THE POWER OF PEOPLE, PLACES & FIRMS
Reading Time: 3 minutesRecent reports suggest Volkswagen could close several German plants and cut up to 100,000 jobs globally, in what may be its largest-ever restructuring. Factories in Hanover, Zwickau, Emden and Neckarsulm would be hit hardest, as traditional automakers face pressure from Chinese competition, rising costs, and a slower-than-expected shift to EVs. Can Europe’s manufacturing heartlands adapt fast enough to survive the EV transition?
Reading Time: 3 minutesMassenentlassungen zerstören Gemeinden, können aber mit den richtigen Maßnahmen auch zu einer Erneuerung führen. Erfahren Sie, wie Strategien wie Diversifizierung, Umschulung und gezielte Unterstützung – wie in Oulu nach dem Niedergang von Nokia – den Arbeitnehmern helfen, sich umzustellen und die lokale Wirtschaft wieder aufzubauen.
Reading Time: 4 minutesMass layoffs devastate communities but can also spark renewal with the right policies. Learn how strategies like diversification, retraining, and targeted support, as seen in Oulu’s recovery after Nokia’s decline, help workers transition and rebuild local economies.
Reading Time: 3 minutesTrentino is facing stagnating productivity. In response, the local government is taking action to bolster high-tech manufacturing and support SMEs.
Reading Time: 4 minutesThe pandemic has led to a surge in co-working spaces, offering flexible work options for professionals. These spaces can promote inclusivity by supporting diverse workers and creating local economic growth.
Reading Time: 3 minutesTrentino in Italy has enjoyed spectacular economic growth since the 80s, in stark contrast to neighbouring Alpine areas. What can it teach other regions in Italy and beyond?