City of Murska Sobota

City of Murska Sobota
City to invest in!
Prepared by Mojca Breščak, MSc
June 2013
Short introduction of the investment possibilities and opportunities in the city of Murska Sobota.
Murska Sobota
In the heart of North East Slovenia, on a wide plain covered with colourful, cultivated fields, flowerrich meadows and lazy watercourses, is the town of Murska Sobota. It is surrounded by the hills of
the Goričko Nature Park and thermal spas, strewn with forests, orchards and vineyards and traversed
by the idyllic river Mura. Murska Sobota is the regional centre where rich tradition and colourful
history meet modern town life and a lively cultural scene. A beautiful landscape provides both a
healthy environment and a great place to live.
Murska Sobota is the centre of the northernmost Slovenian municipality with the population of
twenty thousand people, linking the town of Murska Sobota with its neighbouring villages (Bakovci,
Černelavci, Krog, Kupšinci, Markišavci, Nemčavci, Polana, Pušča, Rakičan, Stahovci, Veščica). As a
town it was first mentioned in 1366. From the Middle Ages on it had been the centre of various
administrative and judicial functions. Its status of the centre of Pomurje, of the region which links the
Slovenian Pannonian space on both banks of the Mura River, i.e. the historical region of Prekmurje
on the left bank and the historical region of Styria and Prlekija on the right bank, has now days been
confirmed by courts, health care facilities, schools, cultural institutions, businesses, banks and
shopping malls.
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Location
Murska Sobota is situated in the central part of the Prekmurje flatland, along the Ledava River. Due
to its abundance of water and easy access the town has always been very suitable for colonization.
The first road, running from Leibnitz, Austria, past Murska Sobota and towards Dolga vas, originates
from ancient Roman times. The medieval progress of town has been marked by the roads linking
German countries with Hungary. Nowadays the town is located on the important motorway route
Lisbon–Kiew. The town's first railway link was established in 1907 with Budapest, followed by a link
with Ljubljana in 1924. There are five European capital cities which are more or less equally distant
from Murska Sobota (Ljubljana, Slovenia; Vienna, Austria; Bratislava, Slovak Republik; Budapest,
Hungary; Zagreb, Croatia).
Source: MOMS, 2006
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Thinking of investing?
With strengths in Food-processing Industry, Creative Industries, Construction, as well as Advanced
Manufacturing, Murska Sobota is a versatile business location.
120.000 people living in the Region of Pomurje. Four leading universities – University of Maribor,
University of Ljubljana, University of Graz and University of Zagreb - are nearby. So, companies
investing in Murska Sobota have access to an excellent talent pool.
Murska Sobota’s central location also helps attract staff to work here as well as making it easy for
businesses to operate on a national and global platform. Excellent road links and good connection
with airports (Ljubljana, Graz, Vienna, Budapest and Zagreb) and Koper port, brings the rest of the
Europe and World to your doorstep. Murska Sobota’s world class digital infrastructure also ensures
that the global business community is only a click away.
Murska Sobota is continuing to invest in a sustainable transport infrastructure with the expansion of
the bus and cycling network, investment in the bus and cycling stations and new lines to ensure
people are able to move around the city with ease.
Major investment will continue to improve the city and region. More millions euro will be invested in
the city to transform the city centre and create new business space, retail destinations and living
spaces. There are also major regeneration programmes developed in old city centre to ensure our
town centre continue to thrive and evolve.
The huge possibilities and opportunities Murska Sobota offers in the field of renewable energy –
geothermal and solar energy. Many potential there is in green tourism as well.
However, it isn’t all just about work. A mixture of vibrant city life and rural landscapes ensures that
Murska Sobota offers a great quality of life for the people that live here. The well being of citizens is
one of mayor concern of city politic.
