Wolfsberg in the upswing: Koralmbahn connects regions and economic strength!

Wolfsberg in the upswing: Koralmbahn connects regions and economic strength!

A summer reception in Wolfsberg Castle yesterday caused enthusiasm and networks among the entrepreneurs of the Lavant Valley. Organized by WK-district position chairman Gerhard Oswald , the event was about the future viability of the region, in which the KoralMBahn also plays an important role.

The Koralmahn, which connects Klagenfurt and Graz from 2025 in a journey time of only 45 minutes, not only brings a convenient connection for commuters, but also makes sub -Carinthia part of the second largest economic area in Austria, Area Süd. This was also emphasized at the First Economic Forum Unterkärnten , in which over 250 participants: Inside. At the event, Manfred Kainz spoke about the positive changes that the Koralbahn will bring for the economy.

focus on cooperation and innovation

The event in Wolfsberg Castle was an ideal opportunity to make new contacts and maintain existing networks. Representatives of the Styrian districts of Deutschlandsberg and Murau/Murtal were also present to promote cross -border cooperation. Oswald pointed out that the Wolfsberg district is not only an impulse provider, but also a place with innovative strength that should be used.

Christoph Schneider from the Economica Institute and other experts emphasized the importance of cooperation between all stakeholders in order to make the region sustainably advance. The Lavanttal technology park was highlighted as a potential future project for research and development, while WK President Jürgen Mandl underlined the fundamental role of a strong economy for the region.

art and culinary delights in the castle

The event also offered an exquisite musical framework by Edgar Unterkirchner (saxophone), Matthias Ortner (vocals) and Hannah Senfter (harp). Culinary delights from the Stölzl family took care of the physical well -being, with the focus of the regionality and quality in the foreground. In addition, an exclusive preliminary tour of the summer exhibition "Reality Drei" took place, which works by Iris Kohlweiss, Melitta Moschik and Gertrud Weiss-Richter.

When asked what the Koralm Railway means for the region, there were clear answers: it will significantly increase the commuters between the regions along the new route and could help to break demographic change in southern Austria. It is estimated that the construction of the Koralbahn will result in an increase in pendulum deflections by almost 35%, which is extremely advantageous for the local economy, so Joanneum research .

Finally, Gerhard Oswald emphasized that the Wolfsberg economy was well networked and creative. With all the positive developments that are initiated in the course of the KoralMahn, the region is ready to present itself as a dynamic economic area.