Production and knowledge
We are in the midst of the fourth industrial revolution. In Business Region Aarhus, new production technology, sophisticated materials, automation, and digitisation have opened up new opportunities for the manufacturing sector. The industrial businesses in East Jutland have successfully exploited these new opportunities, transforming Business Region Aarhus into a strong cluster within the areas of production and knowledge, where a highly qualified labour force is a prerequisite for continued growth and futu
An East Jutland export adventure
The industrial sector in Business Region Aarhus is without doubt one of Denmark’s key export sectors. While industrial businesses account for approximately one fifth of export businesses in East Jutland, they account for a massive 64% of the region’s total export revenue. This is a far higher percentage than the other Danish growth regions, and indeed industrial enterprises in Business Region Aarhus export for DKK 85 billion a year.
Close collaboration with partners
The manufacturing industry occupies a central position in Danish history and the country’s national identity, continuing to provide employment to thousands of workers in East Jutland.
However, continued development in this sector is dependent on even closer cooperation between manufacturing companies and knowledge and research institutions in order to attract and retain qualified labour.
Business Region Aarhus is focusing on competencies, investments, and lower production costs to ensure that ‘Production and Knowledge’ continues to be one of our core strengths.