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European Cities and Regions of the Future 2023
Sep 2022
Nov 2022
Feb 2023
Global Free Zones of the Year 2023
May 2023
Jul 2023
Oct 2023
European Cities and Regions of the Future 2024
Jul 2023
Sept 2023
Feb 2024
PUBLISHED RESULTS
Corporate strategy
How free zones help Foxconn to invest
Kathy Yang, Foxconn’s head of trade compliance and logistics, discusses free zone benefits
October 15, 2024
Rankings and awards
Global Free Zones of the Year 2024 awards — Rising stars
Thames Freeport in the UK tops rising stars list, followed by China’s Beihai FTZ in Guangxi
October 10, 2024
Rankings and awards
Global Free Zones of the Year 2024 awards — Judging panel
The judging panel of the Global Free Zones of the Year 2024
October 10, 2024
Previous rankings & awards
Rankings and awards
Global Free Zones of the Year 2024 awards — Honourable mentions
The judging panel selected zones that impressed them for specific initiatives
October 10, 2024
Rankings and awards
Global Free Zones of the Year 2024 awards – Sustainable zones
Dubai’s Jebel Ali tops sustainability list, followed by Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi
October 10, 2024
Rankings and awards
Global Free Zones of the Year 2024 awards — Best innovation zones
China’s Nanning Area of Guangxi FTZ takes the crown, followed by Dubai Silicon Oasis
October 10, 2024
Rankings and awards
Global Free Zones of the Year 2024 awards — Best knowledge zones
Dubai’s DMCC is crowned the best knowledge zone, followed by America Free Zone in Costa Rica
October 10, 2024
Rankings and awards
Global Free Zones of the Year 2024 awards — Best industrial zones
Dubai’s Jebel Ali is crowned the best industrial zone, followed by Hamriyah Free Zone in Sharjah
October 10, 2024
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Ranking
Global Free Zones of the Year 2024 awards
Discover the world’s best zones across categories and geographies
October 10, 2024
Rankings and awards
Top 100 fastest-growing FDI destinations 2024
fDi’s inaugural list of the world’s hottest cities and regions for foreign investment
April 15, 2024
European Cities and Regions of the Future 2024
European Cities and Regions of the Future 2024 — The winners
Frankfurt, Wrocław, Luxembourg upstaged their peers; London and Paris Region won again
February 15, 2024
Global Free Zones of the Year 2023
Global Free Zones of the Year 2023 awards – Best zones for SMEs
Dubai Silicon Oasis wins top favours for its small and medium enterprises strategy
October 12, 2023
Global Free Zones of the Year 2023
Global Free Zones of the Year 2023 awards
Find out the world’s best zones across geographies and specialisations
October 12, 2023
Global Free Zones of the Year 2023
Global Free Zones of the Year 2023 awards – Best zones overall
Dubai's DMCC is newly crowned world's best free zone, chased by China's Guangxi Pilot FTZ
October 12, 2023
Global Free Zones of the Year 2023
Global Free Zones of the Year 2023 awards – Best zones for large tenants
Mexico's WTC Premium Industrial Park and Poland's Katowice win top prize in their regions
October 12, 2023
Global Free Zones of the Year 2023
Global Free Zones of the Year 2023 awards – Rising stars
UK's Liverpool City Region Freeport wins in the inaugural Rising star category
October 12, 2023
Global Free Zones of the Year 2023
Global Free Zones of the Year 2023 awards – Industrial champions
Jafza wins in the Middle East, Lagos FZ in Africa, Coyol in the Americas, Krakow in Europe
October 12, 2023
Global Free Zones of the Year 2023
Global Free Zones of the Year 2023 awards – Excellence awards
Jafza excels in sustainability and non-fiscal incentives, DMCC in governance and infra
October 12, 2023
Global Free Zones of the Year 2023
Global Free Zones of the Year 2023 awards – Honourable mentions
The five judges assigned honorable mentions to those zones that stood out for specific initiatives
October 12, 2023
Global Free Zones of the Year 2023
Global Free Zones of the Year 2023 awards – Judging panel
Find out the five judges in the panel
October 12, 2023
Rankings and awards
UK heads global renewables FDI league table
The country leads fDi’s 2023 Global Renewable Energy Leaders ranking
April 17, 2023
Rankings and awards
Europe FDI withstands Ukraine war fall-out
The energy transition drives mega investment projects into renewables and cleantech
February 16, 2023
Editorial
European Cities and Regions of the Future 2023 — The winners
London and the Île-de-France region are Europe’s most appealing FDI destinations
February 16, 2023
Rankings and awards
Global Free Zones of the Year Awards 2022 – Judges
The judging panel for this year’s Global Free Zones of the Year Awards
October 3, 2022
Rankings and awards
Free zones post bumper year in 2021
FDI into SEZs has already hit pre-Covid levels, stirring new interest among policymakers
October 3, 2022
Rankings and awards
Global Free Zones of the Year 2022 – Honourable mentions
fDi highlights the Global Free Zones that impressed the judges for particular attributes, and why
October 3, 2022
Rankings and awards
Global Free Zones of the Year 2022 – Excellence awards
FDi picks the world’s top freezones for best practice in a range of areas
October 3, 2022
Rankings and awards
Global Free Zones of the Year Awards 2022 – SME winners
The best zones for small and medium-sized enterprises are recognised
October 3, 2022
Editorial
Global Free Zones of the Year 2022 – Large tenant winners
fDi names the best free zones for large tenants
October 3, 2022
Rankings and awards
Global Free Zones of the Year 2022 – Regional winners
The best free zones are named from around the world.
