Physical security, further development and new projects
In the 2024 business year, RUAG Real Estate was once again able to utilize its full range of expertise. On the one hand, it had to steadily reduce the existing maintenance backlog. On the other hand, RUAG's Real Estate specialists were able to start new construction projects and put the new buildings into operation. Last but not least, RUAG Real Estate pushed ahead with the further development of the emmen site, which is crucial for the future.
Physical security in the Altdorf explosives competence center
RUAG disposes of explosives on behalf of the Swiss Armed Forces and third parties. The expertise in this area, built up over decades, is particularly important in the context of the clearing of the ammunition depot in Mitholz. In 2024, RUAG Real Estate invested a total of CHF 7 million in site security and the modernization of the access systems at the Altdorf site, which was built in the 1970s and 1980s. The replacement of the incinerator has already been planned and the corresponding investment request is expected to be submitted in 2025. Moreover, the foundations have been laid to further modernize the operating infrastructure.
Rent in Emmen successfully passed on
With the sale of RUAG Aerostructures (Group company of RUAG International Holding Ltd), the rent for the usable space at the Emmen site has been passed on to the buyer, PILATUS Aircraft Ltd, Stans.
Cartridge factory in the Tryber district in Thun
The severely neglected property on Uttigenstrasse in Thun had been empty for years and was actually supposed to be demolished. However, following intervention by the Heritage Society, the former cartridge factory was redeveloped in collaboration with the heritage conservation authorities and transformed into a reference project. High, bright rooms with industrial charm have been created and will serve as modern business premises. RUAG Real Estate was able to conclude a long-term lease and construction started in fall 2024.
New hangar in Lodrino
In September 2024, the new hangar on the RUAG premises at Lodrino airport was officially opened after a construction period of 14 months. It replaces an 80-year-old hangar, which is now being demolished. The project included the construction of a modern hangar for propeller aircraft and new office space that meets the operational requirements of the coming years.
Renovation of building 771 / C5I
In Thun, RUAG Real Estate renovated an existing property for the C5I organization, expanded it with IT workplaces and a test center and integrated it into the campus. To be equipped for the planned further growth of the C5I organization in the Uttigenstrasse perimeter, RUAG Real Estate will completely renovate another existing property and create IT workplaces and project rooms. The corresponding investment credit has been approved and construction work is scheduled to begin in the spring of 2025, after receipt of the building permit.