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Workforce
The first Murska Sobota teacher dates back to the time period of Reformation in that the town has
evolved into an educational centre during the early 20th Century. Apart from primary schools the
town has been able to acquire five middle schools of various programmes and vocations and during
the last few years a few higher education programmes and university programmes have also been
developed. And, last but not least, there is a music school to take care of the young generations of
aspiring musicians.
Most of students from the region are studying at the University of Ljubljana and University of
Maribor, less at the University of Graz or University of Zagreb. These are four leading universities are
nearby. So, companies investing in Murska Sobota have access to an excellent talent pool.
Murska Sobota has for Slovenia standards a relatively large pool of skilled workers.
Recruitment Support
There are a number of services available to help you recruit the right staff. Some of these are:
The Employment Service of Slovenia is one of the key Slovenian labour market institutions. It is an
independent legal entity with public institute status operating uniformly across the entire country.
I: http://english.ess.gov.si/
MojeDelo.com is among the 20 most visited web pages in Slovenia and by far the most visited career
website in Slovenia.
I: http://delodajalci.mojedelo.com/en/about
Adecco H.R. kadrovsko svetovanje d.o.o. is part of Adecco Group and it was founded in year 2000.
Adecco Slovenia is based in Ljubljana and It has five branches in major cities in Slovenia.
I: http://www.adecco.si/en/index.asp
Trenkwalder kadrovske storitve, d.o.o. has more than 28 years of experience in Europe’s
employment markets and this form a sound foundation for innovative human resources solutions.
I: http://www.trenkwalder.com/?lang=en
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Salary Levels
Murska Sobota offers a highly cost competitive location from which to operate with savings typically
between 4% and 22 % on national average salaries.
Average monthly full time pay by statistical regions in eur (2010):
average monthly full pay in eur
2000
1800
1600
1400
1200
1000
800
600
400
200
0
Source: SORS
Average monthly earnings in Pomurje region, gross earnings in eur (April 2013)
SKD Activity - total
A Agriculture, FORESTRY AND FISHING
B Mining and quarrying
C Manufacturing
D Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply
E Water supply, sewerage, waste management and remediation activities
F Construction
G Wholesale and retail trade, repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles
H Transportation and storage
I Accommodation and food service activities
J Information and communication
K Financial and insurance activities
L Real estate activities
M Professional, scientific and technical activities
N Administrative and support service activities
O Public administration and defence, compulsory social security
P Education
Q Human health and social work activities
R Arts, entertainment and recreation
S Other service activities
1332.04
1197.83
1146.76
1205.01
1822.81
1291.28
1257.20
1139.79
1137.75
1029.18
1587.40
1886.32
1680.61
1479.55
1108.95
1604.23
1594.75
1592.18
1326.81
1136.26
Source: SORS
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Slovenians are the majority ethnic group in the town of Murska Sobota. In the late 19th Century
there were strong Hungarian, Jewish and German ethnic communities in town and they were
instrumental in creating the cultural image of the developing town. The Roma ethnic community,
living predominantly in the neighbouring village of Pušča, the largest Roma settlement in Slovenia,
also represents an important share of the population of the area and Murska Sobota is the seat of
their organisation, the Roma Union of Slovenia. The town has always welcomed immigrants in that
nowadays the world has thrown its door open for the town of Murska Sobota.
Major Employers in Region
Major employers in region include:
 AHA Moda d.o.o. Murska Sobota
 Pomgrad SGP d.o.o. Murska Sobota
 Tovarna kovinske opreme d.o.o. Murska Sobota
 Arcont d.d. Gornja Radgona
 Carthago d.o.o. Odranci
 Elrad International d.o.o. Gornja Radgona
 Panvita Mesna industrija Radgona d.d. Gornja Radgona
 Reflex d.o.o. Gornja Radgona
 Farmtech d.o.o. Ljutomer
 Planika Turnišče d.o.o. Turnišče
 Radenska d.d. Radenci.
