The Ulm economic region/Neu-Ulm It is one of the most dynamic regions in southern Germany. With over 32.000 new jobs created in the past ten years and one of the highest growth rates nationwide, the region has established itself as a high-performing and innovative location. Companies here benefit from an excellent pool of skilled workers: More than a quarter of employees work in specialized or highly qualified roles – a figure significantly above the national average.
Ulm/Neu-Ulm It combines a strong industrial base with a growing high-tech landscape. Industrial sales have increased at an above-average rate in recent years, and the region is increasingly becoming a hotspot for technology- and innovation-oriented startups. New companies and future-oriented business models are emerging, particularly in areas such as IT, high-tech, life sciences, and knowledge-intensive services.
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Six key sectors shape the region's economic profile: metal processing , mechanical engineering , commercial vehicle manufacturing , logistics , medicine & life sciences , and information and communication technology/electronics. Together, they employ over 40 percent of the workforce – a top figure in national comparison. While traditional industries such as mechanical and automotive engineering continue to provide stability, the ICT and life sciences sectors in particular are driving growth. The ICT sector is now one of the region's most dynamic areas, characterized by software development, electronics, measurement and control technology, and innovative technology companies.
The mechanical engineering sector boasts an exceptionally broad portfolio – ranging from packaging machinery and construction equipment to refrigeration and air conditioning technology. This diversity makes the industry extremely resilient to crises. Commercial vehicle manufacturing also remains a defining element of the region; regional research expertise in battery systems and hydrogen technologies opens up further future opportunities.
Logistics benefits from the strategically ideal location on the A7 and A8 transport corridors. It is a major employer and an essential component of industrial value creation. At the same time, the demand for logistics space is growing, which presents new challenges and opportunities for regional development.
With strong universities and research institutions – including the University of Ulm, the University of Applied Sciences Neu-Ulm With numerous institutes in the fields of medicine, biotechnology, quantum technology, and energy, the region boasts an outstanding knowledge and innovation landscape. This forms the basis for new ideas, skilled workers, and sustainable growth.
Ulm/Neu-Ulm stands for economic strength, technological diversity and a strong focus on the future.
The close networking of industries, the innovative strength of companies and the excellent location make the region an attractive place for investments, skilled workers and companies of all sizes.
Within the “industrial” south of Germany, the Ulm region stands out.Neu-Ulm its central location with excellent transport links.
The cities of Ulm and [missing text] are considered to be on the border between Baden-Württemberg and Bavaria. Neu-Ulm as an up-and-coming twin city in southern Germany.
A comparatively low price level coupled with a high quality of life are the distinctive hallmarks of our business location. Added to this is the geographical location and its associated transport connections.
Due to its location at the intersection of the A8 and A7 motorways, metropolitan areas such as Munich, Stuttgart or Frankfurt are just as easily accessible as the countries of Austria, Switzerland, Italy, France and also parts of Eastern Europe.
The excellent transport connections ensure the continued operation of the ICE train stop in Ulm. The implementation of the "Stuttgart 21" project will further enhance the importance of the Ulm/Neu-Ulm further strengthened. The container terminal located in northern Ulm is an interface between rail and road transport and consolidates freight flows.
No matter which destination in the world you wish to travel to – the airports of Stuttgart, Munich, Augsburg, Friedrichshafen and Memmingen can be easily reached in between half an hour and one and a half hours.
The designation of residential building land in diverse locations is part of a forward-looking and attractive location quality for both cities. Further building areas are planned for Ulm and [the other city] in the coming years. Neu-Ulm planned.
With its beautiful location on the Danube and its proximity to the Swabian Alb, the Ulm region offers Neu-Ulm A diverse range of leisure and sports activities for everyone.
Due to the active city policy, Ulm and Neu-Ulm, significantly more than Ulm Minster. In Ulm and Neu-Ulm For those interested, it offers a veritable cultural mile.
The demand for highly qualified employees is constantly increasing in companies. In cooperation with the three universities (University of Ulm, Ulm University of Applied Sciences and Ulm University of Applied Sciences) Neu-Ulm) encounter the cities of Ulm and Neu-Ulm this problem.
The demand for highly qualified employees is constantly increasing in companies. This trend is further accelerated by demographic changes in society. In cooperation with the three universities (University of Ulm, Ulm University of Applied Sciences, and Ulm University of Applied Sciences) Neu-Ulm) encounter the cities of Ulm and Neu-Ulm this problem.
“Make it in Germany” – the German Federal Government's portal for skilled workers from abroad:
Make it in Germany
The regional job portal is free for our companies:
karriere-innovationsregion.de
Baden-Württemberg The state agency for the immigration of skilled workers is launching. A central, digital contact point is intended to relieve the burden on companies.
State Agency for Immigration Baden-Württemberg
The Bavarian State Ministry of the Interior, for Sport and Integration provides an overview of the possibilities for the immigration of skilled workers:
Bavarian State Ministry of the Interior, for Sport and Integration
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