
New concept for the Zurich barracks area
The barracks area in Zurich, an extensive site with an impressive history and central importance, is about to undergo a comprehensive transformation. This development offers a unique opportunity to rethink the use of the site and transform it into a vital public space for the city and its

Holcim divests businesses in Uganda and Tanzania
Holcim is selling its subsidiary Hima Cement in Uganda to the Sarrai Group for 120 million dollars. In addition, the Swiss building materials manufacturer's 65 per cent stake in Mbeya Cement in Tanzania is being transferred to the Amsons Group for an undisclosed

Yes to the partial revision of the Environmental Protection Act gives additional impetus to the circular economy
The Swiss Association of Master Builders (SBC) is in favour of the adoption of the partial revision of the Environmental Protection Act, which will be dealt with by the National Council in the special session on 3 May 2023. The chosen regulatory approach consisting of a mixture of incentives,


All industry participants must be ready for change
Die SBB erproben Building Information Modeling (BIM) zurzeit an knapp zwei Dutzend Pilotprojekten. Andreas Brunner, Mitglied der Geschäftsleitung Infrastruktur SBB, ist überzeugt: Für der erfolgreichen Einsatz von BIM werden sich die Denkweise und Arbeitsmethode weiter verändern