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Borgholzhausen is a dynamic city in the heart of the region between Bielefeld, Osnabrück and Münster, which has been convincing as an attractive residential and business location for decades. With around 9,400 inhabitants and an area of approximately 56 km², the city in the Teutoburg Forest offers optimal conditions for companies and employees: excellent transport connections to A33 and B476, a diverse industry mix and a strong infrastructure.[1][8][9]
The economy of Borgholzhausen is characterized by a balance of large corporations, medium-sized family businesses and crafts. The leading companies include:
These companies secure thousands of local jobs and contribute significantly to the trade tax revenues that strengthen the municipal financial power.[1][2] The offer is complemented by service providers such as Jochheim EDV and local craft businesses.[1]
The mission of the Stadt Borgholzhausen is: To maintain economic and financial strength, strengthen regional structures and promote quality of life. Core values are sustainability in development, transparency, dialogue with companies and citizens, and securing local jobs. The administration under Mayor Dirk Speckmann is implementing this as a "matter for the boss" - through expansion opportunities for local companies and targeted settlements.[1][5] Political processes emphasize partnerships and economic development as an engine for growth.[5][10]
Borgholzhausen pursues sustainable economic development through inter-municipal projects such as the commercial and industrial area (IBV) with Versmold. This 72.5 hectare area has been developed since 2000 to attract efficient companies - with a focus on infrastructure development, space-saving expansions and the preservation of jobs.[3][7] Goals include long-term site security (e.g. for Fechtel), avoidance of new developments and strengthening of the retail concept from 2012 for local supply.[1][7] The city prioritizes needs-based further development in order to secure economic performance without overstraining resources - a model for regional cooperation.[3]
Borgholzhausen combines tradition with innovation: Historical sights complement modern economic areas that enable growth for companies such as Rolko or Westfalia. The city remains economically vital and future-oriented.[8][9]
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