Hamburg as a Business Location
Hamburg’s position as one of the most dynamic economic regions in Europe is rooted in a mix of economic potential and a high standard of living. This page provides an overview of the industries that characterize the region’s economic structure. »
Aviation Industry
Next to Seattle and Toulouse, Hamburg is one of the world’s pre-eminent sites of the civil aviation industry. One out of three aviation-sector employees in Germany work in the Hamburg area. »
Media & IT
More than any other industry, the media and IT sector relies on a central, urban location and effective information networks. Hamburg is an ideal environment for innovation and bringing new ideas to fruition. »
Renewable Energy
Metropolitan Region As the renewable energy industry develops at a rapid pace, the Hamburg metropolitan region is gaining an international reputation for cutting-edge technology. »
Finance & Insurance Companies
With its large number of banks, insurance companies and wide range of brokerage services, Hamburg is one of Germany’s leading financial centres. »
Nanotechnology
Researchers and scientists regard nanotechnology as the key technology of the 21st century. The Hanseatic City provides an environment in which nanoscience companies can flourish. »
Life Sciences
Metropolitan Region The development of new drugs, improved diagnostics, or personalized forms of therapy – the Hamburg metropolitan region provides first-rate medical and scientific expertise, pioneering technological approaches and a high level of industrial performance. »
Maritime Technologies
Metropolitan Region The innovative core of the maritime industry consists of naval architecture, the shipbuilding supply industry, marine and offshore engineering, ancillary services and research facilities. The metropolitan region concentrates exceptional expertise in these areas. »
Chemical Industry
Metropolitan Region Building block chemicals and base materials production are the industry’s main focus in the Hamburg region, taking full advantage of the excellent infrastructure and transport options as well as the outstanding research facilities and universities. Read more about this sector here. »
Food & Beverage Industry
Metropolitan Region While the city of Hamburg is at the intersection of domestic and international trade flows, the rural areas of the region rely on the food industry as an important economic factor. As an international trading hub, Hamburg developed into gateway for exotic wares, fruits, spices, etc. »
Innovations from Hamburg
Hamburg provides an inspiring and conducive environment for innovation. Scientific success has many faces, examples of successful innovations we compiled for you. »
Brands from Hamburg
Hamburg is the birthplace and production site of many world-famous brands. In the following article, you will find a range of brands that enjoy an excellent reputation. »
Tourism Industry
Metropolitan Region More than 175,000 jobs in Hamburg are directly or indirectly tourism-related, making the industry one of the region’s major employers. »
Cultural Sector
Hamburg is a renowned centre of the arts, with outstanding cultural institutions and a thriving cultural scene built on a solid economic foundation. »
External Links
Hamburg Welcome Center
The Hamburg Welcome Center is your free resource for information on working, studying, living and family care. »
Hamburg Metropolitan Region
Access economic data and information about the Hamburg metropolitan region‘s business development agencies. »
Germany Trade & Invest
Germany Trade & Invest is the foreign trade and inward investment agency of the Federal Republic of Germany. »
Statistics Portal
This portal is operated jointly by the statistical offices of the individual states and the Federal Statistical Office. »
Downloads
Germany Trade & Invest
Investment Guide to Germany - How to access and set up business in Europe's biggest market. Download PDF , 2.14 MB
Employment Issues Overview
German laws and regulations on employment issues: Download PDF , 138.49 KB