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In 1993, ASCO Kohlensäure AG donated a fountain to the town of Romanshorn – a delicate water feature reminiscent of dandelion seeds that has stood in the lake park near the harbor basin ever since. What is now considered an integral part of the townscape has a special history that extends far beyond Switzerland's borders.
The fountain is an almost exact replica of the famous Ferrier Fountain, which was erected in 1972 at the Town Hall complex in Christchurch, New Zealand. ASCO founder Thomas Trachsel had the structure replicated as a sign of the bond between ASCO in Switzerland and its New Zealand location. It was intended to symbolize the partnership between the two countries and the international spirit of the company.
Since its inauguration, the fountain has been maintained by the town of Romanshorn and is a popular spot for locals and visitors, especially in the summer months. Its twin on the other side of the world still stands in Christchurch today – two structures that symbolize ASCO's values: consistency, cosmopolitanism, and the ability to build bridges across continents.
What began as a gesture of friendship has long since become a symbol of the company's history – and remains a reminder that innovation and solidarity have always gone hand in hand at ASCO.
