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Viersen
A central location in the heart of Europe
Companies in the Kreis Viersen area benefit from a central location in the heart of Europe. Via four motorways, the large sales and purchasing markets on the Rhine and the Ruhr area can be reached just as quickly as the neighbouring countries of the Benelux with their large seaports. International connections are provided by Düsseldorf International Airport, just a 20-minute drive away.
With its adjoining universities and its technology and start-up centre in Kempen, Kreis Viersen is situated in the middle of a broad knowledge and research region. Small and medium-sized companies, as well as global players, characterise the mix of industries in Kreis Viersen.
Photo: Andreas Baum
Health care
In recent years, health care in Kreis Viersen has become increasingly important. More than 17% of all workers are employed in this sector. In addition to demographic development and medical-technical progress, growing health awareness is also leading to an increased demand for services and products in the fields of health, nursing and care.
At the same time, healthcare has become a high-tech industry and one of the world leaders in terms of investment in research and development.
Trade and logistics
An excellent location and a well-developed infrastructure, four federal motorways and around 18 million inhabitants within a radius of 100 kilometres – the presence of wholesalers, logistics and distribution services in Kreis Viersen is almost self-evident!
With a share of more than 14% of all employees in the distribution sector, Kreis Viersen is far above the national average.
Food Industry
The food industry in Kreis Viersen is a regional economic cluster. The share of employment in the food and beverage industry is more than twice the state average in North Rhine-Westphalia.
Well-known national and international companies have their headquarters in Kreis Viersen and many of them process the products of regional agriculture.
Mechanical engineering
For decades, Kreis Viersen has been characterised by the textile industry and many mechanical engineering companies have their roots here. Mechanical engineering is one of the most important industries in Kreis Viersen.
All over the world, specialised machinery and customised products from this region are used, for example in the food industry and logistics.
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