Research and Innovation
Addressing key operational challenges and long-term industry trends through collaborative research.
Talent Development
Connecting ETH/HSG students with industry leaders to cultivate future manufacturing managers and researchers.
Industry-Academic Network
Facilitating collaboration between senior industry and academic leaders to drive manufacturing advancements.
About the Alliance
The “ETH-HSG Manufacturing Alliance” is a collaborative initiative between Swiss Manufacturing Companies, ETH Zürich and the University of St.Gallen (HSG), launched to enhance the competitiveness of Swiss industry and foster young talent. The alliance combines the strengths of both institutions, focusing on areas such as operational excellence, global production networks, artificial intelligence in production, and sustainable business practices.
Prof. Dr. Torbjørn Netland, ETH Zürich
“The special thing about the alliance is that doctoral students work on real-life problems from day one – this helps industry and promotes young talent”
Prof. Dr. Thomas Friedli, University of St.Gallen
“With the Manufacturing Alliance, we are creating a platform that not only translates scientific findings into practice, but also actively involves industrial partners in research”
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