Much larger joint labour market
An Öresund Metro between Copenhagen and Malmö will result in an expansion of the regions’ common labour market and an increase in the number of jobs within a radius of 60 minutes from 800,000 to 1.3 million.
By reducing travel times with an Öresund Metro and making more efficient connections, the catchment area within 60 minutes from Copenhagen Central Station or Malmö Central Station across Öresund will grow by one million up to a total of 2.3 million people in 2035. Consequently, the joint labour market will increase. Furthermore, the number of workplaces within 60 minutes travel will rise from 800,000 to 1.3 million. This is 500,000 more workplaces. This will increase the potential joint labour market significantly and make the Greater Copenhagen region even more attractive for businesses, investment and highly skilled labour.
