Wawel (company) facts for kids
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| Public | |
| Traded as | WSE: WWL sWIG80 Component |
| Industry | confectionery |
| Founded | 1951 |
| Headquarters |
Kraków
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Dobczyce production |
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Key people
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Dariusz Orłowski (CEO) |
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Number of employees
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869 (2015) |
Wawel is a famous Polish company that makes delicious sweets! They create many kinds of chocolates, crispy wafers, chocolate bars, and other yummy snacks. Wawel is a very well-known candy brand all over Poland.
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The Story of Wawel Sweets
Wawel started a long time ago, in 1951. It began as a company owned by the government.
Becoming a Private Company
In 1992, Wawel became a private company. This means it was no longer owned by the government. Then, in 1998, Wawel's shares could be bought and sold on the Warsaw Stock Exchange. This is like a big marketplace where people can buy small parts of a company.
Moving to a New Factory
For many years, Wawel made its sweets in three old factories in a city called Kraków. But in 2006, they moved all their production to a brand new, modern factory in Dobczyce. This new factory helps them make even more delicious treats!
Who Owns Wawel Now?
Since 2007, a company from Germany called Hosta International has owned more than half of Wawel's shares. This means they are a big owner of the company.
Popular Wawel Treats
Wawel makes many popular sweets that people love. Here are some of their most famous products:
- Danusia: A tasty chocolate bar.
- Malaga, Tiki Taki, and Kasztanki: These are different kinds of chocolates.
- Raczki, Kukułki, and Fresh & Fruity: These are popular candies.
- Mieszanka Krakowska: A special box filled with various chocolates.
See also
- Economy of Poland
- E. Wedel
- List of confectionery brands
