Südzucker AG (SZU)

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https://www.suedzuckergroup.com

Südzucker AG is a German-based multinational corporation and the parent company of the Südzucker Group, recognized as the world's largest sugar producer, processing around 4.8 million tonnes annually from beet sugar. Founded in 1926 through the merger of southern German sugar factories and headquartered in Mannheim, it leads an integrated group spanning five key segments: sugar, special products, CropEnergies, starch, and fruit. The company transforms agricultural raw materials like sugar beets, wheat, and fruits into high-quality products, including sugar varieties for households and industry (such as crystal sugar, glucose syrups, and organic options), functional ingredients, ethanol, animal feed, frozen pizzas, fruit preparations, and juice concentrates. Operating over 90 production facilities primarily in Europe—with global reach in fruit—Südzucker emphasizes business-to-business sales to food, beverage, feed, and energy sectors, while select end-consumer items target retail and food service markets. Committed to sustainability, resource-efficient technologies, and full raw material utilization, it supports rural economies and innovation through platforms like theBarn, fostering plant-based solutions for nutrition, energy, and beyond. Employing over 19,000 people, Südzucker AG upholds guiding principles of reliability, integrity, and environmental responsibility.