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Prosper in a dynamic ecosystem

Looking for a vibrant environment characterized by robust economic activity?

Your contact:
Jan
Fiedler.
Your contact:
Jan Fiedler.
Director Regional Networks & Industries

+49 69 686038 - 37

Prime infrastructure, plenty of talent, investment capital, opportunities to interact with the local business community, and a multitude of international business powerhouses: In the Frankfurt metropolitan region, all is set for you to grow your business.

A gateway to the world located in the heart of Europe, and with a truly international DNA, the Frankfurt RheinMain Region is an ideal business base.

  • Industry Networks and Organizations

    In your industry, do relevant business networks and talents count? The Frankfurt RheinMain region welcomes you with a large number of industry-specific organizations that network, support, and advise companies locally. This productive environment creates links between the region’s universities and provides the skilled staff you need to be successful. At world leading international trade fairs, conferences, seminars and networking events, you’ll have direct access to customers and suppliers at the regional and international level.

    Find your Industry Network  Download your Industry Map  Check Industry Overview

  • Local Chambers of Commerce and
    Industry and Economic Development Agencies

    What better way to promote your business than to network with the key players. Which is another area where we provide you with ideal support!

    Our direct links into the business development community and the Chambers of Commerce and Industry (IHK) will help you deal with any relevant regulations and get established as quickly as possible.

    You are not alone!

    The network of chambers of commerce and industries play an important role in the German economy. They are public corporations organized regionally and are comprised of cross-industry business people and commercial enterprises. Their objective: to represent their members’ interests in their respective geographic area. In this way, the chambers promote the local economy and ensure balanced growth across an array of industry clusters.

     

    • Your local banking partner

      Would you prefer to keep working with your home bank while establishing your business in Germany? In many cases, your bank back home will probably have a branch or a representative office in Frankfurt thanks to the financial center’s unique position in Germany. It is currently home to no less than about 160 foreign banks. You can conveniently also choose from among about 250 banks and financial institutions. This gives you a range of options for your business bank account, required to register your company here.

      Legal and tax advisory services

      The region is home to numerous advisors able to provide support in your mother tongue. Our service provider database gives you a first idea of what is available. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you need help with navigation or have special requirements. 

      Service provider database
       

    • Benefit from our start-up community

      What does the ideal location for your company look like? One thing’s for sure: You can’t beat a lively start-up scene, highly-qualified staff, a strong network for advice and support, and a large customer base – in our core industries of finance, automotive, life sciences, and IT. Precisely these factors provide a fertile ground for you in Frankfurt RheinMain. Countless start-ups in the fields of cybersecurity, fintech, proptech, and legaltech are already busy growing their business here. Meaning you have excellent opportunities to benefit from a highly innovative environment. One that is constantly onboarding new sectors, such as advanced gaming, machine learning, medtech, and green tech.

      TechQuartier in Frankfurt, Frankfurt ForwardHIGHEST start-up network, and a multitude of other tech hubs are expanding the start-up ecosystem. Deutsche Bank, Commerzbank, Deutsche Börse and Life Science giant Merck each has its own incubators where innovation is the main focus. In addition, the region boasts many other specialist incubators and accelerators that provide outstanding expertise in their respective fields.

    Industry clusters

    Industry Networks and Organizations

    In your industry, do relevant business networks and talents count? The Frankfurt RheinMain region welcomes you with a large number of industry-specific organizations that network, support, and advise companies locally. This productive environment creates links between the region’s universities and provides the skilled staff you need to be successful. At world leading international trade fairs, conferences, seminars and networking events, you’ll have direct access to customers and suppliers at the regional and international level.

    Find your Industry Network  Download your Industry Map  Check Industry Overview

    Chambers of Commerce

    Local Chambers of Commerce and
    Industry and Economic Development Agencies

    What better way to promote your business than to network with the key players. Which is another area where we provide you with ideal support!

    Our direct links into the business development community and the Chambers of Commerce and Industry (IHK) will help you deal with any relevant regulations and get established as quickly as possible.

    You are not alone!

    The network of chambers of commerce and industries play an important role in the German economy. They are public corporations organized regionally and are comprised of cross-industry business people and commercial enterprises. Their objective: to represent their members’ interests in their respective geographic area. In this way, the chambers promote the local economy and ensure balanced growth across an array of industry clusters.

