The Japanese technology giant Hitachi is considering expanding its production capacity in Switzerland, creating 3,000 jobs.
The new plant could be in Wettingen in canton Aargau among other potential sites.
Local authorities say talks with the company are progressing constructively.
Hitachi – which is based in Tokyo - already operates eleven sites in Switzerland. Seven years ago, it bought the power grid division from the Swiss/Swedish conglomerate ABB.
Construction could begin from mid 2027.
Moment of reflection at 2pm Friday
Switzerland will hold a national day of mourning today for the victims of the fire at the Constellation bar in Crans-Montana.
Flu pressures hospitals
Health authorities in Geneva say this winter’s flu epidemic is proving earlier and more severe than expected, with record pressure on hospitals.
Swiss defence minister warns of Russian propaganda
Switzerland’s defence minister has warned of a growing campaign of Russian disinformation targeting the country.
Warning to stay off the ice
Police in southern Germany are warning of dangerous conditions on parts of frozen Lake Constance, after three people fell through the ice earlier this week.
Health officials say flu season has not peaked
Health officials in Switzerland are warning that the flu season has not yet peaked.
A 'bomb cyclone' is approaching
Switzerland is bracing for severe weather as a powerful storm system approaches northern Europe.
