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March 8, 2019

Electrolux launches female mentorship initiative Electrolux 100 Women

Electrolux is today launching Electrolux 100 Women, a mentorship initiative that aims to inspire women in their careers by providing them with the opportunity to learn from role models.

February 14, 2019

Stories of Electrolux – The service-call whisperer

Carole Jacheo’s job is to make sure that consumers have such a great service experience that they come back to Electrolux again and again for parts, products and warranties. This is the 10th in a...

December 17, 2018

Stories of Electrolux – Defying expectations in the engineering world

As a department head working in connectivity and technology, Natalia Emelyanova strives to help create a team of both men and women, but in the engineering world that’s not always an easy task....

November 26, 2018

Stories of Electrolux: On-the-job growth, inspiration and opportunities

Manuel Abilleira says there are so many opportunities to explore at Electrolux— whether it’s new products, markets or customers— and experimenting with all the possibilities is always exciting....

October 22, 2018

Stories of Electrolux: Working with great leaders inspires me to become one too

Richelle Barker is passionate about placing her team members in the right roles and inspiring them to do their best, all while making our brands stand out in the Australian market.

October 12, 2018

Electrolux appoints Pernilla Johansson as Head of Design

Pernilla Johansson is appointed the new Head of Design for Electrolux, effective from November 1, 2018. She replaces Lars Erikson who is retiring.

September 17, 2018

Stories of Electrolux – A water revolution that’s securing our greener future

Alberto Chiappinotto is working to reduce our energy and water consumption globally throughout manufacturing and engineering to shape living for the better for Electrolux and also the next...

September 3, 2018

Global Engineer Program – Meet Souha Hmissi

The first batch of engineers in the Electrolux Global Engineer Program (GEP) are currently enjoying their internship at Electrolux. In this third interview, Souha Hmissi explains how her new job is...

August 23, 2018

Global Engineer Program – Meet Devak Asvinkumar Patel

The first batch of interns in the Electrolux Global Engineer Program (GEP) have now joined Electrolux. In this second interview, Devak Asvinkumar Patel explains why he is proud to work for a large...

July 31, 2018

Stories of Electrolux – Four decades of challenges and adventures

One day, Emma Corocher would like to write about all the things she has done in her long career at Electrolux Professional in Pordenone, Italy. But even after 38 years, she’s still too busy...

July 26, 2018

Global Engineer Program – Meet Bianca Frachetta Fernandes

The first batch of interns in the Electrolux Global Engineer Program have now joined Electrolux. Bianca Frachetta Fernandes explains how this experience not only gives her a sense of purpose but also...

June 21, 2018

Stories of Electrolux – Cooking for a better future

Making a difference in people’s everyday lives is all part of the job for Cosimo Scarano. Working with corporate social responsibility, he helps people in Curitiba, Brazil, change their lives for...

May 17, 2018

Stories of Electrolux: A passion for numbers and people

LaRia Cornwell is an accountant who likes to help colleagues achieve their career goals as much as she enjoys balancing the books. This is the third in a series of stories where we spotlight...

April 12, 2018

Stories of Electrolux: From intern to senior industrial designer

Working creatively comes naturally for Davide Benvenuti. He started sketching ideas as a boy and turned that talent into a career designing appliances that help top chefs stay at the top of their...

March 16, 2018

Electrolux welcomes new engineering interns

In 2017, Electrolux launched the Global Engineer Program, an initiative offering internship and career development opportunities at its locations worldwide to a group of young male and female...

March 15, 2018

Stories of Electrolux: Keeping a finger on the pulse of our consumers

In a major multinational company like Electrolux, the spotlight often falls on senior managers and other people with public roles. In a new series of stories, we've instead asked our employees whose...

March 8, 2018

Electrolux promotes female leadership in the workplace

Electrolux is committed to make a positive difference for women in the workplace. Our new target for female leaders is to have 35 percent women in senior-level positions by 2020, in line with the...

February 12, 2018

Employees lead digital transformation at Electrolux

Offering employees a work environment where they can share their feedback and bring their ideas to life is crucial for our ambitions to always improve, be innovative and create best-in-class consumer...

October 11, 2017

International Day of the Girl – Being a female engineer is something to be proud of

Sarah Tempelmann, Technical Project Leader for Electrolux, knew she wanted to be an engineer at the age of 16. In the third in our series of interviews to celebrate International Day of the Girl,...

October 10, 2017

International Day of the Girl – Through design, the world is your playing field

In the second in a series of interviews to celebrate International Day of the Girl on October 11, Electrolux VP Design, Home Care & SDA, Pernilla Johansson gives her top tips on building a career in...

October 9, 2017

International Day of the Girl – Unlock your potential

“Think about what you enjoy the most and then make a profession out of it.” In the first of three interviews to celebrate the UN International Day of the Girl on October 11, Our Talent...

September 14, 2017

Shaping the smart factory

Ernesto Ferrario, Electrolux SVP Global Industrial Operations shares the Electrolux vision of the smart factory, and how it will benefit both customers and the environment.

