Picardy Regional Council
Key Competitive Attractions
Picardy has a population of 1.85 million, which represents 3.2% of the French metropolitan population and 3.1% of the French labour force.
Industry is at the centre of Picardy’s economy. Its geographic position has established the region as a major European trade thoroughfare, placing it at the heart of a market with 250 million consumers.
Picardy's Industrial Strengths:
- Top position in France for frozen and canned vegetables, ready meals, beetroot, sugar, potatoes, metalworking, ironmongery and valve fittings.
- Second position in France for glass making, cosmetics products, bar-turning, and farm implements.
- Third position in France for rubber, plastics processing and agricultural machinery
The Picardy Regional Council works to promote and develop the regional economy.
Assistance and Support For New Business Investors
Companies setting up in Picardy are fully supported by the Regional Council.
The Regional Council offers a wide range of economic services, including:
- Help at all stages of setting up a new project in the area
- Assistance during the recruitment process
- Guidance during entry into international markets
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