Passion for
Transformation
Flight
Health
Sustainability
Switzerland Innovation Park Ticino is a hub of excellence for research, technology and innovation in Ticino. We connect researchers, tech companies and startups to develop sustainable solutions and accelerate research and development and technology transfer.
Competence
Centers
Switzerland Innovation Park Ticino is structured into thematic competence centers. Research institutes and companies collaborate on research and development initiatives, driving science-based innovation, facilitating knowledge exchange, and promoting a multidisciplinary approach.
Swiss Drone
The Swiss Drone Competence Center develops expertise in research, technology, regulation and business, supporting companies and communities in adopting drones as disruptive platform for solving current and future challenges in any business fields.
Life Sciences
The Life Sciences Competence Center promotes innovation in biomedicine, clustering the research excellence in the fields of human medicine and biotechnology deeply rooted in the region with pharma and medtech industry to promote the translation of basic research into applied technology to improve human health.
Fashion
The Fashion Competence Center brings together research, technology, eco-design, material intelligence and circular innovation to support fashion and textile companies in designing the next generation of sustainable, recyclable and regulation-ready products.
Excellences
in Ticino
Ticino is a highly innovative region, driven by a strong ecosystem of research and industry’s excellence. Today, it is home to leading companies and world-class academic institutions, making Switzerland Innovation Park Ticino a key hub for applied research and innovation.
Ticino hosts a dynamic ecosystem of local SMEs, in one of Switzerland’s most innovative cantons and among the top 10 most innovative regions in Europe according to the European Regional Innovation Scoreboard.
Park Ticino
Switzerland Innovation Park Ticino offers advanced infrastructure for research and development. Facilities include wet labs, workshops and outdoor test areas for real-world testing and validation.
Companies and research partners benefit from access to resources, specialised expertise and tailored support for innovation projects.
(1) Source: 2023 data, from: Research and Development (R&D) in private enterprises, Federal Statistical Office (FSO).
(2) Source: Innovation in Ticino: the Swiss Innovation Survey 2021, Extra Dati, Vol. XXIII, no. 5, July 2023, Ticino Cantonal Statistical Office (USTAT).
(3) Source: Regional Innovation Scoreboard, European Commission, 2025 ed.
Annual intra-muros R&D expenditure of private companies in Ticino (1)
R&D expenditure as a share of company turnover in Ticino, in 2020 (2)
Among the most innovative regions in Europe (3)
The value
we create
We create the conditions to accelerate innovation. We connect people, resources and opportunities within an open and collaborative ecosystem based on trust and passion for transformation.
Accelerating
innovation
By providing R&D infrastructure and specific expertise on selected areas.
Efficient
network
Connecting you with the right research and industry partners according to your needs.
Increased
visibility
Gain visibility for your company and project at local, national and international level.
Knowledge
exchange
Between academic researchers, startups and and industry managers, through an open innovation approach.
Strategic
location
Located in Ticino, a strategic gateway connecting Northern and Southern Europe, with direct connections to Zurich and Milan.
Settlement
support
Helping you through our regional partners to find the right spaces for your business.
COMMUNITY
Join our community to discover innovative activities and contribute your ideas and expertise.
A national network
of Innovation Parks
Switzerland Innovation Park Ticino is part of a connected network of innovation parks working along the north–south axis. Together, they create synergies between competence centers, shared projects and innovative ideas, fostering collaboration and transformation within a growing innovation community.
FAQ
What is Switzerland Innovation Park Ticino?
Switzerland Innovation Park Ticino is an innovation hub connecting research, industry and startups to accelerate innovation and technology transfer.
What are competence centers?
Competence centers are thematic hubs where companies can find state-of-the-art expertise in distinctive areas and R&D infrastructure to address their scientific and business challenges through a trusted and collaborative approach.
Who can join the Park Ticino community?
Companies, startups, research partners and institutions interested in innovation and collaboration can join the community.
What services does the Park offer?
The Park offers access to infrastructure, testing facilities, consulting services, funding opportunities and a strong innovation network.
Join us
Join Switzerland Innovation Park Ticino to access expertise, connect with a dynamic network and benefit from dedicated infrastructure. Accelerate your innovation.