The city of Berlin, capital of Germany, lies in the heart of the North German Plain, on a commercial and geographical axis stretching from East to West – such a favourable location helped make it the capital of the kingdom of Prussia in the past and then, in 1871, of a unified Germany. The city survived the destruction brought about by World War II, the forced division of the country into East and West Germany, and the construction of the famous Berlin Wall… Berlin was rebuilt and hence came to shine with amazing economic and cultural growth!
Great location for a smart city
For the rest of Europe, Berlin stands for movement and change, for growth and new opportunities. Why? Since the Berlin Wall was demolished in 1989, the German capital has evolved into an internationally captivating and popular location for tourism, business, and technology. Quality infrastructure and entirely new city districts have emerged, and the capital still has potential for further growth. Berlin is the perfect gateway to Central, Eastern, and Western Europe, with its central geographical location and excellently developed infrastructure. All major European markets can be reached from here via road connections – so the German capital and its surroundings offer ideal conditions to be effectively considered a business location. The high quality of life with a relatively low cost of living, the lively city life, and the international environment are just some of the reasons why young entrepreneurs choose to bring their business ideas to life in this corner of the globe. As a result, the city has become a start-up hub and presents the highest levels of growth in Germany in recent years.
Where culture meets business and science
Berlin is known as a world city of culture and creative industries. Numerous cultural institutions, many of which enjoy international fame, represent the vast, diverse heritage of the city. As a result, many famous or young artists and cultural entrepreneurs move here.
But Berlin is also one of the largest science centres in Europe, with internationally renowned Universities and research institutions. The city’s intensive collaboration between science and industry emerges in a number of networks and cooperation opportunities.
More and more people are coming to Berlin, making the city a central location for future technology and international business. Renowned companies such as Amazon and Google have already chosen the city as a premium location. Furthermore, in addition to Parliament, Government buildings, and national agencies, many umbrella organisations for business and science are based in Berlin. The capital is close to federal ministries, embassies and international agencies, and industries, and thus provides easier access for decision-makers in research and development, production and sales.
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