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Economy
In the time period of its last counts the town of Murska Sobota was a developing country town with
tradesmen and merchants coming to stay. In the late 18th Century a guild of button-makers was
organised in town; there were also two guilds of shoemakers and tailors which were active in the
entire territory, including Upper Lendava. From 1884 on there has been a printing house in town, the
tradition of which has been preserved up to the present time. A tradesman's slaughterhouse evolved
in 1922 into a meat-packing plant which eventually got to be the largest of its kind in the entire
country, with extensive export. Agricultural background has promoted the development of foodprocessing industry and agricultural cooperatives, e.g. Pomurske mlekarne, Mlinopek and the group
Panvita which has recently integrated quite a few of these systems. The year 1925 marks the
beginning of clothing industry in Murska Sobota; after 2nd World War two independent dressmaking
workshops were joined into the clothing factory Mura with a recognised trade-mark, which has
grown into the largest clothing factory in Central Europe; it clothes many a statesman and sportsman
who represent the country at various international competitions and championships. Building
industry is another important industry in town, with SGP Pomgrad taking the lead. As early as 1856
the first larger trading company was established in town in that today it is surrounded by shopping
malls on its edges. At the eastern access road to town the Northern Trading and Industrial Zone
(SOIC) has developed.
The Pomurje region achieved great results at the ‘European Cities and Regions of the Future
2012/2013’ ranking organized by FDI Magazine and FDI Intelligence.
Over the last ten years, the economy of Pomurje has experienced many changes on its path of
transforming itself from the once traditional to modern branches by using state-of-the-art
technologies, developing and leveraging the advantages of energy obtained from renewable sources
in an effort to preserve the environment, and producing premium quality products that generate
high added value on a global scale (PGZ, 2012).
Pomurje in figures
Number
Share in the Slovenian
total
Number of employees
Share in the Slovenian
total
Net sales
Companies
Proprietorship
1.669
2,9%
3.366
4,6%
Agricultural
cooperatives
36
12%
16.647
3,7%
3.147
6,6%
134
4,1%
€ 1.871 million
€ 254 million
€ 50 million
Micro & Small
Companies
Mid-Sized Companies
Large Companies
96,10
2,40
1,50
49,70
34,00
16,30
38,60
28,30
33,10
Source: PGZ 2012
Share of...
All Companies in the
Region
All employed in
business sector
Total net sales
Source: PGZ, 2012
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In 2011, the companies located in Pomurje managed to significantly improve their business results.
They generated a total net profit and recorded a positive sub-balance sheet in other revenues and
expenditures. The companies were managing a large volume of assets and realized an increased
number of business operations. Also, Pomurje recorded growth in terms of revenue and net added
value, exceeding the Slovenian average by 3.6 percentage points and by 4.3 percentage points
respectively. The improved business performance of the region was mostly a results of operations
carried out in companies from the processing industry. But while large companies are the largest
contributors to the improved economic performance, small companies are the ones that generally
operate with the most stable results. In terms of efficiency, the region’s leaders are companies
operating in services (PGZ, 2012). The positive trend of export orientated Pomurje Economy
continued in 2012.
The wide spectrum of Pomurje Economy is reflected in region's own innovation and development,
HR background in respective industries, cooperation in development, global presence, technological
progress as well as information and communication technologies, all integrated in trends of
development and economy on a European and global scale. Over decades, companies managed to
survive as well as upgrade and (re)organise themselves for future challenges either due to their longstanding tradition and knowledge or their own bases of raw materials used in the production and
processing or in advanced construction (PGZ, 2012)
Sustainable production and processing as well as the utilisation of energy and geothermal sources
represent potentials for the future, which companies use in harmony with nature and its advantages,
while their services and products bring a relatively high added value both on the local and global
markets. The Pomurje milieu and its natural advantages offer the most favourable conditions for
natural development and progress. For a good fifty years, the diverse landscape and unique locale
have been shaping the Pomurje environment through thermo-mineral, wellness and spa tourism. The
tradition of exploiting the precious and refreshing mineral water reaches more than 150 years back
in history (PGZ, 2012).
