Business in Russia
Mazda (Japan)
Brands: Mazda
European Manufacturing: No European presence.
Estimated nr. of European Jobs: ~650+
Privacy Concerns: Moderate. In May 2025, Mazda resumed deliveries of select models to Russia through its partners.
Arçelik
Employees: Around 30,000
Known for: Affordable and reliable washing machines, dishwashers, refrigerators under brands like Beko and Grundig.
Website: https://www.arcelikglobal.com
Gorenje
Employees: Around 11,000
Known for: Stylish washing machines, dishwashers, refrigerators; combining design with functionality.
Website: https://www.gorenje.com
Smeg
Employees: About 4,000
Known for: Stylish retro-designed refrigerators, ovens, dishwashers, known for aesthetics and performance.
Website: https://www.smeg.com
Ecco
Known for: Danish brand known for premium leather shoes with a focus on comfort and durability.
Employees: ~21,000 globally
Manufacturing: Designed in Denmark, produced in own factories (incl. Portugal, Slovakia, Thailand)
Controversy: Chose to stay in Russia after 2022 invasion, leading to loss of Danish royal warrant and public backlash.
Clarins
Known for: Premium skincare, Double Serum
Employees: ~8,000
Manufactured in: France
Controversies: Presence in Russia - selling online, operations ongoing