In the beating heart of Europe.
GERMANY’S SAARLAND
unique, international, and multifaceted
Saarland is one Germany’s 16 federal states, and it stands out thanks to its unique history. Over 250 years, the state has changed nationality eight times. We have previously been French and independent – now we are international. Our state’s central geographical location, international connections, and diversity reflect a unique character unlike any other German state.
We welcome industry!
TRULY BUSINESS-FRIENDLY
Saarland has a long tradition as an industrial state, shaped in particular by the coal and steel industries. Its industrial structure has changed over time. Saarland has developed into a home for innovative industrial companies characterized by high-tech products and new technologies. The Saarland state government focuses on industry promotion and reinforcement for industry, creates investment incentives, and supports research and development projects.
IDEAL CONDITIONS FOR INDUSTRY:
- Highly qualified employees with industry experience
- Targeted promotion and development of industry by the state government
- Competitiveness boosted by application-oriented research
Qualified, motivated specialists
AND PRACTICE-ORIENTED YOUNG TALENT
The workforce in Saarland is very well-educated, motivated, loyal, and identifies strongly with their employer company. Due to many years of experience in industry, the acceptance of shift work is high and staff turnover is low. Qualified young talent is also available thanks to practical training and various universities.
THE BENEFITS OF SAARLAND FOR YOU
- A cross-border labor market with huge specialist potential across France, Luxembourg, and Germany
- Young talent with practical experience thanks to dual training in companies and vocational schools
- Broad university training with a focus on engineering and computer science
Central location
AMID THE EUROPEAN ECONOMIC AREA
Saarland is well connected to the major European cities by road, rail and air. The proximity to the economic centers of Europe also facilitates close cooperation and business relationships across national borders.
Saarland as a logistics location
You can supply all of your European clients from a single logistics center in Saarland because the majority of Europe is no more than 18 hours away by truck.
THE LOGISTICAL BENEFITS WE OFFER
- Ideal transport connections by road and rail
- Experienced, reliable partners for sales and warehousing
- Logistics sector well set up for industry and production
Synergies through proximity
INNOVATIVE CAPACITY NEARBY
Our state is known for its outstanding, cross-sector networking. Here, you will find an inspiring atmosphere where innovative ideas from different sectors merge to produce synergies, whether in production, electromobility, or industry.
Max Planck, Fraunhofer, or Leibniz – countless top-quality research institutes and outstanding research institutions are promoting innovations, new ideas, and the further development of industry. We support your collaborations with universities and the many research institutes in our state.
This close networking with experts from a wide range of subject areas opens up extensive opportunities for collaboration and groundbreaking solutions.
