About the FEEI

Successful economic and social development in the modern world would be impossible without electrical energy. The generation, transmission and distribution of electricity are the cornerstones of energy supply in Austria, and businesses in the electrical and electronics industry develop and produce innovative technology that is used in each of these areas. The sector is also playing a key role in driving forward energy efficiency. Our member companies have invested in esearch, development, and production of energy-efficient applications, products, systems, and components over many years. These cutting-edge, high-tech products make a vital contribution to efficient, environmentally-friendly use of natural resources.

Find out the latest news under energy (in German).

The companies that make up Austria’s electrical and electronics sector are responsible for over one-third of all research spending by Austrian industry. And the overwhelming majority of researchers are employed in this sector. Due to its strong focus on research and technology, the electrical and electronics industry is a driver of innovation in our country, making a major contribution to the growth national value creation – which in turn means it also plays a key role in the development of Austria as a business location.

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Mobility is a basic need in our society and is absolutely essential for businesses to be successful in Austria. Good transportation infrastructure connects residential and commercial areas, opens up markets, and provides access to workplaces, education and recreation. All modes of transportation benefit from the products developed and made by the electrical and electronics industry. Moreover, the industry develops state-of-the-art control and signalling technology and traffic telematics solutions, which play a major role in overcoming the ever-growing challenges of passenger and freight transportation.

Find out more in the traffic section (in German).

Industries with an intensive focus on research and technology – such as the electrical and electronics industry – have a pressing need for technical specialists who can contribute their expertise and dedication to aid the development of the sector. By establishing Austria’s first technical university of applied sciences over fifteen years ago, the electrical and electronics industry took an important step in promoting the creation of a knowledge-based society, supporting the education and training of highly-qualified technical specialists. In collaboration with other interest groups and partners, the sector is working to offer more young people opportunities to pursue technical training and to work in a technical profession, as well as raising awareness of these opportunities and encouraging people to take advantage of them.

Knowledge and skills are fundamental factors in long-term, robust economic growth. So industry needs specialists who can contribute their expertise to help drive the successful development of the sector.

Find out more in the education and training section.