Saving lives with technology.

What started in 2012 as an outdoor and sports app continued to evolve into today's Uepaa app for businesses. The product changed over time. Not so our vision: "Saving lives with technology". This brought us attention and recognition both nationally and internationally.

Our investors

At our side since 2012.

Since its foundation in 2012, Uepaa AG has been supported by more than 50 private and institutional investors. CHF 7.5 million in venture capital flowed into the company. Since 2018, the company has been growing on its own. Meanwhile, the strategic investors have become significant partners and support Uepaa AG with relevant know-how, infrastructure or in the market.

Verve Ventures

Verve Venture invests in start-ups across Europe from the seed phase in the areas of software, hardware and healthcare. With a portfolio of more than 120 start-ups, Verve Ventures is one of the most active start-up investors in Europe. Since its founding, Verve Ventures has invested 180 million euros, including in Uepaa since 2012.

Zürcher Kantonalbank

Zürcher Kantonalbank finances innovative young companies with venture capital. As one of the largest and most active investors in Switzerland, ZKB has already supported over 250 start-ups with more than 180 million francs of venture capital. ZKB has held a stake in Uepaa AG since it was founded in 2012.

Hammer Team Digital

The “Hammer Team” is Ariel Lüdi's investment tool and supports software companies in their start-up and growth phase. Hammer Team not only provides its companies with venture capital, but also expertise in various areas that promote Uepaa AG's growth.

Swisscom Ventures

Swisscom Ventures is the venture capital arm of Swisscom AG. Since 2007, Swisscom Ventures has invested in over 80 technology companies, with assets of over 650 million US dollars. As a strategic investor, Uepaa AG not only receives financial support but also access to technical infrastructure and sales.

3VVentures

3wVentures was founded in 1999 and is a venture capital firm based in Herisau, Switzerland. The company prefers to invest in the Internet, Mobile, New Media, Cleantech and Medical Technology sectors and has supported Uepaa AG since 2012.

Our partners

Handpicked.

Quality and warranty are central when it comes to "saving lives". Accordingly, our partners are handpicked.

Rega.

Swiss Air Rescue Rega is a non-profit private foundation for air rescue in Switzerland. Rega provided financial support to Uepaa AG, particularly during the start-up and development phase, as well as with field and flight tests.

Suva

Suva is the largest accident insurer in Switzerland and insures around two million employees against occupational accidents, occupational diseases and leisure accidents. Uepaa AG has been SUVA's contract partner since 2020. >more

Blukii.

The partner in the area of Blootooth Low Energy (BLE) Beacons. Indoor tracking made easy. Plug & Play installation and integration with the Uepaa app at the push of a button.

Johnson Controls.

With around 300 employees, Johnson Controls Switzerland ensures intelligent, safe and sustainable buildings and systems of all sizes. From HVAC systems, safety solutions, fire protection and now with Uepaa in the Frontline Safety sector.

Axpo Hydro Digital

The full service digitization service provider for hydropower operators. Since 2022, Axpo has been a complete service partner, from consulting to equipping power plants for solo work (including indoor positioning).

Medicall.

Medicall was founded in 1986 as the first medical assistance company and operates the largest and most experienced alarm center in Switzerland. Partner of Uepaa AG since 2012.

DV Bern.

When developing the Uepaa solution, we rely on ISO-27001 certified Swiss partner DV Bern. For over 40 years, 180 highly qualified employees have been developing the digital future. A dedicated, highly motivated team is constantly developing the app and services. >more

Milk Interactive.

Since 2023, we have relied on the expertise of Zurich mobile app specialists to develop the Uepaa Safety app. A reliable partner for first-class mobile applications and outstanding user experiences. Stay tuned for updates in 2024! >more

Swisscom.

In order to be able to meet as many needs as possible, Swisscom relies on partnerships with specialized companies. When it comes to securing solo work, it is Uepaa AG, as Swisscom's Platinum Partner.

Bloqlabs.

We have a lot to tell - preferably on a daily basis. Bloq Labs - a full service web and marketing agency from Switzerland - supports us in this. Here we trust in Jakob and his team. You are doing a great job!

CKW Connex.

Leading in Central Switzerland for electrical + lighting, IT + communication, solar technology, building automation. CKW Connex has been a sales and equipment partner of Uepaa AG since 2023.

Attackera.

Attackera is an independent Swiss agency for digital advertising, marketing and consulting. Stephan's small but fine team will ensure that our message reaches you at the right time. Thank you for working with us for many years.

WHO IS BEHIND IT

Cracks, each in his field of expertise.

We may not usually be in the same place at the same time, but we pull together. These are the minds that make sure our systems and your app work flawlessly and reliably at all times and protect your employees.

Alex
Takes care of the Android app.

Anita
Take care of finances.

Duncan
Takes care of product development.

Ivan
Takes care of the backend.

Jakob
Take care of our web presence.

Luca
Takes care of testing.

Markus
Also takes care of the backend.

Mats
Take care of the rest.

Philip
Takes care of search engine optimization.

Philipp
Takes care of online marketing.

Pia
Cares incessantly.

Raphael
Takes care of the iOS app and IT security.

Sercan
Take care of the testing.

Stephan
Takes care that we are found.

Tobias
Takes care of the new iOS app.

Xaver
Take care of the annual ski day.

Ariel
Takes care of the scaling.

Claus
Takes care of the ground.

Mats
Take care of the rest.

Patrick
Take care of the strategy.

Sascha
Takes care of the other rest 😉.

Claus
Takes care of the ground.

Luca
Takes care of testing.

Stephan
Takes care that we are found.

Philipp
Takes care of online marketing.

Jakob
Take care of our web presence.

Duncan
Takes care of product development.

Ariel
Takes care of the scaling.

Philip
Takes care of search engine optimization.

Alex
Takes care of the Android app.

Markus
Also takes care of the backend.

Sercan
Take care of the testing.

Xaver
Take care of the annual ski day.

Anita
Take care of finances.

Tobias
Takes care of the new iOS app.

Sascha
Takes care of the other rest 😉.

Raphael
Takes care of the iOS app and IT security.

Ivan
Takes care of the backend.

Pia
Cares incessantly.

Patrick
Take care of the strategy.

Mats
Take care of the rest.

Behind the scenes

More about us

Uepaa AG is the leading SaaS provider for professional team and lone worker protection with streamlined lone worker protection for iOS and Android. The spinoff of ETH Zurich is a portfolio company of Verve Ventures, Swisscom Ventures, Hammer Team and Zürcher Kantonalbank. If you are interested in the people and history behind it, you are in the right place.