Enriching People's Lives For 160 Years
In 1865, three Swiss entrepreneurs made their way to Asia and founded flourishing trading houses. Over the next 160 years, these companies grew, diversified, and merged; offering high-quality products and services to enrich people’s lives across the region. Our history has laid the foundations for the company we are today and feeds the entrepreneurial spirit that remains at the heart of DKSH.
In 1865, three Swiss entrepreneurs made their way to Asia and founded flourishing trading houses. Over the next 160 years, these companies grew, diversified, and merged; offering high-quality products and services to enrich people’s lives across the region. Our history has laid the foundations for the company we are today and feeds the entrepreneurial spirit that remains at the heart of DKSH.
1865 - 1885
Three Swiss entrepreneurs embark on journey to Asia.
1885 - 1900
They establish flourishing trading houses, marking the beginning of globalization.
1900 - 2000
20th century brings opportunities and challenges, and the companies grow, diversify, and merge.
2002
Diethelm Keller and SiberHegner join forces - DKSH is founded.
2012
DKSH successfully goes public on SIX Swiss exchange.
2015
DKSH celebrates 150th anniversary.
2020
DKSH sharpens and clearly defines it’s purpose:
enriching people’s lives
Stories From Our History
A Bear Keeps Us Ahead of The Game in Thailand
The Silk Road to Success
Entrepreneurial Spirit Prevails in the Face of Great Adversity
Bringing a New Drive to the Thai Capital
Creating a Sweet Icon in Hong Kong
“Go East, Young Man”
Illuminating Asian Metropolises
A Sweet Partnership With Felchlin in Japan
Turning a Threat Into an Opportunity
Driving Globalization With the First Air Link to Bangkok
Making Omega a First Choice Watch Brand in Japan
Contributing to a Malaysian Symbol of National Pride
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