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Cargo sous terrain (CST): a low-emission, fully automated logistics system for reliable transport of goods in small units.<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n CST has invested over CHF 100 million in the development of a new, sustainable freight transport system that will provide a third transport route between road and rail. The privately financed project has demonstrated its technical, economic and legal feasibility.<\/p>\n CST addresses the challenges of future freight transport, both in Switzerland and internationally. With its model, technological maturity and private-sector approach, CST bridges the gap between innovation, market and implementation, providing substantial benefits everywhere.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.cst.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/konzept_grau-scaled.png” alt=”Project CST” title_text=”konzept_grau” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” module_alignment=”center” min_height=”100px” max_height=”429px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#ECF9F7″ custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n CST has an integrated understanding of technology, operations, economics and governance \u2013 knowledge that can be leveraged internationally.<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n CST has built up a great deal of expertise during the course of project development:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n CST is available to international partners as a competent technology and systems partner. Based on over ten years of development work, CST offers in-depth knowledge along the entire value chain of an innovative logistics system \u2013 from the system concept to technical implementation to economic and regulatory integration. <\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n In combination with a digital logistics platform, CST enables efficient, city-friendly supply and creates new scope for urban development. It offers a scalable, comprehensive logistics system and is an important future solution for the supply and disposal of urban areas, with the following core competencies: <\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.cst.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Gen_III-1-with-wheels-2-2.jpg” alt=”CST Illustration cable car technic” title_text=”Gen_III 1 with wheels 2″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]The planned tunnel network connects urban centres and logistics locations with hubs for a continuous flow of goods. Privately funded and digitally controlled, it enables flexible use for all customer segments.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The technical characteristics are:<\/p>\n With this robust, low-maintenance system, CST ensures continuous operation.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]CST has demonstrated the feasibility of the system with the new cable car technology: the system is fully implementable, technically validated and has been confirmed by independent expert committees.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Implementation in Switzerland has not yet been able to begin, as the political and legal safeguards for a purely privately financed infrastructure of this magnitude are still lacking. Although the current legal situation (Federal Act on Underground Goods Transport) allows for private sponsorship, it does not create investment security.<\/p>\n CST is currently focusing on dialogue with the federal government and cantons in order to create reliable framework conditions, as well as on transferring know-how to projects that can be realised in the short term. This also includes international assignments. Switzerland remains a development location; implementation of the tunnel system is to be resumed in due course.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#ECF9F7″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_gallery gallery_ids=”16487,16490,16484,16481″ show_title_and_caption=”off” show_pagination=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_gallery][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”20px|0px|0px|0px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Interested in a partnership or system licence? [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_testimonial portrait_url=”https:\/\/www.cst.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Christian-Spaeth-067_Bearbeitet_2-scaled.jpg” quote_icon_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” quote_icon_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”|0px|0px|0px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Christian Sp\u00e4th [\/et_pb_testimonial][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ disabled_on=”on|on|on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#EBEBEB” disabled=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row module_class=”geschichte” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_color=”#ebebeb” custom_margin=”-13px|auto||auto||” custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n From the basic technical concept to Cargo sous terrain AG<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_code _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n April:<\/strong> The cable car technology is presented, a new drive system that makes the project more economical. Hans-Peter Dreier is elected to the Board of Directors at the annual shareholders’ meeting.<\/p>\n June:<\/strong> The Federal Council adopts the first version of the Sectoral Plan for Underground Goods Transport, allowing the project to be developed further.<\/p>\n August:<\/strong> An independent review confirms that CST is feasible technologically and in terms of construction,as a sustainable, environmentally friendly underground logistics system for urban distribution.<\/p>\n September:<\/strong> The Swiss government announces that additional clarifications are necessary for the realisation of the first section before the sectoral planning process can be resumed. At the same time, it confirms its support for the CST vision.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\n\t\t\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n In February:<\/strong> The federal government launches the consultation of the cantons on the \u201cUnderground freight transport\u201d section of the sectoral transport plan.<\/p>\n In April: <\/strong>The network extension study with Bern on four route options has been completed. It shows that a future with the CST Bern-Thun-Biel network extension will bring considerable added value and positive development for the canton.<\/p>\n In June: <\/strong>The Board of Directors is conducting an in-depth review of CST’s planning to date. The project review incorporates the cantons’ feedback from the sectoral plan process and aims to optimize construction and operation.<\/p>\n in October: <\/strong>Christian Sp\u00e4th becomes the new CEO of Cargo sous terrain. He takes over the project review in order to lead the generation project into the next phase. <\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\n\t\t\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n In January:<\/strong> Cargo sous terrain begins with work in the field: with the help of geophysical measurements and test drillings, CST explores the subsoil along the first section of the route between H\u00e4rkingen and Zurich. The knowledge gained about geology and groundwater is used to advance the approval process.<\/p>\n In October:<\/strong> An updated materiality analysis<\/a> with the latest planning parameters and findings on CST confirms its environmental benefits: CST offers significantly positive environmental effects compared to future scenarios with a freight supply without CST, even in a future with electrified and hydrogen heavy-goods vehicles.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\n\t\t\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n In October: <\/strong>Together with the city of Zurich, CST launches the pilot project Sal\u00fcBox<\/a>. Four parcel boxes in Zurich are to provide information on the use of such “Smart Stations” for bundling the transport of goods in the city by 2024.<\/p>\n In August: <\/strong> The Federal Law on Underground Freight Transport (UG\u00fcTG) comes into force on 1 August. At the same time, CST AG adapts its corporate structure to the requirements of the realisation of the CST and starts the next phase with a lean board of directors.<\/p>\n In April:<\/strong> Thurgau and St. Gallen confirm in a feasibility study the technical and economic feasibility of extending the network of Cargo sous terrain into eastern Switzerland.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\n\t\t\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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