District of Rotenburg-Wümme

What District of Rotenburg-Wümme does

Landkreis Rotenburg (Wümme) is a public administrative district (Landkreis) in Lower Saxony, Germany, established in 1977 through municipal reform combining the former districts of Rotenburg and Bremervörde. The district provides statutory government services to approximately 163,000 residents across 2 cities, 10 Samtgemeinden, and 3 independent municipalities, spanning functional areas including vehicle registration, public health, spatial planning, waste management, employment services, and social welfare. Its administrative infrastructure operates through three service locations: the main Kreishaus in Rotenburg (Wümme), a secondary administrative center in Bremervörde, and a Jobcenter office in Zeven, supplemented by the portal.lk-row.de digital citizen services platform supporting online permit applications, business registration, and service requests.

The district's economic development arm (Wirtschaftsförderung) operates within the Amt für Kreisentwicklung (Department for Regional Development) and delivers a diversified portfolio of business support programs. Core service offerings include free Existenzgründungsberatung (startup consulting), the Innovations- und Fördermittelsprechtag (innovation and funding consultation days) delivered via Cisco Webex, the Wirtschaftssenioren-Netzwerk (senior executive advisory network) for business succession, and the cross-district Start@5 seminar series. The district is a participating partner in the H2.N.O.N hydrogen network covering 11 districts and 150+ partners, coordinating green hydrogen production from local wind and biogas resources. Strategic sector focus areas include food processing (notably DMK dairy), logistics, healthcare, and renewable energy.

Revenue is sourced through municipal taxation (Kreistagssteuer), state allocations from Lower Saxony (Landeszuweisungen), and federal grants, with the annual budget approved by the elected Kreistag (district council). The district operates wholly-owned subsidiaries including the Jobcenter for employment services and Abfallwirtschaftsbetrieb (AWR) for waste management. Regional Spatial Planning is governed by the RROP 2020 program (approved May 2020, amended 2021 and 2023), which designates land use including wind energy priority areas and peatland preservation zones, positioning the district as an active participant in Germany's renewable energy transition.

Name

District of Rotenburg-Wümme

Legal name

Landkreis Rotenburg (Wümme)

Website

https://lk-row.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1977

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Landkreis Rotenburg (Wümme) is a public administrative district in Lower Saxony, Germany, providing government services including citizen administration, economic development, spatial planning, and business support programs across 13 municipalities between Hamburg and Bremen.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public Administration Services

NAICS

Waste Management and Remediation Services (562), Administration of Air and Water Resource and Solid Waste Management Programs (92411), Administration of Environmental Quality Programs (924)

SIC

Refuse Systems (4953), Non-Operating Establishments (9995), Services-Employment Agencies (7361)

akta.pro primary industry

Rural / Remote Community MSW Collection (EUAIAAAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection & Transfer (BPALABAF)

Keywords

• Public administration services
• Economic development
• Business consulting
• Regional planning
• Hydrogen network

Headquarters

HQ city

Rotenburg

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Tax Revenue and State Funding: As a German district government, Landkreis Rotenburg (Wümme) is funded through municipal taxes (Kreistagssteuer), state allocations (Landeszuweisungen), and federal funding programs. Revenue supports public services, infrastructure, and economic development initiatives.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The District of Rotenburg-Wümme is a German Landkreis (rural district government) that provides public administrative services to citizens and businesses within its jurisdiction in Lower Saxony. Its core offerings include online citizen services via the Landkreis online portal, vehicle registration and permit processing, economic development programs for SMEs and startups, business consulting through the Wirtschaftsförderung team, innovation and funding consultation days, regional spatial planning via the RROP, and workforce integration services. The district also coordinates the H2.N.O.N hydrogen network with 11 districts and over 150 partners, and operates a women's workforce coordination office.

