FROM RESEARCH INSIGHT TO HYDROGEN INNOVATION: TOSA SWISSTECH'S GROWTH JOURNEY

TOSA Swisstech transformed advanced materials research into innovative hydrogen fuel cell technology, supported by Switzerland Innovation Park Basel Area – Jura and the Tech4Impact program.

«The support from the Switzerland Innovation Park Basel Area gave us a Swiss brand image for innovation and makes it easier for us to develop our network. It's a place where creativity can be shared and exchanged.»

Sawsane Queloz

Founder, TOSA Swisstech

As the global demand for clean energy solutions grows, hydrogen fuel cells are gaining importance as a key technology for reducing emissions. Swiss startup TOSA Swisstech is helping accelerate this transition by developing innovative composite bipolar plates, a critical component within fuel cells. Founded by materials scientist Sawsane Queloz, the company originated from research conducted at the FHNW Polymer Materials Research Center, where an industry project inspired the idea of replacing traditional metal bipolar plates with lighter, more durable and cost-effective composite alternatives.

Transforming this innovation into a business required more than technical expertise. To validate the technology, build industry connections and prepare for commercialization, TOSA Swisstech joined the Switzerland Innovation Park Basel Area – Jura. The innovation ecosystem provided access to valuable networks, visibility and entrepreneurial support, while the region's strong microtechnology and manufacturing heritage created favourable conditions for growth. Additional momentum came through the Switzerland Innovation Foundation's Tech4Impact programme, which provided both financial support and increased visibility.

Today, TOSA Swisstech is entering a new phase of development. The establishment of its first production facility in Delémont marks the transition from research and development to industrial-scale manufacturing. By combining advanced materials expertise with entrepreneurial ambition, the company demonstrates how Swiss innovation can contribute to a more sustainable energy future while strengthening the country's position in clean technology.

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