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Press release
05 Jan 2026
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Zurich, Switzerland
EY Switzerland expands its consulting services in the public sector with an acquisition
Zurich, 5 January 2026 – EY Switzerland announces the acquisition of couniq, a Bern-based IT and business consultancy, effective January 1, 2026.
The auditing and consulting firm EY Switzerland has acquired couniq, a prestigious Bern-based consulting firm, effective January 1, 2026. By acquiring this company, specialized in IT and digital transformation in the public sector, EY is expanding its consulting services for government agencies and the public sector.
Axel Timm, Partner and Head of Government & Public Sector at EY Switzerland, said: “We are delighted to welcome couniq’s employees to EY Switzerland. Their expertise in digital transformation and public sector consulting will further strengthen our ability to deliver innovative solutions to our clients.”
Patrik Riesen, founder of couniq and the newly appointed Partner for Technology Consulting at EY Switzerland, added: “We are thrilled to join EY. couniq’s reputation for excellence and our collaborative approach align perfectly with EY’s values. Together, we will offer our customers even better support in addressing complex digital challenges and achieving their strategic objectives.”
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