Product overview

The District of Rotenburg (Wümme) offers a comprehensive digital citizen services platform alongside economic development and business support programs. The online portal system includes citizen services, a career portal for government employment, and various administrative e-government solutions. Economic development offerings encompass business start-up consulting, innovation funding consultation days, a senior business executive network, and participation in the H2.N.O.N hydrogen network initiative. The county also maintains regional spatial planning services through its RROP program and operates a women's coordination office for workforce integration.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Online Citizen Portal (Landkreis online) Digital citizen services portal providing access to administrative procedures, online forms, and government services. Citizens can access various municipal services electronically including vehicle registration, permits, and general administrative tasks.
• Career Portal (Karriereportal) Online job portal for the county as an employer, listing current job openings, training opportunities, dual study programs, and practical placements. Includes application guidance and FAQ for candidates.
• Existenzgründung (Business Start-up Services) Free orientation consulting for business founders, including business plan development, permit information, funding advice, and connection to seminars and support networks. Provided by certified Existenzgründungsberater (startup consulting advisors).
• Innovations- und Fördermittelsprechtag (Innovation and Funding Consultation Day) Free consultation days for companies with innovation and investment projects. Provides one-hour individual consulting sessions to support SMEs with new product planning, operational expansions, R&D projects, and intellectual property commercialization. Delivered via Cisco Webex video conferencing in partnership with TZEW, NBank, IHK Stade, Handwerkskammer, and NBB.
• Wirtschaftssenioren-Netzwerk (Senior Business Executives Network) Network connecting retired entrepreneurs and executives with founders and existing businesses. Provides advisory support during and after business establishment, particularly for companies facing restructuring or succession challenges.
• H2.N.O.N Wasserstoffnetzwerk (Hydrogen Network Northeast Lower Saxony) Regional hydrogen network initiative connecting eleven counties in Northeast Lower Saxony. Works on climate-friendly energy supply through hydrogen technology in transport, heating, industry, and agriculture sectors. Over 150 partners collaborate on green hydrogen production. Regionalmanagement coordinated by MCON (Meyer Consulting) and Transferzentrum Elbe-Weser (TZEW).
• Regionales Raumordnungsprogramm (RROP 2020) Regional spatial planning program establishing land use designations including wind energy priority areas, settlement centers, mineral extraction zones, and nature conservation areas. The current RROP 2020 was approved on April 29, 2020 by the Kreistag and entered into force on May 28, 2020.
• Koordinierungsstelle Frauen und Wirtschaft (Women's Coordination Office) Coordination office connecting women and businesses in the county. Provides career development support, coaching, seminars, and networking opportunities for women re-entering or advancing in the workforce.
• Start@5 Seminar Series Monthly online seminar series for entrepreneurs covering business development topics. Joint initiative with IHK Elbe-Weser, Landkreise Osterholz, Verden, Handwerkskammer, and Kreishandwerkerschaft providing entrepreneurship education and networking.

