Henniez

What Henniez does

Henniez is a Swiss manufacturer of natural mineral water and flavored beverages, founded in 1905 and headquartered in Henniez, canton of Vaud. The company operates as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Nestlé Waters (acquired in 2008) under the legal entity Sources Minérales HENNIEZ SA. Its core product is natural mineral water drawn from the Sillon d'Henniez underground aquifer on the 120-hectare Domaine d'Henniez, where water filters for 7–10 years through rock layers before collection at a constant temperature of 9–11.5°C and consistent mineralization. Production is concentrated at a single integrated bottling plant in Henniez village, modernized through a CHF 25 million H2Orizon investment in 2018 and powered for over 80% by renewable energy from Switzerland's largest adjacent agricultural biogas plant (operated with Groupe E Greenwatt).

The portfolio spans glass bottles (Natural/Blue, Light/Green, Sparkling/Red) targeted at the Swiss HORECA channel, PET bottles (33cl–150cl) for retail, Sportscap sport-bottle formats for on-the-go and children's hydration, and flavored extensions including HENNIEZ 0 (zero sugar/sweetener/calorie sparkling), HENNIEZ Drop of Nature (still flavored, 100% natural ingredients), and HENNIEZ+ functional beverages with added magnesium or calcium. Since 2020, all 50cl PET bottles use 100% recycled PET. Henniez generates revenue primarily through one-time product sales distributed across Swiss retail and HORECA channels, with no disclosed pricing or subscription model. Marketing is anchored in national and regional event sponsorship (Montreux Jazz, Paléo Nyon, Athletissima, Omega European Masters, Basel Tattoo, KNIE Circus, HC Fribourg-Gottéron, Lausanne-Sport), complemented by social, PR, and content initiatives.

The company positions itself as an emblematic Swiss terroir brand, certified VAUD+ in 2025 and pursuing AWS Water Stewardship initial certification. The ECO-BROYE environmental program coordinates with local farmers, foresters, and authorities to protect the spring catchment. Operations remain Switzerland-only, with the brand targeting Swiss consumers (general public, athletes, children, health-conscious individuals) and the Swiss hospitality sector.

Name

Henniez

Legal name

Sources Minérales HENNIEZ SA

Website

https://henniez.ch

Company type

Private

Founded year

1905

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Henniez is a Swiss manufacturer of natural mineral water and flavored beverages, founded in 1905 and owned by Nestlé Waters. It sources water from a protected spring in Vaud and distributes through Swiss retail and HORECA channels domestically.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Bottled Mineral Water

NAICS

Bottled Water Manufacturing (312112)

SIC

Bottled & Canned Soft Drinks & Carbonated Waters (2086)

akta.pro primary industry

Mineral Water Bottling (Naturally Mineral) (AFAFACAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Sparkling/Carbonated Bottled Water Production (AFAFACAE)

Keywords

• Bottled mineral water
• Flavored beverages
• Natural spring water
• Swiss beverages
• HORECA water service

Headquarters

HQ city

Vaud

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Personnel

Revenue model

1. Natural Mineral Water Sales: Henniez generates revenue primarily from the production and sale of natural mineral water across multiple formats: glass bottles (in Natural/Blue, Light/Green, and Sparkling/Red varieties), PET plastic bottles (33cl to 150cl), and Sportscap sport-bottles. The brand has been operating since 1905 and is widely recognized as the Swiss mineral water par excellence, deeply embedded in Swiss gastronomy.
2. Flavored Beverage Sales: Sales of flavored beverages including HENNIEZ 0 (sugar-free, sweetener-free, calorie-free sparkling flavored drink in 50cl PET), HENNIEZ Drop of Nature (still flavored drink with 100% natural ingredients in 50cl PET), and HENNIEZ+ functional beverages with added nutrients.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Henniez manufactures and markets natural mineral water sourced from the Sillon d'Henniez spring at its protected Domaine in the Vaud canton of Switzerland, bottled in glass and PET formats across still, lightly sparkling, and sparkling varieties. The company also produces a range of flavored beverages (HENNIEZ 0, HENNIEZ Drop of Nature, HENNIEZ+) and functional sport-cap bottles sold across Swiss retail and HORECA channels under the Nestlé Waters umbrella.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• HENNIEZ Verre: Glass bottled mineral water available in Naturelle (still), Légère (lightly sparkling), and Pétillante (sparkling) varieties
• HENNIEZ PET
• HENNIEZ 0
• HENNIEZ Sportscap
• HENNIEZ Drop of Nature

Products and services

• HENNIEZ Verre (Glass Bottled Mineral Water) Glass-bottled natural mineral water from the Sillon d'Henniez spring, available in still, lightly sparkling, and sparkling varieties in 33cl to 100cl formats. Designed for HORECA table service and premium at-home consumption across Switzerland.
• HENNIEZ PET (Plastic Bottled Mineral Water) Plastic-bottled natural mineral water from the Sillon d'Henniez spring, available in still, light, and sparkling varieties in 33cl to 150cl formats. The 50cl bottles are produced with 100% recycled PET (rPET) made in Switzerland. Distributed through Swiss retail and supermarket chains for consumer purchase and on-the-go consumption.
• HENNIEZ 0 (Zero-Calorie Flavored Sparkling Drink) Sugar-free, sweetener-free, calorie-free sparkling flavored beverage with natural flavors, sold in 50cl PET format. Targeted at consumers seeking flavored refreshment without sugar or artificial sweeteners.
• HENNIEZ Drop of Nature Still flavored beverage made with 100% natural ingredients in fruit and superfruit flavors, sold in 50cl PET format. Targeted at consumers seeking natural-ingredient flavored refreshment.
• HENNIEZ + (Functional Beverage with Added Nutrients) Functional flavored drink enriched with added nutrients such as magnesium or calcium, positioned for health-conscious consumers seeking functional wellness benefits from their beverages.
• HENNIEZ Sportscap (Sport-Cap Bottled Water) Natural mineral water in sport-cap bottles designed for easy, no-spill drinking during activities and on-the-go hydration. Available in 33cl (children's version) and 75cl (adult version) formats, with the original 50cl also retained.

