Switzerland

Liberal Labor Legislation

Switzerland regularly leads international rankings as a location for highly qualified employees and is consistently one of the most sought-after work destinations. Expatriates enjoy an exceptionally high quality of life, personal safety, considerable social benefits, and substantial salaries. With some of the most liberal labor laws globally, Switzerland is also an attractive location for employers.…
A Look Inside the World’s Most Innovative Economy

The World Intellectual Property Organization analyzed 131 economies, and for the last ten years, Switzerland has ranked as the world’s most innovative country. The nation specializes in offering innovative solutions to complex global challenges, and has a unique ecosystem for business and investment opportunities. International corporations value Switzerland as an efficient, stable and productive location…
Switzerland Employs Half a Million Across the USA

Swiss industry continuously brings high-quality jobs and the ‘Swiss spirit’ to even the most remote regions Although the USA is one of the most powerful countries globally, it still has its share of unemployed, impoverished citizens, and is keen on attracting foreign investment to boost local economies. The past decade’s economic growth bypassed many rural…
How a Swiss AI Lab is helping to solve a global challenge

A Viewpoint from Prof Dr Andrea Emilio Rizzoli from Istituto Dalle Molle di studi sull’intelligenza artificiale (IDSIA) USI-SUPSI How do you assess Switzerland’s higher education system? In the past years, Switzerland has consistently been ranked as one of the most innovative countries in the world. There are various reasons why this small country, nestled in…
Switzerland: An Ideal Location for Global Operations

Innovative Swiss solutions tackling global challenges Switzerland specializes in offering innovative solutions to complex global operating structures seeking an efficient, stable and productive location to grow their dynamic high value-added businesses. The country is well known for offering one of the most competitive ecosystems globally. The nation has a liberal economy, political stability, international integration,…
Neuchâtel: Home to the World’s Most Innovative Nanotechnologies

The Canton of Neuchâtel develops revolutionary microtechnology, microelectronics, photovoltaic and system engineering technologies Nestled within the Greater Geneva Berne Area lies the Canton Neuchâtel, a canton which makes up 2% of the Swiss population, yet generates 20% of Switzerland’s commercial surplus. Per capita it has grown to become the second-biggest exporter and the second-largest holder…
Davos: More than just the World Economic Forum

The world’s attention descends on the small Swiss touristic ski town of Davos in the Canton of Grisons as business leaders, politicians and investors arrive. They gear up to discuss stakeholder capitalism at the Forum’s 50th anniversary. Panelists will assess global economic issues and debate solutions to some of the world’s most pressing social challenges.…
Geneva: The Global Capital of Peace Fostering a thriving business metropolis

For a city with a population under half a million, Geneva has more influence on the global stage than people would expect. Within the Greater Geneva Bern Area (GGBA), lies one of the world’s most iconic and globally-minded cities. Endearingly referred to as the “world’s smallest metropolis,” Geneva is the capital of peace, the cradle…
Swiss Climate Solutions

The challenge of modern environments The modern workplace has changed dramatically over the years. Oliver Zimmerman, CEO of Condair, highlighted that, “We are spending nearly 90% of our time within hermetically sealed artificial interiors that often are comparable to desert climates.” Our comfort within these indoor environments and the productivity of office employees largely relies…
St.GallenBodenseeArea: One of Switzerland’s Most Attractive Regions

Interview: Karin Jung, Head of the Department of Economics and Labor, Canton St.Gallen In eastern Switzerland, lies the St.GallenBodenseeArea (SGBA), an initiative of the cantons of St.Gallen, Appenzell Innerrhoden, Appenzell Ausserrhoden, and Thurgau. SGBA is one of the largest and the most cost-efficient of the various economic areas of Switzerland, and rests between Munich and…
Canton Schwyz: The founding father of Swiss HealthTech

The Canton of Schwyz is one of the founding cantons and gave the entire nation its name. It has proven itself an autonomous industrial location resilient to economic pressures, and an active innovation hub. GDP growth in Schwyz exceeds the Swiss average and productivity is astonishingly high. Interview: Andreas Barraud, Head of the Department for Economic…
Swiss Cheese Tackles Global Markets

As global food trends rapidly shift, American palates are changing. There has been an evolution from heavily processed cheeses towards traditionally produced artisan varieties, and specialty European cheeses are particularly gaining popularity in the USA. Cheesemongers know the Swiss have superior standards based on traditional methods. In general, agri-food production standards in the small alpine…
Switzerland’s Number One Holiday Destination

