Guide to Investment: Sverdlovsk Region, Industrial and Manufacturing Special Economic Zone

The Urals is one of Russia’s most favourable regions for investment. It has a large industrial base,  located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia.

The Sverdlovsk Region is rich in natural resources and has strong, diversified manufacturing and industrial sectors, great intellectual potential and a skilled labour force.

The region’s stable economic growth is making it increasingly attractive for many Russian and foreign investors, allowing them to operate successfully in such industries as metallurgy and heavy manufacturing.

In line with Russia’s efforts to increase foreign investment, a number of special economic zones (SEZ) have been established across the country over the last several years. On 16 December 2010, the Russian Government established an industrial SEZ in the Sverdlovsk Region, which should help bolster the national and regional economy by providing favourable tax, administrative and business conditions for potential investors in industrial production projects.

This overview of the projects, investment policy and opportunities available in the Sverdlovsk Region is intended to serve as an aid to investors looking to expand their operations in the heart of Russia.

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