The urban planner OSRI is supporting the municipality of Hünenberg in the implementation of two development plans. In addition to the implementation of the municipality's development plans, a local protection zone is to be

Construction work on the Biel/Bienne campus began with the laying of the foundation stone on 6 May. the new education and research centre of the Bern University of Applied Sciences is due to be completed in 2028. The federal government, canton and a private partner are investing CHF 400 million in

The cantonal school in Ausserschwyz, located in the centre of Nuolen, will undergo an impressive transformation as a result of the preliminary project. The historic buildings will be renovated and complemented by a modern new building. This new building will include a gymnasium, ancillary rooms and

The Kammgarn area in Schaffhausen will be extensively renovated and further developed by 2026 to create a modern, cultural and educational district. The renovation of the west wing, the construction of an underground car park and the redesign of the Kammgarnhof will create new spaces for

The Schwamendingen motorway enclosure and the new overland park mark a milestone in urban development. The successful covering of the motorway has succeeded in banishing noise, creating green space and sustainably upgrading the neighbourhood. The project is an example of future-orientated

How can municipalities strategically develop business-friendly areas? The third "Location and business development in municipalities" forum in Lucerne presented practical approaches, tools and examples of best practice. Around 60 participants discussed ways to actively develop land for existing

CERUNIQ has certified 121 companies in the ceramics industry with the Platinium quality label. The industry association's label stands for the high quality and professionalism of the companies' work. Nine of the award-winning companies are based in the canton of

Researcher Anja Mödl from the Institute for Snow and Avalanche Research (SLF) has investigated how snow-covered terrain reflects sunlight near Davos. Her findings should make photovoltaic systems more efficient. Optimally positioned systems can also use light from opposite

The Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Testing and Research and Frauenfeld's public utility company, Thurplus, have presented the city's energy prospects for 2050. The conclusion is that a net-zero solution with district heating and heating replacement would be

Almost 38,000 companies relocated within Switzerland in 2024. In the cantonal competition, Valais recorded the largest net increase in companies, followed by Appenzell Ausserrhoden and Fribourg. Zurich, Vaud and Lucerne lost the most, according to a survey by CRIF

The Wellness Hotel Stoos has modernized the water technology in its Wellness & Spa. The control system and chlorine dosing system were installed by partner Aqua

Schindler increased revenue and profits in local currencies in the first quarter of 2025. The margin on operating profit also increased year-on-year. For the year as a whole, the global elevator manufacturer is aiming for single-digit revenue growth in local

The FORUM UZH will have a lasting impact on the University of Zurich and the university area. As UZH's largest single construction project, it will be a state-of-the-art education and research centre with space for around 6,000 people. The building brings together various faculties, creates space

Frutiger successfully participated in the Bauma trade fair in Munich. At the world's leading trade fair for the construction industry, the MobyDick One tire washing system in particular aroused the public's interest. Solutions for dust control were also

After three years of construction, the Klanghaus on Lake Schwendi will open in May 2025. The visionary timber construction combines music, landscape and society and brings new impetus to

The planned cantonal housing protection initiative in Zurich could substantially change the business model of institutional investors. An early risk analysis creates clarity and room for

A Europe-wide field study by ETH Zurich reveals significant differences in the efficiency of heat pumps. Many systems do not run optimally - often due to incorrect settings. Digital control systems should provide a

Cyber attacks have long been a global phenomenon. The new report from the Federal Office for Cyber Security highlights the international dimension of the threat situation and shows how Switzerland is responding with a new reporting

With the Strategic Grid 2040, Swissgrid is setting the course for a secure, efficient and climate-friendly electricity supply in Switzerland. Central projects are intended to make the transmission grid fit for the energy

Acquiring mandates and positioning in the desired region are key success factors in the real estate industry - even in times of advancing digitalization, when visibility and proximity are still crucial for successful collaboration. This is precisely where SMG Real Estate's Visibility service comes

BRUGG Pipes AG has laid a district heating pipeline in Vaduz Castle in Liechtenstein. The particular logistical challenge is laying the pipe system on steep

PriceHubble is expanding its offering with three specialized artificial intelligence (AI) agents. Companion, Copilot and Analyst are designed to help financial and real estate professionals improve customer loyalty and increase

AVIA VOLT buys Plug N'Roll from Repower AG. The service provider for electromobility expands by 2345 charging points in Switzerland. In future, Plug'N Roll customers will benefit from a Europe-wide network with over 850,000 charging

Holcim kept its sales stable year-on-year at around CHF 5.5 billion in the first quarter of 2025. Recurring operating profit increased by 1.7 percent in local currencies. The Zug-based building materials group is sticking to its targets for

Venturelab and Swiss Prime Site have selected start-ups with solutions for the real estate industry in the 25th Start-up Accelerator program. Four out of 70 applicants were invited to participate in the

Zurich Airport wants to complete its photovoltaic system with solar fences. By expanding its use of renewable energy, the airport aims to reduce its own emissions and achieve its net-zero target by

Freiburg's economy is defying global uncertainties with stable development, growing innovative strength and a strategic focus on key sectors such as life sciences, the bioeconomy and digital

The construction industry is opening up new dimensions with autonomous flying robots. In future, drones could process building materials in hard-to-reach areas with precision, flexibility and scalability. An innovation with great potential for disaster prevention, repairs and the urban development

At the 76th Planners' Meeting in Rapperswil-Jona, 150 students from Germany, Austria and Switzerland networked to develop new approaches to sustainable mobility and integrated urban

Urban green spaces not only have a relaxing effect in the short term, but also reduce the physical and mental stress of the urban population in the long term. A decisive factor for the future of healthy