Innovation, research and development
While Valais stands out in terms of its idyllic landscape and renowned tourist resorts, it also distinguishes itself by its creative strength in specialised industries. As a true centre for innovation and technology, Valais relies on an ecosystem geared towards the development of ideas thanks to its various research institutes, its universities of applied sciences and an innovation park which encourages start-ups to flourish. This strong network of partners attracts many students, researchers and entrepreneurs from Switzerland and abroad.
Innovation and research institutes
In 2023, the Valais came third in the Swiss ranking for the creation of start-ups. Thanks to its multi-site technology park managed by The Ark Innovation Foundation, start-ups benefit from a number of incubators in information and communication technologies, life sciences, industrial systems, artificial intelligence, and energy."
Skills and innovation / www.valais.ch
Foundation for innovation / www.theark.ch
Visionary with the creation of the IDIAP Research Institute in artificial intelligence in Martigny in 1991, the Valais offers fertile ground for research. At the 10 research institutes of the University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland (HES-SO Valais-Wallis) and the 16 laboratories of the EPFL in Sion, the key areas are energy, environment, and health.