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The Märkischer Kreis is an economically strong region in South Westphalia, characterized above all by its high density of owner-managed medium-sized companies and a stable commitment to the location. With over 150,000 employees subject to social insurance contributions, almost half of whom work in the manufacturing sector, the district is one of the leading industrial locations in Germany[1][2]. The region is particularly characterized by metal processing, mechanical engineering and electrical engineering. In addition, there are specialized industries such as plastics processing and sanitary and safety technology, which together form a diverse and innovative field of competence in the area of intelligent building technology[1][2].
The companies of the Märkischer Kreis are not only successful nationally, but also internationally, including globally operating world market leaders such as Otto Fuchs KG (metal processing), Grohe (faucets), Keuco and Dornbracht (sanitary technology) and Vossloh (railway technology)[2]. In addition to traditional industry, the focus is strongly on supplying the automotive industry, supported by specialized suppliers such as the Kirchhoff Gruppe and the Kostal Gruppe[1][2].
The main mission of the Märkischer Kreis is to strengthen the regional economic power, promote innovation and ensure the sustainable development of the industrial and technology sectors. Values such as reliability, enthusiasm for innovation and sustainability form the basis of this entrepreneurial commitment.
Sustainability is an integral part of economic activity in the Märkischer Kreis. In addition to the responsible use of resources, the focus is on promoting environmental awareness and long-term competitiveness. The region is committed to environmentally friendly production, optimizing energy efficiency and supporting sustainable technologies in the core sectors of metal, mechanical engineering and building technology. This not only promotes ecological compatibility, but also social and economic stability locally.
The Märkischer Kreis also benefits from close cooperation between business and organizations such as the Bundesverband mittelständische Wirtschaft (BVMW), which acts as a mouthpiece for companies and promotes networks and cooperation in order to further strengthen the competitiveness and innovative strength of regional companies[3].
Overall, the Märkischer Kreis presents itself as an exemplary industrial location with a broad range of medium-sized companies that impresses with its innovative strength, international orientation and sustainable management. The combination of tradition, modernity and a clear commitment to sustainable development makes the region an attractive and sustainable economic area in Germany.
