MANUFACTURING

Hungary's competitive manufacturing environment, skilled workforce, and strategic location at the heart of Europe make it an attractive destination for international manufacturing investments. We guide foreign investors through the complexities of establishing manufacturing operations, from initial feasibility assessments to full production deployment across diverse industrial sectors.

Our services encompass structuring optimal investment vehicles for manufacturing projects, whether through greenfield facility developments, acquisition of existing manufacturing assets, or joint venture arrangements with local partners. We provide detailed analysis of manufacturing sector investment incentives, including government grants for industrial development, EU structural funds for manufacturing innovation, and tax benefits available for large-scale manufacturing investments.

For clients considering substantial manufacturing investments, we coordinate environmental specialists, and financial advisors to ensure comprehensive due diligence processes that address regulatory compliance and long-term operational sustainability within Hungary's competitive manufacturing landscape.

We assist foreign manufacturing companies in establishing the most advantageous corporate structures for their Hungarian operations. Our expertise includes negotiating and drafting syndicate and investment agreements that facilitate complex funding arrangements for large-scale manufacturing projects. These agreements ensure proper risk allocation, governance structures, and exit mechanisms that protect investor interests while enabling operational flexibility.

Our manufacturing industry mergers and acquisitions legal support encompasses the full transaction lifecycle, from strategic planning through post-completion integration. We provide comprehensive sale and purchase agreement drafting and negotiation services, ensuring that acquisition structures optimize tax efficiency while addressing operational continuity and regulatory compliance requirements specific to manufacturing operations.

International manufacturing companies benefit from our extensive experience in cross-border mergers and cross-border acquisitions. We navigate the complexities of multi-jurisdictional transactions, coordinating with international counsel to ensure seamless execution of complex manufacturing acquisitions that span multiple regulatory frameworks.

Our expertise in mergers, demergers and conversion processes enables clients to optimize their corporate structures as business needs evolve. Whether consolidating manufacturing operations, spinning off business units, or restructuring for operational efficiency, we provide strategic legal guidance that minimizes disruption while maximizing commercial benefits.

Foreign direct investment in Hungary's manufacturing sector requires careful navigation of regulatory approval processes. Our FDI advisory services include comprehensive FDI filings and FDI clearance support, ensuring that investment structures comply with national security considerations and sectoral restrictions while optimizing approval timelines.

We provide specialized competition law advisory for manufacturing companies, helping clients understand how competition regulations impact their operational strategies, supplier relationships, and market positioning. Our antitrust compliance and risk assessment services ensure that business practices align with EU and Hungarian competition law requirements.

For transactions requiring regulatory approval, we manage merger clearance and competition authority filing processes, coordinating with competition authorities to secure necessary approvals while minimizing conditions or restrictions that could impact business operations.

Manufacturing operations require sophisticated facility planning that addresses production requirements, environmental compliance, and regulatory approvals across multiple jurisdictions. We provide end-to-end legal support for industrial real estate transactions, from site selection through facility commissioning and ongoing operations.

Our services extend to negotiating complex industrial park arrangements, manufacturing facility acquisitions, and build-to-suit agreements that accommodate specialized production requirements. We advise on compliance with industrial zoning regulations, environmental permitting for manufacturing activities.

Our expertise includes structuring shared infrastructure arrangements and utility connections that reduce operational costs while maintaining regulatory compliance.

Manufacturing companies require specialized real estate arrangements that accommodate heavy industrial use, specialized equipment, and complex operational requirements. Our lease agreement drafting and negotiation services address the unique needs of manufacturing operations, including provisions for equipment installation, utility access, environmental compliance, and operational flexibility.

We provide comprehensive industrial lease agreements and compliance advisory, ensuring that lease terms support manufacturing operations while protecting tenant interests and addressing landlord requirements. Our expertise includes negotiating lease modifications for facility expansions, equipment upgrades, and operational changes that commonly occur in dynamic manufacturing environments.

Our legal support for real estate sale and purchase agreements encompasses all aspects of industrial property acquisitions, from initial due diligence through closing and post-acquisition compliance. We ensure that acquisition structures address environmental liabilities, zoning compliance, and operational continuity requirements essential for manufacturing operations.

