Šiauliai FEZ
Free Economic Zone
Šiauliai region
Historic home of high-end manufacturing solutions
Key facts
1
Region’s key competencies in furniture production and textiles have been able to form a cluster which now services the renowned worldwide brand IKEA.
2
With its long history in television production and technical manufacturing, Šiauliai has adapted its competencies to supply products across a number of industries such as heating and ventilation equipment.
3
The newly established 218 ha. Šiauliai Free Economic Zone offers a fast and cost competitive solution for companies wishing to establish new manufacturing operations abroad.
4
The region contributes 7.2% to GDP, making it the 4th largest contributor to the Lithuanian economy.
Industrial competences
Mechanical and electrical engineering
Electric and regular bicycle production, HVAC and retail equipment, metal components. Electrical distribution equipment, and household appliances.
Furniture
Soft furniture, wooden furniture, mattresses.
Construction materials
Cement, roofing sheets and tiles, facade/interior boards and panels, and fiber-reinforced composite.
Textile, leather and sewing
Bedding, clothing and footwear, and fishing nets.
Labour pool
125,900
Labour pool
8%
Unemployment rate
709 Eur/month
Region average gross salary
Infrastructure