Source: PGZ, 2012
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Connectivity
Murska Sobota's cross - border location is one of the key advantages for businesses looking to
relocate here. The transport routes and infrastructure connections in Pomurje provide superb
opportunities for continuous investments in industry, logistics, construction of commercial
complexes, development of appurtenant service activities and people-oriented tourism services
attracting with the region’s unspoiled nature.
With five of the EU's capitals within a two to three hour road journey, your European customer base
is easy to reach as well as any nation or international wide branches. The nearest airport, Graz
Airport, a 60 minute drive from the city has direct flights more than 40 International destinations.
Murska Sobota's significant improvements in road and public transport infrastructure in the city and
with modernization of railway across the region, ensures that businesses are well-connected to
markets and workforce.
Road
Murska Sobota has a new distribution network, being at the heart of the EU’s motorway system – 5th
corridor - with easy access to the 10, 4, as well as 7 corridor, ensuring businesses, customers and
suppliers are all within easy reach.
Source: MOMS, 2006
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Air
Murska Sobota has its own airport, suitable for sport aeroplanes and private small aeroplanes. It is
well known among airshows fans. Airport is suitable for helicopters as well.
The nearest airport, Graz Airport, a 60 minute drive from the city has direct flights more than 40
International destinations. Murska Sobota is able to reach Ljubljana Airport 1 hour in 50 minutes,
Vienna Airport in 2 hours 40 minutes, Zagreb Airport in 1 hour in 50 minutes and Budapest Airport in
3 hours.
In the future we expect that Maribor Airport will gain investor, modernize and open lines across the
Europe. The Maribor Airport will be the nearest, reachable just in 40 minutes.
Rail
Murska Sobota is served by the Slovenian Railways and enjoys relatively good rail links across the
Slovenia – direct trains to Ljubljana, Koper and Budapest. Government recently announced that by
2017 Rail network will have modernize and faster and this will dramatically reduce Journey times.
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Quality of Life
Murska Sobota is enjoying a growing reputation as a great place to live, work and play.
Entertainment in the city is plentiful whether it is rich cultural heritage, contemporary art, sporting
facilities, retail therapy, its thriving diverse music scene, gastronomic delights or a rural walk or
cycling in the countryside, there is one thing we can guarantee is you will never be short of things to
see and do.
Murska Sobota has theatre, two art galleries, museum, regional library, movies, bars and restaurants.
The Theatre is a home to national production and smaller independent performances. Murska
Sobota Art gallery is one of the most popular and important Gallery in Slovenia. The city has more
shops per citizen than anywhere else in the Slovenia, providing a large variety of domestic and
international goods.
Murska Sobota also has a rich sporting heritage with professional football club Mura, airshows,
volleyball, handball, sport shooting, fishing, bowling, cycling, martial arts, and athletics within the city
limits. Many visitors are attracted annually to Murska Sobota for its cultural, leisure and retail offer.
Murska Sobota is a small, friendly city with great business acumen, and once you move here you will
never want to leave!
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Housing
In the first quarter of 2013, dwelling prices in Slovenia were on average 0.7% higher than in the
fourth quarter of 2012. However, the prices of different types of dwellings moved very differently.
At the moment new dwellings are more expensive. Compared to the previous quarter, in the first
quarter of 2013 the prices of newly built dwellings went up on average by 3.8%. However, the prices
of newly built flats moved differently than the prices of newly built family houses - newly built family
houses were 7.3% cheaper; in the previous quarter they were 6.0% more expensive. The rather large
volatility in price indices of newly built family houses thus continues. Despite the volatility, there is a
clear downward trend in the prices of newly built family houses. In the first quarter of 2013 the
lowest value since 2008, when the Statistical Office started to monitor these prices, was recorded.