For companies establishing new manufacturing facilities, our manufacturing site acquisitions and due diligence services provide comprehensive analysis of site suitability, regulatory compliance, and operational feasibility. We coordinate technical, environmental, and legal due diligence to ensure that site selection decisions support long-term operational success.

We assist clients through complex reclassification processes when manufacturing operations require changes to land use designations or zoning classifications. Our expertise ensures that reclassification procedures are completed efficiently while meeting all regulatory requirements.

Manufacturing companies increasingly integrate renewable energy systems to reduce operational costs and meet sustainability objectives. Our solar power project contracts address the complex legal requirements of on-site renewable energy generation, including power purchase agreements, equipment supply arrangements, and grid connection agreements.

We provide comprehensive solar power project regulatory compliance support, ensuring that renewable energy installations meet permitting requirements, safety standards, and operational regulations. Our legal advisory for renewable energy projects encompasses project development, financing, construction, and operational phases.

Our utility contracts drafting and negotiation services address the complex utility requirements of manufacturing operations, including primary power supply agreements, backup power arrangements, and specialized utility services for industrial processes.

Manufacturing facility development requires coordinated legal support across multiple transaction types and construction phases. Our legal due diligence for acquisitions and industrial real estate deals ensures comprehensive risk assessment and mitigation strategies for complex manufacturing property transactions.

We provide transactional legal advisory for manufacturing M&A and real estate projects, coordinating legal, commercial, and technical aspects of complex transactions. Our cross-border manufacturing transactions and legal structuring expertise ensures that international transactions comply with all applicable regulatory requirements while optimizing commercial outcomes.

Our general construction agreements address the specialized requirements of manufacturing facility construction, including provisions for specialized equipment installation, process integration, and operational commissioning. We provide advisory services for construction permits and occupancy permits, ensuring that permit applications are properly prepared and regulatory requirements are satisfied.

We excel at navigating construction permit procedures and construction authority proceedings, helping clients understand regulatory requirements and manage approval processes efficiently. Our expertise reduces approval timelines while ensuring full compliance with safety, environmental, and operational regulations.

Hungary's manufacturing sector operates within comprehensive regulatory frameworks.

We provide ongoing regulatory compliance support for manufacturing operations.

For clients engaged in advanced manufacturing, we provide guidance on cybersecurity requirements for connected manufacturing systems, data protection compliance and regulatory frameworks governing autonomous manufacturing technologies.

Modern manufacturing operations depend on connected systems and digital technologies that create new cybersecurity requirements and regulatory obligations. Our NIS2 Directive compliance advisory for manufacturing companies ensures that critical infrastructure operators understand and comply with enhanced cybersecurity requirements under European and Hungarian law.

We provide comprehensive legal services for NIS2 cybersecurity requirements, including risk assessment, compliance planning, and ongoing regulatory support for manufacturing companies subject to critical infrastructure regulations. Our cybersecurity audits evaluate existing security measures against regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

Our expertise includes structuring agreements with cybersecurity auditors that ensure independent validation of security measures while protecting confidential business information and maintaining operational continuity during audit processes.

We develop NIS2-compliant cybersecurity policies that address the specific operational requirements of manufacturing companies while meeting regulatory obligations. Our internal cybersecurity governance frameworks ensure that cybersecurity management integrates effectively with existing operational and quality management systems.

Our services include drafting and implementing cybersecurity policies that address incident response, risk management, supply chain security, and operational continuity requirements specific to manufacturing environments. We provide legal advisory for cybersecurity incidents, helping clients manage regulatory reporting obligations while protecting business interests and operational continuity.

Manufacturing companies handle diverse types of sensitive information, including proprietary production data, customer information, and employee records. Our data protection policy drafting and implementation services ensure comprehensive compliance with GDPR and Hungarian data protection requirements.

We develop GDPR-compliant data governance policies that address the specific data handling requirements of manufacturing operations, including production data management, customer information processing, and international data transfers common in global manufacturing operations.

