Biotech & Chemistry
Düsseldorf brings together international companies, outstanding research, and strong networks - ideal conditions for events in the fields of biotechnology, life sciences, and chemistry.
Biotech & Chemistry
Düsseldorf is located in the heart of the Rhineland biotech cluster, BioRiver. This region is one of Germany's leading biotechnology hubs. It is characterized by a unique concentration of internationally renowned universities and research institutes.
Qiagen and Miltenyi Biotec, Germany’s two largest biotech companies, are headquartered in the BioRiver region. Startups and young companies also enjoy excellent international networks. The region’s strong pharmaceutical and chemical industries serve as both partners and customers. Approximately 100 life sciences companies, as well as numerous suppliers and service providers, operate in the Düsseldorf metropolitan area. Some of Germany’s most successful biotech companies are based in Düsseldorf, and with Bayer, Henkel, UCB, Janssen, Johnson & Johnson, and 3M Medica, numerous major players in the life sciences sector are also represented in the metropolitan area.
