Swiss cement deliveries rise in the second quarter of 2025

Switzerland: Cement deliveries in the second quarter of 2025 reached 0.99Mt, an increase of 3% compared with the same period in 2024, according to Cemsuisse. The positive trend that began at the end of 2024 has reportedly continued, supported by...

Zurich: Composer Hildur Gudnadóttir on Finding Her Sound and Scoring the Dark Side

Hildur Gudnadóttir never imagined doing anything but making music. “I never really made a decision to become a musician, it was just the normal thing to do in my family,” says the Oscar, Emmy and Golden Globe-winning composer of Joker, Tár and...

ExxonMobil's Singapore layoffs reflect broader industry challenges, analysts say

SINGAPORE: ExxonMobil’s decision to cut up to 500 jobs in Singapore signals wider industry challenges from declining demand and rising supply, analysts said. The US energy giant on Wednesday (Oct 1) said it plans to reduce 10 to 15 per cent of its...

Vatican's Swiss Guards Unveil New Uniform

The Vatican's Swiss Guards have introduced a new formal uniform, marking a significant update to their attire. On Thursday (October 2), Swiss Guards commander Col. Christoph Graf showcased the new design during a presentation ceremony at the...

Goodfellas’ Vincent Maraval Calls For Overhaul Of Int’l Feature Film Category & Talks Hollywood Production Exodus – Zurich Studio

French film sales and production supremo Vincent Maraval stopped by Deadline’s studio at the Zurich Summit this past weekend for a timely chat on the awards season as well as Hollywood’s production exodus conundrum. The Zurich Summit’s parent...

Vatican's Swiss Guards have a new uniform — but don't worry, the iconic one remains

VATICAN CITY -- The world’s oldest army has new uniforms. But don’t worry: The Swiss Guards’ famed blue, yellow and red Renaissance-style billowy garb isn’t going anywhere. Rather, the pope’s army on Tuesday unveiled an additional uniform for...

Manufacturer secures European distribution agreement for Disney-themed collection

Hamish Morjaria Kings Heath-based Dalian Talent Group (DTG) has secured a European distribution agreement for its new Disney candle and home fragrance collection with wholesale gift supplier Enesco. The deal covers all 70 products in the first...

Dual seals five-year capacity deal led by Zurich

Howden-owned managing general agent Dual UK has signed a five-year capacity deal led by Zurich, along with Liberty and other A-rated capacity to support its new regional commercial combined product. According to Dual, the offering will “fill a gap...

The Swiss Guards have a new uniform. Don’t worry, the iconic one remains

VATICAN CITY (AP) — The world’s oldest army has new uniforms. But don’t worry: The Swiss Guards’ famed blue, yellow… VATICAN CITY (AP) — The world’s oldest army has new uniforms. But don’t worry: The Swiss Guards’ famed blue, yellow and red...

Company behind waste incinerator says main construction work about to start

The company behind a controversial half-a-billion-pound waste incinerator coming to Wisbech says its contractor is ready to start main construction work on the site at Algores Way industrial estate. MVV Environment Limited has also announced...

Moroccan avocado exports reach record share in Switzerland

Moroccan avocado exports to Switzerland hit record levels in marketing year (MY) 2024/25, making Morocco the country's second-largest supplier. According to EastFruit, early signs of growth were confirmed, with final figures surpassing...

Swiss Krono focuses on North America

LUCERNE, Switzerland — Swiss Krono Group, one of the world's leading manufacturers of wood-based materials for flooring, interiors, and building materials, announced that the have made a number of changes to its management structure including one...

Swiss Abroad aim for seats in parliament

Although the Council of the Swiss Abroad sits in the House of Representatives, it has no real institutional powers. OSA Listen to the article Listening the article Toggle language selector Select your language Close English (US) English (British)...

Bär & Karrer guides on Swiss medical device company investment

The company specialises in medical devices and technologies used in spinal surgery. The company specialises in medical devices and technologies used in spinal surgery. Swiss law firm Bär & Karrer has provided legal counsel to investment company...

Swiss defence minister urges overhaul of arms export law, sees 'trust' at stake

Swiss Defence Minister Martin Pfister urged Swiss lawmakers to press on with loosening curbs on arms exports to help boost international security cooperation as he warned of potential risks facing the neutral country, APA reports, citing Reuters....

Unexpectedly low Swiss inflation in September creates fresh challenges for the SNB

Swiss inflation stayed unexpectedly low in September, creating fresh challenges for the Swiss National Bank (SNB). At the same time, the country’s economy has been hit hard by Trump’s higher tariffs on Swiss products. According to data released by...

India-EFTA pact to benefit Indian consumers with cheaper seafood, Swiss watches, and industrial goods, says Norwegian Ambassador

The Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) has officially come into force from October 1, promising significant benefits for Indian consumers. The EFTA bloc, which includes...

Company bankruptcies on the rise in Switzerland

Company bankruptcies rise by almost 20 per cent in the first three quarters Keystone-SDA Listen to the article Listening the article Toggle language selector Select your language Close English (US) English (British) Generated with artificial...

Canadian miner completes payment for Bolivian mining assets

Credit: Shutterstock.com/Parilov Dentons Guevara & Gutiérrez in La Paz has helped Canada’s Santacruz Silver Mining complete the acquisition of Bolivian mining assets from Swiss company Glencore, a deal worth US$40 million. Subscribe to unlock...

Bellevue Taps Industry Veteran to Drive Asia-Pacific Expansion

Swiss-based Bellevue Asset Management has appointed a proven executive as Head of Distribution Asia Pacific, adding a seasoned asset management leader with deep regional expertise and a broad network. Based in Singapore, she will spearhead the...