Aargau and Thurgau gain in importance for Zurich companies
Most companies that move away from the canton of Zurich settle in neighbouring cantons. Aargau and Thurgau are an increasingly popular destination for industrial, construction and logistics companies relocating from Zurich. Fintech companies favour Zug and
New cooperation between SVIT Zurich and “immobilienjobs.ch”
The new job platform "immobilienjobs.ch", together with SVIT Zurich, is giving new impetus to the property market. This strategic partnership aims to offer long-term benefits to both companies and jobseekers in a dynamic sector such as the property
Silas Schneider takes over operational management
At the end of 2024, the operational management of Abacus Business Solutions AG will be handed over to new leadership. Marcel Kupferschmied, the long-time CEO, will pass his role to Silas Schneider. Despite the leadership change, Kupferschmied will remain with ABS and will continue to contribute his
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 of May to submit their projects for this year's edition of the Real Estate Award. This deadline has now been extended
Focus on sustainability: company achieves Gold status
The construction and property company Implenia AG has further improved its sustainability rating from EcoVadis and has maintained its Gold status. EcoVadis evaluates companies worldwide according to the aspects of environment, labour & human rights, ethics and sustainable
Further development of the YOND Campus on the Albis site
The Albis site, with its future-orientated use by production companies and creative industries, is about to be expanded. The new YOND.02/03 buildings and the renovation of the historic YOND.04 buildings will create a future-orientated campus that combines flexible working space and a lively sense
New investor for sustainable construction start-ups
The newly founded investment company buildify.earth, initiated by Switzerland Innovation Park Central in collaboration with private investors and Zuger Kantonalbank, focuses on promoting start-ups that specialise in the circular economy and CO2 reduction in the construction
Ground-breaking ceremony for Bern’s first PlusEnergy neighbourhood
Following an extensive development phase, today's ground-breaking ceremony symbolically marked the start of construction for the high-quality and sustainable Aarerain residential estate in Ittigen-Worblaufen. Handover to the investor is expected to take place at the end of
Markus von Gunten joins the management of the Admicasa Group
The Admicasa Group, known for its holistic consulting approach in the areas of construction, capital and pensions, is adding a key figure in the construction industry to its Executive Board. Markus von Gunten, a renowned figure with four decades of experience in the property sector, is joining the
Escalator company receives top score in global environmental rating
KONE is being recognized for its commitment to sustainability and environmental protection. The recognition by the Carbon Disclosure Project and Corporate Knights underscores the company's leading role in promoting a more environmentally conscious
New Head of Property Development at Swiss Life: Fabian Linke
Fabian Linke will take on the position of Head of Real Estate Business Development in Switzerland starting April 2, 2024. In this role, he will be responsible for the expansion and further development of real estate activities in the investment business for third-party clients in
Winners of the Bern Upcycling Challenge have been chosen
Scrimber, mymyio and Second Life Recharger have won the first Bern Upcycling Challenge. With this competition, the Department of Economics at Bern University of Applied Sciences and the Berner Kantonalbank development fund aim to give a boost to practical and recyclable business
Basel Area a magnet for life sciences and start-ups
In 2023, the Basel Area economic region once again demonstrated high attractiveness for foreign companies and startups, with a remarkable number of 34 new establishments, predominantly in the life sciences sector. Additionally, Basel Area Business & Innovation recorded nearly a record high with 86
Clara Millard Dereudre proposed as new member of the SBB Board of Directors
The Board of Directors of SBB will propose Clara Millard Dereudre as a new member of the Board of Directors at the Annual General Meeting on 24 April 2024. She will replace Alexandra Post, who is not standing for re-election due to the term limit. The Federal Council approved this proposal
Tourist milestone in Graubünden
Andermatt Swiss Alps AG is planning to further boost tourism in the Andermatt-Sedrun region with the construction of a new resort in Dieni/Sedrun. The plan is to build a modern holiday centre with 13 buildings and a total of 1,800 beds in various categories, including direct access to the ski
Wingtra’s mapping drones support the French construction industry
Wingtra's mapping drones are now also providing the French construction industry with improved geodata for its construction sites and planning. This is made possible by Wingtra's new partnership with SITECH France, a company specialising in digital solutions for construction
AXA expands property commitment at Newhome
AXA, one of the leading insurers, has acquired a 20 per cent stake in the established real estate platform Newhome to strengthen its presence in the residential sector. This step, which is still subject to FINMA approval, will enable AXA to consolidate its position in the residential and property