The Haus des Holzes in Sursee sets new standards in timber construction. It combines sustainable materials, digital planning and modular construction in one building. It is an exemplary combination of ecological responsibility and technological innovation and opens up new perspectives for the

Tanja Zimmermann is the first woman to head the Board of Trustees of the Technopark Zurich Foundation. The Empa Director has extensive experience in research, innovation and technology transfer and wants to play an active role in shaping the future of the

The Schwamendingen motorway enclosure and the new overland park mark a milestone in urban development. The successful covering of the motorway has succeeded in banishing noise, creating green space and sustainably upgrading the neighbourhood. The project is an example of future-orientated

How can municipalities strategically develop business-friendly areas? The third "Location and business development in municipalities" forum in Lucerne presented practical approaches, tools and examples of best practice. Around 60 participants discussed ways to actively develop land for existing

CERUNIQ has certified 121 companies in the ceramics industry with the Platinium quality label. The industry association's label stands for the high quality and professionalism of the companies' work. Nine of the award-winning companies are based in the canton of

Researcher Anja Mödl from the Institute for Snow and Avalanche Research (SLF) has investigated how snow-covered terrain reflects sunlight near Davos. Her findings should make photovoltaic systems more efficient. Optimally positioned systems can also use light from opposite

The Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Testing and Research and Frauenfeld's public utility company, Thurplus, have presented the city's energy prospects for 2050. The conclusion is that a net-zero solution with district heating and heating replacement would be

Axpo has broken ground for the construction of a solar plant in the municipality of Tujetsch. The solar power is to be fed into the SBB railway power grid. Axpo wants to gain valuable insights into solar energy in challenging

Almost 38,000 companies relocated within Switzerland in 2024. In the cantonal competition, Valais recorded the largest net increase in companies, followed by Appenzell Ausserrhoden and Fribourg. Zurich, Vaud and Lucerne lost the most, according to a survey by CRIF

The Zurich University of Applied Sciences (HWZ) has appointed a new head of the Real Estate Management - Major Digital & AI continuing education programme: Mario Facchinetti takes over from Peter Staub, who has played a key role in shaping the programme and digital education in the real estate

Revizto has released an improved version of its collaboration platform for the architecture, engineering, construction and operations industries. It is designed to offer greater efficiency, coordination and better problem management in

Terraviva ag is celebrating the inauguration of its new premises in Kerzers with an open day. The association of organic vegetable producers will be providing insights into processes and

In the first quarter of 2025, residential property prices across Switzerland rose by 0.7 per cent compared to the previous quarter. The year-on-year increase was 4.1 per cent. This is the result of surveys conducted by the Federal Statistical

The Wellness Hotel Stoos has modernized the water technology in its Wellness & Spa. The control system and chlorine dosing system were installed by partner Aqua

Schindler increased revenue and profits in local currencies in the first quarter of 2025. The margin on operating profit also increased year-on-year. For the year as a whole, the global elevator manufacturer is aiming for single-digit revenue growth in local

The FORUM UZH will have a lasting impact on the University of Zurich and the university area. As UZH's largest single construction project, it will be a state-of-the-art education and research centre with space for around 6,000 people. The building brings together various faculties, creates space

Frutiger successfully participated in the Bauma trade fair in Munich. At the world's leading trade fair for the construction industry, the MobyDick One tire washing system in particular aroused the public's interest. Solutions for dust control were also

After three years of construction, the Klanghaus on Lake Schwendi will open in May 2025. The visionary timber construction combines music, landscape and society and brings new impetus to

The planned cantonal housing protection initiative in Zurich could substantially change the business model of institutional investors. An early risk analysis creates clarity and room for

A Europe-wide field study by ETH Zurich reveals significant differences in the efficiency of heat pumps. Many systems do not run optimally - often due to incorrect settings. Digital control systems should provide a

Cyber attacks have long been a global phenomenon. The new report from the Federal Office for Cyber Security highlights the international dimension of the threat situation and shows how Switzerland is responding with a new reporting

With the Strategic Grid 2040, Swissgrid is setting the course for a secure, efficient and climate-friendly electricity supply in Switzerland. Central projects are intended to make the transmission grid fit for the energy

Acquiring mandates and positioning in the desired region are key success factors in the real estate industry - even in times of advancing digitalization, when visibility and proximity are still crucial for successful collaboration. This is precisely where SMG Real Estate's Visibility service comes

Switzerland is one of the most attractive countries in the world in terms of taxation. Thanks to moderate corporate and income taxes, low VAT and stable framework conditions, it attracts companies and skilled workers alike.

The energy transition places high demands on the Swiss electricity grid. The expansion of renewable energies such as photovoltaics and wind power not only requires more grid capacity, but also intelligent control systems. Researchers at ETH Zurich are developing innovative solutions to make the

Solothurn Weitblick is a forward-looking urban quarter that harmoniously combines living, working and recreation. The area in the west of the city offers a unique opportunity to redesign urban life and shape Solothurn's development in the long term. Forward-looking planning will create attractive

BRUGG Pipes AG has laid a district heating pipeline in Vaduz Castle in Liechtenstein. The particular logistical challenge is laying the pipe system on steep

PriceHubble is expanding its offering with three specialized artificial intelligence (AI) agents. Companion, Copilot and Analyst are designed to help financial and real estate professionals improve customer loyalty and increase

AVIA VOLT buys Plug N'Roll from Repower AG. The service provider for electromobility expands by 2345 charging points in Switzerland. In future, Plug'N Roll customers will benefit from a Europe-wide network with over 850,000 charging

Holcim kept its sales stable year-on-year at around CHF 5.5 billion in the first quarter of 2025. Recurring operating profit increased by 1.7 percent in local currencies. The Zug-based building materials group is sticking to its targets for