Stable system operation is essential for the success of the energy transition. In the future, renewable power sources and storage systems will have to take on grid-forming properties. Fraunhofer ISE's new test procedure provides clarity in the market and accelerates the development of

KONE is now rolling out its new remote service in Switzerland, Germany and Austria. This should enable passengers in its lifts to be freed digitally and remotely and repairs to be carried out in less than 60 seconds if

Exnaton is supporting SAP with its software solutions for energy sharing in setting up the SAP Energy Community in the SAP Energy Park. In future, the Zurich-based start-up will promote onboarding and engagement, the operation of energy trading and

Implenia has won contracts for large and sophisticated buildings in five German federal states. The total order volume amounts to more than 200 million

The population of Zofingen will have 5000 fibre optic connections by the end of 2025. By the end of 2026, there should be 8000. StWZ Energie, Swiss Fibre Net, Salt and Sunrise are working together to provide services from various

Limmatstadt AG wants to be the driving force behind regional development. This was confirmed by the regional location promotion organisation at its Annual General Meeting at the Kurtheater Baden. Roger Bachmann, the mayor of Dietikon, was newly elected to the Board of

The Swiss export industry generates more than a quarter of total value added, but serious tariffs and global uncertainties are calling the tried-and-tested model into question. It is time for a clear national industrial strategy that focuses on resilience, competitiveness and

The Zurich-based communications agency GRIP has taken over PR support for placeB, a self-storage provider. PlaceB AG offers the rental of storage space via app, and GRIP would like to focus on the data-based approach in the

Designwerk has achieved a charging capacity of over 1 megawatt for electric lorries in a demonstration test during fast charging. The test under real conditions clears a hurdle for the successful long-distance use of the

Swiss and Neustark have entered into a multi-year partnership to reduce CO2 emissions. The technology developed by the ClimateTech start-up aims to permanently mineralise carbon from aviation by

Suter Inox AG announces its market entry in Germany. In September, the family-run company will be showcasing its high-quality stainless steel fixtures at the Küchenmeile trade fair in Löhne and at the nearby BORA flagship store in

After 65 years in Kriens, Herzog-Elmiger AG has moved to its new headquarters in Obernau. The inauguration of the new site on 23 and 24 August 2025 also marked the 120th anniversary of the family-run timber trading

Swiss Prime Site Solutions (SPSS) is planning to list the SPSS Investment Fund Commercial on the SIX Swiss Exchange. With implementation planned by the end of 2025, this should strengthen the company's market presence and open up access for new

The Swiss Marketplace Group (SMG), operator of platforms such as Homegate, ImmoScout24 and Ricardo, is preparing the largest IPO in Switzerland in recent years. The joint venture between TX Group, Ringier, Mobiliar and General Atlantic is currently valued at around CHF 4.5 billion and wants to take

CREABETON and the Dietiker start-up Oxara are launching a new series of low-CO2 paving stones. The stones are made with the cement-free binder Oulesse developed by Oxara. They are available in the standard form, water-permeable and as grass

Naef has launched a program to train real estate professionals. The Naef Académie is a six-month in-house training program that combines practical work with theoretical modules led by

The shortage of skilled workers remains the biggest challenge for Swiss SMEs. In addition to competition from large companies and the state, the increased bargaining power of employees is increasing the pressure. More flexible working models are becoming key in the competition for

The jury of the Red Dot Award has honoured LO Summit from Lista Office LO with the prestigious design prize. They praised the versatility, elegance and intelligent design of the modular desks and conference tables as well as their sophisticated accessories and formal

Basel-based HIAG reported an increase in net profit of 23.3 per cent to CHF 44.6 million in the first half of 2025. Real estate income rose to CHF 39.3 million and the overall portfolio was revalued by CHF 26.6

The Swiss private equity company Limestone Capital has acquired 30 per cent of the shares in Nokken, a British provider of ecological hotel cabins. Nokken is using the investment for international market expansion in Europe, the USA and

Schindler R.I.S.E, a robotic installation system for lifts, has been installed in the new Shaw Tower in Singapore. Schindler's installation system reduces manual labour and improves safety and overall efficiency on the construction

Smartconext AG and LUUCY AG from Schlieren have entered into a strategic partnership. The integration of smartconext data into LUUCY's up-to-date construction project platform makes information available at an earlier

Naef has launched a programme to train real estate professionals. The Naef Académie is a six-month in-house training programme that combines practical work with theoretical modules led by

The real estate company Colliers Switzerland has let all the office space in the property at Wartstrasse 2 on behalf of the previous tenant. The tenants are an ophthalmological practice, an architecture firm and a language school. The offices were offered in shell

In future, Energy Vault will handle project planning, construction, commissioning and service contracts via the new subsidiary Asset Vault. This is to receive an investment of USD 300 million from an infrastructure fund and place all orders with Energy

Mobimo Holding AG significantly increased its operating result and profit year-on-year in the first half of 2025. Growth was driven by the development and sales business. Rental income remained constant

Sika was able to increase global sales in local currencies in the first half of 2025. At the same time, the speciality chemicals group gained market share in all regions. The operating result was negatively impacted by the weak

Location promotion: The interface between administration and the real estate

City com baden is handing over operational management to TourismusRegion Baden AG. The association of tradespeople and retailers in the city of Baden wants to make better use of the increasing overlap in urban development, marketing and business

JuCoin, the service-oriented cryptocurrency exchange founded in Singapore, is setting a significant milestone in its global expansion strategy: its new European headquarters is being built in Baar, in the heart of Crypto Valley. With an area of 8,000 square meters, the location is set to become the