Sprüngli opens office in Dubai Airport Free Zone

"The location of the Dubai Airport Free Zone within the Dubai Airport is crucial to the decision of Sprüngli to open at the Free Zone as a complement to their time sensitive business. The example of Sprüngli illustrates the unique selling proposition of Dubai Airport Free Zone as a strategic location for a burgeoning market in the Gulf and Middle East," said Mr. Ibrahim Ahli, Director of Marketing, Dubai Airport Free Zone.

"Our services and facilities are designed to make it easy for multinational companies to do business and reach consumers in the region with minimum hassle,"

he said.

"We are extremely pleased to be in Dubai, and are looking forward to expanding within the GCC," said Ms. Ester Crameri, Managing Director of Sprüngli Middle East.

"We hope to introduce and sell Sprüngli products to discerning customers and companies that are accustomed to the highest quality and who enjoy 'the finer things in life'. The Sprüngli clientele is certainly very discerning and they know exactly what they want. We are particularly interested in companies looking to spoil their clients with an extra special gift,"

she added.

"Sprüngli has shipping agreements with Emirates and Swiss airlines to facilitate speedy delivery of their products from Switzerland to Dubai. There are currently three daily flights from Zurich to Dubai. For the time being, Sprüngli does not have any shop in Dubai yet, but most of their products can be ordered by appointment with their Dubai office. As Sprüngli do not have plans to open any shops in Dubai, all products can be ordered by appointment only. When it comes to quality and ingredients, Sprüngli does not compromise. The company uses the best and freshest ingredients from all over the world, with only natural colorings,"

Milan Prenosil, Chairman of Confiserie Sprüngli explained.

"No representatives are added to prolong the shelf life of the products, as that would compromise the quality, freshness and flavor."

"Sprüngli's interest abroad is to cooperate with carefully selected and exclusive clients such as the Royal families, corporate clients and various select individuals," said Mrs. Crameri. Sprüngli's focus is on providing unique gifts for Eid, anniversaries, and any special occasions for corporate customers in the Middle East as well as catering for big weddings. All Sprüngli chocolates can be personalized to each specific customer's requirements, from customized and elegant packaging to incorporating a company logo or an individual's name on the chocolate design itself.

Established in 1996, the Dubai Airport Free Zone is home to over 1,425 multinational companies from various sectors. With flexible operations processes that meet client demands, the Free Zone makes up a vibrant community of some of the biggest international companies. Companies enjoy 100% tax exemption, 100% ownership rights, and easy access to airport facilities, rapid cargo clearance and availability of cost-effective talent. Leading companies located at the zone include Ferrari, Rolls Royce, Airbus, Pharma Rent, Bauer Equipment USA Inc., Finterra and Cartridge World.