Region of economy

Upper Lusatia is characterized by renowned corporate fl agships and numerous small and mid-sized enterprises that bestow upon the business region a diversifi ed, dynamic, and innovative image. Who would have thought that Europe’s most modern dairy is located in Upper Lusatia – namely, the Sachsenmilch AG corporation’s dairy in Leppersdorf – or that trams are shipped around the globe from Bautzen and Görlitz? The Bombardier Transportation GmbH corporation, for example, is currently testing the world’s fi rst catenary-free and contactless tram in Bautzen. And even the global Siemens Group relies on Upper Lusatian competence. The Siemens AG Energy Sector Görlitz corporation is producing the world’s largest industrial steam turbines is the global market leader when it comes to manufacturing industrial steam turbines and is currently investing into a new production hall at this location. But also such innovative ideas developments as, for example, the lithium-ion batteries of the Li-Tec Battery GmbH & Co. KG corporation or the pilot plant for the fi rst lignite power plant with low CO2 emissions of the Vattenfall Europe AG corporation come from are pursued and advanced in Upper Lusatia. Together we’re strong – that’s always been one of the secrets for the success of Upper Lusatian enterprises. And that’s why the regional economy also focuses on the vibrant strength of branch-oriented networks. They assist companies primarily through cooperations in procurement, sales, and services as well as in research and development, in internal and external marketing, and even in Euroregional alliances. Because Upper Lusatia is located in the border triangle Germany – Poland – Czech Republic, it links three very interesting and future-oriented European economic markets. The people and the companies identify themselves closely with their Upper Lusatia which has evolved historically and whose roots go back more than 1,000 years. The region not only scores points as a competent business venue, but also with its very high quality of life, multifaceted cultural variety as well as its outstanding tourist attractions and recreational programs. The region’s special features also include the Sorbian population and their own unique language and culture. With its linguistic diversity, Upper Lusatia is a cosmopolitan region perfectly suited for conducting business and living in a modern Europe.

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