City of Blades & Automotive Supplier
Online Business English Course Solingen
Solingen is Germany's City of Blades — the centre of the cutlery industry for over 600 years. Wüsthof has been producing knives here since 1814 for the global market, Zwilling J.A. Henckels has exported to over 100 countries since 1731, and BIA Group supplies almost all major European car manufacturers. Over 90% of German cutlery firms are based here. Our native-speaking trainers offer online private lessons and corporate courses — tailored to export, manufacturing, and automotive.
Private lessons from €60/h · Corporate training on request · VAT-exempt
Since 2004
20+ years experience
100+
Corporate clients across Germany
Native Speakers
Native speaker trainers
GDPR-compliant
German data protection standards
English in Solingen — Test Your Knowledge
Test your Business English with a Solingen connection
Question 1 / 5
Wüsthof has been producing knives in Solingen since 1814 for the global market — export contracts are negotiated in English. What is the German word for 'forging process'?
Business Hub Solingen
Why Solingen Needs Business English
With 165,000 residents, Solingen is Germany's City of Blades and has been the centre of the cutlery industry for over 600 years. Over 90% of German cutlery firms are based here. Wüsthof has produced around 2 million knives annually for the global market since 1814, Zwilling J.A. Henckels has exported to over 100 countries since 1731, and BIA Group supplies almost all major European car manufacturers with chrome surface finishes. Confident Business English is essential for export, product documentation, and international client relationships. As a German language school since 2004, we provide online training specifically tailored to Solingen's key industries.
Solingen Key Industries
Cutlery Industry
Wüsthof, Zwilling J.A. Henckels, Böker, DOVO
Export English, product documentation, trade fair participation
Automotive Supplier
BIA Group
Automotive English, surface technology, client negotiations
Manufacturing Industry
P.D. Rasspe, Martor Safety Knives
Technical English, production processes, quality management
Precision Tools
Carl Schmidt Sohn, Güde, Hubertus
Specialist metalworking vocabulary, trade correspondence
Safety Technology
Martor Safety Knives
Safety documentation, CE compliance, international standards
Export Economy
100+ countries worldwide
Negotiation English, export documentation, customs vocabulary
Start in 3 Steps
How Your Online English Course Works
Free Placement Test
We assess your current level and professional requirements. Online, straightforward, and free.
Individual Learning Plan
Your trainer creates a tailored plan: industry-specific vocabulary, scenarios from your daily work, clear learning objectives.
Flexible Live Lessons
Via Zoom, Teams, Meet, or WebEx — morning, noon, or evening. 60 or 90 minutes, individual or small groups.
Why Simmonds?
Simmonds Language School
Local Language Schools
Transparent Pricing
From €60 / hour
VAT-exempt per §4 Nr.21 UStG
Initial Consultation
Free
Placement Test
Free
Hidden Costs
None
FAQ: Online English Course Solingen
Yes. We train export English including product documentation, trade fair communication, and international sales correspondence — tailored for professionals at Wüsthof and other Solingen-based cutlery manufacturers.
Solingen is Germany's City of Blades — the centre of the cutlery industry for over 600 years. Wüsthof produces 2 million knives annually, Zwilling exports to over 100 countries, and BIA Group supplies almost all major European car manufacturers. International business requires professional English.
Private lessons from €60 per hour, VAT-exempt. Initial consultation and placement test are free. Transparent pricing with no hidden costs.
Yes. We offer 1:1 private lessons with native-speaking trainers. Individual curriculum, flexible scheduling, from €60/hour. Ideal for professionals who want to specifically improve their Business English.
Yes. Mini-groups of 2-4 participants from the same department or industry. Ideal for teams at Wüsthof, Zwilling, or BIA Group.
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Free Consultation for Solingen
Schedule a free initial consultation. We analyse your requirements and create a tailored training concept for your industry in Solingen.
Next Step
Free Needs Analysis
We analyse the English requirements for your role and industry in Solingen. Then you receive an individual training concept.
How much does it cost?
| Format | Duration | Price (approx.) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online — Standard | 60 minutes | €60–70 | Zoom, Teams, Meet |
| Online — Extended | 90 minutes | €90–110 | Recommended for deeper focus |
| In-person | 90 min. (min.) | €115–140 | Berlin or Hanover |
| Group training | By arrangement | On request | 4–8 participants |
Prices depend on format, frequency, and requirements. Language instruction is VAT-exempt (§4 Nr.21 UStG).
Who we work with
“Die Online-Sessions sind genauso effektiv wie Präsenzunterricht. Sehr flexibel und professionell.”
Thomas R., IT-Projektmanager“Nach einem dreimonatigen Intensivtraining konnte ich meine erste internationale Präsentation souverän auf Englisch halten.”
Stefan K., Projektleiter, Continental AG“Die kostenlosen Online-Lektionen haben mich überzeugt. Die Qualität des Einzelunterrichts hat meine Erwartungen übertroffen.”
Anna H., Marketing ManagerinImprove your English for free
Free online lessons twice a week, vocabulary trainer with 600 words, and a placement test – all without signing up.
Get in touch
Tell us briefly what you need English or German for — we'll suggest the best format for your goals and schedule.
We typically respond within one working day.
What to expect
- ✓Confident in meetings
- ✓Persuasive presentations
- ✓Professional negotiations
- ✓Texts that work