Société Suisse des Explosifs

Based in Gamsen near Brig, the Société Suisse des Explosifs (SSE) is an industrial group that produces explosives for civilians and pyrotechnics, as well as being a specialist in chemical production through its company Valsynthèse. SSE is the leading supplier of explosives and mining accessories in Switzerland, and is one of the world leaders in the production of pentrite and detonating cord. Its expertise is widely recognised in international markets. The SSE group currently employs more than 500 people across seven countries.