IWB leaves the energy crisis behind in terms of profit
The Basel energy provider IWB increased its revenue by 11 percent to 1,265 million Swiss francs in 2023, setting a new record. Higher revenues from electricity supply in the free…
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Market presence expanded through takeover of a competitor
SFS, a manufacturer based in the St.Gallen-Lake Constance area, has acquired the Madrid-based company Etanco as of May 1, 2024. This acquisition strengthens SFS's market position in Spain and Portugal.…
Test planning for the development of the AEW site in Aarau
In the autumn, AEW Immobilien AG is carrying out a test planning for the development of the AEW site together with the Aarau municipal building authority. The 60-year-old development comprises…
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New concept for the Zurich barracks area
The barracks area in Zurich, an extensive site with an impressive history and central importance, is about to undergo a comprehensive transformation. This development offers a unique opportunity to rethink…
Company secures CHF 3 million for compressed air energy storage system
Green-Y Energy AG has successfully completed a financing round of 3 million Swiss francs, led by Swiss Capital Global Impact Fund AG. The company from Hasle near Burgdorf plans to…
Prices for residential property move in opposite directions
The Swiss Real Estate Offer Index shows a price increase of 1.2 per cent for single-family homes in April compared to the previous month, as reported by the SMG Swiss…
New smart antenna optimises construction processes
Leica Geosystems has introduced the new Leica iCON gps 120 smart antenna to precisely control construction processes and machine movements. The antenna is integrated into the Leica MC 1 machine…
Competition for Zurich district prison decided
The decision in favour of the Berlin team of architects marks a decisive step in the redesign of Zurich District Prison. With the aim of adapting prison operations to contemporary…
Potential for transformation despite development delay in Basel
A new study by the Sotomo research institute, commissioned by the "Basel vorwärts" initiative, shows that Basel is lagging behind other major Swiss cities in terms of housing construction and…
New Lucerne Theatre: Forward-looking operating concept confirmed
In the course of the September 2023 session, the Lucerne Cantonal Council requested an external review of the operating concept for the new Lucerne Theatre. The preliminary evaluation by METRUM…
Wipkingen church becomes an educational space
The Wipkingen church in Zurich is undergoing a transformative conversion and will in future serve as an extended educational space for the neighbouring Waidhalde school complex. An innovative architectural project…
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Zurich’s dynamic step into the circular economy
With its innovative "Circular Zurich" strategy, the City of Zurich is taking decisive steps towards a circular economy in order to promote the sustainable use of resources and minimise environmental…
The Rolf-Liebermann-Weg on the outskirts of Zurich
On the western edge of Zurich's Seebach district, the "Rolf-Liebermann-Weg" project is creating a modern residential estate that combines closeness to nature with urban living. With a selection of 211…
Partnership for a sustainable energy supply in Volketswil
The energy supplier Energie 360° and Vantage Data Centres are planning an energy network in Volketswil ZH based on waste heat utilisation. From the end of 2028, 70 megawatts are…
The “ALTO” construction project
The alto building project at Freihofstrasse 23 in Zurich Altstetten is an architectural highlight: an 80 metre high residential building that combines living space, public areas and green oases in…
A new home for families and creativity in Leutschenbach
The Leutschenbach housing estate, which was built on the former Heineken site in Zurich, marks a significant step in urban development. With 369 flats, public facilities and creative workplaces, it…
Award for sustainable new build in Central Switzerland
The Association of the Timber Industry, Lignum, has awarded the new event hall at Campus Sursee the "Swiss Wood" label. This label identifies wood that has grown in Swiss or…
New partnership in the pipe system market: Brugg Pipes and Rovanco in the USA
Brugg Rohrsystem AG, known as Brugg Pipes, has formed a significant strategic alliance with its US distribution partner Rovanco Piping Systems. The new joint venture will be based in the…