Founded in 1899, CWS is a comprehensive solutions company headquartered in Duisburg, Germany. With approximately 10,600 employees, the firm operates across 16 countries on four continents, providing rental and full-service solutions that address safety, health, and hygiene needs in industries including airports, industrial facilities, and public spaces.
The company's technical domains span hygiene solutions, workwear services, fire safety systems, cleanroom solutions, healthcare solutions, and digitalized service solutions. Its product portfolio includes CWS Hygiene, CWS Workwear, CWS Fire Safety, CWS Cleanrooms, and CWS Healthcare, each tailored to specific industry requirements.
CWS's business model centers on circularity and sustainability, offering rental and full-service solutions designed to reduce environmental impact while ensuring consistent quality and compliance. With over 125 years of operation, the company has established a long-standing presence in its markets.





