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SKW Piesteritz in Saxony-Anhalt has been the focus of state, federal, and European politics for months. There is much more to it than just fertilizer production.

Investment Freeze? The Chemical Industry in Eastern Germany Is Struggling with Its Location

The chemical industry supplies essential products for everyday life. However, many companies in eastern Germany are becoming increasingly critical of Germany as a business location—with consequences for their investment plans. | more

Can autonomous driving become a driver of structural change?

Germany has fallen behind in the electric car sector. Now, with the advent of autonomous driving, the next major shift is underway. Saxony aims to take a leading role in this development. | more

PUMA und ONLY & SONS: Zwei neue Stores in den Marken Outlets Schwarzheide

PUMA und ONLY & SONS eröffnen in den Marken Outlets Schwarzheide neue Stores. Zur Feier gibt es Late-Night-Shopping bis 21 Uhr am 31. Juli und 7. August. | more

Blume Wants to Finalize VW's Cost-Cutting Plan by the End of the Year

VW CEO Blume is counting on a decision regarding the cost-cutting package to be made before the end of 2026. However, there is significant resistance on the supervisory board. | more

First Appearance Since the Supervisory Board Meeting: VW Reports Half-Year Results

New cost-cutting plans are dampening morale at VW. Now CEO Blume and CFO Antlitz are taking stock of the first half of the year. What does this mean for jobs and locations? | more

Saxony is the state with the lowest car density relative to its area

At the start of the year, 49.5 million passenger cars were registered in Germany—a new record. Saxony also saw an increase, but the state lags behind the national figures. | more

Warum Führung ohne die richtige Haltung nicht gelingen kann

Die meisten Führungskräfte wissen, was gute Führung ausmacht. Sie kennen Kommunikationstechniken, besuchen Seminare und haben zahlreiche Managementbücher gelesen. Und doch geraten viele im Alltag immer wieder in Situationen, die sie verunsichern: schwierige Mitarbeitergespräche, Konflikte im Team, weitreichende Entscheidungen oder der Spagat zwischen wirtschaftlichem Druck und menschlicher Verantwortung. | more

Price Cap in the Czech Republic Ends — Gasoline Remains Cheaper

German drivers are hardly noticing that the price cap has been lifted. Many still feel it’s worth driving to a gas station in a neighboring country. | more

Fuel Price Cap Expires in the Czech Republic

In the Czech Republic, government-set price caps on gasoline and diesel at gas stations are already a thing of the past. What does this mean for bargain hunters from Germany? | more

DIE SACHSEN NEWSletter abonnieren

Gute Nachrichten tun gut. In unserem freitäglichen Good Newsletter bündeln wir die Geschichten, die Mut machen, inspirieren und zeigen, was in Sachsen vorangeht. Jetzt abonnieren und positive Nachrichten direkt ins Postfach bekommen. | more

Deleting Online Reviews: What Are the Stars Worth?

For the past few weeks, consumers have been seeing a note on Google reviews indicating whether any reviews have been deleted and, if so, how many. What's the story behind this? | more

Works Council Summons VW CEO to Address the Workforce After the Summer Break

VW employees fear for 50,000 jobs—the works council is demanding clarity: By the end of August, CEO Blume must address the workforce at several meetings. | more

Ohne sie steht alles still – jetzt holen wir Sachsens Alltagshelden auf die große Bühne

In jedem Verein, in jeder Straße, in jedem Treppenhaus gibt es diesen einen Menschen, der einfach da ist – ohne Bezahlung, ohne Applaus, oft ohne ein einziges Dankeschön. DIE SACHSEN NEWS startet eine neue Serie und sucht genau diese Menschen: Sachsens Alltagshelden. Und die Chancen stehen gut, dass Sie selbst schon eine oder einen kennen. | more

Panter: Raise Tariffs on Chinese Investment in Zwickau

Saxony's Minister of Economic Affairs wants to save the VW plant in Zwickau by imposing higher tariffs on Chinese electric cars. Here's how that's supposed to work. | more

Nearly one in five newly registered cars is electric

In Saxony, nearly one in five new cars is an electric vehicle. How does the Free State compare to the rest of Germany in this regard? | more

Bestickte Windel oder Windeltorte? Dresdnerin fertigt individuelle Geschenke zur Geburt

In Dresden-Pieschen fertigt Andrea Rehn im Zentralwerk personalisierte Geschenke für frischgebackene Eltern und deren Familien. Besonders gefragt sind bestickte Windeln mit Geburtsdaten sowie kreative Windeltorten – und das nicht nur online, sondern auch deutschlandweit über DM-Märkte. Jetzt gibt es 10 Prozent Rabatt im Shop. | more

Merz: Entry of Chinese automakers is only a “stopgap measure”

German automakers are in crisis; at VW in particular, there is a struggle over an austerity package. Are new approaches possible? | more

VW Crisis: IG Metall Goes on the Offensive

Anger, frustration, and calls for protest: IG Metall intends to do everything in its power to prevent the closure of the VW plant in Zwickau. | more

