Not many people could name a manufacturer of metrology and testing equipment, but without their products we would not have space probes, aircraft or medical equipment. And Bremen is home to a whole host of these specialist companies.

Becks and Melitta may be high-profile brands, but international food and beverage companies also manufacture lots of other products in Bremen and Bremerhaven. Here are twelve examples.

Bremen is a pioneer in wind energy. Around 80 companies have set up operations here, covering the entire value chain – from planning and financing to manufacturing and services. We showcase ten businesses that illustrate just how strong the wind energy sector is in Bremen.

How does someone from a small village in Poland end up working on human spaceflight in Bremen? Dr. Anna Chrobry shares her journey through science, passion, and perseverance—and explains why she proudly calls herself a "space girl."

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