Industry
Industry
THE INDUSTRIAL SECTOR OF LAGES: A PILLAR OF DEVELOPMENT AND GROWTH
The industrial sector of Lages stands out as one of the main economic drivers of the city and the Serra Catarinense region. With a well-structured infrastructure, a qualified workforce and a favorable business environment, the city has consolidated itself as an important industrial hub in Santa Catarina, especially in the timber, textile, metalworking, food and beverage segments.
Timber industry
Lages has one of the largest timber hubs in the country, with a strong presence of paper and pulp industries. The city is located in a region rich in pine forests, which benefits the forest-based industry.
The production of wood artifacts, as well as pulp processing, accounts for a significant part of job creation and revenue in the municipality.
Metal-mechanical Industry
The metal-mechanical industry stands out in the manufacturing of agricultural machinery, equipment, and metal parts, as well as the production of components for various factories. The sector also includes the production of machines and implements for the woodworking, forestry, and automotive industries. Proximity to timber and agribusiness hubs drives the demand for specialized parts and accessories. This robust segment attracts new companies, supported by a globally renowned supply chain, ensuring innovation and high-quality production.
Food Industry
The food industry also focuses on agribusiness and the processing of products derived from agriculture and livestock, such as meat (pork and beef) and organic products.
The production of fruit-derived products also stands out, with some family businesses excelling in the regional and national market.
Textile Industry
In the textile industry, there are more than 70 companies with production lines for industrial uniforms, knitwear, lingerie and curtains, with around two thousand direct jobs, and an injection into the local and regional economy of R$5 million per month in salaries.
Economic indicators industrial sector
The economic indicators of Lages' industrial sector are crucial for evaluating the performance and growth potential of the city's industries. These indicators help to understand the sector's economic impact and its contribution to local development, as well as serving as a indicator for investors and managers.
With this data, it becomes clear how many opportunities Lages offers for those looking to invest here.
Furniture Industry: Always abundant raw materials, available metalworking, and skilled labor.
Food Industry: Rich orchards, cattle, swine, and poultry farming, as well as dairy products.
Timber Industry: Provides raw materials for numerous activities such as furniture, paper, packaging, etc.
Metal-Mechanical Industry: robust infrastructure, established suppliers, and the region's economic diversity. With abundant natural resources and government support, investors can integrate metal-mechanical activities with the agricultural, forestry, and agro-industrial sectors, enhancing value creation and innovation in the city.
Infrastructure and Training
Lages has an adequate infrastructure to support the growth of the industrial sector. The city is well-positioned in relation to the state's main highways, such as BR-116 and BR-282, facilitating the distribution of products to other regions and states. Additionally, the Orion Technology Park, a center for innovation and business incubation, has proven to be a great ally to the local industry, providing support to companies seeking innovation and technological development. The Municipality offers the availability of municipal land within the Orion Park for the installation of technology-based and innovative companies.
The qualification of the workforce is also a strong point of the city. With the presence of institutions such as SENAI, IFSC and Universities, Lages has a solid educational base that supplies the industrial sector with professionals trained in the most diverse areas, such as engineering, technology, management and industrial processes.
Growth Potential
The industrial sector of Lages continues to expand, especially with the strengthening of public-private partnerships, tax incentives and support from entities such as ACIL, CDL, Associação Rural de Lages, Banco da Família and Uniplac. Aside from, the focus on sustainability, with greener industrial practices and the implementation of new technologies, should be a competitive advantage for the future of the local industry.
Lages offers a solid base for investors, with great potential for growth and diversification. The city offers a favorable environment for new investments, whether in strengthening traditional sectors or in expanding new industrial areas, where the infrastructure and regulatory environment support industrial growth and innovation. Entrepreneurs and investors can count on qualified labor and incentives to make Lages an industrial reference in the state and in the country.
