Mikron Automation Boudry Celebrates Topping-Out of Its Site Expansion

Boudry, September 19, 2025 – Mikron Automation Boudry today celebrated the topping-out ceremony of its site expansion, BoudryNext, in the presence of local authorities, the Neuchâtel Economic Service, Bat-Mann, the company managing the project and Mikron Management. This milestone marks the building being made watertight and confirms that construction is progressing on schedule.

In their speeches, Matthieu Aubert (Head of Neuchâtel Economic Service), Pascal Chapuisod (Mayor of the municipality), Patrick Savoy (Director of Bat-Mann), and Lorenz Buri (General Manager of Mikron Automation Boudry) praised the excellent collaboration between all partners, the innovation driven by the project, and the value it will create for the region. They also expressed their gratitude to the teams of workers, craftsmen, and engineers who are driving this ambitious project forward at an impressive pace.

Since the start of construction, significant milestones have been achieved, including the completion of two basement levels for the future parking area below the additional production hall. Next to it, the metal structure and roof framework are now complete, and windows have been installed, giving shape to the future Smart Office and Tech Center.

The additional customer components storage has been designed to meet the highest standards of traceability and confidentiality, ensuring absolute compliance with our customers’ trust and responsibilities.

In line with its commitment to innovation and sustainability, Mikron Automation has opted for eco-friendly concrete developed by EPFL, reducing energy consumption by 40% and CO₂ emissions by 20%.

The topping-out ceremony followed by a friendly meal also served as an opportunity to thank all partners and construction teams for their dedication and exemplary work. The expanded site, which will soon host new workspaces and collaboration areas, represents a key step in supporting our customers and preparing for the future.

Project Overview – BoudryNext:
The expansion will add 6,200 m² to the production area by mid of 2026, bringing the total site area to 22,000 m².

• Additional Production Hall (Fine Tune Hall): 3,600 m²
• Smart Office: 900 m²
• Tech Center, Training Center, Showroom: 900 m²
• Customer Components Storage Area: for 1900 Euro pallets

Key Milestones:

• Additional Production Hall: End of 2025
• Smart Office Expansion: Q2 2026
• Project Completion: Q3 2026
• Total Investment: CHF 30 million

BoudryNext exemplifies Mikron Automation’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and client-focused excellence, laying the foundation for the company’s continued growth and success.

Profile
Mikron Switzerland AG, located in Boudry, employs 700 people and is part of Mikron Automation, a division of the Swiss Mikron Group. The Mikron Group is a publicly listed company with over 100 years of experience in the field of assembly systems.

Mikron Automation is a cutting-edge leader in innovative automated assembly solutions. It primarily serves the pharmaceutical and medtech industries, as well as the automotive, electrical and consumer sectors. Its main customers are global leaders in their respective fields.

With more than 4,200 assembly and test systems in use worldwide, the Mikron team has unique expertise in processes and complex project management. Mikron experts work closely with customers to design systems tailored to their needs, whether for high-volume, medium-volume, or lab-scale production.

Mikron’s standard systems are scalable and customizable to meet current requirements.