Why Ostrava and Moravian-Silesian Region?
Moravian-Silesian Region is capitalising on its industrial history and is undergoing a transformation towards an economy built on technical knowledge. The capital of MSR – Ostrava – is the industrial, administrative, commercial and educational heart of the 2nd largest urban agglomeration after Prague in the Czech Republic.
Those are key factors for your business:
- A strategic location near the Polish and Slovak borders, offering excellent transport infrastructure including an international airport.
- 2nd largest agglomeration with more than 5 million people in 100 km radius.
- Excellent credit rating. The City of Ostrava was awarded an Aa3 rating (stable) and Moravian-Silesian Region A1 rating (stable) by Moody’s in June 2025.
- 5 universities (27 000 university students), 5+ foreign-language schools and foreigner-friendly schools – a well-educated, trained and highly flexible workforce.
- An excellent business environment has attracted major foreign investors to Ostrava and the region:
- A strong infrastructure for research, development and innovation – National Supercomputing Centre, 250+ companies with in-house R&D centres.
- A high quality of life with great opportunities for culture and sport.
- Business in Ostrava by ABSL
- Invest MORE – Introduction of investment environment by MSiD
- BSS in Ostrava by MSiD
Ostrava: The Startup Hub
Ostrava and the Moravian-Silesian Region represent a premier choice for deep-tech and B2B startups. The region provides a secure environment for project development combined with exceptional capital efficiency.
Key advantages for your business:
- High Capital Efficiency: Benefit from significantly lower operating costs for office space, services, and recruitment, alongside affordable housing for your entire team.
- Cutting-Edge Infrastructure: Gain access to the most powerful supercomputer and the only quantum computer in the Czech Republic, supported by top-tier AI development capacities.
- Steady Talent Pipeline: Secure a qualified workforce through five major local universities.
- Industrial Testbed: Rapidly prototype and test your products within a robust local industrial environment.
- Strategic Gateway: Located near the Polish and Slovak borders, Ostrava offers effortless access to expansive European markets.
Relocating or establishing a branch in Ostrava is fast and effective. Our ecosystem is designed to minimize risk and accelerate your time-to-market:
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Ostrava Expat Centre: Ensures a smooth “soft landing” for your team and helps them adapt to their new environment quickly.
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Moravian-Silesian Innovation Centre (MSIC): Your primary business partner—helping you secure funding from transformation funds and connecting you with your first B2B customers.
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MSID & Innovate Moravia: Through the Invest Northeast Czechia platform, these agencies provide a comprehensive service suite for investors and high-growth companies.
Moravian-Silesian Region has created an ecosystem of supporting agencies.
We Will Support You
- If you want to boost your business or seek some advice from successful entrepreneurs, leaders, investors or researchers, Moravian-Silesian Innovation Centre (MSiC) will introduce you to such communities.
- If you look for business real estate, want to learn about the investment environment or participate in regional development projects, get in touch with Moravian-Silesian Investment and Development (MSiD).
- If you seek cooperation with schools or inspiration for retraining programmes in your company, Moravian-Silesian Employment Pact (MSPAKT) will give you a hand with that.
- If you seek comprehensive support of your startup, business or investment (including investment incentives), the national agency CzechInvest is right for you.
- The Regional Chamber of Commerce of the Moravian-Silesian Region
- Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) information advisory network – promotion abroad, with finding contacts for potential foreign business partners or with participation in business missions abroad
Ostrava is immensely striving to provide a base for new technologies and the development of modern technological procedures, supported by research and development. Thanks to 5 large traditional universities with 27,000 students, the region offers an educated workforce, in addition to excellent science and research facilities.
- IT4Innovations – National Supercomputing Centre
- VSB – Technical University of Ostrava – 8 research centres (Energy and Environmental Technology Centre, Nanotechnology Centre, etc.)
- University of Ostrava
- Primecell – 4Medical Innovations – Technologically advanced biomedical centre
Ostrava – a mistress that takes care of your needs.
We Will Connect You
- If you want to benefit from a fully equipped office, a business incubator, internet café and inspirational programme for professionals and the general public, head to Impact Hub Ostrava.
- If you think of starting your own business or if you look for expansion or new partnerships, different communities as a part of Podnikavý region (“Enterprising Region”) will serve your needs.
- If you are interested in the field of research, development, applications, education and popularization of innovative technologies, become a member of the shared development centre Idea Hub.
- Impact Hub Ostrava – The workspace that combines the benefits of a fully equipped office, internet café and a business incubator.
- Refill & MAPPA – Refill office offering unused buildings and spaces for temporary use. The service is free of charge. Refill is now part of the City Spatial Planning and Architecture Studio.
- Fajna Dílna – First public craft incubator in Ostrava, which offers its members great space and technical facilities for the implementation of craft ideas and large projects.
- Hnízdo Ostrava – coworking, studio, podcast.
- Clubco Ostrava – coworking, offices, meeting room and event space.
- Scott.Weber Workspace – cowork in Ostrava.
- LoveCoWork – Coworking centre in Opava. A place to meet inspiring people.
- Co working v Těšíně – Coworking space in Český Těšín.
- Business Gate Cowork – Coworking centre in Karviná.
- Convention Ostrava – Will choose the perfect location for your conference, team building, festival, and more.
- Land in Ostrava – The City of Ostrava is offering attractive development sites in the heart of the city.