The strength of a diversified economy
Lyon, France’s 2nd largest city after Paris with a population of 1,416 million in Greater Lyon, remains France’s N°2 economic hub and has many advantages that make it a real economic power.
Last updated date : 22/01/2024
The city currently has one of the highest GDPs in Europe and a trade surplus, due to its dynamic and diversified industrial network.
Lyon supports innovation and excellence by funding research in the context of "competitiveness clusters". These clusters bring together businesses, training centres and research units in a partnership approach to develop innovative joint projects with an international dimension.
Lyon's main stand-out features:
- 8 competitiveness clusters have extended their certifications for a further five years: Axelera (chemical and environmental sectors), CARA (mobility), Lyonbiopôle (health), Techtera (textiles), Tenerrdis (energy transition), Minalogic (digital technologies), CIMES (digital simulation) and Polymeris (micro and nano-structuring of polymers).
- 3 hot spots (sites dedicated to the convergence of industry and education/ research): Gerland Biopole (Health), Lyon Bioparc (biotechnology, health), Vaise Pôle Numérique (ICTs, digital entertainment).
- The installation of leading international companies: Sanofi Pasteur, Biomérieux, April, GL events, Renault Trucks, Arkema, Cegid, Electronics Arts, Adecco, Rhodia, Seb, etc.
- Unique business drive with over 10,000 companies created each year.
- European-level scientific research potential, with 550 laboratories and more than 13,000 research personnel.