     

      Finance & Consulting

      Your local banking partner

      Would you prefer to keep working with your home bank while establishing your business in Germany? In many cases, your bank back home will probably have a branch or a representative office in Frankfurt thanks to the financial center’s unique position in Germany. It is currently home to no less than about 160 foreign banks. You can conveniently also choose from among about 250 banks and financial institutions. This gives you a range of options for your business bank account, required to register your company here.

      Legal and tax advisory services

      The region is home to numerous advisors able to provide support in your mother tongue. Our service provider database gives you a first idea of what is available. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you need help with navigation or have special requirements. 

      Service provider database
       

      Start-ups

      Benefit from our start-up community

      What does the ideal location for your company look like? One thing’s for sure: You can’t beat a lively start-up scene, highly-qualified staff, a strong network for advice and support, and a large customer base – in our core industries of finance, automotive, life sciences, and IT. Precisely these factors provide a fertile ground for you in Frankfurt RheinMain. Countless start-ups in the fields of cybersecurity, fintech, proptech, and legaltech are already busy growing their business here. Meaning you have excellent opportunities to benefit from a highly innovative environment. One that is constantly onboarding new sectors, such as advanced gaming, machine learning, medtech, and green tech.

      TechQuartier in Frankfurt, Frankfurt ForwardHIGHEST start-up network, and a multitude of other tech hubs are expanding the start-up ecosystem. Deutsche Bank, Commerzbank, Deutsche Börse and Life Science giant Merck each has its own incubators where innovation is the main focus. In addition, the region boasts many other specialist incubators and accelerators that provide outstanding expertise in their respective fields.

      International Communities & Consulates

      The greater Frankfurt region is home to more than 50 consulates. The related consular services can be very useful for your international staff. In addition, you benefit from the work that the consulates do to foster economic and socio-cultural relationships between your home country and Germany.

      Find your Consulate

      USA

      20,000+ U.S. citizens
      live and work in Frankfurt RheinMain.

      1,500+ company subsidiaries and 15 HQs
      Frankfurt RheinMain is the number one German business location for American companies.
      Fifteen German headquarters of the largest American companies are located here.

      Strong American connections 
      Important points of contact for American companies, employees, and their families include the numerous networks in the area.
      There are also international kindergartens, several schools that offer an American curriculum and accreditation recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

      • USA

        Consulate General of the United States of America
        Gießener Straße 30 | 60435 Frankfurt am Main

        Phone: +49 69 7535-0

      UK

      10,500+ UK citizens
      work and live in Frankfurt RheinMain.

      1,300+ UK companies
      Banking and financial services, IT, consulting, and HR sectors are particularly well-represented in the region.

      Special connection with the UK
      There are numerous international and English-speaking kindergartens and schools, pubs, English-speaking theaters, and cinemas. 
      Frankfurt and Birmingham have been sister cities since 1966.

      • UK

        Honorary Consular Mission of the United Kingdom 
        Bockenheimer Anlage 44 | 60322 Frankfurt am Main

        Phone: +49 69 273088-00

      Korea

      12,500+ Korean citizens
      work and live in Frankfurt RheinMain.

      Largest Korean business community in Europe
      Almost all major Korean corporations are represented in the region with their German and European headquarters. 

      Strong Korean connections
      You will find Korean doctors, lawyers, schools, hairdressers, beauty salons, karaoke bars, hotels, and restaurants, as well as 20 Korean religious communities.

      France

      14,000+ French citizens
      work and live in Frankfurt RheinMain.

      550+ French companies
      The French Consulate General and the French Chamber of Commerce in Germany are located in Frankfurt RheinMain.

      Strong French connections
      French schools and kindergartens are available.
      There are numerous French associations, such as the Club des Affaires de la Hesse, which is part of the largest Franco-German business network, CAFA.

      Australia

      1,000+ Australian citizens
      are working and living in Frankfurt RheinMain.

      50+ Australian companies 
      A growing number of Australian companies have a subsidiary in Frankfurt RheinMain, such as Westpac Bank. Five of Australia's six states investment promotion agencies are located here as well. 

      Central Australian associations
      The Australian Consulate General and numerous other associations are located in Frankfurt RheinMain.

      • Australia

        Australian Consulate General
        Neue Mainzer Straße 52-58 | 60311 Frankfurt

        Telephone: +49 69 9055-80 

      India

      20,000+ Indian citizens
      work and live in Frankfurt RheinMain. Making them the largest Asian diaspora community in the region.

