Business Region Bern

Bern Companies

Bern is an important Swiss business and administrative center with a broad mix of companies, public institutions, SMEs and service providers. This page offers an English-language introduction to companies and economic activity in Bern and the surrounding region.

Why Bern matters

Bern combines public administration, healthcare, education, trade, consulting and regional business activity. As the Swiss capital, the city has national importance, while the wider canton includes many local companies and established SMEs.

  • Swiss capital with administrative and institutional importance
  • Diverse mix of SMEs, services and regional businesses
  • Strong presence in healthcare, education and consulting
  • Relevant location for business research, media and partnerships

Companies in Bern

Companies in the canton of Bern operate across services, healthcare, trade, administration and local industries. The region is characterized by a strong SME base and diverse economic activity across multiple cities.

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Important cities in the Bern region

Business activity in the canton of Bern is distributed across the capital and several important regional centers.

Biel/Bienne

Biel/Bienne is an important bilingual city with companies in manufacturing, trade, services and regional business activity.

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Thun

Thun is a regional center with local companies, services, tourism-related businesses and a broad SME base.

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Startup Activity

Bern and the wider canton regularly see new company registrations across services, trade and specialized sectors.

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Use CompanyDirectory.ch as an international entry point to Bern’s business world. Search companies, discover startups and explore one of Switzerland’s key administrative and economic regions.