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KI.WI—the AI NetworkHanover Region

A Successful Transition to AI in Practice: New Approaches at Germerott Innenausbau

Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the world of work. But how can a company get started with AI when resources are limited? Germerott Innenausbau GmbH, in collaboration with KI.WI—the AI network of …
 
Sieben Frauen stehen nebeneinander und lächeln in die Kamera © Germerott Interior Construction
News
hannoverimpuls

Ensuring Medications Reach Premature Infants: InhalPlus Receives 500,000 Euro Investment

For premature infants who require respiratory support, only a small portion of an inhaled medication often reaches the lungs. The Hanover-based startup InhalPlus has developed a system designed to change exactly that, …
 
© Inhalplus
techfactoryHanover Region

techfactory Hannover: First Home on Hüttenstraße – “The Start of Something Really Big”

Representatives from business and politics praise the new pop-up office space for young startups
 
Viele Personen im offenen Büroraum während ein Mann präsentiert © Tobias Wölki
Real Estate Market Report

Real Estate Market Report 2026:
First Signs of a Region-Wide Recovery

The annual analysis of the real estate landscape—now online. Discover the trends, figures, and insights shaping the market.
 
Gebäude an einer Straße mit Bäumen davor und moderner Holzverkleidung © Herzog & de Meuron
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hannoverimpuls

500,000 euros in investment, new jobs, new companies: What 18 female founders in Lower Saxony are building right now

From women’s health to medtech to cybersecurity: After a year and a half of FemStartup mentoring, 18 female founders show how ideas turn into business models, teams, and the next steps toward growth.
 
© Anne Marie Bartoli PHOTOGRAPHY
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hannoverimpuls

UNLEASH meets KnowledgeMove thrills around 1,100 guests in Hanover

Eight stages, numerous keynotes, panels, pitches, and workshops: At the UNLEASH Startup Convention meets KnowledgeMove, the ASTOR Grand Cinema Hannover became a gathering place for startups, companies, … on September 9.
 
© hannoverimpuls GmbH
Vocational TrainingHanover Region

Double the Impact with “Vocational Training Mentors” and “Startklar”

More Individualized Support for Students, Expansion to Six Schools
 
Neun Personen in einem Klassenraum © Region Hannover
News
hannoverimpuls

Early Detection and Better Treatment of Postpartum Depression: Hannover Aims to Become a Model Region

Women receive close medical care during pregnancy and after childbirth. Nevertheless, postpartum depression can go undetected for a long time—and even when it is recognized, for those affected …
 
© hannoverimpuls GmbH
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Women and CareersWomen and CareersHanover Region

The Coordination Office for Women and Careers Celebrates Its 30th Anniversary

Last year alone, 900 women participated in events and 300 received individual counseling.
 
Drei Frauen vor einer rosa Wand. © Andrea Seifert
DiversityHanover Region

“ZUKUNFT braucht VIELFALT” Award Presented for the Third Time

Exemplary companies from the region honored during the Seh-Fest
 
Mehrere Personen freuen sich und halten insgesamt drei Awards in der Hand. © Franz Fender
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Foundinghannoverimpuls

The Carp’s Den 2026: Innovative Ideas on the Hook

On August 4, it was that time again: Six teams of founders presented their startups at this year’s edition of “The Carp’s Den” as part of the Maschsee Festival. The pitch competition for the Golden …
 

The Economic Development Agents

Logo „Region Hannover": blaues Punkt-Muster in Kreuzform links, schwarzer Schriftzug „Region Hannover" rechts.
Logo mit schwarzem Schriftzug „hannover" und weißem Text „impuls" in rotem Kreis.
Weißes Logo mit dem Schriftzug „Hannover" in Schwarz, flankiert von zwei roten geschwungenen Flächen.

Welcome to the Economic Development Agency

Accounting for more than one-fifth of the state’s economic output, the Hanover economic region is the key driver of innovation and growth in Lower Saxony. The goal of the Economic Development Agency is to develop the Hanover economic region and shape it for the future. We are committed to creating business-friendly conditions and promoting the competitiveness of local companies.

On the joint portal of the economic development agencies of the State Capital and the Hanover Region, as well as their investment company, hannoverimpuls GmbH, you’ll find consulting and project offerings tailored to all business needs and situations.

Get in touch with us!

Business News

News from the Business World

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News
Impact Day Hildesheim
How does a good idea become a viable business model? And how can entrepreneurship help

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News
Ensuring Medications Reach Premature Infants: InhalPlus Receives 500,000 Euro Investment
For premature infants who require respiratory support, only a small portion of an inhaled medication often reaches the lungs. The Hanover-based startup InhalPlus has developed a system designed to change exactly that and has secured its first external investor: NBank Capital, the investment arm of the state-owned development bank NBank, is investing 500,000 euros in InhalPlus GmbH. InhalPlus received support from hannoverimpuls early on in its journey. The startup was one of the first teams to participate in the Future Health Lab, an innovation program designed to specifically support startups and new ideas in the development and market launch of new healthcare solutions.

