Key Competitive Attractions
Located about 25 kilometres south of Cologne on the river Rhine, Bonn was the capital of West Germany from 1949 to 1990 and the official seat of government of united Germany from 1990 to 1999. Bonn remains a centre of politics and administration to this day.
Some of Germany's largest corporate players are based in Bonn, mainly in the areas telecommunications and logistics. The city is also establishing itself as an important national and international centre for meetings, conventions and conferences, many of which are directly related to the work of the United Nations.
Close to the Cologne/Bonn International Airport and well connected to Germany's motorway and high-speed rail network, Bonn is home to Deutsche Telekom, T-Mobile and Deutsche Post.
Assistance and Support For New Business Investors
The Bonn Department of Economic Development is offering a range of services to investors, including:
- Individual assistance with company formation and relocation to Bonn
- Strengthening the connection between businesses and R&D
- Help with access to funding
