For the sixth year in a row, the Technopolis Moscow SEZ has been named the best in Russia

The Technopolis Moscow Special Economic Zone (SEZ) has once again reaffirmed its status as a leader among Russia’s industrial sites. It secured first place in the 10th National Investment Attractiveness Rating within the category of technology-innovation SEZs. The results were announced at the 4th International SEZ Forum, which is being held in the capital for the first time as part of the 2nd Moscow Investment and Industrial Forum. This was reported by Maxim Liksutov, Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Transport and Industry.

"For the sixth consecutive year, the Technopolis Moscow Special Economic Zone has maintained its lead in the National Investment Attractiveness Rating. This is the result of the city’s systematic efforts: under the direction of Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin, we have placed a strong focus on developing the site and creating the right conditions for high-tech manufacturing to take root there. Today, the total investment in the development of the SEZ exceeds 900 billion rubles, with the vast majority contributed by the resident companies themselves. More than 250 innovative firms operate across 10 sites, producing goods that are in high demand nationwide—ranging from microelectronics and medical equipment to components for the industrial and transport sectors," noted Maxim Liksutov.

The rating was compiled by the Association of Clusters, Technology Parks, and SEZs of Russia, with support from the Russian Ministry of Economic Development. The 2024 assessment was based on 44 indicators, grouped into seven sub-indices. Experts evaluated factors such as the business environment, the availability of infrastructure and land resources, transparency, and the professional capabilities of the management companies.

"For the sixth year in a row, Technopolis Moscow has taken the top spot among technology-innovation SEZs. This consistency is particularly noteworthy given the ongoing evolution of the sites themselves and the shifting requirements of investors. Furthermore, the purpose of the rating extends beyond simply identifying the leaders." "It enables management companies to benchmark their performance against other SEZs, identify areas for operational improvement, and adopt practices that foster more predictable conditions for the implementation of investment projects," noted Mikhail Labudin, Director of the Association of Clusters, Technology Parks, and SEZs of Russia.

In 2026, the Technopolis Moscow Special Economic Zone marks its 20th anniversary. Over the past two decades, the project has evolved from a launchpad for innovative ventures into a key hub for domestic industry and a magnet for companies that are shaping Russia’s technological sovereignty. Today, across 10 sites spanning a total of 430 hectares, Technopolis Moscow hosts the production facilities of more than 250 high-tech enterprises operating in strategic sectors such as microelectronics, instrumentation, biomedicine, IT, and robotics.

Sergey Sobyanin has designated October 2026 as "Moscow Industry Month." The program features over 25 events tailored for businesses, students, young professionals, city residents, and tourists. The capital is hosting the Moscow Investment and Industrial Forum, and for the first time, the city is also welcoming the International Forum of Special Economic Zones, attended by partners from BRICS, the EAEU, and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization.

The Moscow Investment and Industrial Forum serves as a platform for dialogue between government representatives, investors, and industrial leaders. This is the second time the forum has been held in the capital, following its inaugural edition in 2025. The event brings together discussions on investment policy, support measures for enterprises, technological development, and workforce training.