Doering Glass closes Radeburg plant with 120 employees
After more than 90 years, production at Doering Glass in Radeburg is coming to an end. There is still hope for another site in Berlin.
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Kretschmer warns of the consequences of the end of combustion engines from 2035
Saxony's head of government Kretschmer considers the ban on new combustion engines from 2035 to be a mistake. Why he sees negative consequences for jobs and industry.
Roadworks slow down traffic - Where construction is taking place in Saxony
Patience is required: construction work on highways, bridges and train stations is causing detours in Saxony. Where travelers should plan more time - and what should be improved in the long term.
Chemnitz analysis sees upward trend for e-cars
New registrations of e-cars have not developed as hoped for some manufacturers. As a result, many have readjusted their strategy. A new analysis shows what this means in concrete terms.
Head of VW Works Council in Saxony resigns
VW Saxony loses its Works Council leader: Uwe Kunstmanns draws the consequences of personal mistakes. And his deputy Kristin Oder is also leaving. What happens now.
Saxony and Thuringia advance in the space sector
More than 40 companies are showcasing new space technologies in Dresden. Why Saxony and Thuringia are in the spotlight and what a planned small satellite will prove.
Plants of mattress manufacturer Schlaraffia close down
The brand name suggests almost paradisiacal conditions when it comes to sleep, but the economic reality for Schlaraffia was bleak. Now the lights are going out completely for the workforce.
No investor: Meyer Burger plants cease operations
Production comes to a standstill, hundreds lose their jobs. The lights are going out at solar cell manufacturer Meyer Burger. The last hope is ongoing talks with interested parties.
Eastern car industry under pressure - Congress sees opportunities
Change has long been a reality - and demands new answers: the annual congress in Leipzig focused on how eastern Germany's automotive industry is mastering the balancing act between crisis and innovation.
East German automotive industry relies on cooperation in times of change
Artificial intelligence, chip shortages and global competition: why the East German automotive industry is now relying on teamwork to avoid being left behind by change.
Motor vehicle liability in the district of Meißen likely to be more expensive in 2026
The insurance industry has calculated new regional classes for motor vehicle liability: While car owners in Leipzig will benefit, those in the district of Meißen will probably pay more next year.
Aerospace Regions Day in Dresden
Saxony and Thuringia are among the drivers of the aerospace industry. Both states maintain a joint competence center - now they are the focus of the event.
Trend reversal after a lull: e-cars in Saxony are growing strongly
After a decline in 2024, the number of new e-cars in Saxony is rising again significantly. What manufacturers and experts say about the reasons and challenges.
Car density in Saxony still below the national average
Statistically, more than every second person in Saxony owns a car. However, there are clear regional differences. Particularly few cars are registered in Leipzig.
Trabi, Wartburg & Co: This is how much GDR cars are worth today
After reunification, many owners couldn't get rid of them quickly enough, and today they are in demand as classic cars: classic cars from the GDR. How many of these vehicles are still around?
Trabi, Wartburg & Co: This is how much GDR cars are worth today
After reunification, many owners couldn't get rid of them quickly enough, and today they are in demand as classic cars: classic cars from the GDR. How many of these vehicles are still around?
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.
Saxony counts more guests and overnight stays in June
The number of guests in Saxony rose slightly in June - but the bottom line is a minus. Only one city danced out of line.
Kamenz bicycle battery recycler receives funding
A medium-sized company in eastern Saxony specializes in the recycling of bicycle batteries. The Free State of Saxony is supporting a new repair center.
Warning strikes in Saxon breweries continue
The union is fuming and sees the barrel overflowing. The employers point to high wage levels and falling beer sales. The labor dispute in some breweries continues.
Balance sheet: Saxony's government receives red card for company cars
Who drives clean, who drives dirty? The new environmental balance sheet from Deutsche Umwelthilfe shows that Saxony's ministers are a mixed bag when it comes to CO2 emissions.
More than 350 brewery employees on warning strike
Employers have made an initial offer in the wage negotiations for employees at breweries in Saxony. The trade union considers it to be far removed from its own ideas.
Warning strike at breweries ahead of wage round
Employees at breweries in Saxony are fighting for better pay. To increase the pressure on employers, the NGG trade union has called another warning strike.
Trump threatens high chip tariffs - concern in Saxony
US President Donald Trump has been talking about high tariffs on chip imports for a long time and has now named the possible level: 100 percent. What does this mean for companies in "Silicon Saxony"?
Concerns in Saxony after Trump's announcement of chip tariffs
US President Donald Trump has been talking about tariffs on chip imports for a long time and has now named the amount: 100 percent. This is not good news for Saxony's semiconductor industry.
