Successful business stories from Munich

Here we tell you more - about exciting topics from Munich's economy and about projects that munich business is successfully driving forward.

More diversity in the workplace

The “amiga – Career Center for Internationals” has been supporting talented individuals from around the world for ten years.

Gäste beim amiga-Empfang im Foyer der VHS im Einstein

Munich as international hotspot for outstanding scholars

Some 200 visiting scholars from almost 30 countries attended a reception at Munich’s Town Hall (Rathaus), where they exchanged international views on a whole range of professional and cultural topics.

empfang von gastforschern im alten rathaus

Careworkers for persons with disabilities

The “Care International” program brings trainee careworkers from Turkey to Munich to assist persons with disabilities.

Gruppenfoto der Programmteilnehmer*innen von Care International 23-24

News from munich business

Munich at VivaTech 2026

23.06.2026

Mitarbeiterin LHM

Along with five selected Munich-based startups, munich business and Munich Startup were once again at Viva Technology in Paris from June 17 to 20

Phönix-Preis 2026 - apply now

23.06.2026

Gruppenfoto Phönix Preisträger 2019

From now on, Munich entrepreneurs with a background in migration can apply for the PhönixPreis 2026 until September 18.

Two crowdfunding success stories

23.06.2026

Playfolio Crowdfunding

Through our crowdfunding program, we provide financial support to Munich-based startups to help them run their campaigns. Here are two successful examples.

Research and Innovation report

22.06.2026

Roboter und Frau gucken sich an

The publication shows innovations and new technologies for urban products, services and processes that were implemented by the Munich City administration in 2025.

New Bavarian Biotech Report

18.06.2026

v.l.: Dr. Julian Dieler (StMWi), Verena Vitz (EY), Dr. Jonas Helma-Smets (Tubulis) und Prof. Ralf Huss (BioM) mit der Broschüre

In its annual report, “Biotech in Bavaria 2025/26,” the cluster organization BioM paints a positive picture of the industry, including for the Munich region.

Ruffini Mercato - Creative Pop-up-Store

17.06.2026

RUFFINI Mercato - die Beteiligten vor dem Laden

From June 30 to July 18, you’ll find Munich-based creatives from the RUFFINIHAUS Creative Hub at the pop-up store on Rindermarkt—with a diverse program!

Zero Waste Innovation Hub latest updates

27.05.2026

Publikum in der Bavaria Lounge der Messe München beim Workshop

For the past year, ZWIH has been highlighting the potential of the circular economy. Here you’ll find the next event, valuable insights and an overview of activities

Successful conclusion of Climate Pact 3

21.05.2026

Wirtschaftsreferent C. Scharpf und Professor A. Levermann vor Klimapakt 3-Logo

At the closing event at Munich Urban Colab, Professor A. Levermann spoke, and a summary of the results from all participating companies was presented.

Festival of the Future

20.05.2026

Sprecher auf der Bühne

The festival, organized by 1E9 and the Deutsches Museum, will present updates on AI, robotics, medicine, quantum technology, music, XR art, and more in early July

Forbes 30 under 30 Europe Munich 2026

04.05.2026

Website Forbes

Forbes business magazine has selected 16 young talents from Munich as the most dynamic and innovative people under 30 in Europe.

Happy City Index 2026: Munich at the top

27.04.2026

Paar am Gärtnerplatz

In 2026, Munich remains in the top 10 happiest cities, impressing with its high quality of life and strong economic conditions

Munich has the most patents in Europe

10.04.2026

Der Hauptsitz des EPA in München

Munich is solidifying its role as a hub for innovation, as evidenced by the European Patent Office’s Technology Dashboard.