Location
North Rhine-Westphalia
North Rhine-Westphalia:
an international hub for industry, research, and innovation
A global motor of growth
Ranked 20th in the world in terms of gross domestic product and accounting for 25 % of all foreign direct investment in Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia is one of the most important economic centres in the world.
Leading location for research
With the highest concentration of academic institutions and the largest research centre in the country, North Rhine-Westphalia is at the forefront of the German research scene.
Pioneering in biotechnology
Biotech companies in NRW generate 27 % of the industry’s turnover in Germany and function as incubators in the industry.
Excellence in education
Two Universities of Excellence and six of the largest universities in Germany make NRW an important location for education.
Cultural and academic diversity
The cultural and academic diversity in NRW creates a dynamic environment for innovation and international cooperation.
Over the past 25 years, more than 500 life sciences companies have settled in NRW, including 122 with a proven biotechnology focus.
Facts and Figures
specialized biotech companies in NRW
total annual turnover in Germany
employees in biotech companies in NRW
investments in research and development in Germany
