Tag: Switzerland

ISCC teams with OMV and Airbus to develop Book and Claim Chain-of-Custody models

ISCC teams with OMV and Airbus to develop Book and Claim Chain-of-Custody models

March 9, 2026 |

In Switzerland, ISCC has partnered with OMV and Airbus to support the further development of the global SAF ecosystem. This collaboration is grounded in a shared focus on Book and Claim Chain-of-Custody models. Each partner brings a distinct perspective: energy production, aircraft manufacturing and operation, and sustainability certification. ISCC contributes robust certification expertise rooted in […]

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Grolman to distribute Seprify’s cellulose-based SPF enhancer

Grolman to distribute Seprify’s cellulose-based SPF enhancer

March 2, 2026 |

In Switzerland, Seprify has expanded into the European cosmetics market with its cellulose-based ingredient SilvaLuma through a partnership with Grolman Group.  After more than 20 months of research, development and validation, SilvaLuma is now being introduced to formulators in skincare and suncare products. The ingredient is designed to enhance SPF performance and deliver mattifying effects […]

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Solabia to acquire fellow active ingredient maker Mibelle Biochemistry

Solabia to acquire fellow active ingredient maker Mibelle Biochemistry

February 23, 2026 |

In Switzerland, Solabia Group, a leader in biotechnology-driven active ingredients for health and beauty, has entered into an agreement to acquire Mibelle Biochemistry, a company focused on development and production of unique, active ingredients for the cosmetics, nutraceutical, and food industries, from Persán. Financial terms were not disclosed.  Founded in 1991 in Switzerland as part […]

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Metafuels lands $24M equity round

Metafuels lands $24M equity round

February 19, 2026 |

In Switzerland, global sustainable aviation fuel production must increase more than 150-fold by 2050 to meet projected aviation demand – a scale that bio-based fuels alone cannot deliver. Metafuels, a Swiss aviation technology company, is addressing this challenge with a synthetic methanol-to-jet pathway designed to unlock the volumes, economics, and carbon performance aviation will need […]

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Vioneo moves first bioplastics project from Antwerp to China 

Vioneo moves first bioplastics project from Antwerp to China 

January 19, 2026 |

In Switzerland, biobased plastics company Vioneo has announced it is relocating its first planned project from Antwerp, Belgium to China. The company, which aims to convert biobased methanol into polyethylene and polypropylene, said relocating its first plant to China allows it to tap into a commercial-scale biobased methanol supply. “Our overall mission remains unchanged: scale […]

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World Economic Forum report highlights policy pathways to boost global biofuel use

World Economic Forum report highlights policy pathways to boost global biofuel use

January 15, 2026 |

In Switzerland, amid rising global energy demand and evolving market dynamics, clean fuels are a key pillar for a more secure, affordable and sustainable energy system. Examples ranging from biofuels, e-fuels and hydrogen derivatives to lower-carbon fossil fuels offer multiple sources of economic and societal value. The World Economic Forum has published a new report, […]

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SWISS signls long-term offtake agreement with Synhelion for solar jet fuel

SWISS signls long-term offtake agreement with Synhelion for solar jet fuel

January 1, 2026 |

In Switzerland, Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) and Swiss cleantech company Synhelion have signed a long-term offtake agreement for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). From 2027, SWISS will purchase at least 200 tons of solar jet fuel from Synhelion annually, pioneering the use of this innovative fuel in civil aviation. The agreement marks an important milestone […]

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JETEX invests in Azzera’s SAF digital carbon-management platform

JETEX invests in Azzera’s SAF digital carbon-management platform

January 1, 2026 |

In Switzerland, Azzera Inc. announce that JETEX is the latest strategic investor in the digital carbon-management platform. The new investment positions the technology platform to continue evolving functionality, grow its international footprint, and deliver new client-facing offsetting tools to its users’ customers. Under the terms of the agreement, JETEX will also work with Azzera as a […]

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Kuehne+Nagel and SWISS tie up to boost SAF

Kuehne+Nagel and SWISS tie up to boost SAF

December 17, 2025 |

In Switzerland, Kuehne+Nagel and Swiss International Air Lines are strengthening their strategic partnership to drive more sustainable aviation. With the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding, both companies will collaborate on sustainability projects, with a particular focus on innovative technologies to improve efficiency and reduce environmental impact. The partnership centres on a shared commitment to […]

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Bio-hybrid robot made from langoustine shells works like arcade claw crane

Bio-hybrid robot made from langoustine shells works like arcade claw crane

December 8, 2025 |

In Switzerland, scientists at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne have converted shellfish shells into claws that grip, not unlike the prize-filled claw machines found in arcades. The team found that the combination of strength and flexibility seen in the shells of langoustines makes them a sustainable alternative to metal claws. They added an elastic material […]

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