Tag Archives: Switzerland

Siemens Expands Industrial-Grade Private 5G Infrastructure to Enhance Connectivity Across Europe and Brazil

(IN BRIEF) Siemens has enhanced its industrial-grade private 5G infrastructure to support larger industrial areas, now covering up to 24 radio units, each providing connectivity for 5,000 m². This solution is available in six European countries and Brazil, with more … Read the full press release

WEF Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2025: Supply Chain Risks and Geopolitical Tensions Top Concerns for Businesses

(IN BRIEF) The Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2025 report from the World Economic Forum highlights the rising complexity of cybersecurity challenges, particularly in supply chains, geopolitical instability, and AI-driven threats. It reveals that 54% of large organizations view supply chain interdependencies … Read the full press release

Schaeffler Partners with Kuehne+Nagel to Manage New Central Logistics Center in Thailand

(IN BRIEF) Schaeffler Vehicle Lifetime Solutions has teamed up with Kuehne+Nagel to manage a new 3,000sqm Central Logistics Center in Thailand, located near Schaeffler’s manufacturing plant in Chonburi. The center will handle kitting, goods receiving, and shipping, enhancing delivery capacity … Read the full press release

Edison Partners with Landis+Gyr to Launch Innovative e-Mobility Platform in Italy

(IN BRIEF) Edison, a leading energy provider with over 140 years of experience, has launched a new e-Mobility app and platform powered by Landis+Gyr’s OCEAN EV Charging Software. This platform provides access to over 30,000 charging stations across Italy, enhancing … Read the full press release

Switzerland’s Untapped Wood Potential: Researchers Reveal Path to Sustainable Usage

(IN BRIEF) Researchers from Empa and WSL have revealed significant opportunities to better utilize Switzerland’s wood resources, a key material for achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. Their study, part of the SCENE initiative, analyzed 2020 data and found that 40% … Read the full press release

Port of Rotterdam Trials Digital Bunker Delivery Notes in Partnership with ZeroNorth and Vitol

(IN BRIEF) ZeroNorth, Vitol, and the Port of Rotterdam have begun a four-week pilot to test ZeroNorth’s electronic bunker delivery note (eBDN) system, aiming to improve efficiency, transparency, and data quality in bunker operations. This trial, which includes several bunker … Read the full press release

FedEx Express Swiss Post Expands Swiss Operations with New Gossau Facility to Boost Capacity and Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) FedEx Express Swiss Post is set to open a new facility in Gossau, Switzerland, by Autumn 2025, consolidating operations from two other sites to increase capacity for growing shipment volumes, particularly in e-commerce. The facility will feature enhanced … Read the full press release

European Research Collaboration by Merck and Intel Pioneers AI-Driven Sustainability in Semiconductor Manufacturing

(IN BRIEF) Merck and Intel have launched a collaborative academic research initiative in Europe, bringing together eleven institutions from six countries. The program focuses on using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to make semiconductor manufacturing more sustainable, with research projects dedicated to … Read the full press release

Syngenta and Maersk Strengthen Partnership to Advance Sustainable Supply Chain Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Syngenta Crop Protection and Maersk have renewed their fourth-party logistics (4PL) partnership for five more years, focusing on sustainable, optimized supply chain solutions. This extension builds on their joint commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, with both companies … Read the full press release

Kantonsspital Baden and Siemens Transform Swiss Healthcare with Cutting-Edge Smart Hospital Platform

(IN BRIEF) Kantonsspital Baden (KSB) is set to become one of Switzerland’s leading smart hospitals through a collaboration with Siemens Smart Infrastructure, which will deploy its Siemens Xcelerator platform. This advanced IoT system, comprising over 7,000 sensors and 2,000 smart … Read the full press release

CMU OmniClear and SIX Partner to Boost Cross-Border Securities Investment

(IN BRIEF) CMU OmniClear Limited, a subsidiary of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with SIX to enhance cooperation in securities depository and settlement services. This partnership aims to strengthen cross-border investment opportunities by … Read the full press release

ArcelorMittal Reveals Key Findings from Comprehensive Workplace Safety Audit Conducted by dss+

(IN BRIEF) ArcelorMittal has released the findings from a comprehensive workplace safety audit conducted by dss+, which was commissioned to enhance the company’s safety performance. Over nine months, the audit assessed operations globally, focusing on fatality prevention, process safety management, … Read the full press release

ABB and Zumtobel Group Unite to Propel Smart Building Innovations and Direct Current Applications

(IN BRIEF) ABB and Zumtobel Group have announced a strategic partnership aimed at advancing smart building solutions and direct current (DC) industrial applications. The collaboration will integrate ABB’s building automation solutions with Zumtobel’s advanced lighting management systems, creating efficient, sustainable … Read the full press release

Authorities Dismantle Albanian-Led Drug Ring in Italy, 66 Arrested in Eurojust-Coordinated Operation

(IN BRIEF) Authorities in Italy, Albania, Poland, and Switzerland, coordinated by Eurojust, have dismantled a major Albanian-led cocaine trafficking network. A total of 66 individuals were arrested, with 45 of them taken into custody on an action day. The criminal … Read the full press release

Commerzbank and Crypto Finance Partner to Provide Secure Crypto Asset Services for Corporate Clients in Germany

(IN BRIEF) Commerzbank has partnered with Crypto Finance, a subsidiary of Deutsche Börse, to offer secure access to digital assets, specifically bitcoin and ether, for its corporate clients in Germany. Commerzbank will handle crypto asset custody, while Crypto Finance manages … Read the full press release

FUCHS SE to Acquire Swiss Lubricant Specialist STRUB & Co. AG

(IN BRIEF) FUCHS SE has signed a letter of intent to acquire Swiss lubricant company STRUB & Co. AG as part of its strategy to expand its market presence in Switzerland. The acquisition will provide FUCHS with direct access to … Read the full press release

ZEISS SMT Expands Semiconductor Manufacturing Capabilities with Swiss Acquisition

(IN BRIEF) ZEISS Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology (SMT) is acquiring the Lithography division of Beyond Gravity, based in Zurich, Switzerland, and Coswig, Germany. This acquisition aims to boost ZEISS SMT’s production and research capabilities to meet rising global demand for semiconductor … Read the full press release

ServiceNow and CANCOM Partner to Accelerate AI-Driven Digital Transformation for DACH Mittelstand

(IN BRIEF) ServiceNow and CANCOM have formed a strategic partnership to deliver AI-driven digital solutions for mid-sized businesses in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland (DACH region). The collaboration aims to enhance productivity, efficiency, and cost optimization for the Mittelstand by integrating … Read the full press release

New Swiss Liaison Prosecutor Takes Up Role at Eurojust

(IN BRIEF) Philip Schotland has begun his role as the new Liaison Prosecutor for Switzerland at Eurojust, succeeding Sébastien Fetter. Schotland, who previously served as Deputy Liaison Prosecutor, will represent the Swiss judiciary at Eurojust until May 2026. With a … Read the full press release

New SIX and Diebold Nixdorf Partnership Aims to Secure Switzerland’s Cash Supply Through Innovative ATM Pooling

(IN BRIEF) In Switzerland, as the number of bank branches, post offices, and ATMs has significantly decreased in recent years. The collaboration aims to develop new, efficient, and sustainable approaches to ensure long-term access to cash for Swiss citizens. A … Read the full press release