After they fell by 8.4% in the last quarter of 2012, the prices of newly built flats increased again in the
first quarter of 2013, by 7.5%. Newly built flats thus regained a significant part of the value they had
before the decline in the last quarter of 2012. The return of the prices of newly built flats to a higher
level was expected, but the actual rise was surprising. The impact of the discount purchase of many
newly built flats, which was implemented by the Housing Fund of the Republic of Slovenia in the last
quarter of 2012 and which probably had an impact on lower prices, obviously did not transfer to the
market in the first quarter of 2013.
Prices of existing flats and family houses are slightly down compared to the previous quarter, in the
first quarter of 2013 the prices of existing dwellings in Slovenia decreased on average by 0.7%. The
prices of existing family houses decreased for the third consecutive quarter, this time by 4.8%. They
have thus reached the lowest value since peak prices in 2007 and are now at the level of the last
quarter of 2006.
The number of transactions of existing dwellings was slightly lower than the quarterly average of
2012. Also the total number of transactions of new and existing dwellings declined again in the first
quarter of 2013 and it was the lowest after the most crisis-stricken first half of 2009.
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Quarterly growth rates of dwelling prices, Slovenia, 1st quarter 2007 - 1st quarter 2013.
Source: SURS
In June 2013 the dwelling prices in Murska Sobota ware:
Rent: 4,5-5 eur/m2
Sale: 800-950 eur/m2.
Source: JSS MOMS
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Public Property - Northern Trading and Industrial Zone (SOIC)
At the eastern access road to town the Northern Trading and Industrial Zone (SOIC) has developed.
The SOIC is 525.000 m2 large and enables perfect location for your business opportunities.
In SOIC two of Austrian renowned companies Wolford and XAL established here the production and
they have been nominated for the most prospective foreign investors in Slovenia. We are convinced
that in SOIC we can offer you a perfect opportunity for your direct investment. Together with you we
will endeavour for sustainable competitive advantage in this part of Europe.
All additional information we are available at Municipality of Murska Sobota:
Contact person: Mr. Štefan Cigan
P: ++386 2 525 16 60
E: stefan.cigan@murska-sobota.si
or:
Contact person: Mrs. Vida Lukač
P: ++386 2 525 16 19
E: vida.lukac@murska-sobota.si
I: http://www.murska-sobota.si/severna-obrtno-industrijska-cona
Source: MOMS, 2006
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Source: MOMS, 2013
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Current project to invest in
Geothermal sources
Growing energy demand, restricted reserves of fossil fuels and efforts to reduce greenhouse gases
emissions, thus contributing to the mitigation of climate change effects made clear that within 20-30
years a significantly growing proportion of energy has to come from renewables. The integrated
climate and energy policy of the EU _COM (2006)848_ aims to reduce energy consumption and
greenhouse gases emissions by 20 % and increase the proportion of renewable by 20 % by 2020. This
ambitious goal is manifested in the 2009/28/EC Directive on the promotion of the use of energy from
renewable sources, on the basis of which each country prepared its national renewable energy action
plan where they defined the target numbers. In these strategies both Slovenia and Hungary aim at 33.5 times increase of geothermal heat production from 2010 to 2020, whichis mostly based on the
promising geothermal potential of the Pannonian basin (Nádor and others, 2012).
Acquisition of geothermal energy from deep geothermal sources is the most complex method of
exploitation of any renewable energy sources because it requires highly phasic, multi-disciplinary
approach across a wide spectrum of professions, such as technical, economic, juridical and
environmental. The most important elements and their interdependence, interlacing, which
influence to the project for the exploitation of geothermal resources and it can be successful, it
would therefore be technically feasible, economical, legal, as well as to satisfy strict environmental
standards(Vratarič, 2011).
Currently there is one project in progress - Tourist Centre Fazanerija (TCF) – energy part.
