Tourism Hits Record High This Summer
Austria’s summer tourism season in 2024 saw a record 81.59 million overnight stays, the highest number since records began in 1973.
Austrian Post Sets Record with 1.56 Million Daily Deliveries
By December 24, up to 54 million letters, Christmas cards and 20 million parcels are expected to be delivered.
People in Austria Donate Over €1 Billion in 2023
While support for victims of the war in Ukraine has decreased, donations were largely driven by the earthquake in Turkey and Syria.
Austria’s Population to Reach 10 Million by the 2060s
Statistik Austria says migration is the only reason for the increase, as without it, the population would fall to 1950s levels.
Klimabonus to Cost Nearly €2 Billion This Year
The scheme, designed to offset environmental damage, has faced increasing criticism regarding its cost-effectiveness and broad reach.
Nearly 85% of Austria’s Electricity Comes from Renewables
The 84.73% derived from renewables comprised 61.65% hydropower, 12.15% wind energy, and 10.93% solar energy, biomass, and other renewables.
Austrian Electronics Industry Faces Tough Year Ahead
The decline in the export rate, high energy costs, wage negotiations, and political inaction have exacerbated the crisis.
Over 92,000 People Claim Craftsperson Bonus
The average refund is around €800, with the most common applications being for carpentry, painting, and gas and plumbing work.
Apprenticeships on the Rise in Vienna as Female Numbers Grow
Around 3,400 companies in Vienna now offer apprenticeship, with the city council training about 600 apprentices in over 20 professions.
Study: Retail Spaces in Austria in Decline
The decline has persisted for a decade but accelerated in the last two years, particularly affecting footwear, electronics, furniture, and clothing.