Zahnarzt in Budapest: Behandlung bis zu 70 % günstiger als in Deutschland

Zahnbehandlungen können in Deutschland schnell zur finanziellen Belastung werden. Besonders bei Implantaten, Kronen, Brücken oder umfangreichem Zahnersatz liegen die Kosten häufig im vierstelligen Bereich. Viele Patienten stehen dann vor einer schwierigen Entscheidung: Behandlung durchführen lassen und hohe Eigenanteile zahlen – oder den Eingriff aufschieben, obwohl er medizinisch sinnvoll wäre. | more

SPD Levels Sharp Criticism at VW Leadership

More than 100,000 people could be affected if the VW plant in Zwickau were to close. Why the SPD is warning that this would send a “disastrous signal” for Germany as a business location. | more

Kretschmer Holds VW Responsible for the Zwickau Plant

Trust Instead of Austerity: Kretschmer Calls on VW to Make Clear Commitments to Zwickau—and Warns of a Massive Loss of Credibility Among Employees and Consumers. | more

PUMA und ONLY & SONS: Zwei neue Stores in den Marken Outlets Schwarzheide

PUMA und ONLY & SONS eröffnen in den Marken Outlets Schwarzheide neue Stores. Zur Feier gibt es Late-Night-Shopping bis 21 Uhr am 31. Juli und 7. August. | more

Even Without VW: Körber Sees a Future for Auto Manufacturing in Zwickau

The debate over the VW plant is sparking new reactions from politicians. Carsten Körber, a member of the Bundestag from Zwickau, is committed to preserving the plant—while also looking beyond it. | more

Employees on the VW plant: “Everything really depends on this”

Employees at the VW plant in Zwickau are concerned about possible closure plans. For many, their own futures and those of their families are at stake. | more

Warum Führung ohne die richtige Haltung nicht gelingen kann

Die meisten Führungskräfte wissen, was gute Führung ausmacht. Sie kennen Kommunikationstechniken, besuchen Seminare und haben zahlreiche Managementbücher gelesen. Und doch geraten viele im Alltag immer wieder in Situationen, die sie verunsichern: schwierige Mitarbeitergespräche, Konflikte im Team, weitreichende Entscheidungen oder der Spagat zwischen wirtschaftlichem Druck und menschlicher Verantwortung. | more

Unrest at VW in Saxony – IG Metall Takes a Stand

"Tensions are running high": Amid speculation surrounding the VW plant in Zwickau, mistrust is growing—and state politicians are standing behind the workers. | more

VW Zwickau: Employees Protest Against Plans to Close the Plant

Hundreds of workers in Zwickau are demonstrating against possible plant closures. IG Metall has announced it will resist the closures and is calling for the preservation of jobs. | more

DIE SACHSEN NEWSletter abonnieren

Gute Nachrichten tun gut. In unserem freitäglichen Good Newsletter bündeln wir die Geschichten, die Mut machen, inspirieren und zeigen, was in Sachsen vorangeht. Jetzt abonnieren und positive Nachrichten direkt ins Postfach bekommen. | more

CDU Politician: Mass Layoffs at VW Affect All of Saxony

VW plans cuts at its Zwickau plant—with consequences for many suppliers in Saxony. Politicians and IG Metall are sounding the alarm over impending job losses. | more

Textile waste: Startup develops new materials from wool waste

The sweater or jacket has been cut to size. But what happens to the leftover fabric? The textile industry generates many metric tons of these scraps every year. Two female entrepreneurs from Leipzig have an idea for a better solution. They received support from Chemnitz University of Technology. | more

Ohne sie steht alles still – jetzt holen wir Sachsens Alltagshelden auf die große Bühne

In jedem Verein, in jeder Straße, in jedem Treppenhaus gibt es diesen einen Menschen, der einfach da ist – ohne Bezahlung, ohne Applaus, oft ohne ein einziges Dankeschön. DIE SACHSEN NEWS startet eine neue Serie und sucht genau diese Menschen: Sachsens Alltagshelden. Und die Chancen stehen gut, dass Sie selbst schon eine oder einen kennen. | more

Commissioner for Eastern Germany Warns VW Against Mass Layoffs in Eastern Germany

Kaiser, the Commissioner for Eastern Germany, is calling on Volkswagen to provide a clear vision for Zwickau—and is warning of dire consequences for the East German automotive industry. | more

Action Day and the Supervisory Board—that's what today is all about at VW

VW is looking to cut costs again; the supervisory board is meeting today to discuss possible plant closures and job cuts. IG Metall is responding with protests at all of the company's locations. What's in store for Wolfsburg? | more

Bestickte Windel oder Windeltorte? Dresdnerin fertigt individuelle Geschenke zur Geburt

In Dresden-Pieschen fertigt Andrea Rehn im Zentralwerk personalisierte Geschenke für frischgebackene Eltern und deren Familien. Besonders gefragt sind bestickte Windeln mit Geburtsdaten sowie kreative Windeltorten – und das nicht nur online, sondern auch deutschlandweit über DM-Märkte. Jetzt gibt es 10 Prozent Rabatt im Shop. | more

What the Porsche CEO and Works Council Chair Have to Say About the Cost-Cutting Measures

The crisis at Porsche is forcing the sports car manufacturer to make cuts: Behind the scenes, a second round of cost-cutting measures is currently being debated. Thousands of jobs are at stake. What is the current situation? | more

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