The Canton is entirely mountainous and combines pristine wilderness and breathtaking scenery of snowcapped peaks with modern tourism infrastructure. It holds 1,000 peaks, 615 lakes, 150 valleys, and Switzerland’s only national park. Its Rhine Canyon Ruinaulta is fondly referred to as the “Swiss Grand Canyon”. This beautiful scenery was the inspiration behind Johanna Spyri’s worldwide…
Knowledge Generates Value

Knowledge generates value, and it is the key to solving societal problems and overcoming global challenges. It is one of the most important resources in our society, and it will become even more important in the future. In everything that it does, the University of Bern feels its obligation to bring about benefits for science,…
Swiss Hospitality: Fueling the Future Needs of the Industry

The rise in global consumer purchasing power, coupled with developments in digital innovation, has surged an unprecedented growth in the tourism and hospitality sectors in recent years. However with this expansion, comes new challenges, and one of today’s most pressing challenges to the industry is finding and employing qualified individuals to lead companies, and the…
EHL Group: The Global Hospitality Powerhouse

As it celebrates its 126th anniversary, the world’s top hospitality management education group enjoys a unique heritage that enriches its programs, its partnerships and energizes the future careers of its graduates. From its professional training school in the Swiss Alps, just a stone’s throw away from Davos, to its university programs in Lausanne (Switzerland), EHL…
Interview: Oliver Zimmermann, CEO, Condair

Condair Group is the world’s leading manufacturer of industrial and commercial humidification and evaporative cooling solutions. Its administrative head office and main R&D center are located in the Swiss Canton of Schwyz. What is your outlook for humidity solutions in the USA? Condair offers a complete technology portfolio for all industries, and promotes the benefits…
Switzerland is a Global Innovation and Technology Leader

Interview: Simone Wyss Fedele, CEO, Switzerland Global Enterprise (S-GE) An increasing number of American technology companies are setting up offices in Switzerland including well-known giants such as Google, Microsoft, eBay and Biogen. Simone Wyss Fedele, CEO of Switzerland’s official trade and investment promotion organization, explains why. What are the strengths of Switzerland as business…
A Coffee Giant Without Growing a Single Bean

Switzerland exported nearly $2.4 billion worth of coffee in 2018 Although no coffee trees are growing within Switzerland, the nation is one of the most significant trading places for green coffee and one of the world’s largest coffee processors. Switzerland is also one of the world’s largest green coffee importers and processors through high-tech manufacturing…
Industry: The Backbone of the Swiss Economy

Switzerland is one of the biggest industrial exporters per capita For a small independent country with a population of 8.5 million, Switzerland has become a surprisingly strong industrial powerhouse with an ecosystem that is incredibly competitive. Swiss industry has represented 18% of GDP for many years, and is an important central component of the economy.…
Canton of Grisons: Work where you love to live

Switzerland’s largest Canton offers much more than pristine nature, culturally enriching environments, and thrilling recreational opportunities for tourists. Suitable industrial land is increasingly scarce in Switzerland. With more than 3.2 million square feet of premium industrial zones priced nearly 25% lower than at alternative Swiss metropolitan areas, the Canton of Grisons provides one of the…
Boosting the Attractiveness of Grisons as a Base for Global Operations

Interview: Marcus Caduff, Head of the Department for Economic and Social Affairs, Canton of Grisons How do you assess the competitiveness Grisons as a base for global operations? We host the annual meeting of the WEF in Davos, and are famous for tourism in several hotspots such as St. Moritz, Laax oder Arosa-Lenzerheide. In business,…
Luxury Aviation

Privately owned and chartered aircraft arrive to Davos symbolizing a thriving sector With Richard Gaona at the helm, Comlux has transformed as a Swiss-based service provider in the fields of business aviation, transaction and completion services, into a diversified global operation continuing to rapidly expand. Gaona is committed to continuously setting new standards in the…
Switzerland Innovation, Connecting Great Minds

From proton therapy for deep-seated tumor irradiation, to minimally invasive robot-assisted computer-guided laser osteotome, and innovative cancer immunotherapy research, Switzerland Innovation is facilitating world-class collaborations for companies, startups and universities to come together under one roof and find innovative solutions to some of the world’s greatest challenges. Switzerland Innovation is the epicenter of merging talent,…