While private individuals are taxed moderately in the canton of Zurich, companies are subject to an above-average tax burden. A current tax burden monitor shows that Zurich ranks second to last in the national comparison of corporate

The STEP2 module in the NEST research and innovation building at Empa was inaugurated on August 29. It provides a platform for testing innovative, resource-saving construction technologies, including a 3D-printed concrete staircase and a sound-insulating filigree

Timber Finance is introducing a new instrument that enables building owners and investors to monetize their climate performance through CO2 storage certificates. A pilot phase for the process will soon start in Switzerland with around 20 timber construction

The electrical installations for the new offices of a household appliance supplier have been completed. The lighting installation in particular plays a central role and promotes flexibility and efficiency in the working

The canton of Zurich wants to make solar installations on suitable large roofs mandatory in order to achieve the net-zero target. The obligation is to apply to new and existing buildings. At the same time, there are plans to promote technologies for seasonal energy

Implenia is facing a change of leadership: CEO André Wyss is stepping down from the operational business by the end of March 2025. Jens Vollmar will be his successor. Wyss will also take over the chairmanship of SBB from

Construction work has begun on the Forum UZH, a new education and research center in Zurich. This project is designed to accommodate modern forms of teaching and learning and to strengthen the University of Zurich's competitive position in the academic

Oxara, KIBAG and Holcim Switzerland are working together to establish the sustainable cement substitute Oxacrete Oulesse on the Swiss construction market. This technology is intended to reduce CO₂ emissions in the construction industry and promote the reuse of building

Six projects from different regions of Switzerland have been nominated for the prestigious Swiss Business Location Network Awards 2024. This award honors targeted and innovative projects in the areas of location marketing and business promotion. The winners will be announced at a symposium in

The rental index from Homegate and Zürcher Kantonalbank shows a slight increase in rents for July 2024. While some cantons and cities are recording rising rents, other regions have seen

The Zurich Investment Foundation plans to raise around CHF 300 million in new capital in October. The funds are to be used for the acquisition of 19 new properties in the ZAST Real Estate Residential Switzerland investment

The Federal Office of Topography (swisstopo) is taking over the borehole in Trüllikon from the National Co-operative for the Disposal of Radioactive Waste (Nagra). As part of a pilot project, swisstopo wants to clarify whether CO2 can be injected into the ground

The back to the roots project has won the competition to redesign the Kronenareal site in Dietikon. The offices of Skala Landschaft Stadt Raum GmbH and S2 Architekten GmbH interpret the Kronenareal as part of a network of open spaces. Back to the roots will be presented on 23

A study by CRIF AG shows that more new stores have opened than closed in the last ten years. Online retail in particular has recorded strong growth, while bricks-and-mortar retail has

In collaboration with Marti Construction, the start-up Oxara from Dietikon has realized the interior fit-out of a school building in Confignon using sustainable clay concrete. The material reduces CO2 emissions and creates a unique

HighStep Systems AG has joined the Swiss industry association for personal protective equipment. The company develops innovative fall protection systems that are used in various industries

Mobimo Holding AG achieved strong growth in its operating result in the first half of 2024. A significant sales profit and successes in the rental and development area contributed to a substantial increase in net

In view of the acute housing shortage in the city of Zurich, the idea of adding storeys to existing buildings across the board is gaining in importance. A recently submitted initiative calls for building regulations to be amended to make it easier to add storeys in urban areas - with wood as the

Dormakaba presents two new time recording terminals: the 96 00 terminal with a 5-inch screen and the 98 00 terminal with a 10.1-inch screen, which will be available soon. Both terminals offer a wide range of functions for time recording, identification and access

The use of artificial intelligence is fundamentally changing the real estate industry. With the new Casaone real estate software from Casasoft and IAZI, real estate professionals can work more efficiently and property seekers benefit from faster and higher-quality data

Swiss Prime Site has concluded a long-term lease agreement with the Manor department stores' group for the Jelmoli building. Manor's move into the Jelmoli building near Zurich's Bahnhofstrasse is a central component of the building's sustainable

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

SBB has announced the winning project for a 40 metre high office building near the Regensberg Bridge in Zurich Oerlikon. The project by "Team Esch Sintzel" impressed with its innovative use of the shape of the site and high energy

The Zurich cantonal government considers 20 areas in the canton to be very suitable for large wind turbines and 15 others to be highly suitable. It has submitted the corresponding entries in the structure plan for consultation. It proposes voluntary payments by future operators to the local

SVIT Young Zurich's QV-Campus has been helping apprentices in the property sector prepare for their final apprenticeship exam since 2017. Once again this year, the participants achieved above-average results and gained valuable

The Schlieren-based networking specialist digitalStrom was awarded multiple times at the German Brand Award 2024 by the German Design Council. The company received Gold in the category Excellence in Brand Strategy and Creation – Brand Design – Corporate

On June 12, the Economic and Location Promotion Airport Region Zurich hosted its tenth Real Estate Summit in Dübendorf. 650 guests gained insights into current trends, digital technologies, and the future of

GFMA has recertified Planon's building management software according to Directive 444. The new criteria for IoT data management were also considered. Additionally, the software received new certification according to GEFMA

The Canton of Zurich has launched the new GIS browser at geo.zh.ch/maps. The popular tool, which displays geographical information on interactive maps, has been completely revamped. Modern, user-friendly and with extended functions, it fulfils the needs of professionals and private individuals.

The Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich (ETH) has inaugurated its new laboratory and research building. The Gloria Cube houses 16 research groups for health and biomedical