Networks & Institutions

Westphalian University - Bocholt Campus

The Bocholt campus is dominated by technical-economic and natural science subjects. Many local companies are already taking advantage of the practical orientation of the university through existing cooperations or joint (research) projects. These are a great advantage of the location, especially for the students' later career entry.

Münsterland e.V. - Association for the Promotion of Münsterland

As one of the strongest branded regional management organisations in Germany, the Münsterland e.V. promotes culture, tourism and the economy in the Münsterland.

The Wirtschaftsförderungsgesellschaft für den Kreis Borken mbH pursues the goal of improving the economic situation in the district of Borken and its municipalities and having a positive effect on the regional labour market situation.

The EUREGIO in Gronau promotes cooperation between the Netherlands and Germany in order to increase economic power and quality of life and improve the integration of the border region.

Digital.hub Münsterland - the largest community for digital business models in Münsterland

The community brings together companies, science, institutions, associations and start-ups. The focus is on driving forward innovative digital business models.

An offshoot, a so-called hub satellite, has been located in the ETAGE3 coworking space in Bocholt since 2023.

The employers' association group represents the interests of employers and is an expert in the fields of labour and social law, labour economics and much more.

The AIW Unternehmensverband - Aktive Unternehmen im Westmünsterland e.V. - is the regional network platform for entrepreneurs and promotes the exchange of ideas and experiences from different sectors and company sizes.

The IHK Nord Westfalen is the regionally organised Chamber of Industry and Commerce for the Bocholt location. Its remit includes the promotion of economic development. They are committed to business-friendly policies and good local conditions.

The Borken District Craftsmen's Association is the regional point of contact for companies and employees in the skilled trades sector. The service includes legal advice/representation or help with the search for training or professional integration.