Bremen and Bremerhaven – Home of Innovation.

In aerospace, wind industry, or maritime economy and logistics, the state of Bremen is a leading force and stands for innovative solutions. In the automotive and lightweight construction sectors, business and research are facing fundamental changes in production, for which start-ups contribute their know-how. Digitization is reforming the world of work as well as private life with new technologies and usage scenarios. The Senator for Economic Affairs, Ports and Transformation in Bremen supports these industries in close cooperation with Bremen's business and science sectors. An excellent basis with space for development, which makes it the Senator's primary goal to expand and further strengthen the location's skills and opportunities.

On this portal, you will find information and current success stories of the key industries, key technologies, and further innovation potential in the state of Bremen.

Key Industries

The following key industries in the state of Bremen strengthen the region's innovation and competitiveness in a special way: automotive and aerospace industry; maritime economy, ports & logistics; food and beverage industry; and renewable energy industry.

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Key Technologies

Innovative impulses are being set across sectors in the following key technologies: additive manufacturing & lightweight construction; digitization; artificial intelligence; and hydrogen technologies.

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Innovation Potentials

Further innovation potential in Bremen is offered by the promotion of start-ups, social entrepreneurship, skilled labor potential & diversity in companies, as well as the cultural and creative industries. Many potentials are bundled in special future locations in the state of Bremen.

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Strategies

Here you will find important strategies: the Innovation Strategy of the State of Bremen 2030, the Bremen Strategy for Artificial Intelligence, the Hydrogen Strategy of the State of Bremen, and the Business Development Program for the City of Bremen (GEP2030).

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Two economic development corporations in the state of Bremen support companies in Bremen and Bremerhaven and create optimal conditions for the location. Further information for Bremen and Bremerhaven can be found under these links:

Wirtschaftsförderung Bremen GmbH (WFB)

WFB Wirtschaftsförderung Bremen GmbH supports companies and investors with comprehensive services relating to location development, innovation and marketing in Bremen.

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Bremerhavener Gesellschaft für Investitionsförderung und Stadtentwicklung mbH (bis)

BIS supports companies in Bremerhaven with funding programmes for start-ups, digitalization, innovation and investments. The aim is to strengthen the business location through financial assistance and advice.

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Articles from all topic areas

22. April 2025

Profile of Bremen’s eight ports

(Image: © BLG) Industry, jobs and shipping in the Hanseatic city’s ports 2025 – The ports in Bremen are the region’s engine for trade and industry, […]
7. April 2025

Visions for the future of aerospace

(Image: © WFB/Hake) University institute develops sustainable technology for satellites and rockets – From navigation systems in cars to weather forecasting, we rely heavily on satellites […]
23. March 2025

Take-off for Bremen: what makes the city a hub for aerospace expertise

(Image: © Airbus Safran Launchers Holding) The top six factors behind Bremen’s success as an aerospace hub – At home in the skies: flight history in […]
24. October 2024

“After all, we’re here because someone else made room for us, and it’s our duty to do the same for others”

(Image: © WFB/Raveling) Dr. Shruti Patel is team leader at TOPAS Industriemathematik Innovation gGmbH – Theoretical physicist, industrial mathematician, manager – as a member of the […]
5. September 2024

12 Examples of AI in Medicine and the Health Sector

(Image: © WFB/Ginter) Artificial Intelligence will bring massive changes to medicine and the healthcare sector. These changes will be seen in diagnostic practices, in the search […]