carrosserie suisse

What carrosserie suisse does

carrosserie suisse is a Swiss professional association (Berufsverband) founded in 1919, serving the vehicle bodywork (carrosserie) and vehicle construction (Fahrzeugbau) industries. Headquartered in Zofingen and operating across 13 regional sections covering all Swiss language regions, it represents SMB workshops, painting facilities, and specialty vehicle builders through collective advocacy, training, and compliance support. Its service portfolio includes vocational and continuing education (Carrosseriereparateur/-in EFZ, Carrosseriespengler/-in EFZ, Carrosserielackierer/-in EFZ), technical reference tools (swiss repair-pedia, Arbeitszeitwerte), industry programs (Scheibenkonzept with Trösch Autoglas AG, Mobiliar and Allianz; green car repair environmental label), compliance services (Umwelt-Inspektorat, Branchenlösung BAZ workplace safety), and business tools (Betriebskalkulation, Forderungsabtretung legal templates). The association also operates a course platform at events.carrosseriesuisse.ch, a member-facing Branchesverzeichnis directory, and a recently launched Carrosserie-Mobil mobile exhibition trailer for trade outreach.

The association's underlying technology is modest and operationally focused: standard digital course enrollment and member portal infrastructure, a knowledge base for repair documentation, and support for integrating industry-standard damage calculation systems (Audatex, SilverDAT, Eurotax). Near 250,000 damage notices were processed electronically via e-service in a recent year, indicating meaningful digital transaction throughput but no proprietary AI or ML capabilities. The organization holds GDPR compliance, ISO 27001-aligned data protection practices, and the TOP-Ausbildungsbetrieb certification for apprenticeship quality.

Revenue is generated through recurring membership fees from carrosserie and Fahrzeugbau businesses, professional training course fees, and sales of publications including the Fachzeitschrift Carrossier professional journal. Pricing is not publicly disclosed, with bulk-order discount tiers ranging from 3% (CHF 5,000) to 10% (CHF 50,000) noted in the AGB. The go-to-market is direct-to-member via regional sections, an online course platform, an industry directory funneling motorists to certified workshops, and trade events including transport.ch (next edition 2027), the Trucker & Country Festival, SwissSkills, and WorldSkills. Customer segments are organized vertically by industry stakeholder: member businesses (primary), motorists (referral channel), and apprentices/job seekers (talent pipeline).

Name

carrosserie suisse

Legal name

carrosserie suisse

Website

https://carrosseriesuisse.ch

Company type

Private

Founded year

1919

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

carrosserie suisse is the Swiss professional association founded in 1919 for the vehicle bodywork and vehicle construction industries, serving SMB workshops, apprentices, and motorists across 13 regional sections with training, technical tools, insurance coordination, and compliance services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Zofingen

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: Annual membership fees from member businesses (carrosserie and Fahrzeugbau Betriebe) that gain access to the association's services, support, training, and collective representation.
2. Training Courses and Education: Revenue from continuing education courses, certification programs, and professional development offerings for industry workers and member businesses.
3. Publications and Educational Materials: Sale of teaching materials, documentation, and specialized publications including the Fachzeitschrift Carrossier professional journal.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

carrosserie suisse is a Swiss professional association (Berufsverband) for the vehicle bodywork (carrosserie) and vehicle construction (Fahrzeugbau) industry, providing member businesses with training, certification, technical documentation, legal advice, environmental and workplace safety compliance services, and industry representation. It operates a portal (swiss repair-pedia), an online course platform, and jointly developed insurance-aligned programs such as the Scheibenkonzept (windshield concept).

Product overview

carrosserie suisse is a Swiss professional association (Berufsverband) for the vehicle bodywork and vehicle construction industry. The organization operates as a unified association offering a comprehensive portfolio of services including professional development (Forum Carrosserie, course platform), technical reference tools (swiss repair-pedia, Arbeitszeitwerte), industry-specific programs (Scheibenkonzept, green car repair), compliance services (environmental inspectorate, workplace safety), business tools (Betriebskalkulation, Forderungsabtretung templates), and training/certification programs (TOP-Ausbildungsbetrieb, Fahrassistenzsysteme kalibrieren). The association also maintains a physical mobile exhibition unit (Carrosserie-Mobil) for outreach and operates regional sections across Switzerland.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Forum Carrosserie Professional industry forum event organized by carrosserie suisse that brings together member businesses with presentations, programs, and partner collaborations. Intended for member businesses and industry partners in the vehicle bodywork and construction trade.
• Kursplattform (Course Platform) Online course booking platform hosted at events.carrosseriesuisse.ch offering vocational training, continuing education, and professional development courses for the carrosserie industry. Targeted at member businesses, apprentices, and professionals seeking qualification.
• swiss repair-pedia Technical knowledge base for vehicle repair documentation and repair guidelines accessible to industry professionals in the Swiss carrosserie trade.
• Scheibenkonzept (Windshield Concept) Coordinated windshield repair and replacement program developed with Trösch Autoglas AG and insurance partners Mobiliar and Allianz, offering members a half-day training course and favorable conditions for insurance claims processing. sirve member workshops and their insurance customers.
• Arbeitszeitwerte (Work Time Values) Standardized work time values and recommendations for damage calculation using established calculation systems Audatex, SilverDAT, and Eurotax. Includes error reporting and is supported by IFL membership to resolve issues with system providers and manufacturers.
• Forderungsabtretung (Debt Assignment) Legally compliant contract template for debt assignment (cession) that allows member workshops to transfer receivables from old creditor to new creditor, with downloadable templates.
• Fahrassistenzsysteme kalibrieren (Driver Assistance System Calibration) Training and certification service for the calibration of driver assistance systems in modern vehicles, intended for member workshops and their technicians.
• green car repair Environmental label and certification program for sustainable and eco-friendly vehicle repair practices in the carrosserie industry, supporting Net Zero 2050 objectives.
• Umwelt-Inspektorat (Environmental Inspectorate) Environmental protection handbook and inspection services helping member workshops comply with environmental regulations including chemical handling and disposal.
• Branchenlösung BAZ (Sector Solution BAZ) Workplace safety solution including Suva and EKAS compliance, plus high-voltage and hazardous materials handling guidelines for member workshops.
• Betriebskalkulation (Business Calculation) Business calculation tool based on the AZT-Index 100 that helps member workshops determine pricing and operational costs, using guidelines from Allianz and AZT.
• Rechtsberatung (Legal Advice) Legal consultation services and collective labor agreement (GAV) information provided to member businesses.
• Logo und Markenauftritt (Logo and Brand Identity) Branding services providing logos and marketing materials to member businesses for use in their customer communications.
• TOP-Ausbildungsbetrieb (TOP Training Company) Recognition and certification program for member companies providing excellent apprenticeship training, including courses and motivational support for learners.

