Key Competitive Attractions
Cottbus is the second largest city in the German state of Brandenburg, with a population of about 101,000. Located in the east of Germany, half way between Berlin and the Polish and Czech borders, over 9 million people live within a 2 hour radius from Cottbus. The nearest larger German cities are Dresden, 90 km away, and Berlin (100 km).
Key business sectors in Cottbus include the energy sector, ICT, machine and equipment engineering, food production and transport technology. Personnel costs can be significantly lower in the Cottbus region than the German average due to a seasonal Polish workforce within the border community.
Assistance and Support For New Business Investors
EGC Cottbus offers a number of free services to investors, including:
- Information about local issues, including authorities and permissions
- Services specifically for foreign investors
- Help with business premises, funding, and connecting to local business partners.
