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At the start of the 21st century, Leipzig and the surrounding area are developing into a region with first-class automotive expertise. The car production and automotive components industry clusters is one of the youngest in Leipzig - yet it's also unfurling its potential as the most dynamic. Ever since 1999 when Porsche announced it would be producing its Cayenne sport utility vehicle in Leipzig, the automotive industry has been returning to the Leipzig region after a century. This initial impetus from one of the world's most prestigious car manufacturers was followed less than two years later by BMW's decision to build its new plant for its 3-Series in Leipzig.

More than 150 component suppliers in the region are profiting from the reorganisation of industry. The OEMs' manufacturing depth will decrease, this production being shouldered by medium-sized suppliers, whose network will expand over the next 10 years. Additional follow-up investments will take place not just in the components and service industries, but also in many adjacent areas. The components industry in the region and beyond is expanding.

Conditions are improving

The conditions for the commercial success of suppliers are improving. Networks between businesses as well as colleges, universities, research centres and the business chambers are emerging at a fast pace. Leipzig offers low costs, longer and more flexible working hours than elsewhere in Germany, and 30 per cent lower wages. This is a region where the turnover of industry increases more than six per cent per annum and it provides well trained employees.

Leisure activities

Attractive leisure facilities, a varied arts scene, an intact environment and pleasant living conditions are some of the prized soft factors among potential investors. Leipzig sets a great example in many areas of everyday life. This place has an atmosphere of its own, combined with an impressive vitality and urban style. Superb architecture from centuries past blends with a colourful arts scene, making for an exciting mix of heritage and modernity.

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