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Jena office market report 2025

download The office market at a glance Despite the tense economic environment, Jena continues to position itself as a dynamic C-location with a stable, technology-orientated economic structure. Start-ups, research institutions and internationally active companies continue to demand office space and are keeping the office property market stable. However, there is a lack of construction projects […]

i-work 2024 – Review

Applicants 2024 Winners of the i-work 2024 Impressions of the 2024 award ceremony Photos: JenaWirtschaft/ André Helbig Get to know the i-work jury 2024 Dr Eike Dazert – Managing Director medways e.V. “I am delighted to be part of the jury for the 5th time now and therefore also part of the selection process. In […]

Newsletter

Up-to-date information every month The JenaWirtschaft newsletter informs you once a month about current developments in Jena as a centre of business and science. Whether you are interested in company relocations, developments in Jena’s business parks, company anniversaries, information on events and calls for funding and competitions – the newsletter keeps you up to date.As […]

Accessibility

Legal basis As the website operator, we would like to design the Jena Business Developments website in accordance with the relevant accessibility regulations. The following legal provisions apply to us: Thuringian law on barrier-free access to the websites and mobile applications of public bodies (ThürBarrWebG). The accessibility statement applies to the website https://www.jenawirtschaft.de/. Status of […]

Skilled labour study Jena 2030

Strategies for sustainably securing skilled labour in a growing scientific and economic region How can a dynamically growing city like Jena continue to attract and retain sufficiently qualified skilled labour in the future? This is the central question addressed by the Jena 2030 Skilled Labour Study, which was commissioned by JenaWirtschaft and conducted by the […]

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Who we are

Who we are & what we do JenaWirtschaft is the central contact point for companies, start-ups and investors in Jena. We create optimal framework conditions for economic success through individual advice, strategic networking and solution-orientated approaches. Our fields of action range from business services and location communication to securing skilled labour. Together with municipal and […]

Initiatives and projects overview

Partner for Jena and the region We have strategically developed and successfully implemented numerous projects and initiatives for companies, investors and skilled workers. Whether it’s recruiting skilled workers, internationalisation at the location or the future of the city centre: we follow current trends and develop concepts and measures together with partners in order to position […]

All services

We are here for you! As a full-service agency, we advise and support you in all matters relating to your company. The Jena Economic Development Agency is available to both large corporations and newly established small and medium-sized enterprises with a wealth of free services tailored to your needs.

Location profile Jena

Jena as a business location at a glance Global leader in optics & photonics, healthcare technology and digitalisation Jena calls itself the “City of Light” – and impresses with far more than just optical expertise. Science, technology and entrepreneurial spirit have characterised economic development for over 150 years. Today, Jena is one of the leading […]

Location: analysis & development

Well-founded decisions for sustainable growth in Jena The Jena Economic Development Agency supports companies, investors, project developers and institutions with precise analyses and strategic advice on all aspects of Jena as a business location. Our aim is to optimise the framework conditions for your business decisions and the sustainable development of our city. Our services […]

Energy & sustainability

Sustainable energy solutions for companies As the economic development agency of the city of Jena, JenaWirtschaft supports companies on their path to sustainable business and helps them transform into climate-friendly business models. Our consulting services for companies Subsidies JenaWirtschaft offers referral advice on suitable funding programmes in the areas of energy efficiency, renewable energies and […]

Welcome Center Jena

Central contact point for skilled workers and companies The Welcome Centre Jena acts as a central point of contact for international skilled workers and employees as well as for companies. It offers information on career planning, support with the recognition of foreign qualifications and advises companies on entry and residence regulations as well as the […]

Company visits

JenaWirtschaft as a guest at your company JenaWirtschaft regularly visits companies in Jena and the region. The aim is to engage in direct dialogue in order to learn about successes and challenges and incorporate these into our work. We speak to a wide variety of companies – from skilled trades to high-tech, from start-ups to […]

Real estate fairs

Attractive location and transparent market Jena is an attractive growth location for regional, national and international investors. Whether municipal, private or investments by the Free State – numerous major projects are currently being prepared, planned and realised. The location offers optimal future opportunities for companies and skilled labour. Together with our municipal partners, the Department […]

Research & Science

Centre of excellence for research, innovation and future technologies Jena is one of the leading centres of science in Germany. The city offers excellent conditions for research, development and innovation. More than 4,500 scientists work here on solutions for key societal challenges – particularly in the fields of optics and photonics, health sciences, life sciences, […]

