Made for Germany Initiative Gains Momentum with 44 New Companies
The 'Made for Germany' initiative has seen a significant boost in support, with 44 news companies joining since July. This brings the total number of participants to 105, as confirmed by publicly available sources as of September 30, 2025. The identities of these news members, however, have not been officially disclosed.
The initiative, launched earlier this year, aims to invest a substantial amount in Germany by 2028. These investments, totalling around 735 billion euros, will be channelled into capital investments, research and development expenses, and commitments from international investors. The initiative is open to both international medium-sized companies and startups, demonstrating its broad appeal.
Chancellor Friedrich Merz has praised the initiative, describing it as one of the largest investment initiatives in recent decades. The addition of 44 news companies since its launch in July underscores the growing interest and confidence in the German market.
With 105 companies now on board, the 'Made for Germany' initiative continues to gain momentum. The planned investments, totalling 735 billion euros by 2028, are expected to significantly boost the German economy. The initiative's success highlights the country's attractiveness as a destination for international investment.