Warning strike at Radeberger - 7 percent wage increase demanded
Employees at breweries in Saxony are fighting for better pay. To increase the pressure on employers, the NGG trade union has called another warning strike.
Warning strike at breweries in Freiberg and Krostitz
The employees of the Saxon breweries no longer want to be paid less than their West German colleagues. They are continuing their industrial action.
100 million euros for chip education campus in Dresden
Saxony wants to become a center for the chip industry. Now there is a financial injection from the European Union.
Insolvency administrator: Potential investors for Meyer Burger
Short-time working, standstill, filing for insolvency: how good are the chances of rescue for solar module manufacturer Meyer Burger? The insolvency administrator speaks of a good response in the search for investors.
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.
Billion-euro project: Chip factory planned near Magdeburg
A year ago, the US chip manufacturer Intel put its plans for several chip factories in Germany on hold. Now other companies are interested in locating here.
Alstom stops production - Heiterblick crisis intensifies
Leipzig streetcar builder Heiterblick is coming under further pressure. After a production stop at the supplier Alstom, delays in the XXL project are looming.
Wave of warning strikes at breweries in Saxony
For the Food, Beverages and Catering Union, the barrel is full. Warning strikes are now intended to exert pressure on the ongoing wage negotiations in the Saxon brewing industry.
Wave of warning strikes at breweries in Saxony
For the Food, Beverages and Catering Union, the barrel is full. Warning strikes are now intended to exert pressure on the ongoing wage negotiations in the Saxon brewing industry.
Mercedes-Benz manufactures new generation of car batteries
"Fill up" with energy for a range of up to 325 kilometers in ten minutes. This is what a new generation of batteries for electric cars from Mercedes-Benz should be able to do.
Transparent factory: VW negotiates with TU about campus
Production at the car manufacturer's smallest site will come to an end at the end of the year. Part of the plant site, which is centrally located in Dresden, could continue with cutting-edge research.
Foundation stone laid for research campus in Lusatia
From 2027, new technologies for the circular economy are to be developed in Lusatia. The foundation stone has now been laid.
Czech Republic signs contract for construction of nuclear power plant units
The contract for the construction of two new nuclear power plant units is signed in Prague in a hurry and without prior notice. Despite the critics.
Globalfoundries in Dresden: Approval for project launch
The chip manufacturer can begin with the first steps of its investment.
Despite insolvency: operations at Meyer Burger to continue
The solar manufacturer Meyer Burger is also fighting for survival in Germany. Despite filing for insolvency, production is set to continue - for the time being.
Freeways very busy over Whitsun
Many people use the Whitsun weekend for a short vacation or family visit. The highways in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia are therefore likely to be congested.
After filing for insolvency: What's next for Meyer Burger?
Meyer Burger had set out to revive solar production in Germany. However, the company has fallen into a serious crisis. Now the employees are facing an uncertain future.
Crisis at Meyer Burger - insolvency for Saxon subsidiary
Short-time working was not enough. Now the Swiss solar manufacturer Meyer Burger is pulling the emergency brake at its German subsidiaries - the end of a foreseeable development for Saxony's Minister of Economic Affairs.
German Meyer Burger subsidiaries file for insolvency
Short-time working was not enough: Swiss solar manufacturer Meyer Burger is pulling the emergency brake at its three German subsidiaries.
Solar manufacturer Meyer Burger stops production in the USA
The Swiss company is struggling with cheap competition from China. Now it is stopping its expansion plans in the USA. This could have repercussions in Saxony and Saxony-Anhalt.
Heavy traffic expected on highways - risk of traffic jams increases
Many people will use Ascension Day for a short trip over the long weekend. A lot of traffic can therefore be expected on local highways. There is a risk of traffic jams on these stretches.
Heavy traffic expected on highways - risk of traffic jams increases
Many people will use Ascension Day for a short trip over the long weekend. A lot of traffic can therefore be expected on local highways. There is a risk of traffic jams on these stretches.
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.
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.
Riesa steelworks opens emission-free rolling mill
Big ambitions: The steelworks in Riesa is focusing on more climate-friendly steel production with a new rolling mill - but high energy prices continue to jeopardize its course.
When the engine stalls: Does Leipzig need to change course now?
Leipzig is facing new economic challenges. Can the city's diversification strategies compensate for declining trade tax revenues?
Future of the automotive industry in Saxony - dialog in Zwickau
The German automotive industry is in crisis. The automotive state of Saxony is also feeling the effects. The Minister of Economic Affairs wants to counteract this with a regular dialog.
