Pays de la Loire Regional Council
Key Competitive Attractions
The Pays de la Loire region is rich in its economy, culture and leisure activities. It is the first French region for ship building, and the second for agriculture, fishing and aeronautics. The Pays de la Loire is home to nine business clusters, making it a region that is strong in R&D. The region has a working population of almost 1.5million, with the majority in the services sector.
The Pays de la Loire Regional Council works to develop the regional economy. This involves working with the public and private sectors, assisting business creation and development, and supporting projects and initiatives in the economic, cultural and leisure spheres.
Assistance and Support For New Business Investors
The Pays de la Loire Regional Council offers help to companies that are setting up and developing in the region. The Council can direct companies to the relevant organisations that will assist with all aspects of business development, including financial assistance, property searches and providing information on the regional economy.





