Expansion of the range of services through strategic acquisition
Pforzheim-based ease GmbH has acquired the Munich-based subsidiary of Helvengo AG. The acquisition of the Zurich-based insurance company's German business is intended to complement ease's range of services. The two companies have already worked together in the
Expansion in the Caribbean market through the acquisition of a construction chemicals manufacturer
Sika has acquired the construction chemicals manufacturer Vinaldom in the Dominican Republic. This acquisition strengthens Sika's position in the fast-growing market and opens up new cross-selling opportunities through expanded production capacity and a wider product
Vocational trainer meeting SVIT Zurich 2024
The reforms to basic commercial training have been in force since August 2023 and ensure that young adults remain well trained and in demand on the labour market. The SVIT Zurich Vocational Trainers' Meeting on 10 September 2024 will focus on the current implementation and offer space for questions
Real Estate Award 2024: The property event of the year is coming up!
In around two months' time, the most important event in the Swiss construction and property industry will take place at the Trafo in Baden. Voting for this year's Real Estate Award is already underway and tickets for the award ceremony can be purchased
StWZ Energie announces halfway point in smart meter rollout
StWZ Energie AG has installed more than 5,700 smart meters in Zofingen and Strengelbach since the beginning of 2022. The intelligent meters increase the efficiency of electricity consumption and simplify the billing process. By 2027, at least 80 percent of meters in Switzerland should be
Energy supplier invests in climate-friendly switchgear and earthquake safety
Energy supplier IWB is currently replacing one of the largest switchgears in the Swiss distribution grid at the Volta substation. IWB will replace all of the substation's electrical systems and make the building earthquake-proof by
Photovoltaic output increased tenfold in the last seven years
Energy supplier Thurplus needs additional roof areas from companies and organisations to further expand photovoltaics (PV). This is the only way to achieve the city's PV expansion targets. Over the past seven years, Thurplus has been able to increase its PV output
Dormakaba launches new terminals for time and attendance recording
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
KOF Economic Barometer falls in July
The KOF Economic Barometer is approaching its medium-term average value in July and shows a decline of 1.7 points to 101.0 points. This indicates that economic development in Switzerland remains moderate. The decline particularly affects foreign and consumer demand as well as the hospitality,
Bosch strengthens Home Comfort through mega-acquisition
Bosch has reached a significant milestone in the company's history by fully acquiring the residential and small commercial heating, ventilation and air conditioning business of Johnson Controls and the Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning joint venture. This acquisition will almost double
Voting opens for the Real Estate Award 2024
From now until 15 September 2024, those interested in the industry and the general public can cast their votes for the Real Estate Award 2024. This year, twelve outstanding companies and projects are up for election, divided into four categories: Digital, Sustainability, Project
Snow melting and economic efficiency in practice for PVT modules
Fabian Maag and Marc Willi win the regional Siemens Excellence Award 2024 for their innovative bachelor thesis on maximising winter electricity through snow-free PVT modules. Their findings show considerable potential for increasing the electricity yield by melting
Industrial site in Serrières becomes Neuchâtel Innovation Park
The state and the city of Neuchâtel, together with institutional partners, have acquired an industrial complex in Serrières to expand the Swiss Innovation Park in Neuchâtel. The new innovation centre offers 7,000 m² of space for high-tech light industry and will create almost 400 new
Privera AG takes over business activities of VERIT Immobilien AG
With retroactive effect from 1 July 2024, Privera AG has fully taken over the business activities of VERIT Immobilien AG, a subsidiary of Avobis Group AG. All VERIT locations and employees will be integrated so that customers will continue to receive the same level of support as