International headquarters

Switzerland as a business location consistently ranks high in the World Competitiveness Ranking, an indication of its business-friendly environment and free trade agreements within the European markets.

The metropolitan area of Greater Zurich boasts a stable and resilient economy that consistently ranks among the strongest in Europe. Switzerland has one of the highest per-capita GDP in the world, with the Swiss economy consistently ranking among the best in the world.

Its strategic location at the heart of Europe and well-established business ecosystem make Greater Zurich attractive to global investors and an ideal strategic location for international and regional headquarters. Favorable tax policies, a supportive regulatory framework, and sustained political stability have helped foster a lucrative environment for businesses looking for growth opportunities and long-term prosperity.

The Greater Zurich Area's innovation-driven environment is globally acclaimed, with Switzerland being recognized for its excellence in research and development.

The Global Innovation Index ranks Switzerland as the most innovative economy in the world, consistently for over a decade now. Companies are able to take advantage of the most innovative environment in the world to advance R&D efforts and reap long-term benefits from being in such an innovation-fostering ecosystem and business location.

The Greater Zurich Area's highly skilled workforce is a result of its exceptional education system. The region's universities and research institutions are globally recognized: The Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich (ETH Zurich) is among the top 10 universities in the world. This ensures a rich talent pool with academic excellence and advanced skill sets, making it an ideal business location to establish, expand, or relocate a company's headquarters to. 

It’s a testament to the quality of its workforce that Switzerland is consistently ranked among the top countries for labor productivity. Thanks to its top-rated education system, 4 national languages and English as lingua franca, attractive conditions for employees and employers, social mobility, and unmatched quality of life, Switzerland continues to be ranked as the most attractive country for talent attraction and retention worldwide.

The Greater Zurich Area's world-class infrastructure is acknowledged in various global rankings, consistently ranking as a top location for mobility, infrastructure quality, and connectedness worldwide.

Zurich Airport offers over 200,000 flights per year and over 160 destinations worldwide which means top connectivity for international headquarters functions in Greater Zurich. The train system is also highly connected, with direct routes to other major European cities, providing supply chain solutions and sustainable travel alternatives for companies and employees. 

The Greater Zurich Area offers an exceptional quality of life that is corroborated by global rankings. Zurich has consistently been ranked as one of the world's most livable cities.

Greater Zurich also consistently ranks highly in the world for quality of life, considering factors such as safety, healthcare, education, and recreation. In general, Switzerland is known for its high standard of living and exceptional healthcare system, which contribute to an enhanced quality of life for residents and companies that want to move their corporate headquarters to Greater Zurich, making it attractive not only from a business perspective but also for managers and employees alike.