THE WORLD’S LEADING HUB FOR SCIENCE-DRIVEN R&D

Find the best location and partners to drive innovation and growth:

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Affiliated Research
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Swiss Industry
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Residents
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Global Hub Partners

ADVANCED MANUFACTURING AND MATERIALS

Switzerland combines deep-rooted precision engineering with globally leading expertise in lightweight materials, additive manufacturing, surface treatments, and nanotechnology, supported by institutions like Empa and a dense SME ecosystem.

Switzerland’s manufacturing sector employs over 500,000 people and accounts for ~18% of GDP. Swiss-headquartered leaders like ABB (automation), GF (precision machining), Oerlikon (surface solutions), Bühler (advanced food & die-casting systems), Sika (high-performance materials), and Schindler (mobility systems) anchor global supply chains. Research is led by ETH Zurich, EPFL, FHNW, and Empa - where breakthroughs in nanotech, lightweight composites, additive manufacturing, and sustainable materials are translated rapidly into industrial applications. With 40%+ of firms doing in-house R&D, and deep integration between SMEs and science hubs, Switzerland offers a uniquely dense and innovation-driven production ecosystem.

Key Facts

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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