80 Years of Gastroimpuls – Eight Decades Serving the Restaurant Industry

Founded in Lucerne in 1946. Today, a full-service provider for the Swiss foodservice industry. A look back at eight decades of innovation, passion, and long-standing partnerships.

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From Lucerne to all of Switzerland

What began as a regional specialty retailer for catering and hotel supplies is now a well-established full-service provider for professional kitchens, hotels, restaurants, and institutional food service throughout Switzerland. Three generations, one conviction: close ties to the food service industry, a wide product range, and personalized advice.

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The hulu cutlery holder – an invention for the world

1967 entwickelte Bruno Hunkeler den hulu-Besteckbehälter. Eine Eigenentwicklung, die internationale Massstäbe setzte und den Namen Hunkeler weit über die Schweiz hinaus bekannt machte. 1972 und 1980 folgten Lieferungen an die Olympischen Spiele.

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Innovation as a Constant

1984 erschien der erste Fachkatalog für Gastronomie und Hotellerie. 1998 übernahm Bruno Hunkeler das Unternehmen und trieb die Entwicklung neuer Eigenprodukte konsequent voran. 2012 folgte der erste Webshop – ein Meilenstein für die digitale Bestellmöglichkeit unserer Kundschaft.

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Growth Through Strong Partnerships

Strategic acquisitions such as those of Buchecker AG (2008) and Sternegg AG (2012) have specifically strengthened our product range and market presence. With exclusive brands such as Figgjo and Steelite, we now offer products that are highly regarded in the professional foodservice industry worldwide.

:What 80 Years Mean

This anniversary belongs to everyone who has walked this path with us: our customers, suppliers, brand partners, and the entire Gastroimpuls team. Your trust is the foundation on which we build every day.

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