A new partnership between ABB Robotics and the US company Cosmic Buildings is bringing movement to housing construction. Mobile, AI-powered microfactories will be used to build homes in disaster areas three times faster, safer and more cost-effectively. The approach could fundamentally change the

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 Baden Cantonal Hospital is using the Greenpower crane as a world first for renovation work in the decommissioned old building. According to manufacturer rollende Werkstatt Kran AG, it is the first tower crane that can generate electricity using energy recovery. This reduces the energy

Bieri Tenta AG has installed a new awning at the Solothurn outdoor pool. The awning is a mechanically tensioned membrane roof designed to provide permanent shade for the

Prices for owner-occupied homes in the canton of Zurich are currently 4 per cent higher than in the previous year. These are the findings of an analysis by Zürcher Kantonalbank (ZKB). In view of the excess demand, the experts at ZKB expect prices on the property market to continue to rise in the

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

Migros Bank supports property owners throughout the entire life cycle of their properties - with foresight, expertise and a strong partner network. The modular advisory approach combines financing, analysis and strategy into a holistic

The Swiss real estate market remains on an upward trend. Both single-family homes and condominiums increased significantly in value in the first half of 2025. The price trend accelerated in the second quarter in particular. Driven by high demand and a persistently low interest rate

A wooden masterpiece towers over the festival grounds at the 2025 Swiss Wrestling and Alpine Festival (ESAF) in Mollis GL. The 21-metre-high, 36-metre-long and almost 10-metre-wide Muni "Max" weighs 182 tons. Made from 437 prefabricated elements, it is the largest symbolic project of the Swiss

On August 1, 2025, numerous legal changes came into force in Switzerland, affecting work, safety, education, the environment and aviation. Here is an overview of the most important changes, from cyber security to bans on cell phones in schools and new rules in residential

Wooden flooring manufacturer Bauwerk turns 90, having developed from an adhesive manufacturer into an international specialist in the wooden flooring industry. More than 60 per cent of its floor coverings are produced at its headquarters in the canton of

Shoppi Tivoli Management AG is now called Tivoli Real Estate Management AG. The change of name follows the aim of strategic further development as a property service provider. The first project is the Tivoli Garden with 445 flats for more than 1000

The amount of wood harvested in Switzerland has decreased for the second year in a row, particularly in private forests and in logs and trunk wood. In contrast, the assortment of wood chips continued to grow. Overall, the financial situation of forestry operations

Together with the company de Cavis, Empa researchers have developed a groundbreaking innovation in the field of sound absorption. The new mineral sound absorbers are not only significantly thinner than conventional materials, but can also be specifically designed for different frequency ranges.

Photovoltaic systems with an output of 1.8 gigawatts were installed in Switzerland in 2024. This was 10 per cent more than in the previous year. At the end of 2024, a total of 8.2 gigawatts were installed. The industry association Swissolar expects this to generate 14 per cent of electricity in

The Green Spin construction project in Winterthur has started with the dismantling of the former Stewi headquarters in Winterthur-Grüze with a focus on recycling. The fully sustainable service building was initiated and planned by Felix Partner Architektur

The flooring manufacturer Tarkett has developed a recyclable linoleum collection. The recently launched Lino Materiale series is made from cork, is low-noise and easy to

Single-family homes were 0.8 per cent more expensive in June than in the previous month. Prices for condominiums rose by 0.2 per cent in the same period. Demand is being fuelled by lower financing costs. This is shown by the current ImmoScout24 purchase

With a clear vision and direct dialogue with tenants, the project manager is driving forward the transformation of the Landolt site in Näfels - with space for innovation, sustainable use and new impetus for business, work and

Serial construction promises speed, cost benefits and CO₂ savings, key answers to the housing shortage. Although the technology has long since matured, the process is still making slow progress in Germany. What are the causes? An analysis of progress, system hurdles and cultural

The canton of Zurich is planning a comprehensive development offensive in the Kloten area. The Glattalbahn railway is to be extended, a new main cycle link built and flood protection on the Altbach river strengthened at a cost of around CHF 543 million - with a significant financial contribution

With innovations at the interface of technology, sustainability and digitalisation, Swiss start-ups are increasingly gaining international recognition. Whether in rankings, competitions or global accelerator programmes, young companies from Switzerland are generating momentum and securing

The construction industry is under massive pressure to change. Digitalisation, scarcity of resources, climate targets and a shortage of skilled workers require a new way of thinking. Research is increasingly taking centre stage as the key to efficiency, sustainability and competitiveness. Austrian

The canton of Ticino will continue to be one of the most innovative regions in Europe in 2025. Thanks to strong research institutions, a high rate of innovation among SMEs and targeted cantonal funding, the region ranks among the leaders both in Europe and nationally, just behind

A TU Vienna spin-off is revolutionising construction with wood. Using an intelligent grid system, complex 3D shapes can be constructed from flat wooden elements. This not only opens up new architectural possibilities, but also sustainable, efficient construction methods using regional

Aircraft manufacturer Pilatus wants to comprehensively modernise its headquarters in Stans. The new buildings are designed with energy efficiency and sustainability in mind and the site is not to be extended. The population of Stans will be able to decide on the land use planning on 26

The Cultural Dispatch 2025-28 marks a milestone for building culture in Switzerland. For the first time, sustainability is defined as an independent field of action and the importance of high-quality living spaces is recognised. Organisations from the building culture sector welcome the clear

The Möbeliareal area between Kirchweg South and Abläschstrasse in Glarus is set to remain a vibrant part of the cantonal capital. Since its acquisition by möbeliareal ag in 2016, a gradual transformation process has been underway that deliberately references the site's industrial

As total contractor, ERNE AG Bauunternehmung is realising a new triple sports hall for the Dorf primary school in Sissach. Work has been in full swing since the start of construction in April