VAUD: We grow innovation
Science and industry work hand in hand thanks to the presence of globally renowned universities, research centers and companies, providing entrepreneurs with endless possibilities for innovation.
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.
Lunaphore has developed a device used to analyze and identify cancerous tissue in less than 15 minutes. The startup plans to market its technology to hospitals and research labs.
DEPsys has developed a smart grid management solution. Building on its robust growth in Switzerland, DEPsys now aims to expand globally.
CleanGreens 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.
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5/18/2026
The Vaud Wood Platform, of which the Nyon Region is a member alongside seven regional bodies and trade organisations, welcomes the State Council’s renewed support, extended until 2029, for the programme to promote the timber service sector in the canton of Vaud.
5/7/2026
The winners of the 2026 Entreprendre Lausanne Région Awards were announced on Wednesday evening at the end of the awards ceremony held at Beaulieu, Lausanne. The PERL Trophy, worth CHF 50,000, was awarded to PAVE Space. Three Innovation Awards, each worth CHF 10,000, were presented to WasteFlow, Rea Diagnostics and SurfAce Cleantech. The Jury’s Favourite Award and the People’s Choice Award, each worth CHF 10,000, were presented to Birds&Co
5/26/2026
Are you looking to launch a business venture? Join the ‘Matinale des nouveaux entrepreneurs’ event, organised by the Centre Patronal! On the agenda: exploring the key steps to success, choosing the right legal structure, understanding legal obligations, and discovering the local entrepreneurial ecosystem. In partnership with the Lausanne Région regional association and the Association of Notaries of Vaud.
Centre Patronal
5/29/2026
Immerse yourself in the transformations that are redefining the industry! How can you effectively leverage data to better manage operations, increase responsiveness, and support industrial performance on a daily basis?
Y-PARC
6/8/2026
Are you an entrepreneur starting to think about selling your business? Are you considering taking over an existing business? On the agenda: identifying the key steps in a sale or takeover project, understanding the tax and legal implications depending on the company’s legal structure, and discovering the financing options available. A clear and accessible overview of the fundamental stages of a business transfer process, presented in a practical way and without jargon. In partnership with the regional association Promove et Relève PME.
Astra Hotel Vevey