June 13, 2017

Top tips on being a good leader

Luciana Carrion, Purchasing Manager for Major Appliances in Latin America, was recently recognized with the Electrolux Leadership Award for her exemplary leadership skills.

May 31, 2017

Electrolux Awards – Celebrating exceptional work and people

The Electrolux Awards took place in Stockholm last night, an annual event established to build the spirit and culture of Electrolux by recognizing and celebrating high-performing teams and...

May 30, 2017

Making an impact: New Electrolux CMO shares his plans

Electrolux new Chief Marketing Officer Lars Hygrell, who stepped into his new role earlier this month, talks about what’s first on his agenda, his mission to make marketing more ‘impactful’ and...

May 8, 2017

Developing talent at Electrolux

Pascale Gimenez, our SVP Human Resources & Organization, Major Appliances EMEA shares the company’s approach to developing talent.

February 22, 2017

Electrolux named Top Employer 2017 in four markets

Electrolux has been named Top Employer 2017 in four of its largest markets - the UK, Italy, Spain and France – by the Top Employers Institute which globally certifies excellence in the conditions...

June 25, 2015

Comment to articles in Swedish media about Electrolux President & CEO

With reference to recent speculations in Swedish media, Electrolux has issued the following comment

March 5, 2015

Electrolux strengthens Global Operations function; names Jan Brockmann COO

Electrolux is strengthening its Global Operations function with an expanded setup and new leadership, in a move to drive operational excellence and productivity over the coming decade. Jan Brockmann...

February 23, 2014

Electrolux appoints Lars Erikson as Head of Group Design

Electrolux has appointed Lars Erikson as new Head of Group Design effective immediately. He replaces Stefano Marzano who recently retired, and reports to Jan Brockmann, Chief Technology Officer, on a...

December 20, 2013

Electrolux announces expansion of North American headquarters

Electrolux announced today that the company will expand its North American headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina, the second expansion at this location in three years.

September 5, 2012

Electrolux Annual Report 2011 awarded the second best in the world

For the fifth year in a row Electrolux has placed among the top three best annual reports in the world by ReportWatch. Electrolux Annual Report 2011 rates second best of about 1,500 international...

September 4, 2012

Cooking sessions and product launches at IFA 2012

At IFA 2012 in Berlin the Electrolux top management has proved that it can think up pioneering ideas and whip up a very tasty meal. In Electrolux show kitchen, parts of the management prepared a...

August 22, 2012

Electrolux wins four Awards for Design Excellence in North America

Electrolux has been presented with four prestigious industry awards for product introductions by the Awards for Design Excellence.

July 9, 2012

Electrolux donates air conditioning units to local community

Electrolux has announced a donation of nearly 1,000 air conditioning units to US inhabitants that has been impacted by the unprecedented heat.

June 8, 2012

Driving forward superefficient appliances to create growth

Ministers at the international talks on clean energy in London announced several initiatives to accelerate global progress on the energy efficiency of appliances. Jan Brockmann, Chief Technology...

May 28, 2012

Electrolux brings 90 years of Culinary Expertise to the Film Festival de Cannes

The Electrolux Agora Pavilion hosted the official 2012 Film Festival de Cannes Opening Gala Dinner, the Jury Deliberation Lunches and several other culinary gatherings during the festival.

March 28, 2012

Electrolux named one of the world’s most ethical companies

Electrolux has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies 2012 by the Ethisphere Institute. The annual ranking names 145 companies that surpass their industry peers.

March 15, 2012

Electrolux hosts cooking event with world-renowned chef

David Chang, founder of the momofuku restaurants in New York, has participated in an exclusive cooking event in the Swedish Culinary Team's training facilities at Electrolux HQ in Stockholm. The...

March 6, 2012

Electrolux Libero Line gets top European design label

Electrolux front-cooking range Libero Line receives the prestigious Janus de l’Industrie 2011 label.

February 9, 2012

Bocuse d’Or winner Terje Ness opens top restaurant in Norway

Electrolux Professional teamed up with chef Terje Ness, Bocuse d’Or winner, to create the restaurant Onda in Oslo, Norway.

February 1, 2012

Electrolux named Sector Leader by Sustainable Asset Management

Electrolux has been named Sector Leader, Sector Mover and SAM Gold Class winner in Durable Household Products in the yearly prestigious sustainability assessment by Sustainable Asset Management...

January 10, 2012

Electrolux presents video message from newly appointed Chief Design Officer

Stefano Marzano has been appointed Chief Design Officer, a new role at Electrolux. He will be a member of Group Management and lead all the design related competencies in the Group.

November 11, 2011

Art, innovation and function inspires fridge range in China

The latest offering from Electrolux in China – the Willow range of refrigerators – is a great example of how art, innovation and function can come together in one inspiring product.

November 1, 2011

Gregoire Letort appointed new Chief Purchasing Officer

Gregoire Letort joins Electrolux as Chief Purchasing Officer, succeeding Francois Van Caeyzeele, who left Electrolux to pursue external opportunities.

October 27, 2011

Electrolux and Vac from the Sea awarded by United Nations

Electrolux Vac from the Sea initiative has received an award initiated by the United Nations and the International Public Relations Association. Vac from the Sea also won the corporate communications...

