Cottbus Business

The European Union’s eastward expansion creates a special focus on the Cottbus region for the automotive industry, particularly for global companies such as; DaimlerChrysler, Porsche, BMW, Volkswagen, Toyota and Opel which are all easily accessible.

Location profile

• Top conditions for all large vehicle manufacturers
• including highly scientific potential at the Brandenburg Technical University (BTU Cottbus)
• with a research center for new materials and lightweight construction materials (Panta Rhei)
• Fraunhofer Application Center for logistics system planning and information systems (ALI)
• availability of highly qualified and achievement-oriented specialists
• low labor costs as well as longer and more flexible work schedules
• structured Lausitz regional automotive networks
• inexpensive trade areas with direct motorway access and best promotion possibilities through highest promotion sets in Europe