The aim of the project:
 Revitalizing of Existing SOB1 well and the heating system;
 Construction of reinjection well SOB4, which will solve the problem of waste geothermal
water run-off into the stream Ledava and contribute to the preservation of the Pannonian
thermal pool;
 The improvement of the natural habitat of the stream Ledava;
 Construction of a new exploration well SOB3 to investigate an area of up to 1500 m, and give
an answer for further development opportunities of the Fazanerija area in terms of
geothermal energy;
 Construction of a visitor center, which will offer visitors an insight into the functioning of the
TCF energy system and note measurements and research, which will be held at SOB3 well;
 Development of green and sustainable tourism products the City of M. Sobota;
 Contributing to the reduction of greenhouse gases;
 Contribute to a healthier environment and quality of life for residents and travelers.
 Promoting active leisure whatever the time of year;
 Encourage the integration of regional tourism products and to strengthen cooperation with
local tourist operators.
TCF energy system will be connected on comprehensive district heating in the city of Murska SobotaComprehensive district heating will not just be heated with geothermal energy, but with other
energy sources as well. Cogeneration is planned as well - cogeneration of electricity and heat from
the geothermal energy and other sources as biomass, gas and solar. Two exploration methods for
SOB3 well are in discussion - technique of hydraulic fracture or so called Hot-Dry-Rock system of
exploitation or hot water exploitation as in the case of SOB1 well.
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Source: Slovenian geothermal profile 2004
Source: Gerom, 2009
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Tourism
Tourism is of huge economic importance of the City of Murska Sobota and Pomurje Region. Main
objective of green and sustainable development of tourism is contribution to higher competitive
position on national and European market and creation of high quality jobs. This all in continuum
with environment and social programs contribute to development of sustainable tourism and jobs in
this sector. City of M. Sobota is focused on tourist, which are travelling with reason. This mean, that
Murska Sobota developed innovative product for complete regeneration of body and mind. 10% of
all the guests visiting Slovenia spend a night in Prekmurje, positioning it as one of the most attractive
tourist destinations in the country.
Projects in plans:
Tourist Centre Fazanerija
The diversity of the landscape and unspoiled nature provide visitors in Murska Sobota with the
opportunity for relaxation and well-being as well as sports and recreation. Tourist Centre Fazanerija
is a right place to invest. Renewed energy sources are used in the area already by heating the
summer pools water. Tourist Centre Fazanerija has drinking water spring as well. Tourist Centre
Fazanerija offers already trim trail, summer swimming pool, beach volleyball, tennis, Nordic walk
trails, cross running, simple walk and relax under the trees. In Tourist Centre Fazanerija there is a
small football stadium.
City of Murska Sobota developed planes for further development of this area staring with Nordic
walk centre in 2013. Planes are to construct swimming arena, skating hall, athletic stadium, revitalize
football stadium, hotel for sport active visitors and sport teams, tennis hall, etc.
Project idea
Source: Studio Kalamar, 2006
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Soboško jezero / Sobota Lake
Sobota Lake is artificial lakes originally used for gravel mining. Today gravel mining is still in progress
on one part of Lake, but on the other part of lake sport activities are already in action.
Sport activities on Sobota Lake today are: windsurfing, sport fishing, swimming, diving, triathlon,
Kayak Flatwater, beach volleyball, rowing, etc.
Project plans are to widen the sport and other attraction activities with adventure park, underwater
aquarium, Archaeological Museum, walking trails and general lake landscaping.
