Inter IKEA Group is the group of companies that connects IKEA franchisees with range development and suppliers, and aligns the overall IKEA strategic direction. All to create a better everyday life for the many people. The Group includes Inter IKEA Systems B.V. – the worldwide IKEA franchisor – as well as range development, supply and certain industry activities.

Our business in brief

Inter IKEA Holding B.V. is the holding company of the Inter IKEA Group, which includes Range, Supply and Retail Concept, supported by enabling functions. These businesses work together with franchisees and suppliers to co-create an even better IKEA offer and franchise system. Inter IKEA Group aims to provide the best possible conditions for implementing and operating the IKEA Concept, and to create a strong platform for growth.

Retail Concept

Retail Concept, part of Inter IKEA Systems B.V. continuously develops the IKEA Concept and ensures its successful implementation in new and existing markets. Inter IKEA Systems B.V. is the IKEA franchisor and owner of the IKEA Brand.

In order to be able to deliver the total franchise offer to the franchisees, Inter IKEA Systems B.V. has assigned certain tasks to other legal entities through agreements.

Range

Range includes IKEA of Sweden AB and its subsidiaries. Inter IKEA Systems B.V. assigns IKEA of Sweden AB to maintain, improve and develop the IKEA product offer (including home furnishings and food) according to the IKEA Concept Framework.

Supply

Supply includes IKEA Supply AG, IKEA Industry AB and their subsidiaries. Inter IKEA Systems B.V. assigns IKEA Supply AG to source, supply, sell and distribute IKEA products according to the IKEA Concept Framework. IKEA Industry AB, a strategic IKEA manufacturer owned by Inter IKEA Group, is closely integrated with Core Business Supply.

Other functions

Apart from the companies mentioned above, there are several other subsidiaries directly owned by Inter IKEA Holding B.V. One of them is IKEA Älmhult AB which owns and operates properties (e.g., IKEA Hotel and IKEA Museum) and provides certain intra-group services in Sweden.

To support the businesses, Inter IKEA Group includes enabling functions for Sustainability, Corporate communication, People & Culture, Finance & Navigation, Risk & Compliance and Legal & Governance.

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