Stralsund receives 1 million euros: Makerport becomes an innovation engine!

Stralsund receives 1 million euros: Makerport becomes an innovation engine!

Wasserstraße 68, 18439 Stralsund, Deutschland - In Stralsund, the innovation is very important! Today the State Economic Minister Christian Pegel (SPD) handed over a funding notice of around one million euros to the "Makerport", which is considered the central engine for creative ideas in the region. This financial support ensures the operation of the facility for the next three years and shows the commitment to further strengthen innovative strength in Vorpommern-Rügen. According to ndr is aimed Reaching rooms and better networking innovative companies.

The idea of ​​"maker port" that has existed since 2019 is to create creative freedom and thus also promote community work. A successful initiative, as the students from Grimmen prove. You have developed a school garden robot that will be used at the upcoming solar boat race in the Knieper West district. Such projects are proof that the promotion of innovation inspires the youth and actively helps them into the future.

a meeting point for creative minds

The "Makerport" not only offers space for creative projects, but also organizes workshops to expand the knowledge of management in change management. On July 22, 2025, a workshop specially aimed at managers will take place, in which the participants can reflect on their role during change processes and develop their own coping strategies. This workshop is free of charge and is funded by the Federal Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs and the European Union via the European Social Fund Plus, the Makerport.

These initiatives are directional, especially in rural areas, where fewer innovation players can often be found. The Federal Center for Political Education emphasizes in its explanations that despite fewer areas, there are numerous options for innovative added value. The key to successful development lies in the cooperation of all actors: from companies to research institutions to educational institutions.

In the Vorpommern region, the “Makerport” could be a prime example of innovative approaches that build on the basis of plant-based raw materials and sustainable urban-land value chains. Digitization also opens up new horizons to transform traditional economic sectors and promote sustainable solutions.

In summary, the promotion of "Makerport" in Stralsund shows that the country is seriously interested in the future of rural areas. Creative projects, workshops and the networking of companies not only strengthen the regional economy here, but also promoted trust and cooperation in the community.