About Us

Founded in Switzerland in 1948, Ameropa is a family-owned agricultural company active in production, trading, logistics, and distribution.

Over more than seven decades, we have grown from a local trading company into an international business operating across the agricultural value chain.

Long-term relationships, entrepreneurship, and partnership remain at the core of our business.

Ameropa in Numbers

  • 78

    Years of experience

  • 24

    Countries worldwide

  • 1,700+

    Employees across the Group

  • 112

    Markets reached globally

  • 25M+

    Tonnes moved annually

  • CHF 7.6 BN

    In sales

Our Business

Ameropa Worldwide

Our teams work across six continents, combining local market knowledge with a global network to serve customers and suppliers around the world.

Leadership

Ameropa’s Holding Board and Leadership Team provide strategic direction and oversight for the business. Together, they support the company’s long-term growth, ensure effective governance, and help position Ameropa for success in global agricultural markets.

  • Matthias Altendorf Board Chairman

  • Josh Zacharias Group CEO

History of Ameropa

A legacy of more than 75 years