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 site owner HIAG is upgrading a further 6000 square metres of the Papieri site for temporary commercial use by the end of the year. Padelta AG will be operating padel courts in a paper machine hall from 2025. A Jump Factory site is also planned. Librec will prepare the recycling of car batteries

The Baden Cantonal Hospital (KSB) has finalised the construction contracts. The new building, which costs CHF 580 million, generates a high level of local added value. 97 per cent of the companies come from Switzerland, mostly from the cantons of Aargau and

The Board of Directors of Greater Zurich Area AG has appointed Lukas Huber as the new Managing Director. The relocation expert follows in the footsteps of Sonja Wollkopf Walt. Huber joined the location marketing organisation as an analyst in

The major ZIMEYSAVER project covers more than 380 hectares and links the industrial zones of the communes of Meyrin, Satigny and Vernier. The aim of the project is to create lively, competitive business zones offering a high quality of life for both employees and local residents, and to create

Planning for the new Geneva-Cornavin underground station has reached a decisive stage. In a joint agreement, the Federal Office of Transport, the Canton of Geneva, the City of Geneva and SBB have confirmed the final design of the project, which provides for a considerable increase in capacity and

The "Cé Qu'É Lainô" project has been chosen as the winner of the architectural competition for the construction of the new secondary school in Confignon. The jury highlighted the remarkable balance and flexibility of the project, which is both architecturally convincing and meets the various

The Grands Esserts project covers 12 hectares and is being developed by public and cooperative bodies such as the Caisse de prévoyance de l'Etat de Genève and the Fondation immobilière de la ville de Veyrier. Its aim is to create an urban model of living, working and ecological sustainability by

The impressive "Trèfle blanc" project for the Tréfle Blanc ice rink was designed by architects from the renowned Chabanne agency in Lyon. With its modern architecture, sustainable materials and emphasis on respect for the environment, this ice rink promises a unique and fascinating experience for

Geneva's paediatric hospital, originally built in 1957, will be replaced by a new, modern building that meets the latest medical standards and focuses on the needs of young patients and their families. It is scheduled to open in

The Belle-Terre district in Thônex, a major project of the Communaux d'Ambilly, plans to create 2,400 new homes by 2030. This urban development project is a benchmark for sustainable development and participatory

Private bank Pictet is investing hundreds of millions of francs in its new head office in Geneva, as part of the major Praille-Acacias-Vernets urban development project. The Geneva architectural firm Designlab-architecture has been chosen to design the new building, which at 90 metres will

The Zehnder Group is expanding its residential ventilation business in Spain and Portugal. By acquiring the Spanish company Siber, with locations in Les Franqueses del Vallès and Madrid, Zehnder strengthens its market position in Southern

Faced with rising CO2 emissions in the building sector, the Swiss Climate Foundation and its partners are focusing on innovative solutions to reduce emissions. From self-cleaning metamaterials to cement-free concrete, the foundation supports small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the

Ariane Widmer Pham, winner of the Brandenberger Foundation prize, shares her vision, role and views as a member of the foundation's board and as an architect. She discusses the challenges and opportunities of building culture in dense urban areas, particularly in Geneva, and stresses the importance

Geneva has taken an important step towards advancing energy-efficient building renovation. From 1 June 2024, new subsidies will be available to property owners to encourage them to make their buildings more energy-efficient and convert them to renewable energy. Increased subsidies and tailored

The canton of Geneva is launching the "Smart Geneva" initiative to drive the transition to a Smart City 3.0, based on the Scandinavian model, by networking and promoting projects. The approach aims to put technology to good use in urban development and the fight against climate change, and to

The State of Geneva is launching two new training courses designed to help businesses better understand, identify and assess the opportunities offered by artificial intelligence and cyber-risks. These online courses are available free of

CERN has opened its new Science Gateway to offer visitors interactive exhibits and laboratories to encourage curiosity and critical thinking. The visitors' centre enables CERN to welcome up to half a million visitors a year and to raise awareness among all age groups of the importance of

Alpiq has announced the sale of seven rooftop photovoltaic installations to PS Panneaux Solaires SA. The installations in the cantons of Fribourg, Solothurn, and Vaud have a total capacity of 5.5 megawatts

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

The Burkhalter Group acquired Kippel Leo + Söhne AG in Susten VS on July 1. The company provides heating, sanitary, and solar technology services and will merge with Lauber IWISA AG in

The Helvetia (CH) Swiss Property Fund was successfully listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange on June 25. The fund achieved a total capitalization of around 890 million francs and was included in the SXI Real Estate Broad and SXI Real Estate Funds Broad

At the 13th delegates' meeting of Wohnen Schweiz on June 20 in Solothurn, association president Daniel Burri emphasized the need for cooperative housing. Federal Councillor Guy Parmelin praised the non-profit developers and called for concrete measures to create affordable

Known as the home of numerous international organisations and a centre for global cooperation, Geneva has confirmed its status as a leading city for global dialogue and development. With an impressive infrastructure and a highly developed research and development scene, the city continually

Known the world over for its economic vitality and excellent living environment, Geneva constantly attracts highly qualified workers from all over the world. The city offers an ideal combination of professional opportunities and a first-class environment for a fulfilling

Holcim will expand AI-based machine intelligence to over 100 plants worldwide over the next four years. The AI will predict disruptions and avoid failures to increase operational efficiency and capacity for

The real estate company HIAG has gained the cleantech company Grensol AG as a tenant for the Papieri-Areal in Biberist. Grensol recycles low-emission resources from old cars and will set up its first pilot plant in Switzerland on an area of 860 square

The consortium of Implenia and Frutiger has been awarded the contract to build the Sisikon Tunnel. The tunnel construction is part of the Neue Axenstrasse project and includes extensive underground engineering works. Construction will start in mid-2025 and is expected to be completed by

The Future Perfect association, together with various professional associations and an educational publisher, is launching a project to integrate circular building into vocational training. The goal is to teach skills for the reuse and recycling of building