The members of the Swiss Chamber of Real Estate Agents (SMK) are cautiously optimistic about the year 2025. 57 per cent of all members in a recent survey expect the property market to move sideways, while 38 per cent even expect the market to expand. Despite the positive mood, the sector remains

The Zurich Innovation Park is progressing to the next stage with the approval of the cantonal design plan for sub-area B. With this basis, the development of a unique research and development site at Dübendorf Airfield will be further

The opening of the "DroneHub" in Empa's NEST research building marks the start of a new era for autonomous robotics. Next-generation drones and robots are being developed here to repair damage to buildings, monitor ecosystems and advance sustainable

Neustark has realised a second plant for the permanent storage of CO2 in demolition concrete in Kirchheim unter Teck near Stuttgart. Construction waste recycler Heinrich Feess GmbH & Co. KG can now mineralise 1000 tonnes of CO2 per

The Swiss PropTech company Optiml has won the PropTech Innovation Challenge 2024. The ETH spin-off impressed the jury with an AI-supported solution for the decarbonisation of buildings. The solution offers scalable, efficient strategies for meeting net-zero targets and sets new standards in

fsp Architekten in Spreitenbach has won first place in the competition for the study contract for the Eichmatt Villmergen project. The jury recommends the Janus project for further development and

Enerdrape wurde für ihr geothermisches Paneel mit der ersten AMAG Sustainability Challenge ausgezeichnet. Die Lösung verwandelt unterirdische Räume in erneuerbare Wärmequellen und spart dabei Bohrungen. Der Preis umfasst 50’000 Franken und ein Jahr Nutzung eines VW

The Hälg Group is taking over Oberhänsli AG Gebäudetechnik, thereby expanding its presence in Toggenburg. The takeover secures the continuation of all jobs and promotes cooperation in the area of air conditioning and

The company conspark is taking part in the Carbon Removal Booster, the first innovation program for CO2 storage in Switzerland. The project aims to clarify CO2 credits in the construction industry and relies on strong partnerships along the value

Following the successful decision for the Kaltbach administration and security centre, the canton and municipality of Schwyz are focusing on the future of the previous administration site at Bahnhofstrasse 15. The aim is to find a subsequent use that promotes the centre and optimally integrates the

Benetics is expanding its digital application for the coordination of construction projects. Construction reports, protocols and measurements can now be created using free voice input. The assistant is based on ChatGPT and can be used in over 30 languages and

The frameless sliding window from swissFineLine has won 1st prize in the Architect's Choice competition. With this award, Callwey Verlag recognises pioneering products from the fields of construction and

Researchers at Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts are looking for ways to increase the number of electric vehicles and machines on urban construction sites. Pilot construction sites in three cities are intended to show the extent to which the switch to a lower-emission construction

Sika has acquired the mortar company Chema in Peru. With this acquisition, Sika is aiming for growth in the dynamic market for mortar products and is creating new opportunities for cross-selling with related products from its

For the first time, the Federal Office for Housing and the Federal Statistical Office have compiled data and information on non-profit housing construction. Non-profit housing construction plays a decisive role in the supply of affordable housing in Switzerland. The brochure "Statistics on

Companies are placing increasingly high and differentiated demands on their office space. Today, the focus is on flexible space concepts that promote communication and collaboration without restricting the opportunity for retreat and concentrated work. High-quality and sustainable solutions in both

The Hausbau Energie trade fair and the Energy Future Days will combine their strengths to form the largest platform for construction, renovation and sustainable energy solutions in Switzerland from 14 to 17 November 2024 at Bernexpo. A highlight is the Thursday as a specialist day for

The construction industry is faced with the urgent task of conserving natural resources and minimising emissions. The 2024 autumn event provided valuable insights into the practical implementation of sustainability

The real estate sector is taking the path of decarbonisation, but implementation remains challenging. A recent survey by the Urban Land Institute (ULI) shows that climate-related risks are increasingly being factored into investment decisions. However, there is often a lack of knowledge, data and

With the laying of the foundation stone for the ALL laboratory building, the Switzerland Innovation Park Basel Area in Allschwil is sending a strong signal for the future of life sciences. The new building, developed by Senn and Herzog & de Meuron, will house the Botnar Institute for Immune

Strabag is supplementing the listed Hirschenbrücke bridge from Lachen to Altendorf with a new bridge for non-motorised traffic. The construction work should be completed by the end of

The Kammgarn site in Schaffhausen will be extensively renovated by 2026. The renovation of the west wing, the construction of an underground car park and the redesign of the Kammgarnhof will create space for events and improve the connection to the

The town of Dietikon has presented the overall revision of the building and zoning regulations (BZO) to the public at a public event. The public is invited to submit written comments and suggestions by 23

The construction company Hächler has built the "Gedankenspeicher" designed by Paul Takács in front of the new district building in Lenzburg. The seven-metre-high object made of 35 tonnes of stone was erected in one

Dimanor adds Leica Geosystems' machine control and construction surveying solutions to its portfolio. This gives customers in the heavy industry from numerous states in Mexico access to the latest construction

Steel system supplier Jansen is investing several million Swiss francs in the expansion of its production site in Oberriet. New production halls and a modern coating facility will increase capacity and strengthen competitiveness. The logistics area is also being comprehensively

The new building for the Winterthur Vocational College creates space for future-oriented training. With innovative architecture and sustainable concepts, the new campus sets standards in education and environmental awareness. By 2027, a modern place of learning will be created that meets both

Bühler has expanded its network in Uzwil with the Grain Innovation Center. Here, customers can develop and test innovative processes for grains and pulses. The modern infrastructure offers detailed monitoring options for food

The Zurich cantonal government has rejected the cantonal housing protection initiative as it considers it to be counterproductive and bureaucratic. Instead, it is focusing on its own measures to promote construction activity and create affordable living space. A planned framework credit upgrade and

Suissetec announces the reopening of its expanded campus in Lostorf. The new building aims to set standards in education and sustainability. An open day will be held on 16