October 3, 2022
Rankings and awards
Global Free Zones of the Year 2022 – Global winners
Dubai’s DMCC is once again fDi’s best in class, with Dalian Free Zone coming in as second
October 3, 2022
Rankings and awards
European Cities and Regions of the Future 2022/2023 — Winners
London is once again Europe's most appealing investment destination
February 17, 2022
Rankings and awards
fDi Strategy Awards 2021 – the winners
The New York City Economic Development Corporation has won IPA of the year
December 9, 2021
Rankings and awards
Global Free Zones of the Year 2021 – Honourable mentions
fDi highlights the Global Free Zones that particularly impressed the judges
October 14, 2021
Rankings and awards
Global Free Zones of the Year 2021 – Excellence awards
fDi’s judging panel singles out the zones that stood out for their best practices
October 14, 2021
Rankings and awards
Global Free Zones of the Year Awards 2021 – Winners
Dubai’s DMCC has won fDi’s Global Free Zone of the Year for the seventh consecutive year
October 14, 2021
Technology
fDi x TNW Tech Cities of the Future 2021: FDI Strategy
London tops the FDI Strategy Category a second year in a row
August 12, 2021
Technology
fDi x TNW Tech Cities of the Future 2021: the winners
London has kept its title in 2021, while Paris and Dublin hold onto second and third place
August 12, 2021
Rankings and awards
Americas Cities of the Future 2021/2022 – overall winners
North America fared much better than other Americas regions during the pandemic
June 17, 2021
Rankings and awards
Americas Cities of the Future 2021/2022 – FDI Strategy
The top five standout cities in the Americas for FDI strategy
June 17, 2021
Technology
African Tech Ecosystems of the Future — the dawn of a new era
South Africa has come out on top of the inaugural African Tech Ecosystems of the Future ranking
April 19, 2021
Technology
African Tech Ecosystems of the Future — FDI Strategy
Cairo, Cape Town and Kigali stand out for their strategy to develop their tech ecosystems
April 19, 2021
Rankings and awards
fDi’s Global Cities of the Future 2021/22 — Judges’ biographies
Meet the judges behind the Global Cities of the Future 2021/22 ranking
February 12, 2021
Rankings and awards
fDi’s Global Cities of the Future 2021/2022 – The judges’ view
What will make or break the cities of the future?
