Sonova

Sonova

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+1.89 -55
Industry: Medical Technology and Equipment
Listing country: Switzerland
Year added: 2018

Founded in 1947, Sonova is a leading company headquartered in Stäfa, Switzerland that specializes in the development, production, and distribution of hearing care solutions across several key business segments. These segments include Hearing Instruments, which offers an extensive range of hearing aids and related products; Cochlear Implants, focusing on cochlear implant systems; Wireless Communication, operating in the development of wireless communication systems for audiology applications; and Audiological Care, which provides professional audiological services through retail outlets. The company's portfolio of brands is strong and diverse. Phonak is known for its innovative digital hearing aids and wireless communication devices, while Unitron is celebrated for its user-friendly and personally styled hearing aids. Advanced Bionics specializes in cochlear implant systems for severe to profound hearing loss, and Connect Hearing operates as a network of retail stores offering various hearing solutions and services. Additionally, the AudioNova brand provides professional hearing care services and hearing aid products. Sonova's products and services cater to a global market that spans over 100 countries. Notable markets for the company's products and services include the United States, Germany, the United Kingdom, France, additional European countries, and growing regions in Asia and South America. These markets represent a broad range of demographics, all benefiting from Sonova's dedication to providing leading hearing care innovations. (Powered by AI)

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Sonova

Healthcare has evolved over the years along with the types of ailments1;p3. The assisting devices and decision support tools make a significant impact in medicine, making healthcare affordable for patients1;p3. Over 5% of the world’s population ...

Oyelakin M. April 4th, 2024
16 ratings
Sonova

Investments in research and development (R&D) are crucial to developing drugs & vaccines that improve & save lives1. Over 1.5 Bn people suffer from hearing loss to some degree2. Hearing aids treat hearing loss and improve the user's quality of lif...

Toluwalope T. February 11th, 2024
16 ratings
Sonova

 Discrimination causes loss of self-esteem, hopelessness, and isolation in the victim1. An inclusive workforce can engage employees, leading a path to individual empowerment2,p6. However, people are discriminated against on various grounds such as...

Feyisayo Favour F. January 3rd, 2024
38 ratings
Sonova

In order to ensure strong institutions and the well-being of society, governments spend a considerable amount of the state's budget on public goods and services, which are funded by taxes paid by individuals and corporations1.  Corporate taxes acc...

User profile picture Muhammad Aqib A. October 6th, 2023
16 ratings
Sonova

Every year, about 4 trillion mof water is consumed worldwide1. Only 3% of the total available water on Earth is freshwater, and only 0.5% is available for human consumption2. Around 20% of the total water consumption is used for industrial purpo...

Oyelakin M. September 8th, 2023
26 ratings
Sonova

In 2022, around 3.4 billion people were employed globally1. Job creation is vital for society, as well as for the economy2. Employment helps people get out of poverty and offers social security for employees and their families3. Job creation also ...

Rasheed S. August 16th, 2023
22 ratings
Sonova

In 2021, 57.4 Mn tonnes (t) of e-waste were generated across the globe1. With plastic constituting 20% of e-waste2. Only 17.4% of all e-waste globally is recycled and the rest is landfilled1,3. Elements such as lead, cadmium, and mercury are hazar...

User profile picture John A. September 26th, 2023
20 ratings
Sonova

On a global scale, 466 million (Mn) people, of which 34 Mn children, suffer from disabling hearing loss1. According to data from Deaf Child Worldwide, 80% of the 34 Mn deaf children live in low-income nations2. Hearing loss in children delays the ...

SC_Neriah S. October 6th, 2023
26 ratings
Sonova

As per the ILO, for any organization to achieve gender balance, there needs to be 40-60% representation of either gender1;pxii. Women's underrepresentation negatively affects their earning negotiations, promotions, and hiring, impacting their stan...

Ayomide M. April 5th, 2023
38 ratings
Sonova

GHGs trap the Sun's heat and cause a rise in temperature, sea level, extreme weather conditions, and climate change1. Industries need to develop carbon-free systems to meet the Paris Agreement's goal of keeping the atmospheric temperature rise wel...

Saloni P. February 27th, 2023
28 ratings

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