Our data privacy compliance services include ongoing compliance monitoring, training programs, and incident response support. We conduct data protection risk assessments that identify potential vulnerabilities and develop mitigation strategies tailored to manufacturing operational requirements.

Our expertise includes legal risk mitigation for sensitive industrial data, ensuring that proprietary manufacturing information, customer data, and operational intelligence receive appropriate protection while supporting necessary business operations and regulatory compliance requirements.

Modern manufacturing operations depend on sophisticated global supply chains that require careful legal structuring to ensure reliability, cost-effectiveness, and risk management. We structure and negotiate commercial agreements that support our clients' manufacturing operations, including supplier agreements, raw material procurement contracts, and finished goods distribution arrangements.

Our expertise extends to manufacturing outsourcing agreements, including original equipment manufacturer arrangements, contract manufacturing agreements, and toll manufacturing structures that optimize production flexibility while maintaining quality control. We advise on compliance with competition law requirements in manufacturing arrangements and supply chain coordination agreements.

For clients developing integrated supply chains, we provide guidance on logistics and transportation agreements, customs compliance for international manufacturing operations, and supply chain financing structures that support working capital optimization across complex manufacturing networks.

Manufacturing companies face complex tax considerations that impact supply chain structuring, operational efficiency, and profitability. Our industrial supply chain VAT analysis and advisory services ensure that supply chain arrangements optimize VAT efficiency while maintaining compliance with Hungarian and EU VAT regulations.

We provide specialized expertise in VAT treatment of industrial construction, addressing the unique VAT considerations that arise when manufacturing companies develop or modify production facilities. Our tax risk assessment of contracts identifies potential VAT exposures and develops mitigation strategies that protect against unexpected tax liabilities.

Our legal guidance on VAT treatment of industrial construction and real estate projects ensures that facility development projects structure VAT obligations optimally while meeting all regulatory requirements. We develop comprehensive VAT strategies that align with broader business objectives and operational requirements.

Our transactional advisory on VAT implications in industrial contracts ensures that commercial arrangements optimize VAT efficiency while supporting operational flexibility and compliance requirements. We provide legal support for VAT registration processes and ongoing VAT compliance obligations for foreign companies establishing Hungarian manufacturing operations.

Our VAT risk assessment and advisory for manufacturing transactions identifies potential VAT exposures in complex cross-border manufacturing arrangements and develops strategies to manage these risks effectively while supporting commercial objectives.

Environmental considerations are central to manufacturing operations, with EU and Hungarian regulations establishing comprehensive requirements for emissions control, waste management, and resource efficiency. Foreign manufacturing businesses must integrate environmental compliance into their operational planning from project inception.

We advise on environmental permitting requirements for manufacturing facilities.

Circular economy principles and sustainability reporting requirements are becoming essential components of manufacturing compliance. We assist clients in developing waste reduction strategies, implementing circular manufacturing processes, and accessing green financing options that support sustainable manufacturing practices while meeting regulatory requirements and stakeholder expectations.

Manufacturing investments require comprehensive environmental risk assessment to identify potential liabilities and ensure regulatory compliance. Our environmental legal due diligence for manufacturing companies provides thorough analysis of environmental compliance status, potential liabilities, and regulatory requirements affecting manufacturing operations.

We conduct legal assessment of environmental compliance for existing manufacturing facilities, identifying areas where operational practices may require modification to meet current regulatory standards. Our due diligence on environmental permits in industrial real estate transactions ensures that permit transfers and modifications support continued manufacturing operations.

For merger and acquisition transactions, our environmental risk due diligence in manufacturing M&A transactions identifies potential environmental liabilities and develops strategies to manage these risks in transaction structures. Our greenfield project environmental legal due diligence and compliance ensures that new manufacturing facilities incorporate environmental compliance from project inception.

Our industrial site environmental legal due diligence and legal advisory services provide comprehensive analysis of site conditions, regulatory requirements, and operational constraints that may impact manufacturing activities.

