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PARK OST
Switzerland Innovation Park Ost, with campuses in St. Gallen and Buchs, connects companies, startups, and research institutions with a focus on sensor technology in the MEM and medtech industry, smart manufacturing and automation, additive manufacturing for metals and hybrid materials, as well as new digital business models and products, such as those related to the circular economy. The park offers modern infrastructure, co-working spaces, and laboratories. Through partnerships with institutions like Empa, the University of St. Gallen, and the St. Gallen Cantonal Hospital, along with a favourable funding environment, it supports knowledge and technology transfer. The startup accelerator Startfeld provides additional support for new ventures.
Ecosystem
Eastern Switzerland has long been a hub for the MEM industry. In collaboration with the University of St. Gallen (HSG), the Eastern Switzerland University of Applied Sciences (OST), and leading industrial companies, the region is driving the transformation of production through digitalization, new technologies, and business models. This work results in best practices for smart manufacturing and innovative production methods essential to a sustainable circular economy.
Partners
As a leading Swiss innovation center, inspire AG is advancing Selective Laser Melting (SLM) technology. The organization collaborates closely with top-tier technology companies such as Beyond Gravity to develop high-precision, lightweight, and durable metal components. Using the powder bed fusion process, inspire AG creates optimized structures that reduce weight and enhance functionality - crucial for the next generation of satellites and space systems.
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The Health Innovation Hub is a dynamic ecosystem focused on developing technologies for digital health. It drives innovations such as remote health monitoring, smart emergency systems, and health-promoting apps. Artificial intelligence enables early risk detection, while personalized healthcare and assistive technologies enhance independence and quality of life for older adults and individuals with impairments.
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The Health Innovation Hub is an ecosystem supporting Active Assisted Living (AAL) through research in medtech and diagnostics. It develops technologies for remote vital sign monitoring, AI-assisted diagnostics, and telemedicine. Assistive medical solutions - such as smart devices and automated medication delivery systems - enhance independence, while personalized medicine enables more accurate diagnoses and individualized treatment plans for older adults and people with impairments.
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Recently recognized as a research infrastructure of national importance, the Hagerbach Test Gallery offers the ideal underground environment for testing construction materials, conducting CO₂-reduction projects, or supporting space research. Across 25,000 m², top-level research, training, and full-scale (1:1) testing are carried out in tunnels, laboratories, caverns, and test fields - or the unique underground world is used for extraordinary events.
The Experience St. Gallen program by Switzerland Innovation Park Ost (SIP Ost) supports companies in establishing a presence in the St. Gallen region. Participants receive a personal coach who designs tailored visit programs to introduce them to key research institutions and companies. The program also facilitates contact with government authorities and provides information about relevant events to help build a strong local network.
Switzerland Innovation Park OST supports startups from idea to market. The Startfeld program offers mentoring, pitch opportunities, up to CHF 18,000 in support, CHF 300,000 in seed funding, and access to top infrastructure. In 2024, Startfeld was named one of Europe’s top startup hubs. A new accelerator, developed with investors, aims to promote leading international startups in health, digitalization, and sensor technology.
Switzerland Innovation Park Ost (SIP Ost) offers approximately 7,500 m² of office space. Units range from 22 m² to 149 m² and can be configured flexibly. Tenants benefit from comprehensive infrastructure, including internet access, meeting rooms, a co-working area, printing facilities, kitchen use, and unlimited coffee. The office spaces are ideal for start ups, SMEs, and innovation projects.
Switzerland Innovation Park Ost (SIP Ost) offers flexible co-working spaces that can be booked by the hour or by the month. These include workstations with a second screen, access to co-working areas, meeting rooms, a kitchen, and unlimited coffee. The co-working environment fosters creativity and innovation in a dynamic and well-connected workspace.
The Switzerland Innovation Park Ost (SIP Ost) offers a wide range of conferences and events that foster innovation and networking. Highlights include the START Summit, the Innovation Forum, the Photonics and Optics Conference, the Precision Technology Convention and the Digital Conference Eastern Switzerland. In addition, regular networking events such as the Startfeld Partner Lunches and “Beer at 4!” support exchange within the innovation community.
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The Switzerland Innovation Parks network connects companies, researchers, and academic partners across Switzerland, providing the expertise, infrastructure, and environment needed to develop and bring new ideas to market.
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Success Stories

