More than 100 million euros in coronavirus emergency aid repaid
During the coronavirus pandemic, many companies received financial aid from the state. Years later, they are receiving repayment notices.
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Panter: India agreement opens up opportunities for Saxony
Indian interest in Saxon technology is great, says the Minister of Economic Affairs. What new opportunities the EU agreement could bring for investment, jobs and international skilled workers.
EU funding drives thousands of projects in Saxony
3.2 billion euros from EU structural funds are available for projects in Saxony from 2021 to 2027. Which projects have benefited so far and what will change in 2026.
Municipalities and business call for reforms
Alliances are forged in times of need. In Saxony, local authorities and businesses are pushing for binding measures to end the standstill.
Farmers call for improvements to Mercosur agreement
Farmers are drawing attention to their concerns with a protest at Dresden's Frauenkirche church. They are calling for renegotiations on the Mercosur agreement - and more protection for regional products.
Solar Valley: The next sunset
Solar expansion is booming, domestic production is dying: Following the closure of the last major solar producer, Germany is faced with the question of where the German solar industry is heading.
IHK draws a sobering balance and is disappointed with the federal government
"A nice Christmas story sounds different," says Dresden Chamber of Industry and Commerce President Andreas Sperl. We are in a permanent slump. Entrepreneurs are particularly disappointed with the federal government.
Saxon cabinet approves Lusatia project
Lusatia is to become a European role model for green industry. The Saxon Minister of Economic Affairs speaks of a "historic opportunity".
Lusatia wants to be a pioneer as a climate-friendly model region
Fast approvals and a pioneering spirit: Lusatia wants to become a role model for green industry in Europe. Alongside a spirit of optimism, there are also critical voices.
EU approves funding for chip factories in Erfurt and Dresden
Germany may support the construction of two chip factories with state aid amounting to 623 million euros. The EU Commission approved the plan for the projects in Dresden and Erfurt, as announced by the Brussels authority.Copyright 2025, dpa (www.dpa.de). All rights reserved
Reiche calls for more "risk appetite" and less bureaucracy
Less bureaucracy, more courage to take risks: Federal Economics Minister Reiche sees this as the key to new investments and growth in Germany.
Leag builds huge battery storage facility at Boxberg site
Leag is building a huge electricity storage facility in Boxberg, Saxony, together with a Chinese energy storage provider and Siemens Energy. The facility is intended to compensate for fluctuations in renewable energies.
EU Commission allows billions for Leag coal phase-out
The German government may compensate the energy company Leag for its coal phase-out with a billion-euro sum. The EU Commission does not consider the funding of up to 1.75 billion euros to be a breach of EU state aid rules, as the authority announced in Brussels.Copyright 2025, dpa (www.dpa.de). All ..
Government wants to exert more influence on commercial areas
There are currently just under 250 sites available for the establishment of industry and companies in the state. Is that enough?
Panter for open debate on the arms industry
Saxony's Minister of Economic Affairs is promoting a differentiated discussion about the establishment of armaments companies in the state. He also has the special assets of the federal government in mind.
Kretschmer draws positive conclusions after Asia trip
Minister President Kretschmer sees the trip to Asia as a success for Saxony's economy and science. The focus was particularly on microelectronics.
Investor talks: Economics Minister travels to Taiwan
Saxony's Minister of Economic Affairs meets representatives of the semiconductor industry in Taipei. What opportunities he hopes to gain from the talks with Foxconn and other companies.
Demand for e-cars in Saxony increases significantly again
After a decline in the previous year, the number of new e-cars in Saxony is rising again significantly. What manufacturers and experts have to say about the change.
Special economic zone demanded for south-west Saxony
Southwest Saxony is economically dependent on the automotive industry. But this is weakening and unemployment is rising. Economic and political players see the region at a turning point.
Giffey: Structural development is a task for Germany as a whole
There are still structural disadvantages in some regions of eastern Germany. Berlin's Senator for Economic Affairs would rather focus on successes.
SSG: Tax equalization must reach local authorities in full
A legislative package is intended to relieve companies with tax relief worth billions. Local authorities will be compensated for the associated tax losses.
