Support for your business

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.

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.

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.

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.