Professional & Trade Associations

Association Spitex privée Suisse (ASPS) 

Bern · Since 2005

Association Spitex privée Suisse (ASPS) represents private Spitex organisations in Switzerland. The association engages in political advocacy on topics such as care financing and health insurance reform, promotes equal treatment and transparency for private home-care providers, and supports members with coordination, advisory services and a quality seal.

Association suisse des négociants en café 

Geneva · Since 1984

The company's core activity is the representation and coordination of green coffee trade in Switzerland, including the promotion of best practices in the areas of human rights and sustainability, as well as the organization of events such as the Swiss Coffee Forum and dinners for the global coffee industry.

Association Suisse des Lymphothérapeutes - ASDL 

Corseaux · Since 2021

The core activity of the company "Association Suisse des Lymphothérapeutes" is the promotion and certification of lymph therapists in Switzerland. This includes: * Creating and managing a label for the quality of training and further education of lymph therapists * Organizing continuing education events for lymph therapists * Maintaining a list of certified lymph therapists, which is regularly updated * Supporting patients and other interested parties in finding qualified lymph therapists.

Matériaux de construction circulaires Valais 

Sion · Since 1979

The core activity of AVGB - VWKB is the representation and promotion of the interests of the gravel and concrete industry in the canton of Valais, Switzerland. It is a professional and independent association that advocates for the technical, economic, administrative, legislative and safety-related concerns of its members.

Association Valaisanne des Entreprises de carrelages (AVEC) 

Sion · Since 1955

The company's core activity is the representation and support of companies in the construction and building industry, particularly in the field of gros-oeuvres, as well as the promotion of its members' interests in the areas of politics, economy, education and law. The company offers its members services such as consulting, training, information and legal advice, and advocates for quality, safety and sustainability in the construction industry.

Association vaudoise de contrôle des branches agricoles 

Lausanne · Since 2015

Association vaudoise de contrôle des branches agricoles is a professional, independent inspection body for agricultural programmes. Its management is handled by Ecoprest (Prométerre provides equipment and staff); the organisation appoints farm operators as inspectors and is recognised in conformity with ISO/CEI 17020:2012 (n° SIS 0183).

Association vaudoise des banques 

Paudex · Since 1986

The company's core activity is the representation and promotion of the interests of banks and financial institutions in the canton of Vaud, Switzerland. This includes organizing events, providing information and resources to members, promoting cooperation between banks and other financial actors, as well as representing the industry to the public and authorities.

Association vaudoise des installateurs de chauffage et ventilation (AVCV) 

Tolochenaz · Since 2021

The company's core activity is the representation and promotion of the interests of heating and ventilation system installers in Switzerland, particularly through the provision of training and continuing education programs, the certification of skilled workers, and the support of member companies.

Association Vaudoise du Coin de Terre 

Lausanne · Since 1957

The core activity of the company "Association Vaudoise du Coin de Terre" (AVCT) is to support and advise individuals in the construction of homes and the management of properties. AVCT offers services such as consulting, mediation of properties and support in the planning and implementation of construction projects.

Associazione Cantonale spazzacamini ticinesi 

Breganzona · Since 1981

The core activity of the company "Associazione Cantonale Spazzacamini Ticinesi" (ACST) is the representation and promotion of the interests of chimney sweeps in the canton of Ticino, Switzerland. The ACST offers services such as: representation and promotion of the interests of chimney sweeps, training and further education of chimney sweeps, support for apprentices, promotion of the profession and the profession, implementation of information and education campaigns to reduce air pollution, and cooperation with authorities and companies to ensure compliance with standards and regulations. The ACST is a professional organization that advocates for the interests of chimney sweeps and supports its members in their work.

Associazione Cliniche Private Ticinesi (ACPT) 

Sorengo · Since 1972

The core activity of the company is the representation and promotion of the interests of private clinics and hospitals in the canton of Ticino, Switzerland. The company, Associazione Cliniche Private Ticinesi (ACPT), represents six private clinics and hospitals and supports their development to ensure high-quality healthcare for the population of the canton of Ticino.

Associazione delle Imprese Familiari Ticino (AIF Ticino) 

Mendrisio · Since 2015

The company's core activity is to support and represent family businesses in the canton of Ticino, Switzerland. This includes organizing network events, mediating knowledge and best practices in the field of family businesses, promoting research and education, as well as representing interests to political and economic decision-makers.

Associazione ImprendiTI 

Cadro · Since 2016

Associazione ImprendiTI is a non-profit association that promotes entrepreneurial values and facilitates dialogue between entrepreneurs, institutions and young people. It organises initiatives and training, supports the sharing of know‑how and studies, and acts as a representative interlocutor for members; membership is by invitation and subject to board approval and adherence to a code of ethics.

Associazione Proprietari Fondiari, Sezione Ticino APF-HEV Ticino 

Paradiso · Since 2009

The core activity of APF-HEV Ticino is the representation and support of homeowners and landlords in Switzerland, particularly in the canton of Ticino. The company offers various services, including: legal advice and representation in rental and real estate matters, consulting on property management, assistance in creating rental agreements and other documents, representation of the interests of homeowners and landlords towards authorities and other organizations, and provision of information and resources for homeowners and landlords, such as a real estate market monitor and an online index for apartments. The company also represents the interests of its members in political matters, such as votes on rental law.

Associazione Ticinese Frigoristi (ATF) 

Lugano · Since 1987

Associazione Ticinese Frigoristi (ATF) is a section of the Schweizerischer Verband für Kältetechnik (SVK) and provides professional training, technical guidance and services on refrigeration systems, refrigerants, energy efficiency and regulatory matters for companies and practitioners.

Associazione ticinese fra le imprese di pavimentazioni stradali 

Tesserete · Since 1937

The core activity of ATIPS (Associazione Ticinese Pavimentazioni Stradali) is the representation and promotion of companies involved in the production and laying of asphalt roads and pavements. The organization also provides training and further education for employees in this field.

ASTAG SEZIONE TICINO Associazione Svizzera dei Trasportatori Stradali 

Gordola · Since 2013

The core activity of ASTAG is the representation and promotion of the interests of the road transport industry in Switzerland, particularly in the canton of Ticino. This includes organizing events, providing information and services to members, representing the industry to authorities and politicians, as well as promoting cooperation between companies and institutions in the field of road transport.

asut, Association Suisse des Télécommunications 

Bern · Since 2005

The core activity of asut (Swiss Telecommunications Association) is to represent and promote the interests of the telecommunications industry in Switzerland, particularly by providing information, events and standardization services for members and stakeholders.

Atto Notarius GmbH 

Lucerne · Since 2014

The core activity of the Lucerne Notaries Association is to promote and represent the interests of notaries in the canton of Lucerne, including the training and further education of its members as well as the protection of their professional interests vis-à-vis the supervisory authority.

Avenergy Suisse 

Zurich · Since 1961

The core activity of Avenergy Suisse is to ensure the security of supply in Switzerland with liquid fuels and motor fuels, including mineral oil products such as petrol, diesel, jet fuel and heating oil, as well as the promotion of biofuels and synthetic fuels.