Swiss company plc-tec has introduced a new digital communication technology that will enable a European Union Project to make freight trains fully digital. The flagship project, TRANS4M-R Transforming Europe’s RailSwiss Firms Introduce Solution in EU Digital Freight Train Project
After just three months since their founding in February, Stellar Alpina has successfully completed an engine test and raised over 3.5 million Swiss Francs in a pre-seed funding round. TheDeep-tech Startup Stellar Alpina Raises 3.5 Million Swiss Francs
In May, Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn visited St. Gallen alongside her delegation and the Thai ambassador to tour Bischoff Textil. The visit, which was scheduled for 45 minutes, ran forThai Princess welcomed by Bischoff Textil
Green Business Switzerland has announced the thirty finalists who will compete for Switzerland’s most prestigious sustainability prize. Switzerland’s most innovative companies, who best combine environmental impact with economic sucess, are30 Swiss Companies Compete for Green Business Award
In a new study by Ernst & Young AG , Switzerland ranked sixth globally for amount of investment in research and development, only being surpassed in Europe by Germany. 1212 Swiss Companies in R&D Top 500, Switzerland Ranks Sixth Globally
The Basel-based pharmaceutical company Novartis continues to expand its research and manufacturing capacities in the United States through its U.S. subsidiary, Novartis Pharmaceuticals, headquartered in East Hanover, New Jersey. AccordingNovartis Expands Its Research and Manufacturing Activities in the USA
Switzerland has been ranked the fourth richest country in the world, behind Norway, Ireland, and Luxembourg, with the Czech Republic taking nineteenth place. The study, done by HelloSafe, creating aSwitzerland Takes Fourth in Global Prosperity Index
The Swiss tech industry experienced a challenging and largely stagnant year in 2025. The sector, which includes mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and metal industries, was heavily impacted by high USSwiss Tech Industry Faces a Challenging Year, Outlook Remains Cautious
Researchers from ETH are investigating whether it would be possible to comprehensively monitor the Moon using fiber-optic technology. Thin and lightweight fibers could be deployed on its surface by aETH Explores Possibilities for Monitoring the Moon
Switzerland has retained its spot as the fifth-best country for quality of life in 2026, according to Numbeo’s Quality of Life Index. The alpine nation ranks well due to itsSwitzerland ranks 5th in 2026 Quality of Life Index
Guy Parmelin, President of the Swiss Confederation, and Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, signed the third package of bilateral agreement on March 2 in Brussels. At the meeting,Guy Parmelin and Ursula von der Leyen sign Bilaterals III
Lenka Škopová became the first Czech woman in history to become CEO of Nestlé for Czechia and Slovakia. She was appointed to head the Czech and Slovak branches at theNew CEO of Nestlé for Czechia and Slovakia
Swiss companies expect the Swiss franc to remain strong in 2026. This is the finding of the UBS Outlook Switzerland study, which is based on a foreign exchange survey ofSwiss Companies Expect a Strong Franc in 2026
Switzerland will vote this summer on a proposal by the right-wing Swiss People’s Party (SVP) to limit the country’s population to a maximum of 10 million. The referendum is scheduledSwiss to vote on plan to cap population at 10 million
Swiss tourism organizations have introduced a new generation of AI-powered local guides designed to give visitors a personal digital travel companion. These AI Local Guides offer carefully curated insights andSwiss tourism organizations launch AI Local Guides
Bern, 28 January 2026 — In view of the deteriorating geopolitical situation, the Federal Council intends to substantially strengthen Switzerland’s security and defence. This will require additional funding of around CHFDeteriorating security situation: temporary increase in value-added tax to strengthen security
Mr Richard Kapsa has joined the Board of HST as a new member. Richard brings extensive experience in corporate governance, strategic communication, and leadership, gained over more than two decadesNew member of HST Board
Dübendorf, 26.01. 2026 — The FireDrone is designed to deliver real-time data from high-risk areas that are too dangerous for humans and conventional drones. Developed at Empa and continued asNew generation of FireDrone for fire fighters and industry: A flying eye that doesn’t mind the heat
Trade ministers from 21 countries have discussed avenues for compromise for the next World Trade Organization (WTO) conference at an informal meeting. At the invitation of Swiss President Guy Parmelin,WTO at a Critical Juncture
On 5 January 2026, the Federal Council decided, with immediate effect, to freeze all assets held in Switzerland by Nicolás Maduro and other persons associated with him. Through this measure, the Federal CouncilFederal Council freezes any assets held in Switzerland by Nicolás Maduro
Our thoughts are with all those who tragically lost their loved ones, with all those injured and affected by the tragedy that occurred last night in a bar in Crans-Montana,Tragic New Year’s fire
The year 2025 was a period of stabilisation for Switzerland amid an uncertain global environment. While the economy grew overall, developments throughout the year were uneven. The services sector remainedSwiss Business in 2025 and the outlook for 2026
ABB has been awarded a contract by the Canadian Space Agency to develop a mobile infrared spectrometer. Using this instrument, the Canadian lunar rover will analyze soil samples. ABB hasABB in Space