Swissgrid uses the tariffs for the transmission system not only to ensure secure operation, but also to finance the modernisation and expansion of the extra-high-voltage grid. This allows Swissgrid to make an important contribution to safeguarding the supply of electricity in Switzerland.

The court annulled a decision made by the European Commission that prevented Swissgrid from participating in the European control energy platforms.

Swissgrid is pursuing the reform of the Swiss control energy market initiated in 2022. The transformation of the energy system has changed the energy mix in Switzerland and poses challenges for the operation of the transmission grid.

The Board of Directors has appointed Daniel Brand (52) as Head of Business Unit Grid Infrastructure with effect from 1 July 2026. He will succeed Adrian Häsler, who has decided to leave Swissgrid.

Swissgrid überzeugt mit starken Fortschritten in den aktuellen Nachhaltigkeitsratings dreier führender Bewertungsagenturen. Sowohl Ecovadis als auch ISS ESG haben die Ratingstufe von Swissgrid angehoben und bestätigen damit die erzielten Fortschritte im Nachhaltigkeitsbereich.

The electricity agreement is essential for the secure and efficient operation of the transmission grid and for Switzerland’s supply of electricity. This means that cooperation with the EU enshrined in international law is necessary, especially as the Swiss electricity grid is integrated into the European grid with 41 international interconnection lines. Moreover, the status quo cannot be maintained without an electricity agreement.

Swissgrid is building the grid of the future, modernising infrastructure and launching innovative solutions.

Eight leading European Transmission System Operators (TSOs) have joined forces to launch the first TSO Innovation Alliance Open Call.

Close cooperation with the transmission system operators in the EU is of vital importance to ensure a secure and efficient supply of electricity.

Adrian Häsler (58), Head of Business Unit Grid Infrastructure and Deputy CEO, has decided to leave Swissgrid as of 31 March 2026 to take on new tasks, mainly on a strategic level.