Copenhagen an attractive region for life-science investments

Copenhagen has been successful in attracting a broad aspect of investments. However, a majority of the investments has been amongst the sectors of life-science businesses, business services, and IT, telecom & electronics as shown in the figure below.

Investment projects in top-15 European city regions by sector, 2004-2006

Note: Copenhagen includes Frederiksborg and Roskilde
Note: The category 'other' includes among others Publishing, Machinery & Equipment, Cultural Activities, and Chemicals
Source: Ernst & Young’s European Investment Monitor database, 2007

Regarding life-sciences, Copenhagen and the Øresund Region (also called ‘Medicon Valley’) has proven to be an extremely attractive region for new investments as shown below.

Life science projects in top-15 European city regions,
2004-2006

Note: Copenhagen includes Frederiksborg and Roskilde
Source: Ernst & Young’s European Investment Monitor database, 2007

Last updated on: 28-09-2007	<< Back   Top