Ansiedlung und Expansion in der Region Berlin-Brandenburg

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Berlin-Brandenburg has been the location for healthcare companies in Germany for years. We at Berlin Partner for Business and Technology support companies that are interested in locating in Berlin with numerous . Berlin offers a diverse and strong local ecosystem. You can find more about this in our Life Science Report. In the Directory and in the Business atlas you can quickly find the important players, such as companies, universities or institutes.

My special tip applies to the topic “Computational Biology”. This topic is becoming increasingly important for the healthcare industry. The spectrum of applications ranges from automated image evaluation to the identification of target molecules in drug research. You will not only find competent cooperation partners in this field in the capital region, but also well-trained graduates and experienced workers. A brief description as well as an overview of the relevant players in this field can be found here. Are you considering coming to Berlin and need support with relocating and setting up a business? – Talk to me! I look forward to receiving your message.

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Are you looking for qualified professionals in Berlin?

You can publish your job offers on our website. Right after registering you as an employer on our Berlin focused job platform you can start. Let us know once you have published a job add there – we then can promote your jobs on our social media channels on Facebook , LinkedIn and Instagram. Our job portal informs about any Berlin-based job and we promote this platform on national or international job fairs to any Berlin-interested professionals and talents.

Furthermore with the Business Immigration Service, we provide support in the application process for work and residence permits for foreign specialists, which you can adjust for your own needs. Talk to us as early in the process as possible, so that we can help organize the best possible support for the institutions involved.
If you need more suppport with any aspects of talents and recruitment - talk to us! We look forward to receiving your message.

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Relocating to a new city can be tricky, both from a business as from a private perspective.

Our Talent Services team has put together a great landing page with an overview on the main aspects to consider when arriving and living in Berlin, such as visa, health insurance, learning German, housing, international day cares/ schools, etc.
And also from a business perspective we have you covered: Our business location center offers a series of HOW TO Session videos on topics such as setting up a business in Berlin, Berlin public funding overview, etc.
And then you can always contact us relocation managers for more details and further questions.
Looking forward to getting in touch and assisting you in setting up your business in Berlin.

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The decision to relocate to a new city which provides the suitable environment to grow a business is not easy. To make the decision easier for you, we’ve gathered the key facts that you need to decide for Berlin:
Lots of startups in one place are an indicator for a suitable breeding ground. In Berlin every year, more than 500 startups are founded. Read here about starting up in Berlin.
It is easy to get financing in Berlin because much money is flowing into startups. For example, the range of programs offered by Investitionsbank Berlin covers the founding and growth phases of startups with grants, loans and equity investments. You will find a comprehensive overview of funding possibilities here: Backing in Berlin.
Berlin offers a very good startup infrastructure: The Startup Heatmap Europe 2022 puts Berlin in first place, ahead of London and Barcelona.
Berlin is aninternational talent pool and one of the most attractive cities for young professionals.
You can always contact our relocation managers for more details and further questions.
So, what are you waiting for? We are looking forward to getting in touch and assisting you in setting up your business in Berlin.

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Are you looking for funding opportunities in Berlin?

Berlin offers attractive funding opportunities for all phases of business development — from start-up to growth financing. Financial incentives range from public loans, guarantees, and equity capital, to direct grants for investment and innovation projects. 

Our experts will find the right financing solution and provide you with valuable information on how to apply for funding. We work closely with project sponsors, development banks, and potential financing partners at the state, federal, and EU levels.

Together, we discuss the plans for your project, which should ideally already be available in the form of a project description or a business plan. We will check with you which funding and financing instruments come into consideration, establish contacts with relevant players, and provide you with important information for your application.

If you need more support with any aspects of funding – talk to us! We look forward to receiving your message.

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One of the many advantages of Berlin as a business location is its high density of high-calibre research institutions which are ideal partners for many product development projects from the industry. Check out our Brain City Berlin website for an overview on Berlin’s diverse scientific landscape, researcher profiles, transfer stories and much more. 
Let us know, if you are considering setting up your business in Berlin. We are happy to help.

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Berlin Partner’s Economy Overview Map – a helpful tool when deciding on the perfect location

In order to decide which address and area of the city to choose when relocating to Berlin, the Economy Overview Map is a very useful resource. With this tool you can discover Berlin in 3D (including major ongoing building projects), get an overview of companies/academia from a specific industry, find co-working spaces and determine the distance from your home to your workplace by car and public transport options. 

Our location team and I are happy to answer any questions you might have in this regard. 

 

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Mass spectrometry is becoming essential in healthcare and Berlin offers an ideal setting for its development. The city hosts numerous research institutes and core facilities dedicated to mass spectrometry and related analytical technologies, fostering strong collaboration between academia and industry.

Thanks to close proximity to major hospitals, Berlin’s mass spectrometry research is quickly moving into clinical applications. High-throughput analytics, such as liquid biopsies for cancer screening, spatial proteomics or single-cell proteomics analysis, are enhancing diagnostics and accelerating therapeutic developments. This close integration with healthcare providers positions Berlin as a leader in translating scientific breakthroughs into healthcare solutions.

Supporting this landscape, Berlin’s hubs—especially Berlin-Buch and Adlershof—feature a concentration of analytical service providers focused on biopharmaceutical applications, making it an ideal ecosystem for startups in advanced diagnostics.

For a closer look, our Life Science Report highlights Berlin’s mass spectrometry strengths, and our Life Science Directory provides a comprehensive view of key players in the region. Interested in establishing your mass spectrometry venture here? Connect with us to discover how Berlin Partner can support your growth!

Auch in Zeiten von Home-Office ist der Flächenbedarf von Life Science Unternehmen spürbar groß.

An den Standorten berlinbiotechpark Charlottenburg, Potsdam Science Park und TZ Hennigsdorf existieren bereits konkrete Expansionspläne für die nächsten Jahre. So wird sich das Flächenangebot nahezu verdoppeln. Damit sind beste Voraussetzungen für weiteres Wachstum der ansässigen als auch für neue Unternehmen geschaffen.  

Das Bayer Co.Lab geht im November 2024 als Biotech-Inkubator in Berlin an den Start und wird sich auf Gen- und Zelltherapien sowie auf bahnbrechende Entwicklungen in der Onkologie konzentrieren. Das Angebot für Unternehmen in der Frühphase reicht von ausgestatteten Labor- und Büroräumen, Zugang zu Bayer-Expertise bis hin zur Vernetzung mit dem Ökosystem.