Why Switzerland and Greater Zurich for international drone companies
Why Switzerland and Greater Zurich for international drone companies
Discover the advantages and regulations for international drone companies in Greater Zurich - the world's leading innovation hub.
The Greater Zurich Area is the world's leading location for the development of core technology (software, autopilot, sensors) for drones and commercial applications. Top universities such as ETH Zurich and the University of Zurich, a large and active community of developers, numerous drone and component manufacturers, and innovation-friendly authorities make Switzerland the "Silicon Valley of robotics".
Discover the top reasons why the Greater Zurich Area is the ideal location for drone companies.
1. World-class research & talent pool
Greater Zurich is at the forefront of research regarding robotics and drones. In numerous laboratories and in labs at world-class universities such as ETH Zurich and the University of Zurich, technologies and algorithms are developed that use drones to explore a wide variety of areas such as solar energy, the environment, computer vision, mapping, or the limits of dynamic systems and controls. Universities of applied sciences such are very strong in the training of engineers, leading to a deep pool of highly-skilled and specialized talent.
2. You're in good company: Rich drone ecosystem
Greater Zurich's drone company ecosystem is highly diverse and sophisticated, pioneering worldwide drone research with its academic institutes, start-ups, and industry collaborations.
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3. Close ties between research and industry
Collaboration between research and industry in Switzerland is strong and highly promoted. The National Center of Competence in Research (NCCR) for Robotics connects leading experts from universities and research institutes such as the Dalle Molle Institute for Artificial Intelligence Research with innovative companies and start-ups. Entrepreneurship is encouraged and promotes the creation of successful spin-offs.
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4. Leading global software companies
The drone ecosystem also benefits from the leading position of the Greater Zurich Area as a hub for information technologies with a very large talent pool of software developers. Companies such as Google, Microsoft HoloLens, Disney, Oculus (acquired by Meta), and Dacuda (acquired by Magic Leap) are active in the area of computer vision. Related ecosystems are mutually fertilizing.
5. Pioneering drone-traffic management
Swiss regulatory and supervisory authorities are progressive and pragmatic and they are in constant contact with the industry concerned. They think and act according to the basic attitude: to regulate without hindering innovation. In 2018, Swiss air navigation service provider Skyguide introduced Europe's first drone traffic control system. The U.S. and Switzerland announced in 2020 a joint effort to co-develop harmonized standards for the safe use and integration of unmanned aircraft into civilian airspace.
Drone journey through Greater Zurich!
Drone journey through Greater Zurich!
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Robotics & intelligent systems in the Greater Zurich Area
Robotics & intelligent systems in the Greater Zurich Area
The Greater Zurich Area continues to be a global leader in robotics, drone technology and computer vision. There are close ties in the region between the industry, world-class universities and researchers and innovation-friendly authorities. This has driven revolutionary advancements, attracted leading technology firms and talent and encouraged entrepreneurship in the region, leading to unmatched opportunities for robot technology companies.