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01.06.2026

Heading into the future with a clear focus: why Swiss Post is realigning its IT

Swiss Post is fundamentally gearing its IT towards the future and taking a further comprehensive transformation step. Throughout the IT sector, rapid technological change is increasing the pressure on costs and the need to take action – and Swiss Post is no exception. CIO Wolfgang Eger explains why reduced complexity, a clear cost framework and the targeted use of artificial intelligence are of decisive importance if Swiss Post is to be able to act quickly and remain competitive.

07.05.2026

New stamps raise awareness of mental health

Swiss Post’s latest stamps focus on mental health and promote open dialogue. Available now in branches and at postshop.ch.

05.03.2026

Swiss Post presents a special stamp for the 2026 Ice Hockey World Championship in Switzerland

Swiss Post highlights Swiss colours and issues a stamp for the 2026 World Championship while testing new methods to detect counterfeit stamps.

15.01.2026

Letters from children: 31,034 letters for Santa Claus

Swiss Post supported Christkind and Santa Claus with 31,034 children’s letters – a tradition that lives on in Switzerland.

19.12.2025

Six questions about digital letters

The digital letter is now part of the universal postal service. You can read the key facts about the new service here.