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Economic Development Service Center
The Economic Development Service Center is the central contact point for municipal economic development initiatives in Thuringia.
We support you in developing your sites, marketing your land, and assisting with business start-up and expansion projects in your municipality. We advise you on strategic issues, provide tools, and connect you with relevant partners. Together, we strengthen the competitiveness of Thuringia's regions and create attractive conditions for businesses.
Offer from the Economic Development Service Center
Initial consultation on areas
We are available to answer any questions you may have regarding commercial and industrial properties. We will support you in classifying, developing, and marketing your property offerings.
Area recording
The area survey helps you to systematically document and keep up-to-date municipal commercial and industrial areas.
This creates the basis for targeted business development efforts and location marketing.
Commercial property database
Funding programs
We provide information and advice on relevant funding programs and help you with the selection and application process.
Internship program
Our two-day internship program will give you insight into the working methods and support options of LEG.
The program serves the purpose of exchanging experiences, providing qualifications, and improving cooperation.
Aerial photographs
We regularly produce aerial photographs of industrial and commercial areas in Thuringia, which you can use for your municipal work. We also have an extensive archive of aerial photographs from previous years.
Networking and exchange
Join us for discussions at our events – live on-site or digitally! Benefit regularly from exciting expert presentations on current topics relevant to economic development.
Commercial properties in Thuringia
The commercial property database provides an overview of available industrial and commercial properties in Thuringia. You can have your properties listed in the database and update existing records. This will increase the visibility of your properties in the competition for business locations.
To the commercial property database To register/update
Aerial photographs
We create high-quality aerial photographs of commercial areas, providing a precise overview for planning, marketing and documentation – ideal for your projects and presentations.
Examples of aerial photographs
Practical examples
Erfurter Kreuz - Settlement successes with global players like CATL and N3
At 439 hectares, it is the largest industrial park in Thuringia. LEG has been developing the "Erfurter Kreuz" since 2005 and has since attracted world-class companies, including the world's largest battery cell manufacturer Contemporary Amperex Technology (CATL) and N3 Engine Overhaul Services, a Joint Venture from Lufthansa Technik and Rolls-Royce.
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To the commercial property database
FAQ Economic Development
In our FAQ on economic development you will find answers to the most frequently asked questions about support options, funding programs and services.
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I am new to economic development in Thuringia and would like to be informed about current topics relevant to economic development. What do I need to do to receive this information?
Please feel free to contact us via the Contact form or directly by e-mail.
We will Contact you and invite you to get to know LEG on site during a traineeship program and note your email address in our mailing list of the Association of Municipal Economic Development Agencies (AGKW).
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Are there any costs associated with using the services?
There are generally no costs associated with using our services. Should there ever be an exception, we will inform you explicitly.
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How do I register for the LEG internship program?
You can contact us via the Contact form or directly by e-mail and transmit the name and Contact details of those you wish to register.
We will contact you in due course (when a new appointment is being planned) with one or more suggested dates.
AGKW Annual Event
The Association of Municipal Economic Development Agencies (AGKW) serves as a platform for cooperation between the regions, the Thuringian State Development Corporation (LEG), and the Ministry of Economic Affairs to strengthen and further develop Thuringia as an economic location. The AGKW 2025 event focused on the theme "Digitalization as an Engine of Economic Development." It was a day full of inspiration, exchange, and networking.
Discover why Thuringia is a strong location for investment. An overview of current project developments in the region and important dates to know.
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