Stephanie Kiener succeeds Jasmina Ritz at Limmatstadt AG
Stephanie Kiener will take over the operational management of Limmatstadt AG in August. She succeeds Jasmina Ritz, who will withdraw from operational activities at the end of the year. Kiener looks forward to shaping regional development with innovative
Merger of two platforms for residential property and tradesman agencies
Houzy from Zurich and Devis.ch from the Canton of Vaud have decided to merge their companies. This merger aims to reach a wider audience and further strengthen the real estate ecosystem. The locations in Zurich and Nyon will work together
Competition launched to promote circular solutions in building construction
The Innovation Booster Circular Building Industry invites Swiss companies, non-profit organisations and research groups to submit their radical ideas for circular building solutions for the interior of buildings. They are to be realised in the Humanitas Living
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
Another stage victory for Quatre Bornes wind farm
The initiators of the Quatre Bornes wind farm have achieved an important victory as the Federal Court rejected the complaint against a new vote. The municipality of Sonvilier will now vote on the district plan on September 22, equivalent to a building permit. The wind farm will include a total of
Expertise and strategic partnerships in hotel development
The hotel property sector in Switzerland, Austria and Germany is facing growing challenges and profound structural change. Industry experts Patrick Vogler and Professor Norbert Hörburger rely on sustainable solutions and strategic advice to strengthen the hotel landscape in the long
IFJ develops new offer for municipalities with start.swiss
The IFJ Institute for Young Enterprises has launched start.swiss to promote economic development in all Swiss regions. The service targets municipalities, cities, and economic regions, offering up-to-date data, automated processes, and local
Innovation and networking in the Swiss electrical industry
Ineltec 2024 returns as the leading meeting place for the Swiss electrical industry to present the latest trends and technologies at Messe Zürich on 11 and 12 September. With a newly designed format and an almost fully booked participation, the trade fair will become a centre for inspiration,
A new vision for the Zurich metropolitan area
In November 2023, the cantonal planners from Aargau, Lucerne, Schaffhausen, Schwyz, St. Gallen, Thurgau, Zug and Zurich presented the innovative Metro-ROK 2050 spatial planning concept, which sets the course for the sustainable development of the Zurich metropolitan area in order to effectively
Zug sets standards in global blockchain research
The canton of Zug is investing CHF 39.35 million in a five-year project to promote blockchain research in order to establish the so-called "Crypto Valley" as a leading global centre for blockchain technology. An innovative research institute is being founded in cooperation with the University of
Reaction of the Swiss interest rate markets to global and local inflation trends
The latest developments in consumer price data from the USA and Switzerland have a significant impact on the interest rate decisions of the Swiss National Bank (SNB). Despite a rise in inflation rates in Switzerland, market movements are signalling an imminent cut in the key interest
Influential voice in the property industry
After his studies, Stefan Fahrländer worked at renowned institutions and research facilities in the field of economic research and real estate analysis. His career took him from Berlin via Zurich to the Middle East. Today, as a lecturer at universities and with his expertise, he is a significant
Environment, costs and aesthetics: a comparison of concrete and wood
The choice between concrete and timber as building materials for construction projects is crucial as they have far-reaching effects on the environment, construction costs, longevity of structures and aesthetics. Both materials have their own advantages and disadvantages that need to be considered
Market presence expanded through takeover of a competitor
SFS, a manufacturer based in the St.Gallen-Lake Constance area, has acquired the Madrid-based company Etanco as of May 1, 2024. This acquisition strengthens SFS's market position in Spain and Portugal. Etanco, a specialist distributor of fasteners and fixings, also offers services such as
Losinger Marazzi implements climate strategy in its projects
Property developer and total contractor Losinger Marazzi has been positioning itself as a pioneer in sustainability in the property and construction industry for almost 20 years. In 2021, the company created the position of Chief Climate Officer. Losinger Marazzi is systematically implementing its
Foundation stone laid for the modern swimming centre in Tenero
The imminent laying of the foundation stone for the new swimming centre at the Centro Sportivo Tenero marks the start of an important chapter for Swiss swimming. The project, supported by the Federal Office of Sport and the Federal Office for Buildings and Logistics, promises state-of-the-art
Partnership for a sustainable energy supply in Volketswil
The energy supplier Energie 360° and Vantage Data Centres are planning an energy network in Volketswil ZH based on waste heat utilisation. From the end of 2028, 70 megawatts are to be produced annually. This will provide 7000 households in four municipalities with a climate-neutral energy
New partnership in the pipe system market: Brugg Pipes and Rovanco in the USA
Brugg Rohrsystem AG, known as Brugg Pipes, has formed a significant strategic alliance with its US distribution partner Rovanco Piping Systems. The new joint venture will be based in the Chicago metropolitan area and aims to significantly reduce production times for pipe systems. This joint venture
“Baustoff Kreislauf Schweiz” – A new trade association for the construction and recycling industry
In a significant step towards strengthening the sustainable construction industry, arv Baustoffrecycling Schweiz and FSKB Fachverband der Schweizerischen Kies- und Betonindustrie have joined forces to form "Baustoff Kreislauf Schweiz". This new trade association aims to optimise the circular