What we do
Our initiatives, such as the Bottle Weight Accord and the Global Reference Framework, drive real progress and innovation with measurable impacts.
We unite wine businesses to tackle shared issues, build an evidence base for action, save money, and create meaningful change. With over 130 members spanning the entire wine value chain—from growers and producers to retailers, standards owners, packaging suppliers, academics, and more—SWR is leading the way in fostering collaboration and catalysing change in the wine sector.
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Governance
Members
In 2021, 50 pioneering Founding Members with a significant commitment to sustainability laid the groundwork for the SWR. Today, our diverse membership has grown to include over 130 wine businesses, academic institutions, and NGOs.
Our members represent a true cross-section of the global wine industry, spanning the entire wine value chain, emphasizing our comprehensive and global reach.
Discover our membershipBoard of Directors
The SWR Board of Directors provides strategic leadership and oversight to ensure the organisation’s mission is fulfilled.
Comprised of key members of our team with deep expertise in the wine industry, the board plays a critical role in guiding SWR’s strategic decision-making, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing resources, and protecting the interests of our members. Additionally, the board oversees the SWR’s financial performance, ensuring sustainability in both our mission and operations.
Leadership commitee
The Leadership Committee is responsible for ensuring the SWR delivers against its Mission, Purpose and Objectives and providing oversight on the governance, financial budget, and delivery of strategy.
SWR Ambassadors
We are delighted to partner with key individuals and representatives who bring deep knowledge in critical and emerging areas. These expert advisors are invited to contribute when relevant issues arise.