4 out of 5 expansions in focus industries
2025 was a strong year for the Greater Zurich Area: 98 companies chose the region as their business location. Most expansions were in actively promoted focus industries, highlighting where future value creation is taking shape – at the intersection of research, talent, entrepreneurship and industrial application, particularly in AI, robotics, autonomous systems, biotech, and food & agritech.
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Impactful expansions for the economic area
Impactful expansions for the economic area
Greater Zurich Area AG positions the region internationally and supports companies in establishing their presence, strengthening its competitiveness in Europe and globally. The focus is on expansions that go beyond mere presence – driving innovation, creating high-quality jobs, strengthening links with research and industry, and generating long-term value for society.
Future technologies shape expansion year 2025
In collaboration with cantonal and regional partners, the Greater Zurich Area supported 98 international expansion projects. A significant share of these expansions was in key technologies such as blockchain, biotech & pharma, artificial intelligence, as well as robotics and autonomous systems – fields defined by strong innovation and clear future relevance.
Top 4 key technologies 2025
The leading key technologies stand for technological excellence, economic potential, and international competitiveness, while confirming their role as key drivers of growth. Biotech & pharma and blockchain have been among the strongest sectors in location marketing for years – with blockchain seeing renewed momentum in 2025. Artificial intelligence remains a dynamic field, driving innovation across a wide range of industries. Technologies with a strong sustainability focus – such as food & agritech and autonomous and intelligent systems – are also gaining importance and contributing to the transformation of key industries.
Greater Zurich Area: A hub for internationally oriented companies
The Greater Zurich Area continues to strengthen its role as a location for internationally active companies. Many of the newly established firms take on European or global functions and build up research and development activities in the region.
The expansions reflect quality and long-term perspective:
29 companies with R&D functions
24 headquarters projects
1,295 planned jobs over five years
Despite a challenging global environment, development remains stable. The jobs created are highly skilled and knowledge-intensive – generating strong value and long-term growth potential for the region.
Success built on strong partnerships
Successful investment promotion is a team effort. Greater Zurich Area AG focuses on international promotion, while the cantons bring their strengths, networks, and location advantages. This close coordination makes market outreach convincing, effective, and relevant for companies, research institutions, and investors.
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