Competitiveness

This section feature research, opinion and progress reports on how the Czech Republic compares to other EU countries economically. It includes analysis of international rankings such as the WEF and World Bank.

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20th October 2016 / Competitiveness / Energy and Environment

Joint position paper by AEL, AmCham EU, APRA, DIGITALEUROPE and SEMI: Enabling the Circular Economy: Ensuring a free flow for products for repair, remanufacturing and refurbishment

The associations supporting this position paper represent industries with strong business models in the circular economy: repair, remanufacturing and refurbishment. The medical devices refurbishment business alone is worth nearly €500 million p.a., the IT-Remanufacturing market in the EU generated revenues of about 6.9 billion $ in 2012.

18th October 2016 / Competitiveness / Technology, R&D and Innovation

Startus: The Complete Brno Startup City Guide | Deloitte Technology Fast 50 (updated)

Brno is a place to start a hi-tech business. Because of its success in attracting new businesses, a limited workforce is available but representatives are aware of disadvantages and are actively working to improve them. Advantages and challenges to be considered by potential startup founders.

18th October 2016 / Competitiveness / Transport, Infrastructure and Tourism

TOL.org: Prague’s Festival of Lights

Hundreds of thousands of attendees wandered through the Prague city center to admire 22 spectacular sites put on by artists from all over the world.