"We deliver the wireless technologies that are critical to Sonova's success," Laurent Saada, the Managing Director of Sonova Communications, proudly explains. In April 2021, the global leader in hearing care solutions opened one of the first carbon-neutral offices in Switzerland. Read article

The Marly Innovation Center (MIC) is home to an impressive number of ambitious life sciences projects. With 7,000 m2 of secure fine chemicals laboratories and customized clean rooms, not to mention flexible leasing options, the MIC is attracting cutting-edge firms and energizing the Fribourg ecosystem. Read article

CordenPharma is the latest occupant of a landmark site for the canton of Fribourg's pharmaceutical sector. The major structural changes it has undergone over the decades have enabled the business location to substantially expand its mission and reach. Read article

Mini-interview with Jean-Nicolas Aebischer, HEIA-FR Director. Read article

The canton of Fribourg has become much more agile in its ability to integrate innovative economic sectors in a way that builds on its existing strengths and is consistent with its development policy. Read article

As Ruetschi Technology conclusively proves, the pairing of precision watchmaking and medical expertise is a match made in business heaven. The family-run company, which was founded in 1959 at the prompting of a watch dial manufacturer, originally produced machined components for the watchmaking, automotive and electronics industries expanded into the medical device market and stepped up its R&D activities. Read article

Will Fribourg soon be better known for its biotechnology and green chemistry expertise than for its chocolate and cheese fondue? If the latest developments coming out of the canton's life sciences sector are anything to go by, this might just happen. Read article

The Biofactory Competence Center (BCC) has forged a stellar reputation since it was founded almost a decade ago. One of its core activities is applied research in pharmaceuticals, industrial biotechnology and food biotechnology, which also happen to be key growth sectors of the canton of Fribourg economy. Read article

The University of Fribourg (Unifr) has many claims to fame. In addition to being the only officially bilingual university in Switzerland (some of its study programs are even trilingual), it is also behind a host of pioneering initiatives that push the boundaries of research and technology. They include the Adolphe Merkle Institute (AMI) and early-stage ventures like Xemperia and Neuria which are at the forefront of efforts to develop innovative life science-based solutions. Read article

"Innovation is not the sole preserve of industry. Service providers are innovators, too," explains Stéphane Gumy, General Manager of PMS Process Management System. "In the world of consulting, innovation means having the ability to develop and deploy innovative solutions that are both affordable and fully compliant with current regulations." Read article