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SkyCell joins forces with Air France KLM Martinair Cargo
Zug - Air France KLM Martinair Cargo, the airfreight business of the Air France KLM Group, has opted to deploy the SkyMind technology platform developed by SkyCell for the management of its containers and pallets. In this context, the Internet of Things (IoT) facilitates end-to-end tracking of the container assets.
SHL Medical acquires Superior Tooling in the USA
Zug/Wake Forest - SHL Medical has acquired the firm Superior Tooling from the USA. By integrating this company, SHL, a specialist for drug administration solutions, will be expanding its internal capacities for the production of plastic-based injection molds.
ABB fully acquires Sevensense
Zurich - Sevensense Robotics is now fully owned by ABB. Sevensense's autonomous mobile robots, capable of proprietary 3D image processing, complement ABB's solutions to create a working environment in the automotive and logistics industries by supporting people.
ETH sets annual record for spin-offs
Zurich - In 2023, more start-ups were founded at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich (ETH) than ever before. Of the 43 spin-offs, 12 have clear links to artificial intelligence, while biotech and pharma spin-offs make up the biggest proportion of the total. The number of female founders is also increasing.
Blockchain helps to increase supply chain transparency for Ticino Alpine Cheese
Manno - The University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland (SUPSI) is using blockchain technology in connection with Ticino Alpine cheese: On the one hand, the Blockcheese project digitizes the registration of the cheese produced on the alpine pastures in the region, and on the other, offers consumers valuable insights into supply chains.
Insights from Greater Zurich Area's Tech Leaders 2024
At Greater Zurich Area, we are committed to opening doors and forging connections between key players of our ecosystem and innovation-driven companies. In line with this mission, we've had the privilege of engaging with some of the most exciting personalities across our diverse ecosystems. Through a series of thought-provoking questions, we delve into their unique insights and experiences.
Molecular Partners and Orano Med announce strategic partnership
Schlieren/Plano/Paris - Molecular Partners and Orano Med are joining forces for the development of protein drugs known as DARPin therapeutics. The radioactive payloads of such drugs can destroy cancer cells. In this context, the therapeutics are said to minimize collateral kidney damage.
Topadur Pharma cooperating with Juvic in South Korea
Schlieren/Seoul - Topadur Pharma has teamed up with Yonsei University in Seoul and the company Juvic to develop new approaches for the treatment of systemic sclerosis. The company from the Greater Zurich Area will contribute its drug TOP-N53 to the project, with Juvic brining biodegradable microneedles to the table.
Xer Technologies and LINIA join forces
Dietikon/Zurich - The drone manufacturer Xer Technologies and LINIA are collaborating to inspect power lines from the air. LINIA's flight route software for image and data acquisition has been seamlessly integrated into Xer’s platform for the long-range X8 drones.
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