Start-ups in Saxony and Thuringia set to double
Saxony and Thuringia want to double the number of high-tech start-ups with a new initiative. From October, several million euros will flow into a network designed to position the East internationally.
Investment package: Countries united ahead of meeting with Merz
Time is of the essence: On July 11, the "investment booster" for the economy is to be passed by the Bundesrat. However, the federal states are still expecting commitments from the federal government before then.
Applications for the Female Founder Award until the end of June
Creative and courageous female entrepreneurs wanted: Applications for Saxony's Female Founder Award can still be submitted until the end of the month.
Kretschmer: Want "investment booster" with compensation
A relief package is intended to make Germany's economy competitive again. Saxony's Minister President wants this "investment booster" - but insists on help for the federal states.
Federal-state summit to be held on June 18
Due to his trip to Trump, Chancellor Merz had canceled his participation in the Minister Presidents' Conference. But time is pressing for economic aid and investment.
Panter wants to attract more defense companies to Saxony
When armaments companies look for new locations, there is sometimes resistance from the population. Nevertheless, Saxony's new Minister of Economic Affairs is encouraging investment from the arms and security industry.
Economics Minister: relief package by mid-July
The new Minister Katherina Reiche has barely taken office and announces the first measures for growth. She sees a lot of positive things in eastern Germany.
Minister Reiche in Bad Saarow at the Economic Forum
For ten years, the East German Economic Forum has established itself as a fixed meeting for East German business leaders. This year, several federal ministries have announced their attendance.
Schwesig: Boosting the economy is the most important goal
At the start of the East German Economic Forum, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania's Minister-President speaks forcefully. She is also confident with regard to the economy.
Panter promotes Saxon innovative strength in Brandenburg
At the East German Economic Forum, Economics Minister Panter plans to promote the Free State as a location for the future. Together with other eastern states, Saxony wants to carry more weight.
Survey: Eastern companies have doubts about economic policy
According to a survey, many companies in Eastern Germany complain about too much bureaucracy, high energy prices and a shortage of skilled workers. So far, they have placed little hope in the federal government for an economic upturn.
Saxony asserts itself as a business location
Company relocations are not a matter of course in difficult economic times. Even if investments in 2024 are significantly lower than in the previous year, Saxony is satisfied.
Saxony benefits from Europe in many ways
Europe gives Saxony economic strength. Figures on European Union funding for the Free State make this clear.
Chemical park boss: "Disaster with an announcement"
The chemical industry is under pressure. The Managing Director of the Leuna Chemical Park is calling for a different energy policy and is relying on Russian gas.
Major concerns about Dow chemical company sites
The US chemical company Dow is putting several sites to the test. These include two in Saxony-Anhalt and Saxony. There is great concern in the region. The federal government should act immediately.
Recruitment of skilled workers - Kretschmer travels to Cairo
The visit to the Egyptian capital will also focus on education.
Start-up scene in Saxony with strengths and pent-up demand
Saxon start-up companies still too often stew in their own juices. There is a lack of employees from abroad and insufficient access to venture capital.
Saxon companies pay back 16 million euros to the federal government
Thousands of businesses in Saxony have to pay back coronavirus aid - and some can barely manage it. According to critics, small craft businesses in particular are facing acute financial difficulties as a result.
Up to 900,000 euros in funding for sustainable projects
Millions for fresh ideas: Companies in the Central German region can now apply for funding again. The competition supports sustainable and digital projects with up to 900,000 euros.
Innovation projects in eastern Germany receive a new boost
Digitalization, circular economy and more: the federal government is funding eight new projects in eastern Germany. The projects show how targeted funding can accelerate change in lignite regions.
Scholz backs promotion of electric cars
The automotive industry and its suppliers are under pressure. Chancellor Scholz can imagine promoting electric cars and is calling for a European solution.
Kretschmer: New federal government must put the brakes on growth
CDU politician Michael Kretschmer considers the current economic policy to be completely misguided. He is now hoping for a CDU victory in the upcoming federal elections.