City centre & retail

Urban life, science and business in the heart of the city Jena’s city centre is a multifaceted place where science, business and urban life are concentrated in a small space. More than 50,000 m² of retail space in Jena city centre offers a broad mix of retail, gastronomy and services – an attractive mix that […]

Networks & Partners

Network & partner for Jena and the region JenaWirtschaft represents the interests of Jena’s business and science community. We work primarily with the Jena administration and its business-related committees, but also with state and federal authorities as well as politicians and the public. As a partner for Jena and the region, we are represented in […]

Environmental technology

Pioneering work for a sustainable future Jena is one of the leading environmental technology centres in Germany. Business, science and the city work hand in hand here on innovative solutions for climate protection, energy transition and resource efficiency. Companies and research institutions are working together to develop technologies that are in demand worldwide – from […]

Craft

Regional economic power from master craftsmen In addition to the high-tech industries, the trade is a mainstay of Jena’s economy. Whether construction, electrical engineering, metalworking or innovative services – Jena offers a diverse economic structure that supplies companies and citizens alike. Strong craftsmanship with innovative power Jena is a modern location for high-quality, technologically advanced […]

Companies

Jena’s corporate landscape at a glance Jena is home to a wide range of high-performance, innovative companies paired with high-calibre research institutions and two universities. International corporations are just as much at home here as forward-looking small and medium-sized enterprises, creative craft and service companies, competent social and healthcare organisations, top-class educational institutions and a […]

Start-up

Welcome to the start-up centre for high-tech start-ups! Jena is not only a traditional technology centre, but also a hotspot for innovative start-ups. Excellent research, an active start-up culture and a strong network come together here. Our services for Jena founders First point of contact for founders in Thuringia: ThEx As a central platform for […]

Funding guide

Navigating the funding landscape We see funding as an important component in the realisation of companies’ investment and innovation projects. Depending on your individual needs, we will refer you to suitable partners who will support you with their expertise and resources in order to successfully implement your projects. Our services for Jena companies Contact for […]

Guide to navigating city administration

Guide through the administration As a company or founder in Jena, are you facing a variety of challenges in dealing with authorisation procedures, planning law issues and other official contexts? We understand the complexity of these processes and offer you comprehensive support to make your entry into all matters relating to co-operation with the city […]

Digital economy

Welcome to the digital hotspot Jena Jena stands for digital excellence: as one of the leading IT locations in Germany, the city offers ideal conditions for start-ups, tech companies and IT specialists. The digital economy is one of the most dynamic sectors in Jena: around 140 companies with more than 3,500 experts are based here […]

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Industrial areas & building plots

Diverse spaces and a transparent market We support investors, local companies and start-ups in finding suitable sites for expansion or new business locations. On this page you will find the most important data, facts and plans of the industrial estates, construction sites and future development projects of the city of Jena or private providers. Commercial […]

Office & property market

Dynamic development in the Jena office market Jena will remain a stable office location in 2024 despite the general economic challenges. Despite declining take-up and restrained construction activity, demand from technology-oriented users and large-scale research-related projects is supporting the market. In a nationwide comparison, the city is more resistant to vacancies and cancellations. Modern, sustainable […]

StadtLab Jena

Experimental space for the city centre of tomorrow What is StadtLab Jena? StadtLab Jena is an open experimental space in the heart of Jena’s city centre. This space enables people interested in founding a business, companies, citizens, associations and creatives to try out new business ideas, concepts and uses on a temporary basis. StadtLab Jena […]

Jena Alliance for Skilled Workers

Network expertise for your skilled workers recruitment In the Jena Alliance for Skilled Workers, stakeholders from business, science, local authorities and education network on the topic of skilled labour. The aim is to jointly master the challenges of recruiting and securing skilled labour. The alliance aims to further develop and expand the existing potential of […]

Jena Digital

Digital solutions for business and society Jena Digital e.V. is the innovation network for digital business & science in Jena. As a platform for knowledge transfer, location development and networking, the association has been actively shaping the digital transformation in the city and region since 2021. Members from business, science, administration and civil society work […]

Work in Jena

Working and living in the city of light The work-in-jena.de website is the central platform for anyone looking for career prospects in Jena or for companies wishing to recruit skilled workers. It bundles information on jobs, training and further education, gives an insight into the quality of life in Jena and, with the Welcome Center […]

Career

Join the JenaWirtschaft team! At the interfaces between business, science, politics and administration, we as a team bring comprehensive specialist expertise to our customer-oriented day-to-day work. We offer new team members Current vacancies at JenaWirtschaft We currently have no vacancies. You can always find exciting jobs in our city of light on the Jena job […]

Fairs

On tour for Jena JenaWirtschaft presents Jena as an attractive place to work and live at careers fairs in Jena and Central Germany. We showcase the economic strength and future viability of the City of Light at trade and property fairs. We also support Jena companies with information material, marketing packages and personalised advice.

