Develop your start-up further with partners from business and academia.
With your first financial cushion in place, you can push further toward the summit of success. At the next camp, you gather different forms of support for the journey ahead.
The in-kind partners of Technopark Graubünden are regional industrial companies and service providers. Together with us, you will find the right partnerships for your ascent – whether for prototype development, testing market viability, coaching during implementation, or advice in marketing, communications, or legal matters.
Nearby universities of applied sciences can also support you in implementation or provide hands-on expertise.
Flavio Decurtins, Caviezel Partner
Kurt Egger, KUBEX18 AG
Thomas Zaugg, Polycontact AG
Flavio Decurtins, Caviezel Partner
Kurt Egger, KUBEX18 AG
Thomas Zaugg, Polycontact AG
CEDES AG, based in Landquart, develops innovative sensor solutions and smart automation technologies for elevators, doors, and conveyor systems. As an in-kind partner, CEDES contributes its technical know-how and access to development infrastructure to Technopark Graubünden – supporting start-ups in creating intelligent and safe products.
Gritec is an innovative company in mechanical engineering and manufacturing technology, developing customized solutions for complex technical challenges. As a partner with strong implementation expertise, Gritec supports start-ups in prototype manufacturing, product optimization, and industrialization. Through close collaboration, young companies benefit from hands-on development support and short turnaround times.
Hamilton Bonaduz is a globally leading company in the development and production of precise sensor solutions, laboratory automation, and medical technology. With its technological excellence and innovative strength, Hamilton provides start-ups with valuable support in the areas of life sciences, automation, and quality assurance. Access to its expertise and infrastructure can give young companies decisive momentum in developing market-ready high-tech products.
INTEGRA Biosciences is a global company headquartered in Switzerland that develops innovative laboratory equipment for liquid-handling applications in the life sciences. Start-ups benefit from cutting-edge technology, strong application expertise, and a focus on efficiency. Close collaboration enables young companies to optimize laboratory processes and significantly shorten development cycles.
KUBEX18 AG accompanies companies from the idea to a market-ready product, with a focus on electronics manufacturing, device engineering, and efficient production processes. Start-ups benefit from deep expertise in medical technology, mechanical engineering, and electronics, as well as from practical coaching for sustainable business management. Founder Kurt Egger brings valuable start-up experience and a strong network that helps young companies get started and accelerate growth. In addition, he invests personally in start-up solutions that convince him.
Landqart is a highly specialized Swiss company that develops and produces security and specialty papers for banknotes and official documents. With its technological know-how and state-of-the-art production processes, Landqart is among the international innovation leaders in the security printing sector. Start-ups in material technology or security benefit from a strong partner with experience in high-tech manufacturing, quality standards, and international scaling.
Polycontact AG is an innovation-driven Swiss company specializing in the development and production of electronic systems for the automotive industry. As an in-kind partner, Polycontact supports our start-ups with technical know-how, industrial experience, and a strong focus on quality. This enables young companies to develop products closer to market needs, scale faster, and increase their chances of long-term success.
TRUMPF is a world-leading technology company in the fields of machine tools, laser technology, and industrial digitization. With its strong innovative power, TRUMPF helps companies automate, digitalize, and optimize manufacturing processes. Start-ups benefit from this expertise, access to state-of-the-art technology, and a strong partner that enables industrial scaling – from prototype production to series manufacturing.
08EINS Softwarehaus AG specializes in custom web and software solutions. With offices in Chur and Bonn, the company develops modern applications based on current technologies such as Angular, Vue.js, and Ruby on Rails. As an in-kind partner, 08EINS supports start-ups at Technopark Graubünden with expertise in software architecture and development – helping to create strong digital products and a competitive region.
BOHEST AG is a Swiss patent law firm with offices in Basel and Buchs SG. As an in-kind partner, it supports start-ups at Technopark Graubünden with legal expertise in patents, trademarks, and designs. BOHEST helps young companies protect their innovations and build a strong intellectual property strategy early on.
Caviezel Partner is an established law firm with recognized expertise in public and private construction law as well as environmental, energy, and planning law. As an in-kind partner, it supports start-ups at Technopark Graubünden with legal advice on all project-related issues – from development to implementation. This provides legal certainty for innovative ventures and strengthens their execution power.
Curia provides tailored solutions in fiduciary services, tax consulting, and auditing, with a strong regional focus in Chur and Graubünden. Start-ups benefit from personal, practice-oriented advice and professional support in building sound structures and financial planning. From the outset, this creates a solid foundation for sustainable growth.
MCS Engineering AG is a Swiss specialist in automation, machine control, and industrial software solutions. With its broad engineering expertise, MCS supports start-ups in developing customized control and automation concepts – from idea to implementation. This allows young companies to design their production processes efficiently from an early stage and master technological challenges professionally.
Meisser & Partners is an experienced law firm in intellectual property protection, with particular expertise in international trademark and design protection. Start-ups benefit from strategic advice to secure their brands worldwide at an early stage and in full compliance with legal requirements. This builds the foundation for lasting market presence and protects innovations against imitation.
Somedia is the leading media company in Southeastern Switzerland, combining strong regional reach with digital innovation. As an in-kind partner, Somedia provides start-ups with valuable support in media relations, communications, and visibility – regionally rooted and cross-media oriented. This gives young companies the chance to position their messages effectively and build trust with their target audience early on.
Vectra Advisors AG is an innovative Swiss provider of legal and accounting services with a focus on tech companies. As an in-kind partner of Technopark Graubünden, Vectra Advisors offers start-ups a flexible “extended legal team” – including legal and accounting support as needed – enabling lean, cost-efficient solutions for growth-oriented technology firms.
Vinavant AG is an agency for strategic communication and project development based in Landquart. Its interdisciplinary team supports companies at the intersection of business, politics, and society in planning and implementing impactful communication strategies. Start-ups benefit from Vinavant’s expertise in project development, particularly in the conception and execution of complex initiatives with clear goals and maximum impact.
The AO Foundation is a globally leading, medically guided non-profit organization for the surgical treatment of trauma and musculoskeletal disorders. Through its institutes – the AO Research Institute (ARI) and the AO Innovation Translation Center (ITC) – it brings extensive expertise in research, development, and clinical implementation to Technopark Graubünden. Start-ups benefit from expert consulting, access to state-of-the-art laboratories and research infrastructures, as well as international networking with specialists and partner organizations.
CSEM is a Swiss public–private, non-profit technology innovation center. By innovating, developing, and transferring technologies of global significance, CSEM enhances competitiveness. A CSEM branch is located directly next to the Technopark building. Thanks to this geographic proximity, we collaborate hand in hand depending on the project, leverage each other’s networks, and tap into a shared pool of knowledge.
FHGR is a practice-oriented higher education institute with a strong regional presence and an international outlook. With its focus areas – including digitalization, sustainability, entrepreneurship, and alpine spatial and tourism development – it offers an ideal platform for innovation and applied research.
OST is a leading educational and research institution, offering a broad range of applied research and services for business and society. Through its many competence centers, OST combines scientific expertise with practical implementation – particularly in the fields of engineering, computer science, health, and sustainability. Companies and start-ups alike will find a strong partner here for development, testing, and innovation projects.
