Valmiera City

Valmiera has merged with the surrounding territories to form the fourth largest municipality in Latvia. Valmiera has a long tradition of manufacturing. Valmiera is an industrial and manufacturing city - the business centre of Vidzeme, as most of Vidzeme's largest companies are located here. Since the middle of the 20th century, Valmiera has been home to the largest manufacturing and trading companies in the Vidzeme region and the country, which are well-known beyond the country's borders. Valmiera's companies are the biggest employers in the region, employing not only people from the city, but also from the region. Valmiera is the second largest city in Latvia in terms of per capita production and exports, twice the Latvian average. Valmiera is a growing and development-oriented centre of knowledge, talent and business. Valmiera Region is committed to further promoting business development and creating a dynamic environment. Valmiera's goal is to attract talent and attracting foreign direct investment will help achieve this. Strong businesses, a favourable business environment, a consistent support system and close cooperation between entrepreneurs, educational institutions and the municipality will help achieve this goal. Valmiera will continue to invest in people, infrastructure, new territories, healthcare, sport, culture and quality of life. It will continue to offer an excellent support system, making entrepreneurs and investors feel welcome in Valmiera