February 12, 2021
Rankings and awards
fDi’s Global Cities of the Future 2021/2022 — FDI Strategy Winners
New York takes first place in FDI Strategy for this year’s Global Cities of the Future
February 12, 2021
Global
fDi’s Global Cities of the Future 2021/22 — overall winners
Singapore confirms its top spot in fDi’s Global Cities of the Future ranking
February 11, 2021
Rankings and awards
fDi’s Transport and Warehousing Cities of the Future 2020/21 – the winners
Hong Kong excels in the inaugural Transport and Warehousing Cities of the Future ranking
January 15, 2021
Rankings and awards
fDi Strategy Awards – Winners
Montréal International is fDi's IPA of the year 2020
December 16, 2020
Rankings and awards
fDi’s Global Free Zones of the Year 2020 – the winners
The UAE’s DMCC takes home the top prize for a sixth consecutive year
October 15, 2020
Rankings and awards
fDi’s Global Free Zones of the Year 2020 – bespoke awards
The judging panel selects the zones that stand out across a range of categories
October 15, 2020
Rankings and awards
fDi’s Global Free Zones of the Year 2020 – specialism awards
The judging panel selects the zones that excel in specific industries
October 15, 2020
Rankings and awards
US top destination for biotech investment
China and the UK follow in fDi's biotechnology mini-ranking 2020
August 25, 2020
Rankings and awards
Montreal tops strategy category in Tier 2 future cities ranking
As part of Tier 2 Cities of the Future analysis we look at top locations for FDI strategy
August 20, 2020
Rankings and awards
San Francisco takes inaugural Tier 2 Cities of the Future crown
Golden City tops fDi’s new secondary city ranking followed by Montreal and Houston
August 20, 2020
Locations
fDi’s European Cities and Regions of the Future 2020/21 – Winners
In spite of the uncertainty caused by Brexit, London retains its position as fDi's European City of ...
February 10, 2020
fDi Strategy Awards 2019
fDi Strategy Awards 2019 – the winners
Lithuania's Go Vilnius has been named fDi’s IPA of the Year for 2019, and organisations from across ...
December 12, 2019
Locations
fDi Tourism Locations of the Future 2019/20 ranking
Thailand has held on to its title of fDi’s Tourism Location of the Future, followed by Macau and Portugal...
December 12, 2019
Rankings and awards
Top fDi Performers 2019
December 12, 2019
Rankings and awards
fDi’s Global Free Zones of the Year 2019 – the winners
The UAE's DMCC takes home the top prize in fDi’s Global Free Zones of the Year for a fifth consecutive...
October 14, 2019
Greenfield fDi Performance Index 2019
Greenfield FDI Performance Index 2019: Serbia storms to top
fDi Intelligence research reveals which countries receive more than their ‘expected share’ of FDI.
August 15, 2019
Locations
Island Economies of the Future 2019/20 – the results
Cyprus is ranked first in fDi’s Island Economies of the Future rankings.
June 10, 2019
Locations
Singapore tops fDi's first biotech rankings
Singapore has been named fDi's first Biotech Location of the Future for its impressive record of job ...
April 19, 2019
BPO mini-ranking 2019
Asia-Pacific leads global list for BPO
The Philippines and India guide Asia-Pacific clear of the competition to take the crown as the leading...
April 19, 2019
Locations
Singapore tops fDi’s Smart Locations of the Future 2019/20 ranking
Singapore is fDi’s first Smart Location of the Future, followed by London and Dublin in second and third...
April 18, 2019
Renewable energy
fDi Renewable Energy Investments of the Year 2019 - the winners
Asia-Pacific is the leading destination for greenfield FDI in renewable energy, while the US is the ...
February 11, 2019
Rankings and awards
fDi Return on Investment Ranking 2019: the results
Vilnius and Madrid get the best FDI return on their spending and staff sizes. Cathy Mullan reports.
February 11, 2019
Locations
fDi’s Polish Cities of the Future 2019/20
Warsaw reigns supreme for the third consecutive time as fDi's Polish City of the Future for 2019/20. ...
February 11, 2019
Rankings and awards
fDi's Investors of the Year 2018: IWG takes Amazon's crown
Global office providers are top of the fDi Investors of the Year 2018 ranking.
December 13, 2018
Locations
fDi Global Cities of the Future 2018/19 – the winners
Singapore has been crowned fDi’s Global City of the Future for the third year in a row, while London ...
December 10, 2018
fDi Strategy Awards 2018
fDi Strategy Awards 2018 – the winners
Investe São Paulo has been named fDi’s Investment Promotion Agency of the Year, while organisations ...
December 10, 2018
Global Free Zones of the Year 2018
fDi’s Global Free Zones of the Year 2018 – the winners
A look at the finest free zones in the world as judged by fDi's panel of experts.
October 8, 2018
Rankings and awards
Nation Brands ranking 2018
The US is once again Brand Finance's most valuable nation brand, while China, Germany and the UK witnessed...
October 8, 2018
Locations
Digital Economies of the Future 2018/19 – the results
London’s success in attracting major technology companies has helped it to land fDi’s award for best ...
October 8, 2018
American county-level mini ranking 2018
fDi's Top US Counties 2018: big cities bring home the investment
Research shows that the areas attached to large cities are taking the lion's share of investment
August 16, 2018
Locations
fDi’s Latin American States of the Future 2018/19 – the winners
São Paulo ranks first in an inaugural study of states in Mexico and South America.
