Public transport company
in Switzerland

Aargau Verkehr AG (AVA)

Aarau · Since 1958 · 21–50 empl.·4.5(51)

Aargau Verkehr AG (AVA) is a public transport company that carries passengers by train and bus. Its core activities include planning and providing the necessary infrastructure, maintaining vehicles and selling public transport services.

Schweizerische Bodensee-Schifffahrt AG

Romanshorn · Since 1996 · 101–500 empl.·4.4(290)

Schweizerische Bodensee-Schifffahrt AG operates scheduled passenger services and ferry connections on Lake Constance. Its activities also include themed and charter cruises, as well as shipyard services such as repairs and overhauls.

Bielersee-Schifffahrts-Gesellschaft AG

Biel/Bienne · Since 1928 · 11–20 empl.·4.5(1209)

Bielersee-Schifffahrts-Gesellschaft AG operates scheduled passenger boat services and offers special trips with onboard dining and activities. Its vessels travel on the Aare between Solothurn and Biel and on Lake Biel, Lake Neuchâtel and Lake Murten; they are also available for private events.

Bielersee-Gastro AG

Biel/Bienne · Since 1999 · 101–500 empl.·4.5(1209)

Bielersee-Gastro AG is the catering and restaurant business of Bielersee-Schifffahrt. It operates onboard restaurants and Hafenrestaurant Joran, and provides catering for events on ships and on land.

Schifffahrtsgesellschaft Hallwilersee AG

Meisterschwanden · 1–10 empl.·4.6(286)

Schifffahrtsgesellschaft Hallwilersee AG operates public passenger services on Lake Hallwil. It offers scheduled cruises, themed trips and private charters for personal and business events, with catering available on board.

Matterhorn Terminal AG Täsch

Täsch · Since 2004 · 101–500 empl.·4.5(2130)

Matterhorn Terminal AG Täsch operates a transfer terminal with covered parking and direct connections to shuttle trains to Zermatt. Its facilities include luggage trolleys, ticket and information counters, shops and lockers.

Schifffahrtsgesellschaft Züri Rhy AG

Teufen Zh · Since 1998 · 11–20 empl.·4.7(52)

Schifffahrtsgesellschaft Züri Rhy AG operates scheduled passenger and ferry services on the High Rhine. It also offers event and private charters, motorboat training, boat rental, and boatyard work including engine servicing.

SHM SWISS HELICOPTER MAINTENANCE AG

Chur · Since 2000 · 11–20 empl.·5.0(13)

Swiss Helicopter Infra AG

Chur · Since 1982 · 11–20 empl.·5.0(13)

Swiss Helicopter Infra AG provides helicopter services including passenger flights, transport operations and pilot training. The company operates a mixed helicopter fleet, carries out maintenance and organises specialised flights such as heliski, film/photo missions and rescue operations.

Heli - TV Rescue SA

Lodrino · Since 2020 · 51–100 empl.·4.8(41)

Heli - TV Rescue SA operates helicopter services providing passenger transport, material and heavy-lift transport, and aerial work. Services listed on the company website include timber logging, assembly of cranes and prefabricated structures, power-line inspections, measurement flights, firefighting and animal recovery; the company also runs a flight school and offers hangar and aeronautical-centre services.

Compagnie du Chemin de fer Montreux Oberland bernois SA

Montreux · 21–50 empl.·4.5(3252)

Compagnie du Chemin de fer Montreux Oberland bernois SA operates railway lines, including the Montreux–Zweisimmen route, as well as rack railways and funiculars. Its services include passenger connections and tourist train journeys such as the GoldenPass Express, GoldenPass Panoramic and GoldenPass Belle Époque.

Hélicoptère Service SA

Sion · Since 1998 · 21–50 empl.·4.6(25)

Ägerisee Schifffahrt AG

Oberägeri · Since 2002 · 11–20 empl.·4.6(38)

Ägerisee Schifffahrt AG operates two vessels on Lake Ägeri. Its services include scheduled cruises, themed experience trips and private charters for personal and business events, with food and drinks available on board.

UBS-Polybahn AG

Zurich · Since 1976 · 1–10 empl.·4.6(1227)

UBS-Polybahn AG operates the funicular railway between Central station and the ETH Polyterrasse, in both directions.

Schweizerische Bundesbahnen SBB

Bern · Since 1999 · 51–100 empl.·4.3(43)

Schweizerische Bundesbahnen SBB provides public transport services. Its core activities include railway infrastructure, long-distance and regional passenger transport, and freight transport.

zb Zentralbahn AG

Stansstad · Since 1959 · 101–500 empl.·4.7(15)

zb Zentralbahn AG operates regional passenger rail services, including connections between Lucerne and Engelberg. It provides travel information and services through its travel centres.

Vapeur Val-de-Travers (VVT)

St-Sulpice Ne · Since 2000 · 1–10 empl.·4.7(141)

Vapeur Val-de-Travers (VVT) operates a tourist railway service with steam trains in the Val-de-Travers region of Switzerland. The company's core activity is to offer excursion trips with historic steam trains, allowing passengers to explore the region's landscape and attractions. The company offers various trips and events, such as themed trips, fondue and brunch trips, as well as visits to the depot and the collection of historic locomotives and wagons.

TMR Transports de Martigny et Régions SA

Martigny · Since 2000 · 21–50 empl.·4.8(20)

TMR Transports de Martigny et Régions SA operates regional rail and bus services for passengers. Its activities also include railway engineering and rolling-stock maintenance, as well as travel, freight transport and logistics services.

Rhykönig AG

Basel · Since 2013 · 1–10 empl.·4.9(32)

Rhykönig AG offers water-taxi transfers and sightseeing cruises on the Rhine aboard a wooden boat. Its services also include dining trips with brunch, lunch, fondue and other meals, as well as cruises for private and corporate events.