Modern manufacturing companies face increasing requirements to demonstrate environmental and social responsibility through formal ESG frameworks and reporting systems. Our ESG policy drafting and implementation for industrial companies develops comprehensive governance structures that address environmental impact, social responsibility, and corporate governance requirements.

We specialize in preparing ESG and sustainability legal frameworks that integrate with operational management systems while meeting stakeholder expectations and regulatory requirements. Our services include advising on ESG reporting and regulatory compliance, ensuring that reporting systems provide accurate information while protecting confidential business information.

Manufacturing companies increasingly access specialized financing structures that support environmental objectives while reducing operational costs. Our legal advisory on green financing for manufacturing and industrial projects structures financing arrangements that optimize cost of capital while meeting environmental criteria and regulatory requirements.

We provide environmental and ESG compliance support for greenfield investment projects, ensuring that new manufacturing facilities incorporate sustainability principles from project inception. Our green funding legal support helps clients access EU structural funds, government grants, and private financing options that support sustainable manufacturing development.

Our compliance advisory for renewable energy and energy efficiency projects in manufacturing addresses the complex regulatory requirements governing on-site renewable energy generation, energy efficiency improvements, and related operational modifications that support environmental objectives.

Manufacturing operations require specialized workforce management that addresses technical skill requirements, shift work arrangements, and compliance with occupational safety standards. We provide comprehensive employment law support tailored to the unique requirements of manufacturing businesses.

Our services include structuring employment arrangements for manufacturing workers, including skilled technicians, production supervisors, and maintenance personnel. We advise on compliance with working time regulations for continuous manufacturing processes, health and safety requirements for industrial environments, and social security obligations for manufacturing employers.

Manufacturing companies often require organizational restructuring to adapt to changing market conditions, technological developments, or operational efficiency requirements. Our TUPE proceedings expertise ensures that employee transfers comply with regulatory requirements while minimizing operational disruption and legal risk.

We provide comprehensive support for collective redundancy proceedings, managing complex consultation requirements and regulatory compliance obligations that arise when manufacturing operations require workforce reductions. Our legal succession proceedings services address the employment law implications when manufacturing businesses undergo ownership changes or corporate restructuring.

Our employment law advisory for works council compliance and operations ensures that employee consultation requirements are met effectively while supporting management decision-making authority. We provide comprehensive support for drafting and reviewing works council resolutions and agreements that balance employee interests with operational flexibility.

Manufacturing companies require specialized employment arrangements that address the unique requirements of industrial operations. Our preparation of employee agreements services ensure that employment contracts address technical skill requirements, safety obligations, and operational flexibility needs specific to manufacturing environments.

We provide expert support for termination of employee agreements and employee relationships, ensuring that termination procedures comply with regulatory requirements while minimizing legal risk and operational disruption. Our expertise includes managing complex termination scenarios involving skilled technical personnel and supervisory staff.

Manufacturing operations involve inherent safety risks that require comprehensive legal preparation and response capabilities. Our legal support for workplace accident documentation and claims ensures that accident response procedures protect both employee interests and employer legal positions.

We provide specialized workplace accident liability and legal representation for manufacturers, managing the complex legal issues that arise when workplace accidents occur in industrial environments. Our legal services in workplace accident procedures include regulatory compliance, insurance coordination, and dispute resolution.

Our comprehensive approach includes drafting employment agreements and HR policies that address safety requirements, training obligations, and accident prevention measures specific to manufacturing operations. We provide ongoing legal advisory on employee relations and labour law compliance, ensuring that employment practices support both operational efficiency and regulatory compliance.

Our legal advisory for employer representation services include support for employment disputes, regulatory investigations, and complex employee relations issues that commonly arise in manufacturing environments.

Manufacturing competitiveness increasingly depends on proprietary technologies, manufacturing processes, and product innovations that require sophisticated intellectual property protection strategies. We provide comprehensive IP services for manufacturing clients, including patent protection for manufacturing technologies, trade secret management for proprietary processes, and IP due diligence for manufacturing acquisitions.

Our services encompass negotiation of technology licensing agreements for manufacturing processes, equipment supply arrangements with IP components, and joint development agreements for manufacturing innovation projects. We advise on compliance with competition law requirements in manufacturing technology licensing and standards-essential patent arrangements.

