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Swissport enters French market with new cargo operation at EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse
Swissport is expanding its European presence with the launch of Swissport Cargo Services France at EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse. The new 3,000 m² cargo warehouse in the French sector marks Swissport’s return to the French market and creates a platform for future growth.
Was our rural village at the centre of a terror plot? | BBC News
Three vans were spotted near RAF Fairford in the early hours of Sunday 27th September and the police were called. A major incident was declared, and everyone in the small village of Whelford was evacuated.
Driving growth trough adhesive systems, innovation, and digital market leadership
Today, Sika is hosting an investor day at its largest adhesive factory, located in Duedingen, Switzerland. The day features presentations from Sika’s management team, outlining key group-wide initiatives for growth, with a focus on adhesives. The event will provide updates on Sika’s Fast Forward program, the acquisition of Akkim, and Sika’s innovation and go-to-market strategies. CEO Thomas Hasler will address Sika’s commitment to delivering strong and sustainable growth, driven by targeted investments in growth segments and innovation.
FDF and SNB enter into new profit distribution agreement
The Federal Department of Finance (FDF) and the Swiss National Bank have signed an agreement on the SNB’s profit distributions for the years 2026 to 2030. The modalities remain unchanged. Provided that the SNB’s financial situation permits, an amount of up to CHF 6 billion per annum will be distributed to the Confederation and the cantons.
HBM Healthcare Investments posts solid half-year result – expected profit of CHF 177 million
The portfolio of HBM Healthcare Investments delivered a solid performance in the first half of the 2026/2027 financial year (1 April to 30 September 2026). The net asset value (NAV) per share rose by 9.8% to CHF 297.30, adjusted for the dividend payment of CHF 9.00, while the share price increased by 7.8% on a dividend-adjusted basis to CHF 233.50 – around 21 percent below NAV. A profit of around CHF 177 million is expected for the half-year.
WISeKey Reports First Half 2026 Financial Results, Accelerates Quantum and Post-Quantum Strategy and Provides Outlook
GENEVA, Switzerland – WISeKey International Holding Ltd (“WISeKey” or the “Company”) (SIX: WIHN; Nasdaq: WKEY), a global leader in cybersecurity, digital identity, post-quantum semiconductors, quantum technologies and secure satellite infrastructure, today announced its financial results for the six months ended June 30, 2026 (H1 2026) and provided an update on significant strategic developments achieved since the beginning of the year.
Leclanché Announces Further Delay in Publishing its 2025 Annual Report
YVERDON-LES-BAINS, Switzerland – Leclanché SA (SIX: LECN) (“Leclanché” or the “Company“) one of the world‘s leading energy storage companies, announces a further delay in the publication of its 2025 Annual Report and that it could not publish the 2025 Annual Report by 30 September 2026.
Sika closes acquisitions of Akkim - accelerating global expansion in adhesives and sealants
Sika has closed the acquisition of Akkim, a leading global manufacturer of adhesives and sealants based in Turkey. The acquisition further strengthens Sika’s position in the adhesives and sealants industry and creates substantial growth opportunities through expanded distribution and geographic reach as well as enhanced manufacturing capacity.
Santhera Pharmaceuticals Half Year Results for the six months ending 30 June 2026
Pratteln, Switzerland – Santhera Pharmaceuticals (SIX: SANN) announces the Company’s financial results for the six months ended June 30, 2026.
Ascom reports significant increase in order intake in the first half of 2026 and improved profitability
Ascom reports continued progress in the first half of 2026, with higher incoming orders, an increased order backlog and improved profitability on EBITDA, EBIT and Group profit level. Net revenue increased at constant currencies by 2.6% and remained broadly stable at actual currencies. Ascom confirms its 2026 guidance of low to mid-single-digit revenue growth at constant currencies and an EBITDA margin of 10–12%.
Avolta extends long-term travel retail contracts across four Mexican airports
Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL) has further strengthened its partnership with Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico (GAP) through long-term travel retail contract extensions across Guadalajara, Puerto Vallarta, Los Cabos and Bajío International Airports in Mexico.
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