      140+ Indian companies
      with a wide range of industries have settled here.
      IT and AI, life sciences and telecommunications companies are particularly well-represented.

      Large Indian business community 
      Frankfurt RheinMain offers a comfortable environment for Indian expats: a large Indian business community, over 30 cultural associations/institutions, as well as cricket and field hockey clubs.

      Japan

      5,500+ Japanese citizens
      work and live in Frankfurt RheinMain.

      250+ Japanese companies
      Banks, financial service providers, trading companies and R&D functions are represented in the region. Many production sites of Japanese companies are located in Frankfurt RheinMain.

      Strong Japanese connections
      Here you will find a strong Japanese network that has developed over the years, including Japanese stores, tax consultants, lawyers, and associations.

      Find our more about the Japanese community in Frankfurt RheinMain

      • Japan

        Consulate General of Japan
        Friedrich-Ebert-Anlage 49 | 60327 Frankfurt am Main
        Postal address: Messeturm, 34. OG | 60308 Frankfurt am Main

        Phone: +49 69 238573-0 | 

      China

      12,000+ Chinese citizens
      work and live in Frankfurt RheinMain. 

      1,000+ Chinese companies and institutions
      Frankfurt RheinMain is home to one of the largest Chinese business communities in Europe. All of the top five Chinese commercial banks maintain their German headquarters in the Frankfurt financial district. The world’s leading internet exchange point – DE-CIX – and the resident Chinese or local ICT/cloud providers make Frankfurt a leading data capital. There is also a unique mix of service providers, investment banks, chambers of industry and commerce, and municipalities with Chinese expertise.  

      Chinese connections
      There are numerous Chinese networks and centers, and there are four schools offering Chinese-language instruction.

      Taiwan

      300+ Taiwanese citizens
      work and live in Frankfurt RheinMain.

      100+ Taiwanese companies
      Among them are companies from various sectors, such as the IT/telecommunications industry and the automotive industry. The Bank of Taiwan and companies like D-Link, Seyi Presses and MSI Technology have subsidiaries in the region.

      Central Taiwanese associations
      The Taipeh Trade Office Frankfurt (TTO) and numerous other associations are located in Frankfurt RheinMain.

      Turkiye

      250,000+ Turkish citizens
      work and live in Frankfurt RheinMain. 

      5,000+ Turkish companies
      with a wide range of industries have settled here.
      Well-known companies such as Turkish Airlines, Beko, Crytec and İȘ Bank are located in the region.

      Large Turkish business community 
      Frankfurt RheinMain offers a strong Turkish network with contact points such as the Turkish Consulate General, the Turkish Central Bank and numerous Turkish lawyers, business consultants and tax advisors.

      • Turkiye

        Türkisches Generalkonsulat 
        Kennedyallee 115-117
        60596 Frankfurt am Main

        Telefon: +49 69 7137-73
        konsulat.frankfurt@mfa.gov.tr

      Colleges & Universities

      You want to recruit staff from a first-class talent pool, offering the right team members for companies from all over the world? The many technical colleges, universities and acclaimed academies in the Frankfurt RheinMain region are today successfully training the specialists of tomorrow.

      You will likewise benefit from Germany’s renowned “dual training” approach. Students at vocational colleges also spend time in companies as interns, just as students from the various universities of applied sciences in the region undertake traineeships. Graduates are thus very well prepared for professional life and will hit the ground running.

      More information about colleges and universities 

      International Schools & Kindergartens

      Parents prioritize a safe, healthy and international environment for their children. You’ll be glad to learn that you can choose from countless international kindergartens in the region.

      Many of them are associated with 30 international schools in the Frankfurt RheinMain region. Many of these offer a course curriculum leading to the International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB), which is recognized globally as a university entrance qualification.

      Check International Schools (PDF)

      • To assist you with your expansion and location planning, our country experts will gladly answer any questions you may have about recruiting talent in Germany.

        Recruiting talent

      Frankfurt RheinMain in figures

      International, competitive, and well connected – the Frankfurt RheinMain metropolitan region has plenty to offer. About 10% of Germany’s GDP is generated in an area that makes up roughly 5% of the total size of the country. In no small part thanks to the large number of national and international businesses based in the region.

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