SMG Swiss Marketplace Group is restructuring its real estate management. Daniel Hendel, currently CEO of ImmoScout24 Germany, will take over as head of SMG Real Estate effective February 1, 2027. He succeeds Martin Waeber, who is stepping down from his operational role following the ramp-up phase

Roche is investing 790 million Swiss francs in the future of its Basel headquarters campus. With Building 51 and the modernization of the adjacent Building 50, a new production infrastructure for synthetic active ingredients will be created by the end of 2030. The project aims to more closely

Even today, many property management companies still struggle with inefficient—and in some cases even manual—processes: Either different tools such as ERP systems, email, Excel, and listing platforms are not integrated with one another, leading to disjointed workflows and delays. Or listings,

More than 300 million euros of debt capital is being channelled into the acquisition of a majority stake in MDT technologies. This financing demonstrates the strong confidence investors have in building services technology when products integrate directly with heating, ventilation, lighting control

China is radically tightening the rules on property sales. Since 28 August 2026, pre-sales may only commence once the structural work has been completed, and buyers’ funds and mortgages must remain in escrow accounts. This increases the pressure on private developers and shifts risks further into

Zurich is one of the world’s leading healthtech regions. Right here in Schlieren, a venue has been created that harnesses this strength and actively develops it further: the Healthtechpark

Mobiliar is significantly scaling back its stake in SMG, paving the way for the TX Group to acquire a holding just below the mandatory bid threshold. At the same time, the free float of the operator of major Swiss property portals is increasing, as SMG itself is buying back nearly one million of

Anyone investing in business locations in 2026 is looking for platforms, not square metres. Spaces with a diverse mix of tenants, event facilities, an active community and links to a high-performance hub. In the Limmat Valley, startup space has been fulfilling this role for ten years. Etoy will

Switzerland’s largest battery storage facility is currently in operation in Gurtnellen. Axpo and energieUri have installed two large, adjacent batteries in the Plattischachen industrial park with a combined capacity of 58.4 megawatts. The facility can store excess electricity and feed it back

Zurich, 2026 – SVIT Young Zurich celebrated its tenth anniversary on September 11. What began in 2015 as a workshop for apprentices and young employees has evolved into a well-established platform for fostering young talent, professional development, and networking within Zurich’s real estate

On October 29 and 30, the real estate industry will once again be running for more than just its own fitness. The 12th Global Real Estate Run combines physical activity, team spirit, and the industry’s commitment to being generation-friendly. Anyone who jogs or walks six kilometers turns their

Migros Bank supports property owners throughout the entire life cycle of their

UBS plans to merge its commercial property funds, Swissreal and Interswiss, by the end of 2026. The aim is to create a listed fund comprising around 140 properties and assets totalling 4.8 billion Swiss francs, whilst the final terms of the transaction are not expected to be finalised until

Innovation does not happen by chance. It requires space, proximity and a location that does more than simply set out good intentions. This is precisely where Schlieren comes in. Through the Innovation and Young Entrepreneurs Centre (IJZ), the town provides young firms and existing SMEs with

In 2027, Switzerland will not be traveling to Belgrade with a traditional exhibition. Instead, it aims to get people moving, facilitate encounters, and make the future a shared experience. The Swiss Pavilion is being designed by the Zurich-based creative agency JEFF in collaboration with Bellprat

In construction projects—and thus also in sports and recreational infrastructure projects—the handover process between planners, contractors, and project owners is clearly defined. The focus is on quality, costs, and deadlines. From the perspective of real estate and facility management,

Peach Property Group has reported a significant operational boost for the first half of 2026. Falling vacancy rates, higher like-for-like rents and the largely completed sale of around 2,000 units are stabilising both cash flow and the capital

Mobiliar plans to build up to 1,000 affordable housing units throughout Switzerland in the coming years. The insurer is providing up to 200 million Swiss francs in equity capital for this purpose and is committed to the principle of rent based on

Even today, many property management companies still struggle with inefficient—and in some cases even manual—processes: Either different tools such as ERP systems, email, Excel, and listing platforms are not integrated with one another, leading to disconnects and

At SMG, the change of leadership is already being coordinated with the next change of leadership on the Board of Directors. Christoph Tonini is stepping down as CEO on 31 December 2026, but is set to take over as Chairman of the Board of Directors in April 2027. This means that the group’s

Intershop’s 2026 half-year financial results are mixed. Lower rental income and significantly smaller revaluation gains are weighing on reported profits, while sales and acquisitions are reshaping the portfolio and dampening the annual outlook for net property

With the sale of BuildingMinds to the Zurich-based platform Lookthrough, the AI analysis of institutional real estate portfolios is becoming more integrated. The combined platform is expected to utilize data from more than 100,000 buildings in 64 countries; the transaction is scheduled to close in

SMG’s real estate platforms are setting the pace for the first half of 2026. The division saw revenue rise by 11.5 percent to 88.5 million Swiss francs and achieved an adjusted EBITDA margin of 62.9 percent. At the same time, the marketplace operator is reorganizing its executive

Cement supports cities, bridges, and buildings. At the same time, its production is one of the world’s largest industrial sources of CO₂. The bottleneck lies deep within the combustion process and can hardly be resolved with green electricity alone. A new pilot plant from Holcim Germany now

The attack rarely begins in the server room. It arrives in the inbox as a credible email, comes in the form of a phone call from a purported executive, or is disguised as a modified payment order. Swiss SMEs frequently experience cyber incidents, yet they assess their own risk as surprisingly low.

The global economy is navigating turbulent waters. Trade conflicts, military escalations, and fragile supply chains are putting pressure on companies. Yet in the canton of Zurich, the economy remains remarkably stable. The reason lies deep within the region’s profile and is particularly evident

How ESG-ready is a real estate portfolio, really? A structured assessment across environmental, social, economic, and governance criteria reveals where actions will have the greatest

Just under half of the over-allotment option was exercised following the healthcare property specialist’s stock market debut. Whilst this increases the free float to 28.8 per cent and the placement volume to 238.3 million Swiss francs, it does little to alter the dominant position of the anchor

The major disruption has yet to materialise. According to the latest industry observations, it is not so much the loudest promises of growth that are gaining ground in the PropTech market, but rather solutions that genuinely simplify processes, reduce costs and integrate seamlessly into existing

The summer heat takes its toll on roofs, facades, and workplaces. Indoors, people find it harder to concentrate, energy consumption rises, and the desire for air conditioning grows. But buildings can do more than just combat the heat. They can absorb it, store it, and effectively slow its