12; Tram 7 and 12; Bus 743, 744, 745, 751, 752, 754, 750)
Office
Compagnie Grainière SA
Auenstrasse 8
CH-8600 Dübendorf
Auenstrasse 8
CH-8600 Dübendorf