The canton of Vaud is the main center for research and innovation in Switzerland and is one of the wealthiest regions in the world. Science and industry work hand in hand thanks to the presence of globally renowned universities and research centers.
The largest French-speaking region of Switzerland is located at the heart of Europe, in a particularly safe and secure environment at the foot of the Alps and on the shores of Lake Geneva. As well as breath-taking landscapes, it offers a multitude of sporting and family activities and a quality of life recognized – and envied! – the world over.
Industry in Vaud is based on expertise handed down over many generations, which has seen plenty of prime examples of firms earning a reputation for "Swiss Made" quality through the years.
The canton of Vaud is a leading European hub in terms of technology and innovation, most notably in research and development.
A dense network of schools and universities of global renown have placed the canton of Vaud at the forefront of education and research.
A pioneer in the management of autonomous vehicle fleets, scale-up Bestmile now sells its technology to be used in many cities in Switzerland and around the world.
Combagroup uses new environmentally-friendly technologies including a mobile aeroponic system that is unique in the world. Lettuce and aromatic herbs are sprayed with water and nutrients using retractable vertical nozzles.
DEPsys has developed a smart grid management solution. Building on its robust growth in Switzerland, DEPsys now aims to expand globally.
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1/28/2020
Do you belong to the top startups in Switzerland and want to boost your future in China? Then apply to be one of the 10 members of the 2020 Swiss national startup team for a rocking week in China. Venture Leaders China is a unique opportunity toMeet Chinese investorsand experts with the Swiss National Startup Team. Applications are open until 1 March 2020!
Merck announces a 270 million investment for a new Biotech development center in Corsier-sur-Vevey. The new structure will bring together existing activities that are currently dispersed across various sites within the group. The canton of Vaud welcomes this new creation, which strengthens the Health Valley: more than 1,000 companies are located in Western Switzerland. The canton of Vaud alone is home to around 400.
1/29/2020
Five days of talks, tutorials & workshops on Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence with top speakers from around the world. A networking cocktail, organised by the DEV and Innovaud, will take place on Tuesday 28th of January in Lausanne between 6 and 8 pm - on invitation only. For more information (limited places) : tamara.megert@dev.chCall for startups to meet their next hire, client or investor at AMLD 2020 (50 startups will be selected) ! More information on AMLD website.
Swiss Tech Convention Center (EPFL)
The event, organised by Innovaud, FIT, Biopôle and Startupticker will focus on the presentation of the Swiss Venture Capital Report with analyses of investments in Swiss start-ups in 2019. In addition, several support organisations will present themselves and two start-ups will pitch.
Biopôle
1/30/2020
The 2020 Innosuisse training agenda is out and offer 5-Day Trainings in Business Creation and Business Growth for projects in ICT, Engineering or Medtech. . Build your startup with help from the best entrepreneurs and experts in Switzerland. Register now for the next courses in your city to kickstart your entrepreneurial venture!
Lausanne