Quantifiable outcome

• Biogas plant produces 6.8 GWh electricity and 8 GWh heat annually, enabling over 80% renewable energy in bottling operations
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Nestlé WaterscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2008In 2008, HENNIEZ integrated into Nestlé Waters following the acquisition of Sources Minérales HENNIEZ SA by the Nestlé group. Nestlé Waters invests in HENNIEZ's operations, including the H2Orizon modernization project of CHF 25 million in 2018 for bottling facility upgrades.
• Groupe E GreenwattcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGroupe E Greenwatt built and operates the agricultural biogas plant adjacent to the HENNIEZ bottling plant. The plant converts 30,000 tonnes of manure and Nespresso coffee grounds into renewable energy (6.8 GWh electricity and 8 GWh heat annually), supplying over 80% of the bottling plant's energy needs and saving over 3,000 tonnes of CO₂ per year.
• Local Farmers (ECO-BROYE Program)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal farmers in the Broye region collaborate with HENNIEZ through the ECO-BROYE program, respecting precise protection zones and prohibitions on pesticides around the Domaine d'Henniez, contributing to responsible water resource management.
• Montreux NoëlminorGTM or Marketing PartnerHENNIEZ sponsors Montreux Noël, one of the largest and most beautiful Christmas markets in Switzerland.
• AthletissimaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerHENNIEZ sponsors Athletissima, described as one of the finest athletics events.
• Montreux Jazz FestivalminorGTM or Marketing PartnerHENNIEZ sponsors the Montreux Jazz Festival, one of Switzerland's most prestigious music festivals.
• Paléo Festival NyonminorGTM or Marketing PartnerHENNIEZ sponsors the Paléo Festival Nyon, the largest open-air festival in Switzerland.
• Omega European Masters (Golf)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerHENNIEZ sponsors the Omega European Masters golf tournament held at Crans-Montana, one of the most prestigious European golf competitions.
• HC Fribourg-GottéronminorGTM or Marketing PartnerHENNIEZ sponsors HC Fribourg-Gottéron, a Swiss ice hockey club founded in 1937, competing in the National League.
• Lausanne-SportminorGTM or Marketing PartnerHENNIEZ sponsors Lausanne-Sport football club, founded in 1896, competing in the Swiss Super League.
• Basel TattoominorGTM or Marketing PartnerHENNIEZ sponsors the Basel Tattoo, a military music festival presenting top formations from around the world.
• KNIE CircusminorGTM or Marketing PartnerHENNIEZ sponsors KNIE, the largest circus in Switzerland, also known for its associated zoo.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Valser: Swiss natural mineral water brand (sourced from St. Peter, Graubünden), historically distributed by Coca-Cola HBC Switzerland. Directly comparable as a domestically-sourced Swiss mineral water competing for the same HORECA and retail shelves.
• Aqua Panna: Italian still natural mineral water owned by Nestlé Waters. Comparable as a premium still water with strong HORECA/gastronomy positioning, sibling brand under Nestlé Waters, sold in glass for fine dining.
• Evian: French natural mineral water brand owned by Danone, sourced from the French Alps. Comparable as a premium natural mineral water with similar source-protection narrative, glass/PET portfolio, and HORECA/retail distribution.
• Vittel: French natural mineral water brand owned by Nestlé Waters. Comparable as a sibling brand under the same parent, distributed in similar retail and HORECA channels across Europe with multiple gazéification variants.
• Perrier: Iconic French sparkling natural mineral water brand, also part of Nestlé Waters (sibling brand under Henniez's parent). Comparable on sparkling mineral water positioning, glass format strategy, and HORECA presence.
• Contrex: French natural mineral water brand owned by Nestlé Waters with high mineral content positioning. Comparable as a sibling Nestlé Waters brand with health/functional positioning and similar PET/glass portfolio.
• Volvic: Danone-owned natural mineral water sourced from the Auvergne region of France. Comparable as a mass-market natural mineral water with flavored extensions, sold across European retail and foodservice channels.
• San Pellegrino: Italian sparkling natural mineral water owned by Nestlé Waters. Comparable as a premium sparkling water with strong HORECA/gastronomy positioning, glass bottle heritage, and sibling ownership by Nestlé Waters.
• Gerolsteiner: Germany's leading natural mineral water brand, owned by Gerolsteiner Brunnen. Comparable as a regionally-dominant European mineral water with strong source-protection narrative, mineral content claims, and HORECA penetration.
• Badoit: French sparkling natural mineral water brand owned by Nestlé Waters. Comparable as a sibling brand specializing in sparkling water with gastronomy/HORECA positioning, similar to Henniez's sparkling variants.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/HenniezSwitzerland
• Facebookfacebook.com/henniez.ch
• Instagraminstagram.com/henniez_ch
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/sources-minerales-henniez-sa

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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