Future-oriented technology partner
In the context of the rapidly changing security environment, RUAG promotes future-oriented technologies in order to sustainably strengthen Switzerland’s security and defense capabilities.
In view of the recent geopolitical changes, the Swiss Armed Forces defined a new target vision with the aim of strengthening defense capabilities in all spheres of influence (on the ground, in the air, in space, as well as in the cyber, electromagnetic and information space).
As a key industry partner of the Swiss Armed Forces, RUAG is therefore entering a major period of transition. Due to the replacement of many military systems, RUAG is facing a change in its business. Cultural change at all levels and targeted development of new competences and business models are essential.
Moreover, it is crucial that RUAG establishes strong networks with academic institutions, the security-relevant industry base and the startup and DDPS innovation community.
OBJECTIVES OF RUAG
RUAG establishes itself as a partner which brings technologies and stakeholders together and provides solutions for safety-critical challenges. Acting as a bridge between the volatile startup world and the traditional defense market, RUAG promotes Swiss startups in the security sector through the Innovation Accelerator Program and by creating an exchange platform with the annual RUAG Innovation Forum. This forms the basis for initiating new projects and developing new products and services in a targeted manner for the benefit of our main customer.
OUR ACTIVITIES
RUAG programs
Innovation Accelerator Program
RUAG Innovation Forum
RUAG PROGRAMS
Based on current trends and on the challenges with which the Swiss Armed Forces and the Swiss Security Network are faced, RUAG is actively driving innovation in different subject areas. Find out more about our ongoing projects that are currently under development and get more detailed information.
Innovation projects are initiated via different programs. With the RUAG Innovation Accelerator Program, we support innovative startups and enable access to new technologies and business models (outside-in approach). The Kickbox program promotes entrepreneurial thinking and empowers employees to drive innovative ideas forward within the company. The in-house swarm intelligence is used to validate, develop and ideally offer new products and services commercially on the basis of a bottom-up approach.