The city of Clermont-Ferrand is located in the center of France in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. It is ranked as the 23rd largest municipality and 19th largest urban area in France.

With nearly 143,000 inhabitants to date, this city is the capital of the Massif Central, one of the key regions in the French economic sector. Whether by road or rail, Clermont-Ferrand is easily accessible, thus enhancing its national recognition. Also boasting an airport serving about twenty destinations, Clermont-Ferrand also establishes itself as an internationally visible city.

Offering a wide range of university and higher education programs, Clermont-Ferrand develops its innovative potential and research across various fields. Today, nearly 5,000 researchers are working on the creation and development of new technologies.

Historically linked to the industrial sector through the Michelin factory (France's number one tire manufacturer), Clermont-Ferrand is now diversifying with industries in the agri-food, mechanical engineering, and other sectors.