Tag Archives: University of St. Gallen

HSG Leads the Charge: Pioneering EU and Swiss-Funded Projects to Transform Sustainable Agriculture and Land Use

(IN BRIEF) The University of St. Gallen (HSG) is spearheading three innovative projects—Nostradamus, LandShift, and AfroGrow—aimed at promoting sustainable agriculture and land use, with financial support from both the EU’s Horizon Europe programme and the Swiss State Secretariat for Education, … Read the full press release

University of St. Gallen Celebrates Innovation with Honorary Professorship for Andrea Caroni

(IN BRIEF) Andrea Caroni has been named an Honorary Professor at the University of St. Gallen in acknowledgment of his significant contributions to both the academic and business worlds. The appointment honors his longstanding commitment to integrating rigorous academic research … Read the full press release

ETHSG Association Bridges Gap Between ETH Zurich and HSG Students to Foster Start-up Innovation

(IN BRIEF) The ETHSG association, founded in 2020, unites students from ETH Zurich and the University of St. Gallen (HSG) to foster collaboration between business and technical expertise, with a focus on developing start-ups. Through workshops, company visits, and social … Read the full press release

Björn Ambos Appointed New Dean of the University of St. Gallen’s School of Management, Succeeding Reinhard Jung

(IN BRIEF) The University of St. Gallen has announced that Professor Björn Ambos will become the new Dean of the School of Management, starting February 1, 2025, succeeding Professor Reinhard Jung. Ambos, an expert in strategic management, brings significant academic … Read the full press release

Mobile Payments Overtake Debit Cards and Cash as Top Payment Method in Switzerland, According to ZHAW and University of St.Gallen Report

(IN BRIEF) The latest Swiss Payment Monitor report reveals that mobile payments have become the most popular payment method in Switzerland, surpassing debit cards and cash for the first time. Mobile devices now account for 26.8% of all transactions, driven … Read the full press release

Innovative Mobility Study in Eastern Switzerland Explores Integration of Public Transport with E-Bikes and E-Scooters

(IN BRIEF) A pioneering research project in Eastern Switzerland, led by the Institute for Mobility (IMO-HSG) and partnered with OSTWIND, TIER, SBB, and local authorities, is exploring the integration of public transport with shared micromobility options like e-bikes and e-scooters. … Read the full press release

Leading Healthcare Giant Fresenius Establishes ESG Advisory Board

(IN BRIEF) Fresenius, a global healthcare group, has appointed an independent advisory board to focus on sustainability issues. Comprising four experts from various fields, the board will support the development of Fresenius’ sustainability strategy. This move reflects Fresenius’ commitment to … Read the full press release

Kuehne + Nagel International AG announces proposal for election of Tobias B. Staehelin to the Board of Directors

(PRESS RELEASE) SCHINDELLEGI, 3-Mar-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Global transport and logistics company Kuehne + Nagel International AG announces that Tobias B. Staehelin will be proposed for election to the Board of Directors at the Annual General Meeting on May 4, … Read the full press release