The Fribourg construction sector is part of the bioeconomy, one of the two axes of the canton’s economic strategy. It is proving to be very robust and is prepared for the major upheavals that will result from the challenges of climate change, resource scarcity and digital progress.
“Whether in the fields of wood construction, metal construction, concrete, plastics, civil engineering or energy efficiency, Fribourg companies enjoy an excellent reputation throughout the country and beyond thanks to their know-how,” says a delighted Olivier Curty, Director of Economic Affairs and Vocational Training for the Canton of Fribourg.
The players in the sector are supported in their projects and activities in particular by the Building Innovation Cluster, which plays an important role in dynamising the sector, and by the Smart Living Lab, the leading centre of excellence for the future of the built environment. Jerry Krattiger, Director of the Fribourg Economic Development Agency (WIF): “The environment is favourable for the development of partnerships and innovative projects. The framework conditions are excellent, the skills and the will are there… we just have to use them to shape our future!
Presentation of the magazine
The 2023 edition of Fribourg Network Fribourg was presented at a panel discussion organised by the WIF in the bluefactory innovation quarter. In the presence of Jacques Boschung, President of Bluefactory Fribourg-Fribourg SA, and Remo Daguati, President of the Swiss Association for Site Management (SVSM), representatives of the Smart Living Lab research and development centre, the companies JPF Holding SA and Lutz Architectes, and the founder of Mobbot shared their experiences and discussed trends, innovation opportunities and challenges in the construction sector.
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