Economic crisis: Countries call for "powerful change of course"
The minister presidents are calling for quick resolutions to reduce energy prices and flight fees. But will this still work before the general election?
Eastern countries want more skilled workers from abroad
The shortage of skilled workers is affecting the eastern German states. The federal government should provide solutions. What are the heads of government from the east demanding?
Application phase for Saxon start-up prize underway
Next year, the Ministry of Economic Affairs will be awarding prizes to innovative start-ups for the 25th time. The application phase has now begun. Which prizes will be awarded?
East German construction industry association urges rapid formation of government in Saxony
Thoroughness before speed is Michael Kretschmer's motto for forming a government. The economy wants stable conditions quickly so that things can pick up again.
Most innovative female founders 2024 from Mittweida and Leipzig
The Free State of Bavaria has been awarding prizes to successful female entrepreneurs since 2008. This makes business start-ups by women visible to the public and recognizes their commitment.
Saxony's IHKs see state elections as a warning shot
The business world keeps a very close eye on what is happening in politics. This is because their decisions have both positive and negative effects on companies.
Dulig: Cooperation with Korea very important for Germany
South Korea is a strategically important partner for Germany. Both countries regularly exchange ideas at a forum. It is now meeting in Dresden.
Left Party calls for investment offensive for East Germany
The Left has always had a special focus on East German issues. Now they are calling for a concentrated effort to harmonize living and working conditions in East and West.
Economy concerned: "AfD poll results are worrying"
It's the parliamentary summer break. After that, however, things could get busy in political Berlin. The reason is the state elections in the east. What business associations say.
Dulig wants investment company for energy conversion
The energy transition is causing difficulties for municipal companies such as public utilities in particular, as they lack investors. Economics Minister Dulig has a proposal for this problem.
BSW proposes promotion scout for Saxon companies
The Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance (BSW) wants to make funding programs more transparent.
Wissing: Openness to the world is the key to success for companies
Companies such as Elbe Flugzeugwerke in Dresden have an international workforce. There are therefore concerns that a policy of demarcation will have negative consequences.
Saxony invests in battery production for the future
Saxony is gearing up for the production of the next generation of batteries.
Saxony sets course for battery industry in the state
The light metal lithium is particularly important for battery production. The company is now planning to build its own production facilities in Saxony - to make itself less dependent on the global market.
Federal government expands funding programs for coal regions
The federal government wants to expand the scope for state funding programs in coal-mining regions in order to accelerate structural change.
Millions in funding for new innovation clusters
Saxony plans to provide millions in funding to further innovation alliances between industry and science. Up to three projects will be supported over a period of up to ten years, the Ministry of Economic Affairs announced on Monday. Up to five million euros are available for each project. Innovative ..
More and more members in energy cooperatives since the war
More and more people want to actively participate in the energy transition. The number of energy cooperatives is increasing across Germany. But some challenges remain.
Saxony's Economics Minister travels to Italy with a delegation to strengthen economic relations
Saxony's Economics Minister Martin Dulig (SPD) is traveling to Italy with a delegation to expand economic relations.
Coalition squanders opportunity for German solar industry
The German Solar Industry Association has reacted with disappointment to what it sees as a lack of "industrial policy impetus" in the planned solar package from the coalition government. In a statement issued by the association for a hearing in the Bundestag Committee on Climate Protection and Energ ..
Saxon Female Founder Award 2024 - start of applications for female founders and entrepreneurs
From May 16, female founders and entrepreneurs can apply for the Saxon Female Founder Award, which is awarded by the Saxon State Ministry of Justice and for Democracy, Europe and Equality.
EU funding strengthens Saxony's economy according to Economics Minister Dulig
Economics Minister Dulig emphasizes the positive effects of EU structural funds on Saxony's companies and jobs.
Federal Chancellor visits Dresden craft business
Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz (SPD) is coming to Dresden again. On April 19, he will visit Holzbau Lepski GmbH in Dresden at the invitation of the Dresden Chamber of Crafts, the chamber announced on Friday. The family business, which was founded in 2006, is managed by master carpenter Ralf Lepski a ..
