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Drones

Empa’s newly inaugurated DroneHub on the NEST campus aims to redefine the role of drones and robotics in addressing global environmental and infrastructure challenges.

Empa inaugurates a pioneering facility for sustainability robotics

25 November 2024

Western Switzerland, a region renowned for its precision engineering and watchmaking heritage, has become a hub for robotics innovation, blending technical expertise with pragmatic industrial applications. Home to companies like ABB, Intuitive Surgical, STMicroelectronics, and a strong ecosystem of academic and governmental support, Switzerland’s robotics sector offers an attractive environment for companies focusing on industrial automation rather than flashy consumer robotics.

Western Switzerland for Robotics Companies

Empa researcher Mirko Kovac has been appointed as Professor of Sustainability Robotics at EPFL, marking a new collaboration aimed at developing cutting-edge drone and robotic technology for environmental and construction applications.

Joint professorship in robotics between EPFL and Empa to promote sustainability research

17 September 2024

Thomas Ingold, CEO and Founder of DroneControl Sàrl.

Four innovative Geneva start-ups receive FIF support

31 October 2023

This partnership between Dufour Aerospace and armasuisse underlines the rising significance of tilt-wing aircraft in security and defence scenarios.

Swiss defence office taps Dufour Aerospace for advanced tilt-wing research

12 September 2023

swiss aeropole will house a one-of-a-kind test site in Switzerland

6 March 2023

Flybotix secures CHF 5.5 million to enhance drone navigation with its patented technology

10 January 2023

Switzerland will follow EU regulations on drones

5 December 2022

Dentsply Sirona, SICPA and Flyability win the Vaud International Business Award

28 November 2022

Dufour Aerospace sells 140 of its innovative eVTOL towards emergency medical services

15 November 2022

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