LOCATION WITH A SUSTAINABLE PERSPECTIVE Sustainable progress – The location with vision

The appeal of the A³ region is unbroken. Over 700,000 people live and work here. Countless career paths are open in the Augsburg economic region. A³ is a high-tech region and a centre of attraction for innovation-driven companies and people. They appreciate the central location, excellent connections and the ideal logistics infrastructure, which is increasingly focussing on sustainability.

Success story: Features of the region A³ is all this – and much more

How would you describe the Augsburg region? What characterises its residents and how can the regional attitude to life be described? Not so easy, is it? As part of a project sponsored by the Free State of Bavaria, Regio Augsburg Wirtschaft GmbH looked into these and similar questions and, among ... more
How would you describe the Augsburg region? What characterises its residents and how can the regional attitude to life be described? Not so easy, is it? As part of a project sponsored by the Free State of Bavaria, Regio Augsburg Wirtschaft GmbH looked into these and similar questions and, among other things, identified typical characteristics of regional identity in surveys.
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Success story: Augsburg Innovation Park Mammoth project with vision

Together with renowned research partners, an innovative ecosystem for open innovation processes of technology-orientated companies and cutting-edge researchers is developing at the Augsburg Innovation Park. ... more
Together with renowned research partners, an innovative ecosystem for open innovation processes of technology-orientated companies and cutting-edge researchers is developing at the Augsburg Innovation Park.
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Success story: Business networks Well connected: Innovative company networks in the business location Augsburg

When competitors become co-operation partners, fertile ground for new ideas is created. In 143 corporate networks in the business location Augsburg, forces from the region come together to pursue common interests and overcome challenges. The variety of special topics that are promoted is large: from resource efficiency and new technology solutions to timber construction. ... more
When competitors become co-operation partners, fertile ground for new ideas is created. In 143 corporate networks in the business location Augsburg, forces from the region come together to pursue common interests and overcome challenges. The variety of special topics that are promoted is large: from resource efficiency and new technology solutions to timber construction.
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Business location Opportunities

The Augsburg economic region boasts state-of-the-art infrastructure, a high concentration of innovation and a highly skilled workforce. This makes the region the ideal location for sustainable and future-oriented investment. The economic momentum is particularly evident in the increase in the number of employees subject to social insurance contributions. The qualification structure of employees in the Augsburg economic region is characterised by a high density of skilled workers and a strong presence of companies specialising in specific areas of technology. The proportion of employees in knowledge-intensive service sectors and in research and development is also high. The city of Augsburg consistently records a positive commuter balance, which underlines its economic importance. As part of the Munich metropolitan region, A³ offers direct access to one of Europe's strongest economic regions.

The Augsburg economic region boasts state-of-the-art infrastructure, a high concentration of innovation and a highly skilled workforce. This makes the region the ideal location for sustainable and future-oriented investment. The economic momentum is particularly evident in the increase in the number of employees subject to social insurance contributions. The qualification structure of employees in the Augsburg economic region is characterised by a high density of skilled workers and a strong presence of companies specialising in specific areas of technology. The proportion of employees in knowledge-intensive service sectors and in research and development is also high. The city of Augsburg consistently records a positive commuter balance, which underlines its economic importance. As part of the Munich metropolitan region, A³ offers direct access to one of Europe's strongest economic regions.

Technology fields in the economic area Leading sectors

The leading sectors and technology fields include mechatronics and automation, aerospace, fibre composite technology, environmental technology, information and communication technology as well as resource efficiency, digitalization and AI. As an example: A unique center for resource efficiency is the Augsburg Innovation Park. Here, innovations are accelerated and growth processes are promoted. Knowledge sources meet knowledge users in the best environment.

The leading sectors and technology fields include mechatronics and automation, aerospace, fibre composite technology, environmental technology, information and communication technology as well as resource efficiency, digitalization and AI. As an example: A unique center for resource efficiency is the Augsburg Innovation Park. Here, innovations are accelerated and growth processes are promoted. Knowledge sources meet knowledge users in the best environment.

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Sustainability Strong economic factor

Value-orientation and sustainability: In the region, sustainability is not only a question of conscious and responsible business and living, but also a strong economic factor: A³ is a competence region for resource efficiency. Companies can find a wide range of support for the application and development of innovative technologies as well as the right materials for future-orientated business and work in the company and research network already established here.

Value-orientation and sustainability: In the region, sustainability is not only a question of conscious and responsible business and living, but also a strong economic factor: A³ is a competence region for resource efficiency. Companies can find a wide range of support for the application and development of innovative technologies as well as the right materials for future-orientated business and work in the company and research network already established here.

Facts & figures SVP employees, educational attainment in a supraregional comparison, 2024

The qualification structure of employees in the Augsburg economic region is characterised by a high density of skilled workers and a strong presence of companies specialising in specific areas of technology. The proportion of employees in knowledge-intensive service sectors and in research and development is also high.

Number of persons per year in A³
Source: bulwiengesa AG; RIWIS

Offers

Offer for investors A³ Investor Atlas

Whether you are already based in the region or are planning to settle or invest here, we are happy to assist you with our wide range of services. Gain a comprehensive overview of the Augsburg economic area in the A³ Investor Atlas. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any further questions. ... more
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Spaces with added value Meet the Augsburg region at Expo Real in Munich

Expo Real in Munich is the largest trade fair for property and investment in Europe. The Augsburg economic region has been represented there for many years with a top position in the Munich marketplace. Meet us there! ... more
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Offer for companies, specialists and investors Location consultancy

Regio Augsburg Wirtschaft GmbH is the first point of contact for companies, skilled workers and investors interested in the A³ location as well as economic players already based in the region. It promotes networking between business and science and supports the establishment of industry networks. ... more
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a picture is worth a thousand words Impressions of people at work in A³

We visited companies and research institutions and took unposed photos of people at work. The result is a wonderful impression of workplaces and people in the region. Real, unposed and up close. See for yourself.

We visited companies and research institutions and took unposed photos of people at work. The result is a wonderful impression of workplaces and people in the region. Real, unposed and up close. See for yourself.

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In detail The shareholders of A³

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Head of Location Marketing

Vanessa Bergler

Communication & Location marketing

Lena-Marie Buhler