Where Life Science Scales in Basel
The Basel region is one of the world’s leading life-science clusters. Pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms and research institutions benefit from a unique combination of talent, infrastructure and international collaboration. As the industry continues to grow, the demand for scalable laboratory and office environments within this innovation ecosystem is increasing.
The Basel life-science cluster is widely recognised as one of the most important innovation ecosystems in the global pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry. International companies, research organisations and start-ups operate within a dense network that combines scientific excellence with strong industry collaboration.
As research activities expand and new technologies move closer to clinical application, the need for suitable infrastructure for research and development continues to grow. Companies launching new research programmes or expanding their operations increasingly require environments that combine advanced laboratory facilities with flexible office space.
At the same time, many organisations aim to remain within the established Basel cluster in order to benefit from access to specialised talent, academic institutions and international partners.
Allschwil: a growing life science hub
One location that meets these requirements is Allschwil, just outside the city of Basel. In recent years, the Bachgraben district has developed into an important extension of the region’s life-science ecosystem. Situated in the tri-national region of Switzerland, Germany and France, the area provides access to a large international workforce as well as to a strong network of research institutions, pharmaceutical companies and clinical partners.
Within this environment, SONUVO offers approximately 35,000 m² of laboratory and office space designed to support professional research organisations. The buildings were originally developed for the international pharmaceutical company Actelion and therefore meet demanding standards in terms of functionality, safety and technical infrastructure.
Designed by the renowned architecture firm Herzog & de Meuron, the site combines modern laboratory environments with flexible office layouts and specialised areas for research, technical operations and support functions. Two buildings allow different usage profiles: while building H89 focuses primarily on laboratory infrastructure, building G06 provides modern office environments that complement research activities.
With its combination of infrastructure, flexibility and location within the Basel life-science cluster, SONUVO provides a scalable environment for international companies seeking to expand their research and development activities in one of Europe’s most dynamic innovation ecosystems.
SONUVO is exclusively marketed by H&B Real Estate AG. Companies interested in establishing or expanding their presence in the Basel life-science cluster can obtain further information about available laboratory and office space at: sonuvo.ch.
Contact us:
H&B Real Estate AG
Lange Gasse 8, 4052 Basel
Phone: +41-61-545 03 37
www.hbre.ch
This article was originally published in European Biotechnology Magazine Spring 2026.