August 16, 2018
Rankings and awards
fDi’s Top Tiger Cub Cities 2018: Ho Chi Minh shows its claws
Which cities are doing the best job of enticing investment in the ‘tiger cub’ economies of south-east...
August 16, 2018
Greenfield fDi Performance Index 2017
Mozambique tops 2017 Greenfield FDI Performance Index
Which countries outperform their size when it comes to generating greenfield FDI?
August 16, 2018
fDi Diversification Index – Commodity economies 2018
Russia claims fDi Diversification Index hat-trick
Russia continues to lead the fDi Diversification Index, followed by Ukraine and Ecuador.
August 16, 2018
Locations
fDi’s Aerospace Cities of the Future 2018/19 – the winners
Singapore retains its leading position as fDi’s top city for aerospace investment.
June 14, 2018
fDi Diversification Index – Island economies 2018
Sri Lanka most diversified island economy again
Sri Lanka and New Zealand remain at the top of the table of diversified island economies, while Malta...
June 14, 2018
Germany
Where do German companies invest?
A look at Germany’s recent outward investment history shows China is the preferred destination.
June 14, 2018
Locations
fDi Manufacturing Locations of the Future 2018/19 – the winners
The US has been crowned fDi Magazine’s Manufacturing Location of the Future for 2018/19, with China ...
April 13, 2018
AI and Robotics mini-ranking 2018
Singapore leads AI destinations ranking
To determine what makes a good destination for an investment in artificial intelligence or robotics, ...
April 13, 2018
Locations
fDi’s European Cities and Regions of the Future 2018/19 – Winners
The UK's vote to leave the EU has left Europe in a state of flux. However, thus far this does not seem...
February 12, 2018
fDi Strategy Awards 2017
fDi Strategy Awards 2017 - Invest Hong Kong leads the way
Invest Hong Kong has been named the best investment promotion agency of the year in fDi’s 2017 Strategy...
December 14, 2017
Locations
fDi Tourism Locations of the Future 2017/18: Thailand triumphs in inaugural awards
Thailand has topped fDi’s inaugural ranking of global tourism locations with the best potential for ...
December 14, 2017
Global Free Zones of the Year 2017
fDi Global Free Zones of the Year 2017 – the winners
The UAE's DMCC Free Zone has achieved a hat-trick, winning Global Free Zone of the Year for the third...
October 9, 2017
Ranking
China named 2017’s fastest growing nation brand
China’s national brand has increased significantly in 2017 at 44%, reflecting a general global dynamic...
October 9, 2017
Locations
fDi’s Asia-Pacific Cities of the Future 2017/18 – the winners
Singapore takes fDi’s crown once again as Asia-Pacific City of the Future, with Tokyo retaining its ...
August 14, 2017
Biotechnology
Shanghai wins out as 2017 biotech FDI hotspots are revealed
The biotechnology sector has seen increasing levels of investment and job creation in recent years, ...
August 13, 2017
Locations
fDi’s Island Economies of the Future 2017/18 – Sri Lanka takes the summit
Sri Lanka has been named fDi’s Island Economy of the Future for 2017/18, with Cyprus and the Dominican...
June 12, 2017
fDi Diversification Index – Island economies 2017
Sri Lanka retains most diversified island economy crown
The second annual fDi Diversification Index for Island Economies has again determined those locations...
June 12, 2017
Locations
fDi American Cities of the Future 2017/18 – New York triumphs again
New York has once again been named fDi’s American City of the Future, topping the 2017/18 rankings, ...
April 10, 2017
Locations
fDi American Cities of the Future 2017/18 – FDI Strategy winners
fDi Magazine invited promotion agencies in the Americas to tell us about their FDI strategies. Our judges...
April 10, 2017
Locations
Polish Cities of the Future 2017/18
Warsaw has retained the title of fDi’s Polish City of the Future for 2017/18, with Krakow remaining ...
February 13, 2017
Free zones
fDi Global Free Zones of the Year 2015 – Winners
fDi’s Global Free zones of the Year celebrates those zones that are best in class, be it within their...
October 15, 2015
Free Zone Focus
fDi Global Free Zones of the Year 2014 – Winners
Free zones in the Middle East have dominated fDi’s Global Free Zones of the Year awards, with Jebel ...
October 16, 2014
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