Manufacturing companies often require access to proprietary technologies, processes, or designs through licensing arrangements that balance operational flexibility with IP protection requirements. Our patent and trademark license agreements address the complex commercial and technical requirements of manufacturing licensing, including production volume limitations, quality control obligations, and territorial restrictions.

We provide comprehensive legal support for IP clauses in supplier, partner, and M&A contracts, ensuring that intellectual property rights are properly protected while supporting necessary business operations. Our expertise includes structuring IP provisions that address technology transfer, joint development activities, and operational integration requirements.

For manufacturing companies developing proprietary technologies or processes, our patent registration services ensure comprehensive protection for innovations while optimizing filing strategies and prosecution costs. We provide strategic patent portfolio development that aligns with business objectives and competitive positioning.

Our trademark filing, protection, and enforcement services address the complex branding requirements of manufacturing companies, including product marks, certification marks, and industrial design protection. We conduct patent and trademark due diligence in M&A and industrial transactions, identifying IP assets and potential infringement risks that may impact transaction value or operational continuity.

Manufacturing processes often depend on proprietary know-how, production techniques, and operational methods that qualify for trade secret protection. We provide litigation representation in business secret and trade secret cases, protecting valuable manufacturing information through comprehensive legal strategies.

Our legal support for intellectual property disputes includes both litigation representation and alternative dispute resolution for patent infringement, trademark disputes, and trade secret misappropriation claims. We develop dispute resolution strategies that protect IP rights while minimizing operational disruption.

Manufacturing companies require comprehensive protection for confidential information, proprietary processes, and competitive advantages. Our services include preparing non-compete clauses in agreements that protect legitimate business interests while maintaining enforceability under Hungarian and EU law.

We provide expert legal drafting of non-disclosure and non-compete agreements tailored to manufacturing operations, addressing the protection of technical information, customer relationships, and operational know-how. Our advisory on intellectual property rights and employee restrictions ensures that employment agreements provide appropriate protection while complying with regulatory constraints on employee mobility.

Intellectual property assets can provide significant tax advantages for manufacturing companies when properly structured and managed. Our legal advisory on IP tax benefits for manufacturing companies identifies opportunities to optimize tax efficiency through IP holding structures and licensing arrangements.

We provide comprehensive IP tax planning and optimization for industrial operations, structuring IP arrangements that maximize tax benefits while maintaining operational flexibility and regulatory compliance. Our expertise includes implementing IP tax benefit structures that align with broader business objectives and international tax planning strategies.

We provide ongoing support through dispute resolution for denied or contested IP tax benefits, ensuring that clients can effectively defend tax positions and maintain access to intended tax advantages.

Manufacturing companies face significant exposure to product liability claims that can impact both financial performance and operational continuity. Our legal representation in product liability disputes for manufacturers provides comprehensive defense strategies that protect against excessive damage awards while maintaining customer relationships and brand reputation.

We provide specialized product liability litigation and advisory services, managing complex technical disputes involving product design, manufacturing defects, and warning adequacy. Our representation in product defect and liability lawsuits includes coordination with technical experts, insurance carriers, and international counsel when cross-border issues arise.

Our legal support for manufacturers facing product liability claims includes early case assessment, settlement negotiation, and trial representation when necessary. We develop defense strategies that address both immediate legal exposure and long-term risk management objectives.

Effective product liability management begins with comprehensive risk prevention strategies incorporated into standard business operations. Our preparation of standard terms and conditions for industrial product sales ensures that commercial arrangements include appropriate liability limitations, warranty disclaimers, and risk allocation provisions that protect manufacturing companies from excessive exposure.

We specialize in incorporating product liability clauses into manufacturing contracts that address component supply arrangements, distribution agreements, and end-user sales contracts. Our general terms and conditions advisory for manufacturers ensures that standard commercial terms provide comprehensive protection while remaining commercially acceptable to customers and business partners.

Our approach integrates product liability risk management with broader commercial objectives, ensuring that legal protection supports rather than constrains business development and customer relationship management.