LS International

What LS International does

LS International SA is a Swiss-headquartered ICT solution provider and a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Zucchetti Group, operating as the international hub of the Lantech Solutions / Longwave system-integration platform. Founded in 2013 and based in Chiasso, the company employs 1-10 staff locally and acts as a value-added distributor, systems integrator, and managed security services provider for enterprise clients across Switzerland, with extended reach into 14+ countries via its parent group.

The company's offering spans six service pillars: Network Computing (routing, switching, wired/wireless LAN), Network Security (firewalling, endpoint protection, strong authentication, anti-DDoS, remote SOC), Cyber Security (WAF, cloud WAF, EASM, VA/PT, Cyber SOC, security awareness), Network Performance (WAN optimization, DPI, traffic management, remote NOC), Cyber Intelligence (OSInt, WebInt, SigInt, mobile/A/V intelligence), and Unified Communication & Collaboration — anchored by Mercury Welcome Center, a multichannel contact center product. The portfolio is built on a multi-vendor technology partner stack that includes Cisco, Fortinet, Palo Alto Networks, Proofpoint, Cisco Meraki, F5, Infoblox, Rapid7, Ericsson, and others, with the company providing integration, implementation, and managed services layered on top.

Revenue is generated through two streams: recurring IT solutions and services revenue (distribution and integration of vendor networking, cybersecurity, and collaboration products) and professional services revenue (implementation, support, and consulting on firewall, mobility, and ASM cloud services). Go-to-market is sales-led and event-driven in the DACH region, targeting Telco & Media, Enterprise (chemical, pharma, fashion, manufacturing), Finance & Assurance, and Gov & Healthcare verticals. No public pricing, revenue figures, or external funding rounds are disclosed.

Name

LS International

Legal name

LS International SA

Website

https://lsinternational.ch

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

LS International SA is a Swiss systems integrator and value-added distributor offering networking, cybersecurity, network performance, and unified communications solutions to enterprise clients in Telco, Finance, Healthcare, and Government verticals across Switzerland and the DACH region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cybersecurity & Network Infrastructure Services

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Computer Facilities Management Services (541513)

SIC

Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370), Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373)

akta.pro primary industry

IT Operations, Event & Incident Management (NOC/SOC-to-ITSM) (BPAEAJAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Security Operations Center (SOC) as a Service (BPAEADAB), Network, Infrastructure & Data Center Integration (BPAEAAAK)

Keywords

• Cybersecurity services
• Network security solutions
• Unified communications
• Network performance monitoring
• Systems integration

Headquarters

HQ city

Chiasso

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. IT Solutions and Services Revenue: Revenue generated from sale, implementation, and support of networking, cybersecurity, network performance, and collaboration technology solutions. Company acts as distributor and system integrator for technology vendor products in Switzerland.
2. Professional Services: Implementation, support, and consulting services for technology solutions including firewall, networking, mobility connectivity, and ASM cloud services.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

LS International is a Swiss-based ICT solution provider and system integrator that distributes, deploys, and supports cybersecurity, network security, network performance, cyber intelligence, and unified communications technologies for enterprise and public-sector clients. It operates as a value-added reseller of third-party vendor products (Cisco, Fortinet, Palo Alto Networks, Proofpoint, F5, Ermes, etc.) and delivers implementation, support, and managed services such as remote SOC/NOC. Its flagship named product is the Mercury Welcome Center, a multichannel contact center integrating video, voice, and data management.

