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Cross-border commuter boom in Geneva – growth and housing shortage

The Lake Geneva region is seeing a marked increase in cross-border commuters, reflecting the dynamic labour market but also exacerbating the existing housing shortage. A recent analysis by the Office…

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BID Equity takes over Zurich-based company

The Hamburg-based software company BID Equity is acquiring Zurich-based Realview AG, a provider of modern software solutions for construction project management. Together, they plan to build a leading software group…

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ConstructionProjectsZurich

Company wins second contract for Rogfast tunnel project

The construction company Implenia, together with its partner Stangeland Maskin, has won a second contract in the Rogfast tunnel project. The 8.8-kilometer-long E02 Kvitsøy tunnel will be built under the…

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Inauguration of a photovoltaic system at Limeco

The Limmattal regional utility Limeco has inaugurated a photovoltaic system with 624 solar panels on the roof of the wastewater treatment plant. This generates 252,000 kilowatt-hours of green electricity, primarily…

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First use of CPC concrete slabs in building construction

The Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW) is using CPC concrete panels in high-rise construction for the first time. These innovative carbon-reinforced concrete panels significantly reduce the carbon footprint and…

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Career prospects in Swiss timber construction

The timber construction industry plays a central role in Switzerland in the field of sustainable construction and energy-efficient building refurbishment. As an environmentally friendly and climate-neutral construction technology, it contributes…

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Application deadline extended until the end of June

The Real Estate Award is the most important award in the Swiss construction and real estate industry. Companies in the Swiss construction and real estate industry had until the end…

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Women in timber construction

The world of work is changing, not least due to the generational shift. Traditional job and role models in timber construction are being broken down. The Holz-Bau Plus industry event…

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BusinessConstruction

Mortgage reference interest rate stable at 1.75 per cent

The mortgage reference interest rate for tenancies in Switzerland remains at 1.75 per cent. This constancy influences the rent structure and offers stability for tenants and landlords.

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Professionalisation of the management of residential and commercial properties

Wincasa is setting up two different business units for the management of commercial and residential property. In addition, physical contact points are planned throughout Switzerland to support tenants. Both tenants…

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New standards in property management

The leading property service provider is restructuring its management with an innovative target operating model in order to better meet the needs of tenants, owners and employees. By the end…

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Efficient work contract review with AI

By using artificial intelligence, the Swiss Association of Master Builders enables its members to check work contracts quickly, cost-effectively and easily. This new service reduces legal risks and creates transparency…

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Federal Council amends four key ordinances in the renovation and recycling process

On 31 May 2024, the Swiss Federal Council approved significant amendments to four important environmental ordinances in order to strengthen environmental protection and improve the efficiency of remediation and recycling…

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Price increase for holiday flats in the Alps

Prices for holiday flats in the Alpine region in the first quarter of 2024 are around 4 per cent higher than in the previous year. Verbier VS tops the list…

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Load-bearing capacity and usability of timber buildings

Thanks to findings from research and development as well as many years of experience in timber construction, the fire protection authorities have been able to remove many restrictions for timber…

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A natural way to a higher quality of living

Cosiness, indoor air quality and protection from external influences are the three pillars of living quality. The natural properties of wood support various aspects of living quality. Solid wood can…

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Competition launched to promote circular solutions in building construction

The Innovation Booster Circular Building Industry invites Swiss companies, non-profit organisations and research groups to submit their radical ideas for circular building solutions for the interior of buildings. They are…

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Partnership for the development of sustainable earth building materials

ERNE AG and Oxara AG have agreed to collaborate on the development of sustainable clay-based building materials. The goal is to set a new standard for sustainability in the Swiss…

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