Swiss Army Implements Cost-Cutting Measures with Uniform Changes

Military to save CHF55 million over decade by limiting dress uniform distribution for representational purposes only

Swiss Army will only provide dress uniform 'Tenü A' for representational purposes
The army aims to reduce personnel costs by up to 3% by 2030
No layoffs are planned; reductions will occur through natural retirements

CHF 55 million

Expected savings over 10 years from uniform changes

CHF 5.2 million

Annual cost of new and replacement dress uniforms

CHF 210 million

Maximum targeted personnel cost savings by 2030

"The army wants to use the saved funds to expand its defence capabilities"
— Swiss defence ministry

Swiss Army Announces Major Uniform Policy Change

Swiss Army will only provide dress uniform 'Tenü A' for representational purposes
The army aims to reduce personnel costs by up to 3% by 2030
No layoffs are planned; reductions will occur through natural retirements

CHF 55 million

Expected savings over 10 years from uniform changes

CHF 5.2 million

Annual cost of new and replacement dress uniforms

CHF 210 million

Maximum targeted personnel cost savings by 2030

"The army wants to use the saved funds to expand its defence capabilities"
— Swiss defence ministry