Key Competitive Attractions
Region Varmland was created by the county council and its 16 municipalities to promote economic development, culture and adult education in the Varmland region.
Facts and figures:
- Annual budget of SEK 300 million (€32 million) donated by the county council.
- In 2008, investments from Region Varmland of SEK 120 million (€12.8 million) generated a massive SEK 720 million (€76.9 million) return.
- A welcoming and supportive entrepreneurial environment.
- 5 colleges for adult education.
- Numerous resource centres including Visit Varmland, the Regional Resource Center for Dance and the Regional Energy Agency.
- A strong R&D and innovation climate that suits the needs of the business community.
- Competitive living and operational costs.
- Attractive environment.
- Booming tourism industry.
- Adaptable and specialised workforce that suits the needs of local companies.