Quantifiable outcome

• Near 250,000 damage notices sent electronically via e-service in a recent year

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• Trösch Autoglas AGcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2015Collaborative partner in developing and delivering the Scheibenkonzept (windshield concept). Jointly conducts half-day training courses for members on windshield repair, combining theoretical and practical components.
• MobiliarcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerInsurance partner in the Scheibenkonzept, providing coordinated conditions for windshield repairs and replacement services through carrosserieuisse member businesses.
• Allianz VersicherungencoreGTM or Marketing PartnerInsurance partner in the Scheibenkonzept, providing coordinated conditions for windshield repairs and replacement services through carrosserieuisse member businesses.
• IFL e.V. (Interessengemeinschaft für Fahrzeugtechnik und Lackierung)coreStrategic or Co-development Partnercarrosserieuisse is a member of IFL, which identifies errors and deficiencies in labor times for bodywork and painting in standard calculation systems (Audatex, DAT) and coordinates with system providers and automotive manufacturers to resolve issues.
• EurogarantmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerInternational network of specialized workshops that carrosserieuisse members can join to gain access to cross-border cooperation and quality standards in vehicle repair.
• VFCBmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSwiss association partner in the vehicle bodywork and construction industry, collaborating on industry representation and member services.
• AIRC (Association Internationale des Réparateurs en Carrosserie)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational association of national vehicle bodywork associations. carrosserieuisse participates in annual meetings to align on common industry themes across markets.
• UPSA (Auto Gewerbe Verband Schweiz)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership connecting carrozzeria careers information on professioneauto.ch with carrosserieuisse's training and careers resources to attract new talent to the industry.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Automotive Service Association (ASA): US trade association spanning both mechanical and collision repair. Broader scope than carrosserie suisse but parallel role as a member-services and advocacy organization for independent automotive service providers.

Direct peers

• Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS): US national trade association representing collision repair facilities. SCRS operates the same constituency as carrosserie suisse — vehicle bodywork businesses — with a parallel mix of advocacy, member education, and industry standards work.
• I-CAR (Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair): Global training and certification body for the collision repair industry. I-CAR and carrosserie suisse both deliver technical training and professional credentials to bodywork professionals, overlapping on the training side of the value chain.
• Bundesverband Karosserie- und Fahrzeugtechnik (Germany): German national trade body for the Karosserie and Fahrzeugbau sector. Closely comparable in mission, member services, and governance to carrosserie suisse, operating across a parallel regulatory environment in Germany's larger automotive market.
• AGVS / UPSA (Auto Gewerbe Verband Schweiz): Swiss national trade association for the broader automotive service industry. carrosserie suisse partners with AGVS/UPSA on career marketing (professioneauto.ch), and the organizations share parallel member-service, advocacy, and apprenticeship-recruitment functions within Switzerland.
• Association Internationale des Réparateurs en Carrosserie (AIRC): International federation of national carrosserie repairer associations. carrosserie suisse is a direct member and participates in AIRC's annual meetings; AIRC's coordination of cross-border quality standards makes it a structural peer of comparable mission.
• Fédération Française de Carrosserie (FFC): French national trade body for carrosserie businesses. Mirrors carrosserie suisse in representing bodywork firms with industry lobbying, training, and insurance-coordination functions, serving the equivalent French market.

Others

• IFL e.V. (Interessengemeinschaft für Fahrzeugtechnik und Lackierung): German technical interest group that identifies errors in standard damage-calculation systems (Audatex, DAT) and resolves them with OEMs and system providers. carrosserie suisse is a member of IFL; it is an enabling consortium rather than a competitor but a relevant peer for the technical-standards dimension of the work.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xtiktok.com/@carrosserie_suisse
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCmGdjfYA6ZKjSdvWo4V26Sg
• Facebookfacebook.com/carrosserieberufe.metierscarrosserie
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/in/carrosserie-suisse-35588b203
• Instagraminstagram.com/carrosserie_suisse/?hl=de

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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