Investor sought for insolvent glassworks in Freital
The Freital glassworks produces bottles and glasses for juice, wine and more. But the company is in financial difficulties. Can a rescuing investor be found?
1 million e-cars from Zwickau - location faces cuts
VW Zwickau celebrates its millionth electric car. But after job cuts and shifts being eliminated, the site is facing further cuts - and is pinning its hopes on a new business segment.
End for the textile manufacturer Curt Bauer
Last year, the textile company Curt Bauer filed for insolvency. It is now clear that there is no future for the traditional company.
More charging points for e-cars - Leipzig leads the way
The network of charging points is becoming denser in Saxony. Growth has been particularly strong in Leipzig.
Short-time working at solar manufacturer Meyer Burger in Thalheim
The Swiss company Meyer Burger Technology AG has three sites in Germany. Months ago, the company announced job cuts worldwide - now there is short-time working.
Industry criticizes hurdles to photovoltaic expansion
Many people in Saxony also want to use their own solar power. Many things are technically possible. But there are too many hurdles, criticize the solar industry and science.
Easter starts in Saxony - ADAC reports heavy traffic
For many travelers, the journey to their Easter vacation will be a test of nerves. Saxony's freeways are also threatened by long traffic jams and barely usable alternative routes.
Riesa-based medium-sized company invests 30 million euros
The current crises are also affecting Saxony's economy. Alongside concerns, there is always positive news.
Fuel more expensive in the south
Drivers currently pay the most for refueling in Bavaria and Saxony. Rhineland-Palatinate has also become significantly more expensive in a state comparison. The city states, on the other hand, get off more cheaply.
4th Leipzig Night of Apprenticeships: Discover your dream job
Visit the Leipzig Night of Apprenticeships on May 23 and experience over 150 professions, 120 companies and 40 dual study programs up close in one evening. Secure your place now and try out professions!
Wage increase for 2,800 Globalfoundries employees
After tough talks, an agreement has been reached: Globalfoundries in Dresden will pay higher wages from July - and open up the collective agreement to other employees.
Heiterblick wants to fulfill all orders despite insolvency
Economic crisis at streetcar manufacturer Heiterblick - but the major contract for Leipzig, Görlitz and Zwickau is to continue for the time being. This brings a noticeable sense of relief to the transport companies.
Chemical industry in Saxony is weakening - calls for a new start
Saxony's chemical industry is clearly operating at full capacity. This not only puts jobs at risk - but also the future of entire locations.
Chemnitz shows garages as places of cultural identity
The city of Chemnitz is offering an unusual discovery tour during the Capital of Culture year. The focus is on garages as places of cultural identity.
Chemnitz invites you to the garage course
There are around 30,000 garages in Chemnitz, many of which were built during the GDR era. In the Capital of Culture year, the city wants to make the otherwise unseen visible - and the garages are also in focus.
Trump's punitive tariffs put additional strain on Saxony's car industry
New US punitive tariffs are hitting the industry at an already difficult time. There is now growing concern that even strong plants like the one in Leipzig could stumble.
Visionary and design legend: In the footsteps of Clauss Dietel
From Erika typewriters to the S50 moped: Karl Clauss Dietel gave many everyday objects a special shape. His traces can also be discovered in the cityscape of Chemnitz.
Metal and electrical industry threatened with further job cuts
According to the employers' association Sachsenmetall, the situation in the metal and electrical industry in the Free State of Saxony is coming to a head. The situation is being compared to the coronavirus pandemic and financial crisis.
Dresden microchip construction sites on schedule
Two further semiconductor plants are to be completed in the Saxon state capital over the next two years. This will create 3,000 jobs.
Porsche: bonus for employees almost halved
Slump in profits, falling sales, cost-cutting program: things have been better at Porsche in the past. The employee bonus is now also significantly lower. How much will employees receive?
Car industry calls for more purchase incentives for electric cars
High electricity prices and a lack of subsidies: many people are hesitant to buy an electric car. An industry representative blames politicians for the uncertainty and calls for clear incentives.
Saxony wants to support the automotive industry
The car industry in Saxony is also affected by VW's cost-cutting plans - with widespread repercussions for suppliers. According to the Ministry of Economic Affairs, this is a setback for the Free State.
Wages rise in the East German confectionery industry
A new collective agreement significantly improves working conditions for 4,000 employees. Apprentices will also benefit from the new regulations.
Trade fairs attract numerous people to Leipzig
Full exhibition halls, international experts, exciting innovations: In Leipzig, two major industrial trade fairs show that the sector is looking ahead despite the difficult market situation.
