Leading position secured in forecast rankings by Ingolstadt
Ingolstadt Maintains Top Position in German City Rankings
Ingolstadt, a city in Bavaria, has once again proven its mettle in the latest Prognos City Ranking 2025. The city has secured the fourth position nationwide and is the leading metropolitan area in Bavaria in the area of "Competition & Innovation".
The Prognos Future Atlas, an economic research institute that examines the economic future prospects of 400 German districts and independent cities every three years, is the basis for this ranking. The evaluation includes an assessment of cities in various sub-areas, including "Competition & Innovation".
Ingolstadt's continuous commitment to innovation and sustainable development is paying off. The city's strong automotive industry presence, with Audi's headquarters and production facilities, makes it a major hub of the German automotive industry. This, in turn, fosters a highly innovative environment and competitive economic landscape.
The city benefits from a cluster effect, with numerous automotive suppliers and tech companies engaged in developing cutting-edge automotive technologies such as e-mobility, autonomous driving, and smart manufacturing. This ecosystem drives innovation and competitiveness in the region.
In the indicator "Strength", Ingolstadt ranks second, making it the strongest metropolitan area in Germany. This strong performance is primarily due to Ingolstadt's ability to improve its result in all sub-areas of the study, which determines the overall result.
The very good performance in the Prognos City Ranking 2025 shows that Ingolstadt is on track to remain a livable and secure city for the future. The city intends to continue strengthening itself as an attractive location, even under current challenges.
The transformation of the automotive industry remains a major challenge for Ingolstadt. However, the city's leadership in "Competition & Innovation" suggests that it is well-equipped to navigate these changes and continue its upward trend in the Prognos Future Atlas City Ranking.
The repeated very good placement of Ingolstadt in the Future Atlas is encouraging, even in an economically challenging environment. The city has maintained its position as a strong contender in the economic future prospects of German cities for the past 20 years. The continuous improvement in all sub-areas of the study indicates a promising future for Ingolstadt.
Mayor Dr. Michael Kern positively evaluates the prospects of Ingolstadt based on various indicators, stating that the city's continued upward trend in the Prognos City Ranking is a testament to its resilience and adaptability. Economic Referent Georg Rosenfeld echoes this sentiment, stating that Ingolstadt will continue to strive to improve the framework conditions for the economy, science, and citizens, even under current challenges.
In conclusion, Ingolstadt's top position in the Prognos City Ranking 2025 is a reflection of its strong automotive industry, innovative ecosystem, and commitment to sustainable development. The city's continuous improvement in all sub-areas of the study suggests that it is well-positioned to maintain its status as a leading metropolitan area in Germany.
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