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12.02.2026

Koster AG Holzwelten and Empa create spalted wood

Gossau/St. Gallen - Koster AG Holzwelten has succeeded in producing spalted wood in collaboration with the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (Empa). This marbled wood is characterized by patterns of black lines etched by a fungus. It is now being marketed under the name Myrai.
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10.02.2026

Huus Quell becomes member of Responsible Hotels of Switzerland

Gonten/Zurich - Huus Quell from Appenzeller Huus has become a new member of the hotel group Responsible Hotels of Switzerland. As an independent business, Huus Quell operates according to the verified criteria of the hotel cooperation for sustainability and social responsibility.
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05.02.2026

HSG secures financial support from the Dieter Schwarz Foundation

St.Gallen/Neckarsulm - The University of St.Gallen (HSG) has launched a five-year research project with the goal of achieving digital autonomy in Europe. With financial support from the German Dieter Schwarz Foundation, the researchers aim to contribute to the development of sovereign cloud infrastructures and digital ecosystems.
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04.02.2026

China remains central market for Swiss companies

St.Gallen - Despite geopolitical tensions, Swiss companies are relying on China as a central market. However, competition has intensified significantly and requires modified strategies. This is shown in a new study by the China Competence Center at the University of St.Gallen (HSG).
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