At the General Meeting held at Messe Luzern, 2,519 shareholders represented a clear majority of the share capital (4,335,522 shares or 81.04% of the share capital).
"2025 has once again highlighted the importance of economic resilience, reliability and a clear strategic direction. The Emmi Group consistently implemented its strategy in a challenging environment, laid important foundations for sustainable growth and further strengthened its position in attractive growth areas. On behalf of the Board of Directors, I would like to thank our shareholders for the trust they have placed in us", said Urs Riedener, Chairman of the Board of Directors.
The shareholders approved the financial and non-financial reporting for the 2025 financial year as well as all other proposals put forward by the Board of Directors. As part of the continuous dividend policy, the dividend was increased to CHF 17.50 per registered share (previous year: CHF 16.50). The payment will be made on 15 April 2026.
All members of the Board of Directors standing for re-election as well as the Chairman were confirmed during the elections. Alexander Kühnen was newly elected to the Board of Directors. He succeeds Monique Bourquin, who did not stand for re-election. The CEO of the Bahlsen Group has extensive international leadership experience in the consumer goods industry and will provide targeted support for the strategic development of the Emmi Group. The Board of Directors and Group Executive Management would like to thank Monique Bourquin for her many years of service on the Board of Directors and her valuable contributions to the strategic development of the Emmi Group over the past 13 years.
Download material and further information
- Media release as PDF
- Photos of the 2026 General Meeting
- Invitation to the 2026 General Meeting
- Emmi Annual Report with Sustainability Report 2025
- Image of Alexander Kühnen andCV of Alexander Kühnen
- Emmi Media Corner
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About Emmi
The Emmi Group is a Swiss company with a long tradition, headquartered in Lucerne. Founded in 1907 by dairy farmers' cooperatives, it is now at home around the world while remaining closely connected to its roots. Innovation and responsibility drive Emmi. With deep craftsmanship and expertise, the company produces high-quality dairy products and desserts, and holds strong positions in ready-to-drink coffee with Emmi Caffè Latte, functional nutrition, speciality cheese and premium desserts. In its strategic niches, Emmi is a pioneer, creating moments that last.
Emmi thinks in the long term and acts with care towards people, animals and nature. The company is committed to making the sustainable dairy industry the norm, creates value in rural regions and helps strengthen family-owned structures. At the heart of its activities are people who take responsibility and shape the future together across generations.
The Emmi Group is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (EMMN) and is majority-owned by ZMP Invest AG, which represents approximately 2,800 dairy farmers. Through this structure, a significant portion of profit flows back to these milk suppliers in the form of dividends. The company operates 73 production sites in 13 countries and its products are available in around 90 markets. In 2025, approximately 12,800 employees generated sales of CHF 4.7 billion. For more than 100 years, Emmi has taken responsibility - and has the courage to continue innovating.