Franche-Comte Regional Development Agency
Key Competitive Attractions
Franche-Comte regional development team follows four focal points for businesses investing in the region.
Prospecting - we identify potential investors and welcome them to Franche-Comte. From drawing up specifications to getting the firm moved in and further beyond. We insure that a tailor made response is made.
Promotion - we focus on all kinds of initiatives developed to introducing Franche-Comte as a competitive, innovative and high return region. As a results Franche-Comte is constantly growing its reputation as a promising area for businesses.
Industry sectors - We are at the heart of the Microtechnology, Vehicle of the Future, Plastopolis and Vitagora competitiveness clusters. We act like a back-office and resources centre to see to it that the Franche-Comte, inter-regional and international dimensions and their interconnections are taken into account.
Strategic businesses - Businesses intelligence services are a "plus" well worth taking up when investing in Franche-Comte. The ARD and its partners are by the enterprises that form the economic face of Franche-Comte. They understand the threats hanging over businesses and can detect good opportunities to vouchsafe the longevity of activity and guide project developments.
Assistance and Support For New Business Investors
We can:
- Provide you with relevant information on the region’s economy
- Find the sites that are most suitable for your project
- Find R&D providers, technological support and support for innovation
- Help you during the recruitment process to find the best personnel for your business
- Support and promote your business
