Combined economic power
53 cities and towns belong to the Ruhr - we represent their economic interests and ensure nationwide and international visibility of their diverse innovative economic activities. In addition, we coordinate a close exchange between all relevant players and partners - municipalities, the state, and business. In this way, we create a powerful network that successfully leads the region into the future and secures its competitiveness.
100 % the Ruhr
Business Metropole Ruhr is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Regionalverband Ruhr (RVR). The RVR is responsible for regional planning and development in the Ruhr area, the management of infrastructure projects such as the Route Industriekultur and the Emscher Landscape Park, the planning and expansion of the regional cycle path network, and the maintenance and development of woodland and green spaces.
Providing momentum in the transformation process
As a region undergoing structural change, the Ruhr has years of transformation experience. We use the know-how we have acquired as a result to make the Ruhr one of the most livable economic regions in Europe. Through groundbreaking projects, we are providing stimuli for approaches to new economic activity that will continue to drive the region's steady transformation.
53 cities - one point of contact
The high industrial density and diverse university landscape of the Ruhr Metropolis make the business location particularly attractive for investors and those looking to relocate. Therefore, the Business Metropole Ruhr is the contact for business topics beyond the borders of the region. Whether a matter of contacts to companies and municipalities or knowledge about areas and networks, our team of experts is happy to mediate.
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