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A “beacon of science”

Daniela Gnielinski — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Biozentrum at the University of Basel

The Biozentrum at the University of Basel is one of the world’s leading interdisciplinary institutes for life sciences. More than 500 staff members and 30 international research teams conduct basic molecular and biomedical research and teach. Founded in 1971, the Biozentrum has been the birthplace of numerous groundbreaking discoveries in biology and medicine and has produced several Nobel laureates. The new Biozentrum building (opening in 2021) was the first milestone on the path to the University of Basel’s Life Sciences Campus.

Train stations are the SBB's calling card

Janine Zimmermann — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Beatrice Bichsel, what fascinates you about SBB?

The railway system in Switzerland is complex, and SBB is an exciting and very diverse company. I like how mobility and urban development are intertwined at SBB Real Estate: Thousands of trains run on time and at frequent intervals every day. The stations are located in the heart of cities; they are central meeting places and hubs of daily life. This interplay is unique and fascinating.

How to get buildings back into top condition in spring

Matthias Dürig — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT

The transition from winter to spring is a critical phase for facility management. While routine cleaning in winter is primarily aimed at damage control, the focus in spring is on thoroughly removing accumulated residue, protecting surfaces, and inspecting safety-critical areas. For nursing homes and hospitals, where hygiene, safety, and a functional environment are paramount, this phase is of particular importance.

ISS Switzerland continues to grow

Janine Zimmermann — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT

In fiscal year 2025, ISS generated revenue of CHF 914 million. Compared to the previous year (CHF 901 million), this represents an increase of 1.4 percent. This growth is driven by long-term customer partnerships, high service quality, and the targeted expansion of technical and integrated facility services.

From the night shift to the dovecote

Daniela Gnielinski — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:00:00 GMT

BEKRI UKA

Born and raised in Kosovo, he began his professional career with an apprenticeship as an auto painter. Bekri came to Switzerland 16 years ago and has felt at home here ever since. He has been working at the Therme Zurzach facility for eight years, first as an employee, then as a deputy, and now as site manager. Bekri particularly enjoys working the night shift because it gives him the flexibility to be there for his family during the day.

Between the Ice Rink and the Front Desk - Matia Birchler Juggles Two Roles

Daniela Gnielinski — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 07:00:00 GMT

On the ice, standing at 1.95 meters tall, he plays goalie for EV Zug; in the office, he works at the front desk for ISS. The 18-year-old juggles his dual roles in sports and work with the same passion: as a team player who takes on responsibility - both on the ice and in everyday life.

ISS Switzerland wins an IFM contract from a leading life sciences and pharmaceutical company

Janine Zimmermann — Mon, 26 Jan 2026 07:00:00 GMT

The contract covers four key locations in Switzerland and will begin in the second quarter of 2026. ISS will be directly contracted by the client and will serve as a strategic partner for integrated facility management solutions.

Side by Side: Company Day 2025

Stephan Fischer — Sat, 06 Dec 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Facility Management as a Bridge Builder

Daniela Gnielinski — Tue, 02 Dec 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Clear Rules, Focus on the Goal

Integrating facility management organizations during a merger is not a sure thing. It requires clear guidelines, harmonized processes and contracts, and a shared roadmap with the FM partner. It also requires transparent communication, employee empowerment, and quick wins. In highly complex projects, experience has shown that involving the human factor from the very beginning while simultaneously establishing technical and organizational clarity significantly increases the chances of success. In practice, seven success factors emerge:

Robotics in action: How we tested the future with Wall-E

Elena Frieling — Thu, 27 Nov 2025 07:00:00 GMT

Digital Progress with a Human Focus

The pilot project was initiated by Alessandro Ferrante, a master’s student at EPFL and founder of the startup H-Robotics. With technical expertise and a great deal of passion, he oversaw the testing from the very beginning. Among other things, the robot was evaluated for efficiency, autonomy, and user-friendliness. The results were positive: The robot handled both hard floors and carpeted surfaces, navigated steadily, and - most importantly - quickly became a crowd favorite through its interactions with people - some passersby even called it “Wall-E.” “The dust bins were well-filled after every use - which shows that it really works. The PUDU CC1 performed particularly well on hard floors,” said Alessandro Ferrante.