Hub for National Economic Supply of Switzerland
The National Economic Supply system (NES) comprises the Federal Office for National Economic Supply (FONES) and representatives from business, cantons and other federal agencies. The NES ensures the supply of critical goods and services to the Swiss population during severe shortages.
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Reporting Office for Essential Human Pharmaceuticals
Since 2015, the NES Reporting Office for Essential Human Pharmaceuticals has been tasked with swiftly identifying supply shortages or disruptions of essential medicines. It takes appropriate action when the industry can no longer manage the situation.
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We advise – emergency supplies
Together with the economy, the FONES ensures that our country is supplied with all the vital necessities in times of crisis. However, anyone can unexpectedly find themselves in an emergency situation. In such cases, an individually compiled emergency supply provides a reassuring reserve cushion.
NES Divisions
Energy
The Energy Division ensures Switzerland’s supply of key energy resources in the event of serious shortages.
Therapeutic products
The Therapeutic Products Division is responsible for planning and ensuring the country's supply of essential pharmaceuticals, medical devices and hygiene products in the event of severe shortages that the economy cannot manage independently. Therapeutic products encompass both pharmaceuticals and medical devices.
Foodstuffs
An adequate food supply is essential for survival. Consequently, food shortages are immediately perceived as a crisis. The Foodstuffs Division ensures that Switzerland maintains a supply of critical commodities and foodstuffs during serious shortages.
Logistics
The NES can intervene with support measures in the event of major disruptions to the logistics chains supplying the country with critical goods.
ICT
Information and communication technologies (ICT) are essential for businesses and institutions. A large-scale ICT failure would seriously jeopardise the functioning of the economy and the availability of essential goods and services.
Industry
The Industry Division of the National Economic Supply (NES) focuses on raw materials, auxiliary materials, and industrial goods that are used across sectors and are indispensable for ensuring the supply of essential goods and services in Switzerland. It regularly reviews the procurement risks associated with these goods and, together with supply‑relevant companies, prepares precautionary measures to manage potential shortages. The Division supports the industrial sector in maintaining the production of essential goods and services as reliably as possible, even during severe shortages, thereby helping to ensure Switzerland’s basic supply.