Canton of Uri

Canton Uri offers international companies a rare combination of strategic European connectivity, available industrial land, competitive operating costs, reliable energy and direct access to decision-makers – all within the Greater Zurich Area.

A strategic business location for manufacturing and industrial growth

The Canton of Uri gives industrial companies room to invest, build and expand – with competitive operating costs, available development land and direct connections to Zurich, Milan and major European markets.

Located on Europe’s north-south transport corridor, Uri is directly connected to the A2 motorway and the Gotthard Base Tunnel. Altdorf is one of only 18 railway stations in Switzerland connected to the international high-speed rail network, while Zurich Airport can be reached in around one hour and Milan Malpensa in approximately two hours. For companies serving Swiss and European markets, this provides efficient access by road, rail and air.

Companies in Uri benefit from competitive corporate taxation, comparatively low land, office and housing costs, moderate labour costs and reliable electricity generated from regional hydropower, wind and solar energy. Clear responsibilities, short decision-making paths and direct access to cantonal authorities help companies move efficiently from initial location assessment to implementation.

Home to companies such as Datwyler, GIPO, SISAG and energieUri, the Canton of Uri has developed expertise in advanced manufacturing, precision engineering, energy technologies, alpine technologies and knowledge-based services. New developments such as Werkmatt Uri next to the Altdorf train station provide fully serviced industrial land for companies planning their next stage of expansion. Whether establishing a European presence or scaling existing operations, businesses gain access to the wider Greater Zurich Area while benefiting from Uri's pragmatic business environment and exceptional quality of life.

Seven advantages for companies locating in Uri

1. Direct access to Zurich, Milan and other European markets
Uri occupies a strategic position on Europe's north-south transport corridor, with direct access to the A2 motorway, the Gotthard Base Tunnel and the international high-speed rail network via Altdorf, one of only 18 Swiss InterCity stations connected to the international high-speed network. Zurich Airport is around one hour away and Milan Malpensa around two hours, providing fast access to Switzerland's leading business centres and key European markets.

2. Industrial land for expansion
Werkmatt Uri offers a fully serviced 120,000 m² business site next to Altdorf railway station and the A2 motorway, with development plots available for industrial, commercial and service companies.

3. Competitive corporate taxes and operating costs
Uri combines an effective corporate tax burden of approximately 10% with comparatively attractive costs for industrial land, office space, housing and labour – creating a competitive total cost environment for long-term investment.

4. Reliable renewable energy
Uri is one of Switzerland’s leading hydropower locations and generates electricity from regional water, wind and solar resources beyond its own consumption. Companies benefit from a stable grid, high security of supply and greater energy-cost predictability.

5. Fast decision-making and direct access to authorities
Clear responsibilities and short administrative paths help companies move efficiently from location evaluation to implementation. Businesses receive direct support from economic development specialists and relevant cantonal authorities throughout relocation and expansion projects.

6. Established industrial expertise
Companies including Datwyler, GIPO, SISAG and energieUri demonstrate Uri’s strengths in advanced manufacturing, precision engineering, machinery, polymer technologies, energy, cleantech and specialised infrastructure solutions.

7. Skilled talent and high quality of life
Affordable housing, modern transport links and direct access to nature support employee retention and quality of life.

Competitive corporate taxes and operating costs

Uri offers companies a competitive total cost environment within Switzerland. The canton combines an effective corporate tax burden of 10.0% with comparatively attractive prices for industrial land, office space and housing. Moderate labour costs further support companies planning production, expansion or long-term operations in Switzerland.