Budget of last contest for biggest projects will equal 700 million zlotys. This means that multimillion grants for supporting crucial investments for economy. In years 2007- 2013 for production and hi-tec services, 1 billion had been reserved. Those subsidies are granted mainly to polish departments of global corporations like Sony, IBM, GE, Nokia-Siemens, Electrolux or Samsung.
The discussion about last contest lasts for few months already. However, now the Ministry of Economy which shares those money, has made main rules and pot with Ministry of Development. It will reach 700 million zlotys, not 900 millions, which was predicted earlier. Companies that plan to invest in production and service centers can both apply for grants. The contest will be announced in 3 months.
The rules are tightened. –The grants can be given to entities that projects are characterized by high level of innovation and will encompass a part of RnD, and support for job creating will be directed towards high-class specialists – Iwona Wendel, vice-president of regional development says. – The fact that ministries has created requirements for high-quality jobs is a great news for investors. It makes a hope that R&D projects will have definite point preferences – Accreo Taxand counselor comments.
Representatives of Poland took part in the international PDAC Convention trade fair in Toronto, one of the world’s most important events for the mining and natural resources sector. The Polish delegation included representatives of the Polska Agencja Inwestycji i Handlu (PAIH), led by the President of the Agency, Andrzej Dycha.
czytaj więcejHow can long-term investments be effectively stimulated through the capital market, and what regulatory changes are needed to achieve this? This was the central question of the debate titled “Stimulating Long-Term Investment through the Capital Market,” held on 26 February during the “Risk and Regulation” seminar in Warsaw at the headquarters of the Urząd Komisji Nadzoru Finansowego.
czytaj więcejNearly 60 hectares of fully serviced investment land located directly next to Port Lotniczy Olsztyn–Mazury in Szymany are waiting for an investor. This is a unique opportunity for businesses seeking a strategic location that combines access to air, road, and rail infrastructure with the growth potential of a dynamically developing region.
czytaj więcejThe Województwo mazowieckie region has already invested more than PLN 55 billion from European funds and the National Recovery Plan (KPO). As a result, roads, railways, public transport systems, and hospitals are being modernized. Digital, environmental, tourism, and education projects are also being implemented.
czytaj więcejThe EEC Trends conference brought together representatives of business, public administration, and financial institutions to open a debate on the future directions of the Polish and European economies. The Polish Development Fund (PFR) actively participated in the event, addressing topics related to security, new technologies, and the development of the defense industry. The meeting also served as a substantive prelude to the European Economic Congress (EEC), where PFR has announced a strong presence—both through a dedicated zone and expert panels.
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