Why Establish Your Business in Grand-Orly Seine Bièvre?

A Strategic Gateway to Greater Paris

Nestled in the heart of the Île-de-France region—Europe’s leading economic hub in terms of GDP and R&D—Grand-Orly Seine Bièvre boasts a prime location just south of the French capital. Comprising 24 municipalities, it is the largest and most populous area within the Greater Paris Metropolis.

Covering 124 km², the territory is home to:

• 725,000 residents
• 285,000 jobs
• A dynamic transit network with 21 RER and metro stations

Designated as an “Industrial Territory” by the French government, Grand-Orly Seine Bièvre is a key player in France’s national strategy for industrial renewal and territorial development. Over €20 million has already been mobilized to support innovative local industrial projects.

Exceptional Connectivity

Home to Paris-Orly International Airport, the area enjoys unparalleled access to major French and European markets. It is strategically positioned between the inner and outer Paris suburbs and is served by an extensive public transport network:

• RER B, C, D
• Metro lines 7 and 14
• Tramway line 7

Connectivity will soon be enhanced with:

• Grand Paris Express metro lines 15 and 18
• A new high-speed TGV station at Pont de Rungis (2025–2027)

Major highways (A6, A106, A86) provide seamless road access.

Key Figures at a Glance

• 1 international market: Rungis International Market (MIN)
• 285,000 jobs
• 52,000 businesses
• 6,000 new companies created annually
• 1,300 social economy organizations, employing 16,000
• 23,000 students in 5 universities and 16 engineering schools
• 11 clusters & innovation networks
• 30+ innovation hubs, including 5 operated locally
• 5 major hospitals, including 3 university hospitals
• 9 urban ports

A Major Economic Engine in Greater Paris

As the third largest economic hub in the Greater Paris area—after the City of Paris and Paris Ouest La Défense—Grand-Orly Seine Bièvre supports a rich and diverse economic landscape. Key clusters include:

• Orly-Rungis Cluster: A powerhouse of airport-linked activity, generating over 70,000 jobs
• Seine Valley Industrial Corridor: Focused on reindustrialization and innovation
• Health & Services Hub: Anchored by the Gustave Roussy Institute, Europe’s leading cancer center
• Southern Business Fabric: A balanced mix of industries and services

The region offers a robust, competitive real estate market suitable for companies of all sizes and stages, from startups to corporate headquarters.

Driving Sustainable Growth

Grand-Orly Seine Bièvre is deeply committed to sustainability, guided by its Territorial Project, Climate-Air-Energy Plan, and Climate Emergency task force. It actively supports low-carbon, climate-resilient initiatives and infrastructure.

A Diverse Economy with Strategic Sectors

With over 52,000 businesses across a variety of industries, the region is a thriving ecosystem for:

• Airport and air transport operations
• Healthcare and hospital services
• Industrial and service sectors

High-potential industries include:

• Digital technologies
• Healthcare and life sciences
• Agrifood
• Green transition and sustainable development

Major employers already established here include:
Groupe ADP, Air France, Sanofi, Air Liquide Santé France, FNAC-Darty, LCL, Groupe Casino, L’Oréal, Orange France, Alpine, Velux.

The territory also benefits from a vibrant and growing ecosystem of SMEs and start-ups, reinforcing its innovation capacity.

A Forward-Looking Territory

By 2026, the arrival of four new Grand Paris Express stations (Line 15) and nearly 5 million m² of new developments—with 2.3 million m² dedicated to business activities—will further position Grand-Orly Seine Bièvre as a territory of the future.

Strategic development sites include:

• Les Ardoines (Vitry-sur-Seine)
• Former Renault Factory (Choisy-le-Roi)
• Villeneuve Triage rail yard (Villeneuve-Saint-Georges)
• Carelle site (Villeneuve-le-Roi)
• Cœur Orly (Orly and Paray-Vieille-Poste)

Business-Friendly Real Estate Opportunities

Grand-Orly Seine Bièvre offers a diverse portfolio of real estate for all business needs:

• Offices for rent or purchase
• Industrial spaces and logistics hubs
• Land plots for tailored development

Whether you are launching a startup, relocating a headquarters, or scaling operations, the region offers secure, future-ready options.

A Thriving Innovation Ecosystem

The territory fosters innovation across four strategic sectors:

• Health – Well-being – Autonomy
• Sustainable cities
• Digital technologies
• Agrifood

This is made possible through:

• 11 innovation and competitiveness clusters
• Support for local industries and collaborative R&D
• Incubation of startups and emerging technologies

Grand-Orly Seine Bièvre actively promotes synergies between businesses, institutions, and communities—driving inclusive, future-focused economic development.