Project idea
Source: Guštin and others, 2003
Source: Guštin and others, 2003
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More information about investing in Murska Sobota:
Mestna občina Murska Sobota
Municipality of Murska Sobota
Kardoševa 2
Si-9000 Murska Sobota
I: www.murska-sobota.si
Northern Trading and Industrial Zone (SOIC)
Contact person: Mr. Štefan Cigan
P: ++386 2 525 16 60
E: stefan.cigan@murska-sobota.si
or:
Contact person: Mrs. Vida Lukač
P: ++386 2 525 16 19
E: vida.lukac@murska-sobota.si
Current project to invest in
Geothermal sources - Tourist Centre Fazanerija (TCF) – energy part and Tourist Centre Fazanerija –
tourism:
Contact person: Mr. Anton Štihec
P: ++386 2 525 16 11
E: urad.zupana@murska-sobota.si
or:
Contact person: Mrs. Vida Lukač
P: ++386 2 525 16 19
E: vida.lukac@murska-sobota.si
Soboško jezero / Sobota Lake
Contact Person: Mr. Anton Štihec
P: ++386 2 525 16 11
E: urad.zupana@murska-sobota.si
or:
Contact person: Mrs. Vida Lukač
P: ++386 2 525 16 19
E: vida.lukac@murska-sobota.si
General information about project and investments in Murska Sobota:
Razvojni center Murska Sobota
Development Centre Murska Sobota
Kardoševa 2
SI-9000 Murska Sobota
I: www.rcms.si
Contact person: Ms. Mojca Breščak
P: ++386 2 525 16 76
E: mojca.brescak@murska-sobota.si
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Did you know Murska Sobota is…
A great place for business:
 Typically between 4% and 22 % on national average salaries
 In period 2007-2013 Murska Sobota invested over € 40 million in ambitious development
projects
 Favourable geostrategic location and connections with the country’s inland
 Geothermal energy and other renewable energy sources
 Production based on high technology and high-tech design
 Qualified and competitive labour force with extensive experience in the respective branch
 Vertical integration between agriculture and food industry
 Distinctive wellness offering and thermal and medical tourism services
 Natural resources and sports and recreational activities
 Well-preserved natural and cultural heritage, suited for a number of service activities
 Traditional cuisine and high quality wines,
 The water and energy potential of River Mura
 Pomurje's economy is worth € 2.300 million per year
 Pomurje offers a highly cost competitive location from which to operate with savings
 Pomurje offers Energy-supply base (development of the petrochemical industry)
A connected city:
 Situated in the heart of Europe, most of the larger cities and Maribor, Ljubljana, Zagreb,
Vienna, Graz, Budapest and Szombathely are accessible in around 2 - 3 hours due to excellent
motorway.
 Large investments in infrastructure projects across the city and region will be made over the
next 5 years.
 Murska Sobota has excellent broadband infrastructure.
 New investment will be made in Murska Sobota surrounding’s broadband infrastructure over
next 3 years.
 The old national rail connection will be modernized till 2015 and so the rail links will be faster
and connections even better.
 Murska Sobota is Slovenian one of best city for cycling.
 Murska Sobota has its own sport airport.
A fantastic place to live:
 Murska Sobota offers a vibrant mix of historic town, rural villages and modern city to ensure
the area has something for everyone living here.
 Murska Sobota has among the cities in Slovenia the greatest share of trees and green areas
per citizen and the greatest share of sport fields per citizen as well.
 Murska Sobota has two art galleries, regional museum, regional library, theatre, cinema, two
dance schools, music school,...
 Murska Sobota has International Dance Festival Front@ every August
 Murska Sobota has two traditional summer festivals – Sobota days and Sobota Summer
 Murska Sobota is well known for its fairs – especially well known are Trejzino senje in
October and Miklošovo Senje in Decembre
 In 2012 Murska Sobota was as partner city European Capital of Culture
 Murska Sobota is a shopping destination.
 Murska Sobota is on a cross roads of 3 great cultures – Slavic, German and Hungarian and 4
Countries – Slovenia, Austria, Hungary and Croatia.
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Literature
1) Guštin. Mitja, Stanko Polanič in Andrej Kalamar.2003. Soboško jezero – programsko idejna
zasnova. SGP Pomgrad-Murska Sobota.
2) JSS MOMS. 2013. Statistic overview.
3) Gerom - Geothermal Engineering Research Office Malta, 2009. Access to:
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