Structural change millions for projects in the Lusatian mining area
As part of the coal phase-out, the federal government is making money available to help the affected mining areas with structural change.
Solar power plant to keep Meyer Burger in Freiberg
The solar manufacturer Meyer Burger had announced the end of its plant in Freiberg. Now a huge solar power plant is set to save the day.
Saxon gaming industry present at trade fairs
Presentations at Caggtus, Gamescom and Gitex are intended to network Saxony's gaming industry internationally and showcase its innovative potential.
Saxon gaming industry presents itself at trade fairs in Germany and abroad
Appearances at trade fairs are intended to network the Saxon gaming industry and create internationality
Ministry of Economic Affairs: Closure of solar plant depressing
The Federal Ministry of Economics has expressed its disappointment at the closure of solar module manufacturer Meyer Burger's plant in Saxony. "The news from Freiberg is depressing," explained Parliamentary State Secretary Michael Kellner on Tuesday. He added that they were aware of the very serious ..
Saxon Union presents economic strategy for 2035
CDU Saxony presents ten points to strengthen the economy and make the location fit for the future
Report: Saxony's SMEs are the backbone of the economy
Saxony's SMEs remain the backbone of the Saxon economy, according to the state government. According to the SME report published in Grimma on Wednesday, more than 131,600 companies subject to VAT were registered in Saxony in 2021, almost all of which are SMEs. The proportion of small and medium-size ..
Saxony's chambers of industry and commerce warn of a collapse in the freight forwarding industry
The Saxon Chambers of Industry and Commerce (IHK) and the Saxon Transport Industry Association (LSN) have warned the Federal Minister of Transport, Volker Wissing (FDP), of a collapse in the freight forwarding industry. In a joint letter to the transport minister on Thursday, they stated that the tr ..
Brandenburg state government supports the preservation of the glass factory
The Brandenburg state government is committed to preserving the glass factory in Tschernitz in order to ensure its competitiveness on the solar market.
Public procurement law launched
The legislative plans have been agreed in the coalition agreement between the CDU, Greens and SPD. However, the CDU fears more bureaucracy. The cabinet decision has not resolved the conflict within the coalition.
IG Metall demands more support for the solar industry from the German government
IG Metall is demanding more support for the solar industry from the federal government in order to prevent the closure of a plant in Saxony.
CDU politician from Saxony warns against focusing on large-scale projects in the structural change of lignite mining areas
Marko Schiemann emphasizes the importance of involving medium-sized and large companies in the structural change in Lusatia.
Germany receives EU approval to promote climate-neutral steel
EU Commission approves 1.3 billion euros for conversion to climate-neutral steel production at ArcelorMittal sites in Bremen and Eisenhüttenstadt to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and drive ecological change.
Brussels approves billions in aid for green steel in Bremen
Germany may provide 1.3 billion euros for the conversion to climate-neutral steel production at ArcelorMittal's sites in Bremen and Eisenhüttenstadt. The EU Commission approved the payment on Friday. The measure will support the realization of the goals of the EU hydrogen strategy and the European G ..
Berlin sees chemical triangle supplied without wind farm if necessary
The residents of Mehring have rejected the planned wind turbines. Ahead of the next referendum, Economics Minister Aiwanger is seeking talks with concerned residents.
Federal government wants to improve framework conditions for the solar industry
In view of the problems facing the German solar industry, the Federal Ministry of Economics believes that the framework conditions for the sector in Germany and Europe must be improved. On Friday, the ministry referred to the EU's so-called Net Zero Industry Act, which is intended to strengthen the ..
German site at risk: Meyer Burger plans to close plant in Saxony
Meyer Burger's announcement to close a plant in Saxony has alarmed Saxony's Minister of Economic Affairs, Martin Dulig. An impending closure would hit the solar industry hard.
Saxony's Minister of Economic Affairs sticks to test center for railroad technology
Saxony's Minister of Economic Affairs Martin Dulig (SPD) remains committed to a test center for railroad technology (Tetis) in the east of the state.
