The trend is unbroken: more and more international companies are choosing North Rhine-Westphalia. “Hard” location factors – such as the state’s excellent selling opportunities, first-class infrastructure, and potential for recruiting qualified specialists – are playing an important part in this trend. Other crucial factors are its cultural diversity, international schools and family-friendly environment, to name but three. And – last but not least – there’s the open-mindedness and innovative spirit of North Rhine-Westphalia’s people. Read the success stories of international companies based in North Rhine-Westphalia here.