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From Spin-Out to Global Impact: T3 Pharma’s Journey to Success

Stellar Alpina Builds Detonation Propulsion for Space Mobility

ABILITY Neurotech Moves Implantable BCIs Toward Clinical Use

Usinnove Opens New HealthTech and MedTech Hub in Neuchâtel

DePoly Accelerates the Circular Plastics Economy with EIC Accelerator Support

Innovation Meets Sustainability: PERFECO Shapes the Future of Coatings

Building the Foundation for Scientific AI: Why TetraScience Chose Basel for Its European Expansion

Paving the way to Space at the Switzerland Innovation Park Zurich - Center for Space and Aviation Switzerland and Liechtenstein (CSA)

From Science to Personalized Healthcare: How Basel's Innovation Ecosystem is Transforming Patient Care

CRATER Builds ETH's First Rover at Switzerland Innovation Park Zurich

VDL ETG: Deep-Tech Manufacturing Meets Science at Park Innovaare

Campus Biotech Turns Scientific Excellence into Patient Impact

Minysa Advances Swiss GaN Chips for Space Power Systems

Connected Pregnancy Care Moves Closer to Home

ESA in collaboration with PSI Opens Deep-Tech Innovation Hub at Switzerland Innovation Park Innovaare

BD Expands Innovation Footprint in Basel Area

A New Approach to Automotive Waste – Grensol Closes the Loop

Student - Industry Synergy: ETH Zurich's Fast-Track to Innovation

SDSC Boosts AI Innovation from New HQ at Biopôle

ARIS Turns Student Ambition into Space Hardware

Proxima Fusion: Shaping the Future of Fusion Energy

Starlab Space Establishes European Hub in Zurich

The World’s Thinnest Separation Technology

Hyperloop Innovation Grows at Switzerland Innovation Park Zurich

From Research Insight to Hydrogen Innovation: TOSA Swisstech's Growth Journey

Sipchem InnoVent Drives Circular Innovation at EPFL Innovation Park

S3C: Swiss Hub for Collaborative Robotics in Industry

Novigenix: AI-Powered Liquid Biopsy for Precision Oncology

Iprova Streamlines Invention with AI, Accelerating the Development of Patentable Ideas

Engimmune & CSEM: Fast-Tracking TCR Cancer Therapies

CircuBAT: A Circular Economy for Lithium-Ion Batteries

Novostia’s TRIFLO Heart Valve Completes First Trial Phase

CNS Therapy: Tackling Chronic Pain at the Root

Rematter AG: Sustainable Ceilings for Circular Construction

Solskin Adaptive Solar Facade by Zurich Soft Robotics

Smartconext AG: AI Platform Transforms Project Acquisition

Revoltab & Otto Fischer: Smart Fragrance Meets Infrastructure

Swissloop Wins Six Awards at European Hyperloop Week

Deftex Cluster Brings Textile Innovation Closer to Market

Geneva Puts Brain Health Innovation in the Spotlight

Switzerland and Vietnam Strengthen Innovation Ties

Switzerland Strengthens Its Position as a Global Deep Tech Leader

Jean-Philippe Doyen Takes Helm at Innovation Park Ost

Three Biopôle Companies Advance Healthcare Innovation

Swiss PIC technology transfer centre is inaugurated at Switzerland Innovation Park Innovaare

A demonstrator at Energypolis Sion, places Valais at the heart of the energy transition

Accelerating Industrial Innovation with Private 5G and AI in Switzerland