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REGIONAL INVESTMENT | AUCKLAND 1 Auckland Auckland is recognised for its food and beverage sector, high-value manufacturing, and as a centre for New Zealand’s developing ICT industry. The region is New Zealand’s largest and most populous, with 35 percent of the country’s economy. Auckland is a global centre for trade and investment. Auckland is investing in infrastructure to accelerate its productivity. Its innovative, high-tech industries make it an attractive investment location. Regional Highlights Global food High-value Innovative and dynamic Internationally manufacturing manufacturing hub ICT service sector rated city powerhouse Areas of Opportunity Dynamic ICT sector Auckland offers attractive opportunities to invest Auckland in its growing ICT and services sector and to take advantage of shared time zones with international markets. Many global ICT companies are choosing Auckland to service the Asia Pacific region. Food manufacturing powerhouse Auckland is home to food and beverage manufacturers’ head offices. The sector is well supported by national food technology institutions and a modern food pilot production facility. Investment will be required to meet increasing global demand. High-value manufacturing hub Auckland is an attractive investment proposition for high-value manufacturers specialising in knowledge- intensive, low-volume production. It has a ready supply of innovative workers, high quality engineering research and access to advanced materials. 2 REGIONAL INVESTMENT | AUCKLAND Powerful Economic Engine Key attributes of the region Auckland has the heaviest concentration of the nation’s financial services and manufacturing bus