Roche is building an innovative production building at the Rotkreuz site

Roche relies on sustainable construction methods that promote resource conservation and biodiversity. The flexibility of the building makes it possible to adapt the working environment and the processes to future products and demands. This scalability makes the construction efficient to use in the long term.

"We are proud that here in Rotkreuz we will make a further important contribution to the health care system in Switzerland and worldwide by providing answers to health questions from patients with our diagnostic solutions. This innovative and sustainable production facility will play a key role in this", said Andreas Klopp, General Manager Roche Diagnostics International AG in Rotkreuz.

The construction project replaces an old production building that has reached the end of its life in service after around three decades. The development and introduction of new tests and systems for the rapid and reliable diagnosis of diseases requires additional space at the Rotkreuz site, which can no longer be provided by the existing infrastructure in the future. The production area will therefore be expanded and production efficiency increased. Roche is thus sending out a clear sign of the importance of the Rotkreuz production site and underlines its clear commitment to Switzerland.

Sustainable in many respects
Sustainability and energy efficiency are top priorities for Roche, including in this construction project. These include resource-conserving construction methods, a fossil-free energy supply, water circulation systems and efficient use of light and space. Biodiversity is also the focus. For example, plans are to create a natural environment with wetland meadows rich in species and flowers and a calcareous fen as well as a roof garden, which is to become a green oasis at an altitude of almost 23 metres. The construction project also relies on wood as the central building material.