Latgale – The Region Driving Manufacturing Excellence

Leading manufacturers in optics, engineering, defence and wood processing have chosen Latgale as their base for growth, supported by skilled talent, competitive operating costs and investment-ready industrial sites. Discover Latgale regions advantages for manufacturing growth!

 

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Special Economic Zones offering tax incentives for manufacturing and industrial investments.

Special economic zones in Latgale

Latgale's two SEZs operate across nine municipalities, including Daugavpils and Rēzekne, with strong capabilities in electronics, optics and advanced manufacturing, positioned to serve European markets.

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interest financing through ALTUM, with no EURIBOR applied, for projects in Eastern border territories

"Latgale has distinct advantages including its rich cultural heritage and natural capital... excellent digital connectivity, and a strong education offering that includes a highly internationalised higher education sector."

OECD — Rethinking Regional Attractiveness in the Latvian Region of Latgale, 2025 

GOVERNMENT SUPPORT
  • Direct top-level political support for EUR 10M+ investment projects, chaired by the Prime Minister
  • Fast-track initiative to ease and shorten red tape
  • Special economic zone tax benefits
  • Large investment grant support programs
  • ALTUM 0% interest financing (no EURIBOR) for Eastern border territories
MUNICIPALITY SUPPORT
  • Grants for small businesses covering
  • up to 90% of costs
  • Individual top-level municipal guidance
  • Real estate tax exemptions for new investments
  • Co-financing for land, utility & access infrastructure

 

Companies that are thriving in Latgale

Latgale is a world-class hub for optics, optical fibres and electronics - home to companies renowned for high precision and ultra-low defect rates. Light Guide Optics International recently signed a EUR 58M expansion within the SEZ — the largest investment concluded in Latgale SEZ to date.

DOWNLOAD: LATGALE region overview 

Overview of investment opportunities in Latgale, covering industrial land and premises, talent availability, tax incentives through two Special Economic Zones, and a proven ecosystem of internationally active manufacturers.

 

 

 

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