Industry Clusters
Zug region hosts diverse industry clusters. Discover thriving business collaborations, innovation and growth opportunities.
International business area
The Canton of Zug is a vibrant international business area that has attracted leading industry clusters and new technologies over the decades. Zug is also a preferred location for international headquarters and service providers specializing in specific industries. Companies appreciate the service-oriented and lean administration, which enjoys an excellent reputation.
Platforms, Institutions and Associations
In Zug, you will find a variety of platforms, institutions, and associations that support industry-specific networking. Collaborating closely with these organizations allows companies to position themselves successfully in Zug's dynamic economic landscape and benefit from the numerous opportunities offered by the canton and its 11 municipalities.
Innovation platforms and institutions
At the Switzerland Innovation Park Central, we focus on the building and energy sector. Together with our members, we pursue the goal of creating a built environment worth living in. We value the well-being of society, a sustainable approach to our environment and economically successful innovations.
The Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts is the university of applied sciences of the six Central Swiss cantons and occupies a number of locations in Lucerne and Zug. The Institute of Financial Services Zug (IFZ) and the School of Computer Science and Information Technology are located at the Campus Zug-Rotkreuz. They can be reached easily using both public and private transport.
Central Switzerland University of Applied Sciences and Arts HSLU
The Technology Forum Zug is a welcoming platform that connects innovative and technology-oriented companies. Professionals from various fields of expertise come together here to exchange ideas and learn from one another.
On the grounds of V-ZUG, a groundbreaking ecosystem for innovative technologies and services is being established. The Tech Cluster Zug will be a hub for visionary ideas and pioneering advancements. This is where companies, research institutions, and startups come together to collaboratively shape the future.
The WERZ Institute is a significant competence center for energy and resource efficiency. It is a respected institution for knowledge, energy, and raw materials, contributing to the development of sustainable solutions and innovative approaches to enhance efficiency.
ETH Zurich is one of the world's leading universities with an outstanding specialization in natural sciences, technology, engineering, and mathematics. As a prestigious educational institution, ETH Zurich is at the forefront of research and innovation, having earned an international reputation for academic excellence.
Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich (ETHZ)
The University of Zurich is the largest educational institution in Switzerland, offering an impressive variety of faculties. Here, you find faculties for humanities and social sciences, business, computer science, law, medicine, natural sciences, theology, and veterinary medicine.
Swiss Innovation Agency, operating as the Swiss Innovation Promotion Agency, provides support for R&D projects, entrepreneurship, and the growth of startup enterprises.
Associations
The Zug Chamber of Commerce is an organization that actively advocates for the economic interests of its members with authorities and political decision-makers. It is committed to promoting Zug as an attractive business location.
The association enables strong networking among trading companies, SMEs, and large corporations in the region. New businesses are quickly and effectively integrated into the dynamic network. The ZUGWEST economic region thus creates a vibrant platform for the exchange and collaboration of companies of all sizes.
As the largest business association in the canton, the Trade Association represents the interests of small and medium-sized enterprises at both the political and economic levels. It actively advocates for the concerns of these businesses in the Canton of Zug and plays a significant role in promoting and supporting the local economy.
Startseite - Gewerbeverband des Kanton Zug (zugergewerbe.ch)
HR Services Zug is the local association of human resources consulting companies in the region. As a dedicated consortium, HR Services Zug promotes collaboration and exchange among member companies. The association provides a valuable platform for networking HR experts and supports businesses in finding the best talents for their demanding personnel tasks.
The Business am See Zug association creates a personal framework for its members to build and deepen personal business relationships. Weekly events and lectures are held for entrepreneurs from the Zug area and the neighboring region.
The trustee/fiduciary association is a community of professional interests in the region of the Canton of Zug. Their members are service providers in the area of corporate administration, accounting, tax compliance etc. and support companies in incorporation and in doing business
The Attorney’s Association of the Canton of Zug is the professional organization of independent and self-employed lawyers/ legal advisors in the Canton of Zug. Their members act as legal advisors in the area of company incorporation, corporate administration, legal compliance etc. and support companies in doing business.”
Home - Advokatenverein des Kantons Zug (advokatenverein-zug.ch)
Investment Promotion Partners
Switzerland Global Enterprise (S-GE) is the official Swiss organization for export and investment promotion. As a private consulting and platform organization commissioned by the Confederation and the cantons, S-GE supports over 5,500 customers in Switzerland and around 130 other countries with their international business development.
Greater Zurich Area Ltd (GZA) is the official investment promotion agency of the economic region of Zurich. GZA is a reliable Swiss business concierge for companies looking to grow internationally. They guide interested companies through the ecosystem of the Greater Zurich Area and network them with the relevant companies, universities and research institutes, incubators, platforms, associations and authorities. Their services are free of charge.