Relocating with Children to Switzerland

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Dia dhuit! Packimpex Ireland

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3 tips for creating your Relocation Policy – and why you need to start working on it today

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Key benefits of using a relocation provider

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Relocating with Children to Switzerland

Are you considering moving to Switzerland with young children? If so, you’re probably wondering if Switzerland is a good place to raise a family. While yes, this country is every expat’s dream as it has low crime rates and great standards of education and healthcare, when relocating to Switzerland with children, you will likely encounter […]

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Dia dhuit! Packimpex Ireland

[Bern, Switzerland – October 2022]: Packimpex is excited to announce the launch of our operations in Ireland. Our newest office in Dublin will be led by experienced industry colleague David Gilmartin, GMS MIM. Packimpex now provides destination and immigration services, furniture rental and corporate housing across seven European countries: Belgium, Germany, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, […]

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3 tips for creating your Relocation Policy – and why you need to start working on it today

As the competition between employers to hire top talent heats up, it’s more important than ever to offer candidates and existing employees’ clear benefits. A corporate relocation policy will go a long way in helping your organisation attract talent, avoid non-compliance issues, enrich your company culture and underpin transparency of workplace policies. As a leading […]

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Key benefits of using a relocation provider

Why use a relocation provider? Relocating global talent sounds fairly simple on paper: sign the contract, buy them a plane ticket, maybe solve some immigration issues and provide support with moving and housing, then sit back and look forward for what they have to bring to your company. But if you’re a Global Mobility professional […]

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7 reasons why Packimpex is a trusted relocation provider

What does it take to be a trusted relocation provider in today’s fully digital world? If you ask seasoned relocation experts, they’ll say it’s all about empathy. But there’s a growing voice in our industry advocating a fully digital experience. After all, the entire world has undergone an unprecedented digital transformation. Our stance is for […]

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How Packimpex became a leading European relocation company (and what this means for you)

    More than 40 years ago, Packimpex was a small European household goods moving company based in Switzerland. Today, we’re a relocation services provider active in five European countries and serving clients from around the world. Our European expansion began a number of years ago and our partners have already started to see major […]

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Sustainability in the relocation industry

6 tried and tested strategies from Packimpex Sustainability in the relocation industry is a tall order. Learn how Packimpex managed to stay carbon-neutral since 2011 and what we plan to do next. 2021 was the ‘make it or break it year’ for climate action. Thus far, however, the outlook is grim. After massive floods, devastating […]

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Could you save money by amending your mobility policy?

There’s a way to achieve cost savings, be environmentally friendly and reduce transferee stress Many countries have noticed a shortage of goods, ranging from microchips to empty virtual shelves at Amazon. Pricing goods has become a nightmare and a reason for this is freight rates have sky rocketed on a global level. When you add […]

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Meet your Local Hero: your expert on international relocation and expat settling in

    Switzerland remains an economic engine and an innovation hub, despite the pandemic. Swiss unemployment is low, and career opportunities are countless. What is the Swiss recipe for success? Two of the most decisive ones are the country’s location at the heart of Europe and its capacity for innovation. How can Swiss companies remain […]

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CO2 neutral since 2011: Packimpex environmental achievements

    Being green in the relocation industry is no easy task. The vast majority of relocation providers have been slow to react to this decade old issue. Gradually and at a glacial pace we see companies announcing their shift towards CO2 neutrality, with goals as far away as 10-20 years. As the first relocation […]

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Legal and compliance requirements in Global Mobility: how to stay on top

Keep international business projects moving forward by putting compliance requirements at the top of your list of priorities. This is what you need to know. What does relocation compliance mean? Compliance and legal obligations in relocations abroad refer to the legal requirements for the employee and their assignment in a host country. Requirements can include […]

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Digital relocation solutions with a human touch: the Packimpex approach

Imagine you can handle your entire relocation from the US to Switzerland yourself using online tools and apps. Jennifer did this. She organised her move on her own from the US to Switzerland, using an app to book and plan her move, Swiss property websites to find potential properties to rent, and review sites to […]