Greater Poland Voivodeship

Greater Poland Voivodeship

With its strategic location at the crossroads of major European trade routes, Greater Poland Voivodeship is a crucial hub for commerce, industry, and innovation.

The region’s economy is diverse, encompassing manufacturing, agriculture, technology, and logistics. With a skilled workforce, robust infrastructure, and access to EU funding, Greater Poland Voivodeship offers favourable conditions for business development and investment.

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Greater Poland Voivodeship provides various investment incentives to stimulate economic growth and attract foreign investment. These incentives include tax breaks, grants, and subsidies for companies investing in priority sectors such as renewable energy, technology, and innovation.

Furthermore, the region’s vibrant cultural heritage, historical landmarks, and picturesque landscapes make it an attractive destination for tourism and recreational activities. From heritage sites to nature reserves, Greater Poland Voivodeship offers diverse opportunities for investors seeking to tap into the growing tourism market.

With its strategic location, diverse economy, and investment incentives, Greater Poland Voivodeship presents promising opportunities for investors looking to capitalize on its growth potential and contribute to its economic development. Whether you’re a local entrepreneur or an international investor, the region offers ample possibilities for investment and business expansion.

The province’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) was 40.4 billion € in 2018, accounting for 8.1% of Polish economic output. In the same year, GDP per capita adjusted for purchasing power was 19,700 €, or 65% of the EU27 average. The GDP per employee was 72% of the EU average. 

Features of the economy of the region

 

Science plays a vital role in the region’s dynamic development and the increase in its economic competitiveness, which, together with business and local governments, transforms Wielkopolska into an innovative region, developing its economy based on knowledge. Wielkopolska develops advanced technologies, e.g. in the areas of IT, automotive industry and highly specialized services. There have also been proposals for new pillars of the region’s development based on renewable energy sources and the use of hydrogen. The challenges resulting from climate change and their economic and social consequences lie at the basis of the currently implemented processes of restructuring the region’s economic potential. The Wielkopolska Region focuses on electromobility, greater independence from coal than before, and the simultaneous rational use of other energy sources.

Indicators of the general economic situation of the region

  • Labour productivity in industry, measured by the value of sold production per 1 employee, in February 2023 amounted to 63.1 thousand PLN (in current prices), i.e. 2.0% more (in constant prices) than in the previous year
  • Labour productivity in construction, measured by the value of production sold per employee in this section in February 2023, amounted to 63.8 thousand PLN and was similar to the one recorded a year ago.
  • The value of retail sales by trade and non-trade enterprises remains high (in February 2023, it increased by 18.1% compared to the same period in 2022).
 

Investment advantages of the Wielkopolska Region

  • high investment activity of communes related to obtaining EU funds and self-financing of development;
  • high industrial efficiency;
  • diversified economic structure;
  • large share of the private sector in the Region’s economy;
  • well-developed business support institutions;
  • International Poznan  Fair – a venue for significant international events (congresses, conferences, sports and cultural events);
  • an international airport;
  • developed technical infrastructure and business services system;
  • human potential, high quality of the labour market – an ample supply of qualified employees who speak foreign languages;
  • high investment activity of the Region: investment outlays in industry account for 9.3% of outlays in the country;
  • convenient transport connections: the central transit corridor from Western Europe to Russia, the A2 motorway between Konin and Nowy Tomyśl, the Poznan ring road, modernized routes S5 and S11, convenient rail connections (Warsaw 2.5 h, Berlin 3 h), a system of rail connections facilitating the mobility of the employees in Wielkopolska, domestic and international airports, Odra water route;
  • qualified workforce: Poznan University of Technology, University of Economics, University of A. Mickiewicza, higher vocational schools offering technical faculties;
  • 2nd position in the region in the country regarding foreign companies’ invested capital (11.8% – data as of 2019).
  • The country’s most extensive acreage of agricultural land and the high quality of regional farm products.

 

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The Kostrzyn-Słubice Special Economic Zone (KSSSE) is one of Poland’s most dynamic and successful special economic zones. Established in 1997, it covers an area of over 400 hectares and is strategically located along the Polish-German border in the Lubusz Voivodeship. The KSSSE aims to attract domestic and foreign investment by offering a range of incentives and benefits to businesses operating within its boundaries.

One key incentive offered by the KSSSE is tax relief, including corporate income tax exemptions and real estate tax exemptions, for a specified period. Additionally, businesses operating within the zone may benefit from simplified administrative procedures, access to modern infrastructure, and support services provided by the zone’s management.

The KSA is home to various industries, including manufacturing, logistics, automotive, electronics, and services. Its strategic location near major transportation routes, including highways and railways, and access to international airports and seaports makes it ideal for businesses seeking to expand their operations and access European markets.

The KSSSE drives economic growth, job creation, and regional development in the Lubusz Voivodeship. By attracting investment and fostering entrepreneurship, it contributes to the overall prosperity and competitiveness of the region while promoting cross-border cooperation and collaboration between Poland and Germany.

Top real estate developers in the region


Structure Capital is a property development fund focused on facilitating the far-reaching advancement of real estate in the hearts of our largest cities.

Monday Development Company specializes in creating innovative and sustainable real estate solutions tailored to modern urban living.

Development company

Cordia is part of the international company Futureal Group, one of the most significant development and investment groups in Central Europe.

Bouygues Immobilier Polska Sp. z o.o. is a leading real estate development company that delivers high-quality residential and commercial projects in Poland.

Please be aware that the investment opportunities outlined above are merely a sample of the many possibilities available in the region. Our portfolio encompasses various options tailored to multiple investment goals and preferences. For a comprehensive overview of all available opportunities and to explore how we can assist you in achieving your investment objectives, don’t hesitate to contact us.