Economic development agency for the City and Region of Hannover in Germany. The Hannover economic area is the key driver of innovation and growth in Lower Saxony, with a fifth of its economic output. Our aim is to nurture development and to help equip the region of Hannover to meet the challenges of the future. Our task is to encourage the creation of a generally business friendly environment and to promote the competitiveness of companies. This includes securing qualified employment and providing infrastructure and competent services for companies and start-ups to make Hannover an attractive location for business.