Explore insights, news, and background stories from the Greater Zurich Area – one of Europe’s most advanced business and innovation hubs. This is where international companies, tech pioneers, and investors find the latest updates on artificial intelligence, robotics, biotech, fintech, and more. Whether you're looking for real-world expansion cases, startup success stories, or key developments in Switzerland’s business environment, our articles offer firsthand perspectives and strategic guidance.
Energy Vault to supply 110 megawatts in battery storage systems in the USA
Lugano/Austin - Energy Vault has agreed two contracts with Jupiter Power, a developer and operator of energy storage solutions based in the US State of Texas. Energy Vault will provide two of its gravity-based energy storage systems including an energy management software platform.
3Brain develops 3D chip for biosignals
Wädenswil/Neuenburg - 3Brain has unveiled the first chip to study intelligent networks in 3D electroactive tissues and brain organoids. Accura-3D should make it possible to explore biological questions at unprecedented depths and to discover pharmacological biomarkers.
Xeltis secures investment of 15 million euros from China
Zurich/Hong Kong - The medtech firm Xeltis has received a capital commitment in the amount of 15 million euros from the Chinese company Grand Pharmaceutical Group, which is headquartered in Hong Kong. This equity investment including product licensing rights represents the first commercial transaction for Xeltis and its first investment from an Asian company.
Acronis impresses in the area of endpoint security
Schaffhausen - Acronis has been recognized for its solutions in the area of endpoint security by Canalys. According to the market research firm for IT solutions, the cyber-security expert from the Greater Zurich Area is a high performer for the first quarter of 2022.
Hydrogel seals surgical sutures in the stomach and intestines
Zurich - Alexandre Anthis from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich has developed a hydrogel patch for the gastrointestinal tract that seals surgical sutures. It also contains chemical sensor elements that can detect any leaks early on, preventing serious complications and costs.
Hamilton launches new version of ArcAir
Bonaduz - Hamilton Bonaduz AG has updated its sensor management software. With its latest version of ArcAir, the medical technology manufacturer has made improvements focusing particularly on future innovations in biopharmaceutical applications.
Durrer and ZHAW develop new vacuum cooling solutions
Immensee SZ/Wädenswil ZH - The manufacturer of special machines for the food and medtech industries, Durrer, has further developed its vacuum technology in partnership with Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW). Their work has resulted in new solutions for vacuum cooling.
Nnaisense launches platform for evolutionary algorithms
Lugano - The artificial intelligence startup Nnaisense has launched EvoTorch. In a pioneering project with Audi, the open-source platform for evolutionary algorithms showed how easily it can be incorporated into existing workflows. This pilot also highlighted the time that could be saved in achieving operational goals for industry.
Pharma Tech to receive 30 million Swiss francs from LDA Capital
Lugano - Pharma Tech Holding SA has received a capital commitment from LDA Capital in the amount of 30 million Swiss francs. This will primarily allow Pharma Tech to invest in its portfolio company Blue Sky Swisse. The aim is for this firm to become a quality and cost leader for CBD oil.
Meet with an expansion expert
Is Greater Zurich on your expansion radar? We support you on every step of your expansion journey - from location evaluation to fact finding visits.
Our services are free of charge and include:
- Introduction to key contacts in industry, academia, and government
- Location evaluation support to find the ideal base for your business
- Advice on regulatory framework, taxes, labor, market, and setting up a company
- Custom-made fact-finding visits, including office and co-working space
- And much more, customized to meet your needs.