Branches of industry in the Altmark

Although the Altmark is not known as a large industrial region, you will find a variety of branches of industry and industrial areas here too. From food production to suppliers to the automotive industry.

The number of large industrial enterprises in the region is quite low, with small and medium-sized businesses traditionally being dominating the trades and agricultural sectors. In connection with this, you can also find various companies in the food industry in the Altmark, such as dairy plants, cheese dairies or meat processing. Forestry, wood processing and paper production also have a long history in the region. There are also various highly specialised industrial companies, which are mainly to be found in the automotive supply industry.