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Hanover Region
Viele Personen im offenen Büroraum während ein Mann präsentiert©Tobias Wölki
Press Release
techfactory Hannover: First Home on Hüttenstraße – “The Start of Something Really Big”
Representatives from business and politics praise the new pop-up office space for young startups

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Hannover Region
Menschenmenge beim Konzert vor einer Bühne, Sänger auf der Bühne©Kevin Münkel
Press Release
SHIFT NOW – Your Future Festival: From Festival to Career
A roadshow through Lower Saxony, a festival day in Hanover, and successful support on the path to vocational training, college, and a career.

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State Capital HanoverHanover Region
Gebäude an einer Straße mit Bäumen davor und moderner Holzverkleidung©Herzog & de Meuron
Press Release
Real Estate Market Report 2026:
First Signs of a Region-Wide Recovery
The annual analysis of the real estate landscape is now online. Discover the trends, figures, and insights shaping the market.

Read the press release

hannoverimpuls
©Anne Marie Bartoli PHOTOGRAPHY
News
500,000 Euro Investment, New Jobs, New Companies: What 18 Female Founders in Lower Saxony Are Building Right Now
From female health to medtech to cybersecurity: After a year and a half of FemStartup mentoring, 18 female founders show how ideas turn into business models, teams, and the next steps toward growth.

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Hanover Region
Weißer Großbuchstabe „V" auf quadratischem Hintergrund mit Farbverlauf von Pink/Lila zu Türkis.
News
Project by voraus robotik GmbH Nominated for the Lower Saxony Innovation Award
voraus robotik GmbH: The Agentic Factory—AI agents for autonomous self-optimization in production—has been

nominated

for the Lower Saxony Innovation Award.

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hannoverimpuls
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News
UNLEASH meets KnowledgeMove Delights Around 1,100 Guests in Hannover
Eight stages, numerous keynotes, panels, pitches, and workshops: At the UNLEASH Startup Convention meets KnowledgeMove on September 9, the ASTOR Grand Cinema Hannover became a meeting place for startups, companies, academia, female investors, and decision-makers from business and politics.

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Hanover Region
Baustellenbild mit Fassade des OPTICUM im Wissenschaftspark Hannover-Marienwerder©Olaf Mahlstedt
News
Commercial Real Estate Market Report 2025: Slight Recovery in Sight
Market conditions remain tight, supply has risen slightly

The supply of commercial real estate in the Hanover Region has risen for the second consecutive year—from 651 hectares in 2024 to 682 hectares in 2025. Over the past ten years, however, the total supply has fallen by 20 percent. This is shown by the Hanover Region’s latest Commercial Real Estate Monitoring report.

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hannoverimpuls
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News
20 Million Euros for INLEAP Photonics: DeepTech Company from Hanover Scales Up
From “Startup-Impuls” winner to European growth company: The Hanover-based DeepTech company INLEAP Photonics has closed a seed financing round totaling approximately 20 million euros. The team plans to use the capital to transition its laser-based drone defense system to mass production and significantly expand its market presence in Germany and Europe.

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Hanover Region
Neun Personen in einem Klassenraum©Region Hannover
Press Release
Double the Impact with “Training Mentors” and “Startklar”
More individualized support for students, expansion to include six schools

Read the press release

hannoverimpuls
©hannoverimpuls GmbH
News
Early Detection and Better Treatment of Postpartum Depression: Hannover Aims to Become a Model Region
Women receive close medical care during pregnancy and after childbirth. Nevertheless, postpartum depression can go undetected for a long time—and even when it is recognized, those affected often face the difficult task of finding the right kind of help. 

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Events

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Hanover Region

Workshop: Communication as a Key to Success—Conducting Motivating Employee Reviews

Event Series
In this workshop, you’ll learn how to conduct employee reviews clearly and motivatingly, provide constructive feedback, and foster a culture of open communication—for engaged and satisfied teams.
When?
October 29, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where?
House of Economic Development, Vahrenwalder Straße 7, 30165 Hanover
hannoverimpuls

Masterclass for Female Founders: A Marketing Strategy That Fits You and Your Business

WOMEN SPECIALAs a female founder or (new) entrepreneur, would you like to showcase your offerings in a way that feels authentic and aligns with your values? Social media, newsletters, blogs—the possibilities are endless. But not every strategy...
When?
October 29, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
State Capital of Hanover

