Greatest opportunities in South Germany

The significant (global) trend of strong regions growing faster than neighbouring regions
also applies in Germany. In Germany, the future prospects are brightest for South Germany,
but also for specific regions in Hessen, North Rhine-Westphalia and Lower Saxony. Focus
sectors for future growth are in South Germany (control systems engineering, car making,
mechanical engineering, biotech, ICT). From a high-tech perspective, and taking the factor
of distance into account, particularly in northern Baden-Württemberg there is potential for
growth for the Netherlands. Based on the relationship between Dutch exports and economic
size, the region with the greatest potential is Bavaria. North Rhine-Westphalia will continue to
be worthwhile, particularly for small Dutch companies seeking to expand in Germany.

Another important factor in relation to South Germany is that the head offices of many
German OEMs are located in the region, so decisions on purchasing by business units in
other parts of Germany are often made there