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Inspired by its centuries-long watchmaking heritage, Western Switzerland has developed unique know-how in the interconnected fields of precision mechanics, MEMS, microelectronics and nanotechnologies. Today, the region serves as a point of reference in these sectors and is home to international companies such as Marvell, Semtech, Festo Microtechnology, Safran Sensing Technologies Switzerland, Melexis Technologies and Etel.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n

<\/p>A concentration of watchmaking know-how<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Numerous prestigious watchmaking brands were born in Western Switerland: Breguet, Hublot, Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constantin, Ulysse Nardin, Jaeger LeCoultre, TAG Heuer, Audemars Piguet as well as the world\u2019s two most famous brands, Rolex and Omega. The watchmaking sector in the region has achieved numerous “firsts” in the industry, such as producing the world’s first wristwatch, quartz watch, water-resistant watch, thinnest wristwatch, smallest and most expensive watches, showcasing the region’s pioneering spirit and innovation in the watchmaking sector. Due to the extensive know-how found throughout the region, companies have access to unrivalled skills in precision engineering and design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Technology and high precision innovation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

International companies in precision or robotics, such as ABB, Intuitive Surgical or STMicroelectronics, have chosen Western Switzerland to capitalize on the synergies offered by renowned academic and research institutions, which provide state-of-the-art resources. Microcity<\/a>, a center of excellence and innovation in the field of micro and nanotechnologies, microfabrication, and industrialization processes, encompasses all competencies related to precision, from conceptualization to product production and commercialization. Furthermore, it is strategically located in close proximity to the Swiss Center for Electronics and Microtechnology (CSEM<\/a>), which is dedicated to developing microtechnologies and transferring that expertise to the industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Fondation Suisse pour la Recherche en Microtechnologie (FSRM<\/a>) offers a diverse range of comprehensive training programs that cover various fields within the sector, ranging from quality control in precision engineering to micro-optics and micropositioning. Meanwhile, the Adolphe Merkle Institute (AMI<\/a>) at the University of Fribourg serves as a dedicated research center for materials science and nanosciences. The AMI has its own technology transfer office, as well as an applied sciences laboratory for collaborating with companies. Additionally, the Parc Technologique de Saint-Imier (PTSI<\/a>) provides a collaborative environment for institutes, start-ups, and companies working in microtechnologies and precision engineering, with a particular emphasis on medical engineering and cleantech. Furthermore, Western Switzerland benefits from the expertise of the Micronarc<\/a> platform, which develops and promotes the region\u2019s scientific, technical and economic position in the field of micro and nanotechnologies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Western Switzerland hosts prominent events dedicated to micro and nanotechnologies and precision engineering, which provides the opportunity to strengthen business relationships in a convivial and international setting. A few examples of these events include the Salon International \u2013 Leader de la Haute Pr\u00e9cision Horlog\u00e8re, Microtechnologies et Medtech (EPHJ<\/a>), the Trade Fair for Microtechnology Production (SIAMS<\/a>) which attracts exhibitors from all over Europe, as well as mAm \u2013 The Microproducts Annual Meeting<\/a>, an international conference on microfabrication renowned for the quality of its program and networking.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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