Swarovski plans to grow again

CompaniesRetail & Consumer ♦ Published: February 1, 2011; 00:30 ♦ (Vindobona)

The traditional Tyrolean company intends to increase its sales by 10% after three difficult years.

Swarovski plans to grow again / Picture: © Swarovski AG

The group active in crystal processing is feeling an upward movement again. For this year, "regular" growth is planned. The company spokesman, Markus Langes-Swarovski said: "We are planning about 10% growth."

The situation also allows to take on employees again. In 2007, 6,700 people were still employed; currently there are 5,272. Expansion however is not happening by “one to…