Quantifiable outcome

• One of the lowest unemployment rates in Lower Saxony
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• H2.N.O.N Wasserstoffnetzwerk (Hydrogen Network Northeast Lower Saxony)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2020The H2.N.O.N hydrogen network is a collaboration of 11 districts in Northeast Lower Saxony working on hydrogen economy development. Landkreis Rotenburg (Wümme) is one of the partners. The network aims to produce 'green' hydrogen from renewable energies. The Regionalmanagement is coordinated by MCON (Meyer Consulting) and TZEW (Transferzentrum Elbe-Weser).
• Transferzentrum Elbe-Weser (TZEW)coreTechnology or IntegrationTZEW serves as a technology and innovation hub for the Elbe-Weser region, coordinating the H2.N.O.N Regionalmanagement together with MCON. They provide consultation to businesses on technology and innovation matters, and participate in the Innovation and Funding Consultation Days.
• MCON (Meyer Consulting)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMeyer Consulting from Oldenburg was selected through European tendering to coordinate the H2.N.O.N Regionalmanagement together with TZEW. They lead project initiation and coordinate hydrogen economy activities.
• Investitions- und Förderbank Niedersachsen (NBank)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerNBank is the investment and development bank of Lower Saxony. They participate in the Innovation and Funding Consultation Days to advise businesses on available funding programs. They also require KMU certificates for funding applications.
• Industrie- und Handelskammer Stade für den Elbe-Weser-Raum (IHK Stade)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerIHK Stade is the Chamber of Commerce for the Elbe-Weser region. They partner on the Innovation and Funding Consultation Days and the Start@5 seminar series to support business development.
• Handwerkskammer Braunschweig-Lüneburg-StadecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerThe Chamber of Trades provides support for skilled trades and crafts businesses, partnering on the Innovation and Funding Consultation Days to offer specialized advice for trade businesses.
• INNO.NON (Innovationsagentur Nordostniedersachsen)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFormerly known as ARTIE, INNO.NON is the Regional Network for Technology, Innovation and Development. The H2.N.O.N Regionalmanagement is housed at INNO.NON. Landkreis Osterholz holds the chair and coordination role.
• Wirtschaftssenioren-Netzwerk Landkreis Rotenburg (Wümme) e.V.minorGTM or Marketing PartnerA network of retired entrepreneurs and executives who provide consulting support to founders and businesses. They offer additional assistance for business restructuring, specific consulting needs, and business succession planning.
• IHK Elbe-WesercoreGTM or Marketing PartnerChamber of Commerce and Industry for the Elbe-Weser region, partnering on the Start@5 seminar series to provide business knowledge and networking opportunities for entrepreneurs.
• Landkreis OsterholzcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerNeighboring district participating in the Start@5 joint initiative for entrepreneurship support. Hosts the OHZ Power program for business support.
• Landkreis VerdencoreGTM or Marketing PartnerNeighboring district participating in the Start@5 joint initiative for entrepreneurship support and business development.
• Kreishandwerkerschaft Elbe-WeserminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCraft trade association participating in the Start@5 initiative to support skilled trades businesses and entrepreneurs.
• Amt für regionale Landesentwicklung Lüneburg (ArL LG)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerRegional development authority participating in the H2.N.O.N hydrogen network. The Regionalmanagement is funded through GRW (Gemeinschaftsaufgabe Verbesserung der regionalen Wirtschaftsstruktur) with federal and state funds.
• IHK Lüneburg-WolfsburgminorGTM or Marketing PartnerChamber of Commerce and Industry participating in the H2.N.O.N hydrogen network to support regional hydrogen economy development.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Landkreis Stade: Neighboring Lower Saxony district that co-partners on Start@5 seminars, H2.N.O.N hydrogen network, and Innovation/Funding Consultation Days; shares similar rural-to-metropolitan economic structure between Hamburg and Bremen.
• Landkreis Cuxhaven: Neighboring coastal Lower Saxony district with parallel Wirtschaftsförderung activities, shared Elbe-Weser regional identity, and similar municipal/government administrative functions.
• Landkreis Harburg: Lower Saxony district in the Hamburg metropolitan region with comparable economic development activities, SME support programs, and proximity-driven growth dynamics from Hamburg spillover.
• Landkreis Verden: Adjacent Lower Saxony district collaborating on the Start@5 entrepreneurship initiative; operates comparable economic development services and serves a similar SME ecosystem.
• Landkreis Osterholz: H2.N.O.N coordination lead and Start@5 partner; comparable Landkreis structure with active Wirtschaftsförderung and similar hydrogen economy focus, making it the closest operational peer.

Others

• Metropolregion Hamburg: Cross-state regional cooperation framework that the district joined in 1992, hosting the Wirtschaftsförderungsrat for coordinating economic development across municipal boundaries — a strategic umbrella rather than direct competitor.
• IHK Stade für den Elbe-Weser-Raum: Regional Chamber of Commerce co-hosting Start@5 and Innovation/Funding Consultation Days; serves overlapping business constituency in the Elbe-Weser region but with a private-sector mandate rather than public administration.

Broad incumbents

• Investitions- und Förderbank Niedersachsen (NBank): Lower Saxony's state development bank, which partners on Innovation/Funding Consultation Days and administers the KMU funding programs the district helps businesses access; operates one level above district-level Wirtschaftsförderung.

Regional players

• Landkreis Nienburg/Weser: Neighboring Lower Saxony district along the Weser axis with comparable rural-SME economic structure and similar public administrative functions, but serving a distinct territorial footprint.
• Landkreis Heidekreis: Adjacent Lower Saxony district to the south with similar rural character and SME support responsibilities; comparable population scale and economic development mandate, though distinct service area.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Landkreis_ROW
• Facebookfacebook.com/landkreisrow
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/landkreis-rotenburg

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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