Pharmaceutical Industry in Saxony-Anhalt

 The pharmaceutical industry is an important pillar within the health care industry. It is a major employer in Saxony-Anhalt, with steady growth in sales and employment. Between 2003 and 2009 the number of employees could be increased by nearly 60 percent in this industry. Besides the production of globally oriented companies, in addition, innovative small and medium enterprises make a substantial contribution to this.