Communication & location marketing

We communicate for the Jena location Jena is a business location with charisma – and we ensure that it is visible beyond the region. JenaWirtschaft supports companies, investors and skilled workers in Jena with targeted location marketing. From press relations and digital marketing measures to high-quality location materials – we offer you comprehensive services to […]

i-work: Intercultural Business Award

Join us in taking the concept of the i-work company award a step further! Since 2017, i-work has honoured companies that are committed to cosmopolitanism in the Jena region and integrate their international employees into the team in an exemplary manner. In 2025, we took a creative break to further develop the concept of the […]

Events

International skilled workers

Integrating and retaining skilled workers – nationally and internationally JenaWirtschaft supports Jena companies with customised consulting and support services, we strengthen your network and provide impetus for a future-proof skilled labour policy in Jena. A particular focus is on the integration of international skilled workers. This target group is of great importance for Jena as […]

Vocational training & career guidance

Working together to attract young talent to Jena With our many years of experience, we support companies in Jena in securing the skilled workers of tomorrow. Our goal: to make training fit for the future, strengthen trainers, promote career guidance and expand cooperation – for a strong economy in Jena. Our consulting services for Jena […]

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Medical technology & health technology

Cutting-edge technology made in Jena Jena is a leading international centre for medical technology, biotechnology and healthcare technologies. Companies such as Carl Zeiss Meditec, Analytik Jena, Abbott, Asclepion Laser Technologies and eZono develop solutions for modern diagnostics, imaging procedures, laser therapy and pharmaceutical production here. The brand “Medical Technology Made in Jena” stands for quality […]

Optics & photonics

Pioneering spirit meets innovation Welcome to the heart of the optics and photonics industry – welcome to Jena, the city of light! Over 150 years ago, Carl Zeiß, Ernst Abbe and Otto Schott laid the foundations for the international centre of photonics technologies by building microscopes here. Their vision of closely linking research and industry […]

5 reasons to choose Jena

Why Jena? This is what characterises our city of light:

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Industrial parks

Diverse spaces and a transparent market We support investors, resident companies and start-ups in finding suitable areas for expansion or new business locations. On this page you will find the most important data, facts and plans on commercial sites, building plots, the Jena office market and future development projects of the City of Jena or […]

Property & real estate services

Support with location search and property issues Jena Economic Development supports companies, investors, founders and owners in finding the right spaces and locations in Jena and successfully marketing properties. Our services for Jena companies

Precision engineering

High-tech with maximum precision Jena is one of the leading locations for precision technology in Germany. Companies from the fields of precision mechanics, precision machining, electronics, prototype construction and plastics technology supply excellent components and systems for sophisticated applications – especially for medical technology, optics and microsystems technology. Key partner for high-tech industries Whether micromechanics, […]

Industries

Global leader in optics & photonics, healthcare technology and digitalisation Jena is a high-tech location and internationally renowned for its expertise in the optics and photonics sectors as well as in healthcare technology and medical technology. Not only is first-class research and development carried out here, but also production for global markets. The numerous precision […]

Data protection

1. introduction We are very delighted that you have shown interest in our enterprise. Data protection is of a particularly high priority for the management of the Wirtschaftsförderungsgesellschaft Jena mbH. If you contact us electronically, by telephone or in person or wish to use our website, it may be necessary to process personal data. If […]

Imprint

Business Development Corporation Jena mbH Address:Steinweg 10, 07743 JenaGermany Phone: +49 (3641) 8730030Fax: +49 (3641) 8730059E-mail: jenawirtschaft(at)jena.de Managing director and responsible for the content:Wilfried Röpke The shareholders are the City of Jena and Sparkasse Jena-Saale-Holzland. The majority shareholder is the City of Jena. Supervisory Board: Register court: Jena Local CourtRegister number: HRB 502759 Sales tax […]