Eisenach's business development: new impulses under Mayor Ihling

Eisenach's business development: new impulses under Mayor Ihling

On Thursday, July 25, 2024, there was a significant press conference in Eisenach, in which Mayor Christoph Ihling presented his vision for the city's future economic development. The reorganization of business development is seen as part of a more comprehensive strategy in order to continue to establish the city as an attractive location for companies and young people.

a new approach for business development

In a step towards strengthening business development, this will be assumed directly to the mayor's office. "It is important to me to map the business development agency as a central point of contact within the administration," said Ihling, confirming the need to shorten the administrative ways so that concerns around the economy can be processed more efficiently.

training and specialists for the region

A central component of the plan is to create excellent training opportunities for young people in the region. The mayor emphasizes that the location and the associated further training opportunities are decisive in order to counteract the shortage of skilled workers that concerns many companies. The proposed measures include modern educational offers and the construction of a new vocational school center to offer young people a perspective in their homeland.

focus on sustainable development

Another essential element of the new strategy is the initiation of projects for the energy transition. The city is currently examining several inquiries about open space systems for photovoltaics and strives to use the energy obtained locally. Christoph Ihling sees considerable potential for the region in this area, especially in the context of agricultural areas and their preservation in accordance with the needs of the UNESCO World Heritage region.

reinforcement of the location marketing activities

A proactive address of companies is also the focus. The city not only wants to attract tourists, but also win investors. The economic advisory board, as well as existing networks such as the automotive network in Thuringia, should continue to be used actively to position the city as a dynamic business location.

look back and outlook

As part of the press conference, the mayor said goodbye to long -time business promoter Jens Hartlep, who has not been in office since spring. Hartlep has made a significant contribution to establishing Eisenach as an attractive location. His advisory role for the city remains, which means that his experience will continue to be worth in the new structure.

Source: City Administration Eisenach

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