Often over­shadowed by the likes of Munich and Frankfurt, the German city of Nuremberg is hoping its comparative cost advantages can convince companies to join its automotive and ICT clusters, among others.

fDi looks at leading German cities and regions – Frankfurt, Düsseldorf, Mannheim, Halle, Konstanz, Russelsheim and Hamburg Metropolitan Region – that are attracting the attention of foreign investors. 

The location for the world-renowned Wimbledon tennis tournament, the south-west London borough of Merton is looking to also be known as an investment hub. The local council is flagging up the area's young, educated workforce, while at the same time creating an environment that these residents can both work and play in.

Building on its impressive FDI record, Ireland has set itself lofty job creation goals to be achieved via a network of 'urban gateways' – and hopes to reverse the brain drain.

Jaap Bond, vice-governor of Noord-Holland, explains how the province’s location and hardy agricultural workforce have enabled it to survive Europe’s financial wobbles.

Its stint as European City of Culture in 2016 should give San Sebastián a boost in tourism numbers, but it will also give the Spanish city an opportunity to showcase its skilled workforce and R&D excellence.

Diverse tenants and an innovative approach to energy efficiency are making Noord-Holland business site Agriport A7 a new kind of business hub.

World-class expertise in plant science makes Noord-Holland’s Seed Valley an agribusiness powerhouse with generations of experience to call upon.