Invest Hong Kong discovering the fintech and green economy sectors
On June 27, 2025, the Nice Côte d’Azur Metropolis welcomed a delegation from Invest Hong Kong, as part of an economic prospection mission focused on two strategic sectors: fintech and the green economy. This visit, in which Team Nice Côte d’Azur took part, was part of an approach to present the innovation capacities and economic […]
Nice Airport Train Station, Europe’s First Bioclimatic Station
June 19, 2025 marks the official launch of construction for the Nice-Airport multimodal station in Saint-Augustin, with commissioning scheduled for 2029. This bioclimatic station will feature a photovoltaic canopy producing 600 megawatts per year and a 4,200 m² landscaped garden to limit the effects of climate change. The station will accommodate 3.8 million passengers per […]
Nice Convention Center: an infrastructure serving international events
On April 30, 2025, the convention center was officially handed over to the State and to Costa Rica in preparation for the United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC-3), following works delivered on schedule. The Nice Convention Center, located on Quai Infernet, is set to become a key infrastructure for hosting international events. The convention center is […]
Air quality in Nice: significant reduction in fine particle pollution
Nice has cut PM2.5 fine particle concentrations around schools by 50% between 2019 and 2023, according to a report by the association Respire. Across the Nice Côte d’Azur Metropolis, emissions of nitrogen oxide (NOx) have dropped by 64%, and fine particle (PM2.5) emissions by 46% between 2008 and 2022, according to data from Atmosud, the […]
Nice remains the Top Major French Metropolis for quality of life
Nice ranks first for quality of life among major French metropolitan areas with over 300,000 inhabitants for the second consecutive year and 6th among cities with over 100,000 inhabitants, according to the 2025 ranking by the Association of Cities & Villages Where Life is Good, published on February 16 in the Journal du Dimanche. The […]
Nice Côte d’Azur Metropolis Joins the Plan Bleu
Christian Estrosi, Mayor of Nice, President of the Nice Côte d’Azur Metropolis, and Deputy President of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur Region, announced on Friday, January 24, the Metropolis’ adhesion to the Plan Bleu. Nice Côte d’Azur is the first French local authority to join the Plan Bleu, a European program aimed at raising awareness on environmental […]
The Festival Play Azur, a celebration of pop culture and the geek world in Nice
Key dates: February 1 and 2, 2025, at the Palais des Expositions in Nice Cultural diversity: cinema, video games, Asian cultures, science and technology Event fusion: the Wizard Festival joins Play Azur 2025 The major pop culture event on the French Riviera On February 1 and 2, 2025, the Play Azur Festival will return for […]
Nice Côte d’Azur: a dynamic 2024 in the service of attractiveness
The year 2024 was marked by major investments, international events and strategic advances in key sectors. Through its actions, Team Nice Côte d’Azur contributed to promoting the Nice Côte d’Azur Metropolis on the global stage, showcasing the many assets of the territory. Team Nice Côte d’Azur: contributing to the international attractiveness of the territory In […]
Nice’s attractiveness confirmed by a significant increase in population.
According to INSEE data, Nice recorded an increase of 5,592 residents in 2022 (+1.6%), reaching a total population of 356,603. Over six years, from 2017 to 2022, the city gained nearly 14,000 residents, representing a growth of approximately 4%. Exceptional Quality of Life : Nice ranks first among major French metropolitan areas for quality of […]
Nice: 4th Best Destination to Invest in Europe
Key Points Nice ranks 4th in the Forbes USA ranking: Ranked: The 10 Top Places To Invest In Europe By European Best Destinations. The city is number 1 for real estate investment due to its price stability and strong international demand. Real estate investments can generate high seasonal income. An Attractive and Stable Real Estate […]
