Way back in 1731 Peter Henckels had the idea to register the ZWILLING trademark with the Cutlerās Guild of Solingen, Germany. A brilliant idea, in our opinion. Because that makes ZWILLING one of the oldest brands in the world today. And Germans are well known for their love of traditions. So thanks for that.
THE PAST PREPARED US FOR THE FUTURE
Imagine looking back on a brand history of 290 years, in which you absolutely want everyone to participate. But at the same time you are a modern, future-oriented company, where everything revolves around future cooking trends and technologies. Both parts are very important. So we'd like to tell you about both parts separately, but let's start from scratch.
1731
On June 13th, Peter Henckels not only registers his new company, but also ZWILLING as a trademark. This makes ZWILLING one of the oldest brands in the world.
1818
ZWILLING opens its first sales outlet in Berlin.
1851
ZWILLING is awarded a prize at the World Fair in London.
1855
ZWILLING is presented with the highest award at the World Fair in Paris.
1883
Opening of the New York branch by Graef & Schmidt.
1893
ZWILLING wins the only medal awarded at the World Fair in Chicago.
1909
The first subsidiary is opened in the USA.
1938
ZWILLING is granted the patent for the "KĆ¼chenhilfe" range of scissors. Extremely robust, they are still included in ourĀ product range today.Ā And we are proud to say that they areĀ one of the most widely copied scissors worldwide.
1939
ZWILLING applies for the patent for the ice-hardening process. Ice-hardened FRIODURĀ® blades have extremely good cutting edge retention, are flexible, ultra-corrosion-resistant and really cool. Sorry for the pun ā we just couldnāt resist.
1970
Wilh. Werhahn KG becomes the sole shareholder.
1976
Development of the ****FOUR STAR knives ā ZWILLING's best-selling chef's knife range with an iconic design that hasnāt changed in over 40 years. Thatās what we call truly timeless.
1995
Establishment of the joint venture in China. The start of an incomparable success story that made ZWILLING one of the most desired premium brands in China.
2005
Opening of the first ZWILLING concept store in Paris.
2008
Acquisition of the French cookware manufacturer STAUB. Its leading product ranges are cast-iron enamel cookware and ceramics.
2011
ZWILLING Care launchesĀ an extraordinary initiative for people with disabilities in the southern Indian town of Pondicherry. Young Indians with disabilities are helped to learn a trade and lead independent lives.
2015
Acquisition of the Italian brand BALLARINI ā one of the leading brands for nonstick cookware.
2018
Opening of the first ZWILLING Culinary World flagship store at Taikoo Hui Mall in Shanghai.
2020
ZWILLING enters new business fields with EnfinigyĀ® for electrics and Fresh & SaveĀ® for new vacuum based storage systems.
2021
Acquisition of the majority of shares of the German leading BBQ retailer Santos-Grills GmbH and FlammkraftĀ® a luxury brand for gas grills made in Germany.
MEET THE FAMILY
ZWILLING was a family business from day one. And we are proud of the fact that this family grew bigger and bigger over the years. Today several brands are members of the ZWILLING Group. And millions of people around the globe who are using ZWILLING tools are part of the family, too.
Find your perfect knife
We've grown from a cutlery forge in Solingen to a worldwide company with a wide range of products for your modern-living kitchen. And we are sure: the best is yet to come
