Key Competitive Attractions
The canton of Aargau is the fourth largest in Switzerland, and the largest industrial canton, with 34% of its workforce is employed.
Located in the north of Switzerland, Aargau is at the crossroads of major road and rail traffic routes between Berne, Basel and Zurich, and borders on Germany.
The following growth sectors are well-represented in Aargau:
- Machine and Electrical Industries
- Electronics and Precision Instruments
- Plastics and Materials Technology
- Life Sciences (Pharma, Biotech and Medical)
- Chemical Industry
With several hydropower stations and three nuclear power stations, Aargau produces nearly one third of the Swiss electricity output. Aargau promotes environmentally-friendly energy production, and offers incentives for the use of renewable energy resources.
The Aargau canton is also a member of the Greater Zurich Area organisation.