October 20, 2011

Ergorapido Plus Green – environmentally conscious instant cleaning

Electrolux has now developed a Green Range version of Ergorapido, its popular instant cleaner.

October 4, 2011

Electrolux cutest long reach vacuum cleaner in new stylish colors

Now it is time for a color update of the popular Electrolux Ergospace vacuum cleaner.

September 22, 2011

Electrolux Annual Report 2010 awarded third best in the world

Electrolux Annual Report 2010 is called a “top-notch reporting appliance” and rates it third best of 1,500 international annual reports. This is the fourth year in a row Electrolux has placed...

August 17, 2011

Electrolux Design Lab 2011 Jury Announced

Award winning architects and designers to judge eight global finalists at Room Home Intelligence, Business Design Centre, London, 7th September.

August 10, 2011

Alex Perry and Electrolux search for Australia’s finest fashion talent

In Australia, Electrolux is launching a nationwide search to find the most talented fashion designers. The winner will receive a paid apprenticeship with the Australian fashion designer Alex Perry.

June 10, 2011

TED lecture about the magic washing machine

In a vivid TED lecture, the renowned Swedish medical doctor Hans Rosling has claimed the washing machine to be the greatest invention of the industrial revolution.

May 29, 2011

Both environmental and PR awards to Electrolux Vac from the Sea project

Electrolux and the Vac from the Sea project has been awarded the "Keep Norway Clean" organization's Gullklypa, an annual prize awarded to a company or an organization that has shown outstanding...

April 12, 2011

Electrolux sets footprint in gastronomy world with trend seminar

A hundred chefs, gastronomy writers and food bloggers recently visited a trend seminar in the Swedish Culinary Team's training kitchen at Electrolux HQ in Stockholm. The seminar featured the French...

February 9, 2011

Electrolux announces theme for 2011 Design Lab: Intelligent mobility

Electrolux Design Lab 2011 invites industrial design students and recent graduates of industrial design to compete for a six-month paid internship and prize money by submitting ideas that consider...

January 14, 2011

Electrolux executive takes part in call for binding energy savings target

Enderson Guimarães, Head of Electrolux Major Appliances Europe, is one of the executives of household appliance companies to sign an open letter to political leaders in the European Union, urging...

January 1, 2011

Keith McLoughlin new President & CEO of Electrolux

On January 1 2011, Keith McLoughlin succeeded Hans Stråberg as President and CEO of Electrolux.

December 13, 2010

Electrolux Vac from the Sea takes home five prestigious European PR awards

Electrolux Vac from the Sea campaign is the winner of five European PR Awards: Two European Excellence Awards and three Eurobest Awards.

December 1, 2010

Electrolux celebrates 80 years on Stockholm Stock Exchange

To commemorate the Electrolux 80-year listing on the Stockholm Stock Exchange, Hans Stråberg, President and CEO of Electrolux, together with Marcus Wallenberg, Chairman of Electrolux, and Lars...

November 11, 2010

Jonas Samuelson named CFO of the Year 2010 in Sweden

Jonas Samuelson, Chief Financial Officer of Electrolux, has been named CFO of the Year 2010 by Affärsvärlden, one of Sweden’s leading business weeklies.

November 4, 2010

Electrolux sustainability leader in Durable Household Products industry according to 2010 Dow Jones Sustainability Index

In the review of the prestigious Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World) announced today, Electrolux is named Durable Household Products industry leader.

July 23, 2010

Electrolux featured in Taschen’s “Product Design in the Sustainable Era” book

Several Electrolux and AEG-Electrolux products as well as Electrolux Design Lab concept products are showcased in 12 pages of Taschen’s "Product Design in the Sustainable Era" book, that was...

July 21, 2010

Electrolux CEO honored medal in 2010 International Business Awards

Hans Stråberg, President and CEO of Electrolux, has earned a Distinguished Honoree medal in Executive of the Year in Europe in The 2010 International Business Awards.

May 12, 2010

Electrolux is named “global superstar” by Forbes Magazine

Electrolux has been named one of 130 Global High Performers and named in the top 5 companies in consumer durables by internationally renowned Forbes Magazine.

May 12, 2010

Hans Stråberg of Electrolux named "Influencer of the Year"

Hans Stråberg, President and CEO of Electrolux, has been named “Influencer of the Year” in Sweden.

September 2, 2009

Incentives for energy-efficient refrigerators in the hot seat

Electrolux CEO Hans Stråberg challenged policy-makers to introduce consumer incentives for exchanging outdated, energy-thirsty appliances in an op-ed piece in Dagens Industri , Sweden’s leading...

July 28, 2009

Electrolux endorses Caring for Climate

Together with leading companies worldwide, Electrolux is taking part in a joint business call for action to make markets work for the climate.

November 6, 2007

Electrolux and AIESEC – Four years of a successful partnership

Electrolux began its global cooperation with AIESEC, the world's largest student organization, just four years ago. Since that time, Electrolux has hosted nearly 100 interns for a mutually beneficial...