Switzerland fights to keep the WEF in Davos as capacity crunch sparks talk of traffic bans
WEF private-jet surge drives busiest weekend in Zurich Airport history
EU court ruling bolsters pension rights for Swiss cross-border workers
Latest News
Europe-wide flight chaos on 21 January ripples into Swiss supply chains
Over 1,000 European flights were delayed or cancelled on 21 January, spilling into Swiss airports and disrupting passenger itineraries and high-value cargo flows. The episode highlights the need for corporate mobility teams to streamline EU261 compensation procedures and for Swiss planners to stress-test border processes ahead of the new Entry/Exit System.
Elon Musk’s surprise Davos debut adds last-minute pressure on Swiss transport network
Elon Musk’s unexpected mid-afternoon landing in Zurich on 22 January forced slot rescheduling and strained already tight helicopter capacity to Davos. The episode shows how late VIP itinerary changes can disrupt Swiss transport logistics and offers a cautionary note for firms planning executive travel during major Swiss events.