Car sharing is booming - shared cars have 14 percent more users
More and more people are sharing a car. The car-sharing provider Teilauto is also growing in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia: more users, more vehicles, more electric cars.
More than 107,000 ADAC call-outs due to breakdowns in Saxony
The ADAC's breakdown service was called out many thousands of times last year. One day in January saw a particularly high number of calls for help.
Mechanical engineering industry skeptical ahead of trade fair
High-tech meets crisis: At the start of the INTEC trade fair in Leipzig, Saxony's mechanical engineering industry is struggling with high costs and falling orders. Politicians are promising help - but is that enough?
Study: Setbacks in e-mobility hit the east particularly hard
The car factories in eastern Germany are pioneers when it comes to e-cars. If the transition to electric mobility on Europe's roads is delayed, the industry there will be particularly hard hit, warns a study.
Saxony's mechanical engineering sector: upward trend halted
Saxony's mechanical and plant engineering sector has lost momentum in 2024. The association is making demands of the new federal government, but is also holding companies to account.
Two out of five fail their practical driving test in Saxony
40 percent of candidates do not pass the practical test, and the theory is even worse. This is how Saxony compares.
Car fasting" campaign in Saxon city for the first time
Alcohol, sweets, social media - there are many things that people voluntarily give up during Lent. In Saxony, the idea of "car fasting" is now being tested for the first time.
"Taskforce" to help secure the future of the automotive industry
The German automotive industry is in crisis. As an automotive state, Saxony is also feeling the effects. The Minister of Economic Affairs wants to take countermeasures.
Resident parking also cheap in Saxony
Resident parking remains cheap in many cities. If Deutsche Umwelthilfe has its way, this should change. This could soon be the case in Dresden.
Hydrogen instead of diesel - BMW tests use of new trucks
Quickly refueled and emission-free on the road: BMW is using hydrogen trucks to transport components for the first time. But the technology still has one hurdle.
Poor air quality in Saxony - high particulate matter levels
The level of particulate matter in the air in Saxony was already high last week. So far, the situation has not improved - on the contrary.
Poor air quality in Saxony: high levels of particulate matter
Air pollution with particulate matter is increasing in Saxony. For several days now, the limit values have been exceeded at several measuring stations, in some cases significantly. There are many reasons for this.
Top-level meeting on the future of the VW locations in Saxony
Volkswagen's sites in Saxony are facing severe cuts. What is the future of car production in Zwickau and Dresden?
Porsche relies on combustion engines - consequences for Saxony unclear
Like other German car manufacturers, Porsche is struggling with difficulties. The management now wants to focus on combustion engines again, among other things. What does this mean for Saxony as an automotive location?
IHK: Economic year 2025 started without momentum
Saxony's companies are facing difficult months. They are complaining about weaker demand at home and abroad. This is why companies are keeping their money together - for example when it comes to investments.
Dresden's economy demands new construction of the Carola Bridge from 2026
Dresden's Carola Bridge is closed and has to be demolished. This means that one of the city's most important Elbe crossings is missing - with negative consequences for industry, trade and commerce.
East German mechanical engineering records slump in orders
A good start to the year, but then the slump: the East German mechanical engineering industry has been on a downward trend since spring 2024. It warns of difficult times ahead and calls for help from politicians.
Armaments group KNDS takes over Alstom in Görlitz
Görlitz becomes a location for the armaments industry. The history of rail vehicle production ends after 175 years. In future, armored parts will be manufactured here.
Economics Minister wants to hold VW accountable
Volkswagen wants to keep its plants in Saxony. But there will be cuts. Saxony's new Minister of Economic Affairs announces resistance.
IG Metall criticizes plant closures at Contitech
Continental spar Contitech wants to close five plants in four federal states. IG Metall is appalled and is making clear demands.
Plant closures at Contitech - Saxony also affected
The automotive industry is in crisis. This is also making itself felt at supplier Continental and its plastics technology division Contitech. Jobs are also on the line in Bavaria.
Plant closures planned at Contitech
The automotive industry is in crisis. This is also making itself felt at supplier Continental and its plastics technology division Contitech. Hundreds of jobs are now on the line.
Five years of Brexit - Saxony's foreign trade continues to grow
Trade barriers after Brexit? No problem for Saxony's economy. Which industry benefits the most.
Textile industry suffers from loss of sales
Saxony and Thuringia are among the largest textile locations in Germany. However, the industry is struggling considerably and is groaning under high costs and bureaucracy.