Habeck undertakes three-country trip to Germany
Federal Minister for Economic Affairs Robert Habeck is traveling through several federal states from Wednesday to Friday. The Green politician first has appointments in Saxony on Wednesday, then in Thuringia on Thursday and in Munich on Friday. The program of a "skilled workers and energy trip" incl ..
Saxony's Economics Minister contradicts speculation about abandoning public procurement law
Saxony's Minister of Economic Affairs Martin Dulig (SPD) has contradicted speculation that the state will abandon its planned public procurement law.
Kretschmer causes irritation with public procurement law
Is the Saxon Public Procurement Act doomed to failure? After years of tough wrangling, things are not looking good for the amendment to the law, at least at the moment. Now the CDU has to show its colors.
East German Chambers of Industry and Commerce: Letter to Scholz
In the super election year 2024, the chambers of commerce are concerned about the rise of "extreme forces" and the state of the regional economy. In a letter to the chancellor, they are not sparing with their criticism - and give him a tip.
Rapid expansion of electricity and hydrogen grids necessary
From an expert's point of view, a rapid expansion of electricity, hydrogen and broadband networks is necessary for good economic development in Saxony. Renewable energies and corresponding storage facilities also need to be massively expanded, according to an expert report that is to be presented to ..
Business founders in Saxony can apply for a reduced-interest microloan
Business founders in Saxony can receive a low-interest microloan of up to 30,000 euros for their projects. The loan can be applied for with immediate effect from the Sächsische Aufbaubank (SAB), the Ministry of Economic Affairs announced.
Development measures adopted for Leipzig's northern area
The industrial area north of Leipzig is to be made more attractive for companies and employees with better transport links. Saxony's Economics Minister Martin Dulig (SPD) agreed on this with representatives of local authorities and transport associations on Wednesday. "We want to create more commitm ..
Saxony and the Czech Republic plan joint hydrogen network
Saxony and the Czech Republic are planning to build a cross-border hydrogen network. The Saxon Ministry of Economic Affairs announced on Thursday after signing a declaration of intent in Dresden that the two countries also want to promote exchange and cooperation between research institutions and co ..
Politicians demand a clear commitment from the federal government to the German solar industry
Politicians from Saxony warn of thousands of job losses and demand commitment to the German solar industry
Lifting of the budget freeze for subsidized economic projects in Saxony
Saxony's Economics Minister Martin Dulig welcomes the lifting of the budget freeze for subsidized economic projects. The Saxon economy would like to invest, but there are more applications than available money.
Saxony's skilled crafts sector calls for measures to stabilize the German economy
The Saxon skilled crafts sector fears a prolonged crisis in the German economy and is calling on the federal and state governments to take measures to stabilize the situation.
Saxony calls for rapid solution for major projects
Saxony's Energy Minister Wolfram Günther has called for swift certainty for planned and eligible projects following the budget ruling. "In Saxony, we are talking about the chip industry, the solar industry and large hydrogen projects, among others," said the Green politician on Monday after consulta ..
Budget ruling by the Federal Constitutional Court and implications for eastern Germany
According to Michael Kellner (Greens), Parliamentary State Secretary in the Federal Ministry of Economics, the budget ruling by the Federal Constitutional Court has a particularly negative impact on eastern Germany.
Saxony pays out 1.56 billion euros in bridging aid to companies
Saxony has paid out 1.56 billion euros to companies during the coronavirus crisis. Claims amounting to EUR 7 million are still outstanding.
Business associations call for reliable policies for economic development in Lusatia
The Berlin-Brandenburg and Saxony business associations see long-term economic development in Lusatia under threat and are calling for a reliable policy to resolve the acute problems quickly.
Chambers of Industry and Commerce warn of consequences of the discussed stationary border controls at the border to Poland and the Czech Republic
Saxon and Bavarian Chambers of Industry and Commerce (IHK) have warned the federal authorities of the consequences of the discussed stationary border controls at the border to Poland and the Czech Republic.
Saxony's Minister President calls for greater EU commitment to Europe as an industrial location
Saxony's Minister President Michael Kretschmer has called on the EU to do more to preserve Europe as an industrial location. What is needed, he said, is the promotion of high technologies and a strengthening of economic clout.