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09.04.2025
Pilatus gains access to F35A technology
Stans/Bern - Aircraft manufacturer Pilatus is being given access to the technology of the new F35A fighter jet. The Federal Office for Defence Procurement armasuisse has approved the corresponding offset agreement between Pilatus and Lockheed Martin.
01.04.2025
EWN planning large-scale battery storage facility in Buochs
Stans/Buochs - The utility company EWN is planning the construction of a large battery storage facility at the Fadenbrücke substation in Buochs. The storage facility is intended to ensure grid stability for electricity sourced from decentralized photovoltaic systems.
25.03.2025
Aerolite kitting out 21 helicopters for Rega
Ennetbürgen/Kloten - Aerolite is currently equipping the 21 helicopters of the new single-type fleet operated by Swiss Air-Rescue (Rega). One of the Airbus H145 helicopters, which features an interior specially developed for Rega, has already completed its maiden flight. The entire fleet is gradually expected to commence operations by the end of 2026.