Product overview

LS International is a Swiss-based ICT solution provider and a subsidiary of the Zucchetti Group (Europe's leading software house) and Longwave (Italian system integrator). It operates as a technology distributor, systems integrator, and managed security service provider offering a portfolio of six interconnected service areas: Network Computing (routing, switching, wired/wireless LAN), Network Security (firewalling, endpoint protection, anti-DDoS, remote SOC), Cyber Security (WAF, cloud WAF, EASM, VA/PT, Cyber SOC, security awareness), Network Performance (WAN optimization, DPI, traffic management, remote NOC), Cyber Intelligence (OSInt, WebInt, SigInt, mobile/A/V intelligence), and Unified Communication & Collaboration (Mercury Welcome Center — multichannel contact center with video, voice, and data integration). The Mercury Welcome Center serves as the named core collaboration product, while all other areas represent named service pillars that LS International resells, integrates, and manages for enterprise clients across telecom, finance, healthcare, and government sectors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Mercury Welcome Center A multichannel contact center solution that seamlessly integrates video, voice, and data management for unified customer communications; targeted at enterprise customers seeking integrated contact center capabilities.
• Network Security Services Network security service pillar encompassing firewalling, endpoint protection, strong authentication, anti-DDoS, and remote SOC services to protect enterprise network infrastructure. Targeted at enterprise and public-sector clients needing managed network protection.
• Cyber Security Services Cybersecurity service pillar covering WAF, Cloud WAF, bad bot protection, cloud protection, EASM, vulnerability assessment & penetration testing (VA & PT), security awareness, and Cyber SOC capabilities for enterprise and regulated-industry customers.
• Network Performance Services Network performance service pillar including WAN optimization, Local Traffic Manager (LTM), traffic management, Deep Packet Inspection (DPI), packet brokering, cloud visibility and cost optimization, and remote NOC services for enterprise clients.
• Cyber Intelligence Services Cyber intelligence service pillar delivering OSINT (open-source intelligence), WebInt (web intelligence), SIGINT (signals intelligence), mobile intelligence, and audio/video intelligence capabilities for threat monitoring and situational awareness.
• Network Computing Services Network computing service pillar covering routing & switching and wired & wireless LAN infrastructure solutions for enterprise connectivity and branch networking.
• Unified Communication & Collaboration Services Unified communication and collaboration service pillar encompassing web & video conferencing, audio/video solutions, telepresence, and multi-platform contact center capabilities (including Mercury Welcome Center) for enterprise customers.
• Ermes Browser Security Distribution Distribution and resale of Ermes Browser Security in Switzerland, providing advanced browser-based threat protection that addresses the browser as the primary attack surface (cited as the origin of 90% of modern cyber threats). Targeted at Swiss enterprises seeking modern, context-aware, user-centric protection against web-based threats.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• Ermes Browser SecuritycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 February 2026LS International is the official distributor of Ermes Browser Security in Switzerland. The partnership enables LS International to expand browser security protection offerings, addressing the critical entry point for cyber threats. The browser has become the primary surface for cloud-based productivity and modern cyber threats, with 90% of threats originating from this vector. LS International offers free pilots to visitors at Swiss Cyber Security Days events.
• Zucchetti GroupflagshipOthersLS International is part of the Zucchetti Group, one of the leading European software houses with over 9,500 employees worldwide, of which 2,600 dedicated to R&D. Zucchetti is continuously trusted by businesses globally for the quality of its solutions and services. LS International is a Società del Gruppo Zucchetti (company of the Zucchetti Group).
• LongwavecoreOthersLS International is part of Longwave, the Italian leading system integrator with more than 20 years experience in the ICT market. Longwave srl was founded in Reggio Emilia and Bologna. LS International functions as the international hub for Lantech Solutions and Longwave. Longwave and Lantech Solutions merged within the Zucchetti Group in 2017.
• CiscocoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology partner providing networking infrastructure solutions including routing, switching, and enterprise networking equipment.
• FortinetcoreTechnology or IntegrationSecurity technology partner specializing in firewall solutions, network security, and cybersecurity products. Preferred technology for firewall implementations.
• Palo Alto NetworkscoreTechnology or IntegrationCybersecurity technology partner providing next-generation firewall, cloud security, and endpoint protection solutions.
• ProofpointcoreTechnology or IntegrationCybersecurity technology partner specializing in email protection, data loss prevention, and threat intelligence solutions.
• Cisco MerakicoreTechnology or IntegrationCloud-managed networking technology partner providing wireless, switching, security, and mobile device management solutions. Preferred technology for networking implementations.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights10 records

Direct peers

• AWK Group: Swiss IT services and security consultancy headquartered in Zurich, offering enterprise IT security, integration, and managed services to regulated Swiss clients — closely comparable to LS International's role in the Swiss enterprise market.
• Infoguard AG: Swiss cybersecurity specialist offering penetration testing, SOC, EASM, and managed security services to enterprise and public sector clients — comparable cybersecurity service portfolio and Swiss market focus.
• glueckkanja: Germany-based Cisco Gold Partner and managed services provider focused on networking, security, and collaboration for enterprises — a directly comparable European integrator with similar vendor-led service model.
• Oneconsult AG: Swiss cybersecurity firm specializing in penetration testing, red teaming, and incident response for enterprise and government — overlapping threat intelligence and security services domain with LS International.
• Wortell: Dutch Microsoft and security-focused IT integrator and managed services provider across Benelux and DACH, with comparable enterprise security and UC portfolio.
• Infradata: European network and security integrator and managed service provider with a strong Cisco/Fortinet/Juniper portfolio, operating across DACH and Benelux — directly comparable to LS International's network security and managed services positioning.
• NVISO Security: European cybersecurity services firm headquartered in Belgium, delivering managed detection, response, advisory, and cyber intelligence across regulated industries — overlapping MSSP and intelligence capabilities.

Broad incumbents

• Avanade: Global IT integrator (Accenture/Microsoft joint venture) with European enterprise security and digital transformation practices — comparable enterprise integration and security service model at much larger scale.
• Swisscom: Switzerland's incumbent telecom operator offering enterprise IT, networking, cybersecurity, and managed services to all major Swiss verticals — broad incumbent that competes for the same enterprise security wallet share.
• Orange Cyberdefense: European MSSP arm of Orange Group offering SOC, threat intelligence, and managed security at scale across multiple countries — broader incumbent with overlapping security services targeting similar regulated verticals.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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