Associations & Interest Groups

Vereinigung Schweizerischer Bahntechnik Unternehmen VSBTU 

Baden · Since 2001

The core activity of the company is the representation and promotion of the interests of Swiss rail technology companies, particularly in the areas of digitalization and sustainability. The association (VSBTU) advocates for the promotion of socially responsible behavior, compliance with legal framework conditions, and the minimization of environmental impacts. It supports its members in the introduction of digitalization technologies such as Building Information Modeling (BIM) and promotes cooperation between members to share know-how and identify training needs.

Vereinigung Kantonaler Gebäudeversicherungen (VKG) 

Bern · Since 2016

Vereinigung Kantonaler Gebäudeversicherungen (VKG) is an association that provides strategic coordination and represents the collective organisations of cantonal building insurers and their members. It coordinates activities in prevention, intervention and insurance, including fire protection policy, natural hazard prevention and claims handling.

Vereinigung Schweizerischer Futtermittelfabrikanten (VSF) 

Zollikofen · Since 1960

The company's core activity is the representation and promotion of the interests of Swiss feed manufacturers, in particular through: Providing comprehensive information to members on industry topics and issues from the economy, politics and science; Commenting on legislative decrees and regulations; Representing the industry to authorities, the public and other bodies at national and international level; Combating unfair competition; Providing professional training and further education through courses, lectures and consulting; Supporting public relations; Developing industry solutions in the areas of occupational safety and quality standards as well as in other sectors. The company represents the interests of feed manufacturers who produce or have produced mixed feed and protein concentrates for livestock and pets, manufacture and distribute mineral salts, vitamins and trace elements, store and/or trade in grains and feed.

Vereinigung Schweizer Tierheim Unterstützung VSTU-Dietikon 

Dietikon · Since 2017

The company's core activity consists of collecting and distributing food and other essential goods to animal shelters, organizations and individuals who care for abandoned, surrendered, stray and/or injured animals. To this end, donations are collected, food is purchased from manufacturers and distributed to those in need, offering them uncomplicated support.

Vereinigung Schweizerischer Unternehmensjuristen 

Zurich · Since 1983

The company's core activity is the representation and advocacy of corporate lawyers in Switzerland. It is an association of lawyers specializing in corporate law, representing the interests of its members at a legal level.

Verein indicamino 

Wil Sg · Since 2008

The company's core activity is to support and develop communities and indigenous peoples in Latin America through diaconal work, training, mission and development aid. This includes providing food, education, health services, financial support and spiritual guidance, with the aim of improving the living conditions of people in these communities and spreading the Gospel.

Verein Innovation Network ch 

Zürich Eth-Zentrum · Since 1996

Verein Innovation Network ch is an association that connects companies, universities and individuals in research and development to promote exchange of knowledge and methods for product development. It supports student, product-oriented projects with hardware components, offers prototyping funding (up to CHF 5,000) and reduced event fees for members.

Verein Institut für Finanzdienstleistungen Kanton Zug (VIFZ) 

Rotkreuz · Since 1998

The core activity of the IFZ association is to promote and support training and further education opportunities in the financial sector, in particular by supporting the Institute for Financial Services Zug (IFZ) of the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts - Business. This includes financial support for the institute, promoting research activities and establishing contacts with the economy. The IFZ association acts as a sponsoring association and supports the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts - Business in training specialists and executives in the financial sector.

Verein Innovationsfonds 

Langenbruck · Since 1998

Verein Innovationsfonds provides funding to sustainable start-ups by supplying equity through participations or by granting loans. It supports model projects, institutions and enterprises with viable structures and aligns its support areas with those of Alternative Bank Switzerland (e.g. renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, low-impact mobility, health and care, education and culture, social integration).

Verein Kanisiusschwestern 

Fribourg · Since 1962

The core activity of the company 'Kanisius Sisters' is the exercise of social and religious tasks, particularly in the areas of: family and street children social work, school and parish pastoral care, publishing activities (issuance of books and other publications), sale of religious articles (e.g. the 'Miraculous Medal'), and counseling and assistance for people in various life situations. It is a religious community that is committed to meeting the needs of people while living its spirituality and mission.