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Complete renovation of the Zug cantonal school

The cantonal school in Zug is undergoing a comprehensive renovation, during which the structural and spatial design will be adapted to meet future needs. With a clear focus on sustainability…

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Cham-Hünenberg bypass

Die Umfahrung Cham–Hünenberg ist eine Schlüsselmassnahme im Rahmen der kantonalen Verkehrsstrategie Zug. Durch den Abbau des Durchgangsverkehrs in Cham und Hünenberg wird nicht nur die Lebensqualität der Anwohner verbessert, sondern…

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Central Switzerland’s economy remains confident

Despite global uncertainties, the economy in Central Switzerland remains confident. According to the "Financial Monitor Central Switzerland 2025", almost two thirds of companies rate their situation as good. However, a…

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Government council shortens deadlines in the building permit procedure?

The processing time for planning applications in the canton of Zurich is to be reduced from four to three months. To this end, the cantonal government is planning to amend…

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BusinessInternational

Direct investment as a driver of growth

Switzerland is one of the leading countries of origin and destination for direct investment. This strengthens the competitiveness of the economy and brings technological innovations and capital into the country.…

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Company from Rapperswil BE wins prestigious business award

Gasser Ceramic has been awarded this year's Prix SVC Espace Mittelland 2025. Platit and Schwob followed in second and third place. Megasol Energie and Olwo were honoured with a diploma.

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Bernapark strengthens support for SMEs

The Centre for Innovation and Digitalisation (ZID) is transforming from a source of inspiration for early-stage start-ups to a facilitator for SMEs and start-ups. The focus is on artificial intelligence,…

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Canton of Lucerne plans investments in living and business location

The canton of Lucerne assumes that the OECD minimum taxation will make the location less attractive. It wants to counteract this with 300 million francs annually from 2026. The investments…

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Rosengarten tunnel and Casino bridge in Brugg to be renovated

The Aargau cantonal council has approved a loan of CHF 13.6 million for the renovation of the Rosengarten tunnel and the Casino bridge in Brugg. After the renovation, both structures…

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Opportunities and challenges of Bilateral III

The newly negotiated Bilateral Agreements III were at the centre of a controversial discussion at the University of Zurich. Politicians, economists and academics discussed the impact of the agreement and…

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Espace MittellandConstruction

Your opinion counts! – Creating living space together

Under the leadership of Federal Councillor Guy Parmelin, representatives of the cantons, cities and municipalities as well as the construction and property industry and civil society have agreed on over…

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ConstructionEastern Switzerland

Engineering solutions for the protection of habitats in the Alps

The Alpine region faces enormous challenges from natural hazards. Civil engineers at the Institute of Construction in the Alps are developing innovative solutions to protect settlements and infrastructure in the…

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ConstructionRegions

Stricter rules against squatting

The National Council has passed an amendment to the law by a clear majority that is intended to give property owners more room for manoeuvre in the fight against squatters.…

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SustainabilityZurich

Reuse of components

The real estate industry faces the challenge of reducing its material intensity and the associated grey energy. The reuse of building components offers a promising solution that has already been…

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EnergySustainabilityEastern Switzerland

Thurgau bank opts for solar energy in Arbon

Thurgauer Kantonalbank has installed a new photovoltaic system on the roof of its branch in Arbon. At 500 square metres, it is the largest in the bank's operations and is…

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New investor for window and door manufacturer

Nuavo has become the majority shareholder in the Jura-based door and window manufacturer Domofen. This is the company's first investment to provide capital and expertise in partnership with a group…

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ConstructionMobilityEastern Switzerland

Renovation of Grütstrasse in Gossau for greater safety and noise protection

STRABAG starts extensive road renovation in Gossau ZH. Grütstrasse will be given new carriageways, a modern infrastructure and greater safety for road users. Civil engineering work will also be carried…

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Berner Kantonalbank focusses on climate-friendly mortgages

The Berner Kantonalbank (BEKB) supports sustainable renovation with mortgages at preferential conditions. To this end, BEKB has teamed up with the Bernese online platform myky. The mortgages are based on…

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