Ferrovia Monte Generoso SA

Capolago · Since 1980 · 11–20 empl.·4.4(971)

Ferrovia Monte Generoso SA operates the cogwheel railway to Monte Generoso and offers visitor services on the mountain. These include a campsite, restaurants and venues for events.

Zürcher Museums-Bahn (ZMB)

Zurich · Since 1996 · 21–50 empl.·4.9(16)

Zürcher Museums-Bahn (ZMB) is an association that preserves, restores and operates historic railway vehicles of the Sihltalbahn. It offers public journeys and private charter trips with steam and other historic trains.

Swiss Helicopter AG

Untervaz · Since 2012 · 11–20 empl.·5.0(13)

Swiss Helicopter AG offers passenger flights, including sightseeing and helicopter taxi flights, as well as helicopter transport for materials, installations and supply operations. It also operates a flight school providing initial and further training for helicopter pilots.

Swiss Helicopter Services AG

Chur · Since 1963 · 11–20 empl.·5.0(13)

Swiss Helicopter Services AG operates passenger flights, transport missions and flight training using a diverse helicopter fleet. Services include sightseeing flights, VIP/taxi flights, film and aerial photography flights, as well as assistance, rescue and disaster-response missions.

Voyages Rémy Zahler S.A.

Lausanne · Since 1984 · 11–20 empl.·4.4(41)

Voyages Rémy Zahler S.A. provides passenger transport with drivers in coaches, minibuses, and limousines. Its services include transfers, excursions, and multi-day trips for groups, schools, and businesses in Switzerland and abroad.

A.N.K. Tours AG

Liestal · Since 2003 · 11–20 empl.·4.7(30)

A.N.K. Tours AG operates a coach company and organises day trips as well as multi-day holidays and themed tours. Its services also include passenger transport, minibus hire and the transport of bicycles or motorcycles using a trailer.

AeroVisto Interior Services AG

Staad Sg · Since 2013 · 11–20 empl.·4.8(27)

AeroVisto Interior Services AG provides aircraft interior refurbishment and modification services. Its work includes upholstery, leather and wood refurbishment, carpet and window services, interior design, and related certification and logistics support.

BLT Baselland Transport AG

Oberwil Bl · Since 1974 · 500+ empl.·4.0(131)

BLT Baselland Transport AG operates tram, bus and rail services in the Basel region. It also provides travel services, digital mobility offers, and consulting and software solutions for corporate mobility.

TRASPORTI PUBBLICI LUGANESI SA (TPL)

Pregassona · Since 1999 · 11–20 empl.·4.7(16)

TRASPORTI PUBBLICI LUGANESI SA (TPL) operates public transport services by bus and funicular. It serves Lugano and nearby municipalities and manages public Park-and-Ride facilities.

BUS Ostschweiz AG

Altstätten Sg · Since 1995 · 11–20 empl.·4.3(34)

The company's core activity is the operation of public transportation services, particularly bus traffic, as well as the rental of properties and the provision of system services and advertising services.

Héli-Alpes SA

Sion · Since 2005 · 11–20 empl.·4.6(25)

Héli-Alpes SA operates helicopter services for passenger and business travel, sightseeing flights, heli-skiing and heli-biking. Its activities also include aerial work, filming and photography from the air, and helicopter flight training.

AFA Bus AG

Adelboden · Since 1941 · 11–20 empl.·4.2(197)

AFA Bus AG operates bus services between Frutigen and Adelboden, as well as local services in Adelboden, Kandersteg and Lenk. It also offers group reservations, charter trips and coach tours, including day trips, holidays and round trips in Europe.

Arnold Schmid Recycling AG

Schaffhausen · Since 2003 · 1–10 empl.·4.6(76)

Arnold Schmid Recycling AG handles the disposal and recycling of a wide range of materials. Its services include a recycling centre for private customers, demolition and clearance work, skip and container services, vehicle disposal, and consulting and solution planning.

Swiss Helicopter AG

Erstfeld · Since 2012 · 11–20 empl.·5.0(13)

Swiss Helicopter AG provides passenger flights and helicopter transport services, including material transport, installation work and supply flights. It also operates a flight school offering basic, mountain and commercial pilot training.

Autolinee Bleniesi SA

Biasca · Since 1974 · 1–10 empl.·4.4(35)

Autolinee Bleniesi SA operates public bus services. Its activities include scheduled routes in the Blenio Valley, seasonal bicycle transport and group reservation services.

Theytaz Excursions SA

Hérémence · Since 2004 · 1–10 empl.·4.3(30)

Theytaz Excursions SA operates public bus routes and seasonal ski buses, and organizes group excursions using minibuses and coaches. Its services also include the Grande Dixence cableway and e-bike rentals.

Walter Tschannen AG

Zofingen · Since 1997 · 21–50 empl.·4.6(43)

Walter Tschannen AG is a coach and bus operator providing passenger transport with touring coaches, vintage cars, minibuses and taxis. Its services include trips, shuttle and school bus services, and driving lessons.

Verkehrsbetriebe Biel / Transports publics biennois (VB/TPB)

Biel/Bienne · Since 2013 · 101–500 empl.·4.2(21)

Verkehrsbetriebe Biel / Transports publics biennois (VB/TPB) operates public transport services in Biel and the surrounding region on behalf of the federal and cantonal authorities. Its services include bus routes and the Biel–Magglingen and Biel–Leubringen funiculars.

BEO Helicopter AG

Lauterbrunnen · Since 2016 · 1–10 empl.·4.8(34)

BEO Helicopter AG is a helicopter company specialising in mountain flying. Its services include cargo and aerial work flights, supplying mountain huts and animal rescue flights, as well as sightseeing, taxi and individually arranged helicopter flights.