Downtown Consultation Hour

Downtown Consultation Hour – October
Your Ideas for HanoverEvent Series
What should Hannover’s downtown look like in the future? Join us and share your ideas for the downtown area.
When?
October 29, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Where?
digital.KIOSK, Röselerstrasse 2, 30159 Hanover
hannoverimpuls

Starting a Business Without Filters (WOMEN SPECIAL)

Event Series
A personal space for you and other female founders, full of honest insights, exciting ideas, and genuine connections.  
When?
October 30, 2026, from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Hanover Region

Securing Valuable Experience: Retaining Older Employees in the Workplace

Too old? Not a chance. Why being 50+ is a competitive advantage
“Experience in Transition” Online Workshop SeriesEvent Series
To preserve experiential knowledge, companies need early-stage strategies to retain employees aged 50+ in the long term and pass on their knowledge before it is lost when they retire. Topics such as knowledge transfer, employee retention, and ...
When?
November 3, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
hannoverimpuls

Open Consultation Hour for Founders

At the Economic Development Center or onlineDear founders, the Start-up & Entrepreneurship Team welcomes you to a brief, personalized consultation every Tuesday from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.—free of charge. The open consultation session takes place in a hybrid format. You can...
When?
November 3, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where?
Economic Development Center, Vahrenwalder Straße 7, 30165 Hannover
hannoverimpuls

FemMatch Hannover: Find Your Match for the Next Step

Women’s SpecialWhat are you looking for as your next step? And what advice can you offer another female entrepreneur? Sometimes a conversation brings a new perspective. Sometimes skills come together that are a perfect fit. And sometimes that leads to...
When?
November 3, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Hanover Region

Workshop Series: Introduction to Information Security with the ISMS Workshop

Day 1
Event Series
Are you already using AI systems but don’t yet have a strategy to protect company-specific information? Then sign up for the free two-day “ISMS Workshop.”
When?
November 5, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Hanover Region

Successful Conflict Resolution: Strategies and Resources for SMEs

The Origins and Management of Conflict: Added Value for Businesses
Event Series
The workshop series “Successful Conflict Resolution: Strategies and Resources for SMEs” is being held in cooperation with the Federal Association for Mediation in Business and the Workplace (Bundesverband Mediation in Wirtschaft und Arbeitswelt e.V.) and the Federal Association for Mediation (Bundesverband MEDIATION e.V.) free of charge for SMEs from the region...
When?
November 5, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Where?
House of Economic Development, Vahrenwalder Straße 7, 30165 Hanover
hannoverimpuls

Leanlab 2026

Friday: Ideas & Team Building
Hanover’s Startup BootcampEvent Series
From Idea to Business Model in 48 Hours  
When?
November 6, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Where?
Conti Tower, 14th Floor, Königsworther Platz 1, 30159 Hanover
hannoverimpuls

Leanlab 2026

Saturday: Concept Development & Coaching
Hannover's Startup BootcampEvent Series
From Idea to Business Model in 48 Hours  
When?
November 7, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where?
Conti Tower, 14th Floor, Königsworther Platz 1, 30159 Hanover
hannoverimpuls

Leanlab 2026

Sunday: Final pitches
Hanover Startup BootcampEvent Series
From Idea to Business Model in 48 Hours  
When?
November 8, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where?
Conti Tower, 14th Floor, Königsworther Platz 1, 30159 Hanover
hannoverimpuls

Startup Evening in Hanover

Event Series
Are you thinking about starting your own business and already have a business idea in mind? But a series of unanswered questions is running through your head, and you’re not quite sure where to start? In short: you’re missing the big picture...
When?
November 9, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where?
House of Economic Development, Vahrenwalder Straße 7, 30165 Hanover
Hanover Region

Successful Conflict Resolution: Strategies and Resources for SMEs

Conflict Communication in the Workplace
Event Series
The workshop series “Successful Conflict Resolution: Strategies and Resources for SMEs” is being held in cooperation with the Federal Association for Mediation in Business and the Workplace (Bundesverband Mediation in Wirtschaft und Arbeitswelt e.V.) and the Federal Association for Mediation (Bundesverband MEDIATION e.V.) free of charge for SMEs from the region...
When?
November 10, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Where?
House of Economic Development, Vahrenwalder Straße 7, 30165 Hanover
Hanover Region

Recruiting Skilled Workers from Abroad with Government Support

This online information session will show you how to recruit skilled workers from abroad with government support and what you should keep in mind.
When?
November 10, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

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Hanover Region

Successfully Implementing AI: New Approaches at Germerott Interior Construction

October 28, 2026- Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the world of work. But how can a company get started with AI when resources are limited? Germerott Innenausbau GmbH, in collaboration with KI.WI—the AI network of the Hannover economic region—has systematically...
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