Why is Austria the ideal location for innovative companies?
Perfect location & global networking: Austria is centrally located in Europe and is the hub between East and West – ideal for international expansion and business contacts.
Top professionals & innovative strength: Benefit from highly qualified employees, excellent research and a strong innovation landscape for future-oriented projects.
Attractive subsidies & stable framework conditions: From support programmes for research, development and growth to reliable legal and economic stability, Austria offers ideal conditions for long-term investment.
What does Austria have to offer?
Austria offers a financially strong market with excellent infrastructure and highly qualified specialists – right in the heart of Europe.
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Business in Austria: Why it is worthwhile for your company
>750 million potential customers
As an innovative industrial nation, Austria is the gateway to a market with around 750 million consumers in the heart of Europe. As one of the wealthiest EU countries with high purchasing power, it is one of the most stable economic locations in Europe.
>400,000 international students
Austria is a country of education with around 400,000 students from all over the world. Around one third of these complete a STEM degree, putting Austria in second place across the EU.
>€1,400,000 research premium (2024)
With a R&D ratio of 3.35%, Austria ranks third in the EU. A key investment incentive is the 14% tax research premium – uncapped and directly available for R&D expenditure.
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Mr Taranzano, what led to the decision to choose Austria as the industrial location?
Our location benefits from the high level of qualification of our employees, Austria’s strategic position and our focus on innovation and sustainability.
