Stadler Rail
Stadler wins CHF300 million Saudi rail contract
Stadler Rail has secured a further CHF300 million order for ten Intercity trains from Saudi Arabia, doubling the fleet covered by its existing contract.
13 days ago · 1 source
robotics
Swiss Robotics Sector Faces Transition as AI Start-ups Emerge
Switzerland’s robotics sector is entering a period of transition as ABB prepares to sell its robotics division while start-ups linked to ETH Zurich and EPFL develop new AI-enabled machines.
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Volkswagen
Volkswagen restructuring puts selected Swiss suppliers on watch
Volkswagen’s major restructuring is expected to have a limited immediate effect on most Swiss automotive suppliers, although Feintool may be more exposed because of its dependence on European vehicle production. The story would assess how the German car industry’s transition affects Swiss manufacturers.
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China
New Switzerland-China trade deal promises tariff relief for exporters
Switzerland and China have concluded negotiations on an upgraded trade agreement that would eventually remove tariffs on 99.8% of current Swiss exports to China. The deal could materially affect exporters facing pressure from the strong franc and other international trade barriers.
Le News
business
Pioneering entrepreneur and Swatch Group board member Esther Grether, known for breaking glass ceilings in Swiss business world, passes away in Basel.
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