Why Poland?
Poland is a perfect place for investment and business expansion. The 2008 Ernst & Young European Attractiveness Survey shows that Poland is very popular among foreign investors who consider the country as one of the most attractive investment destinations in Europe. Tourists, in turn, are enchanted by Polish hospitality and friendliness, Poland’s cultural heritage and the country’s natural wealth.
Poland’s 38-million strong consumer market is one of the biggest in Europe. The country’s favourable localisation, in the centre of Europe, where the main communication routs intersect make it possible to export goods to all European countries and thus reach over 500 million consumers. Poland’s major trade partners are, among others, Germany, Russia, France, Hungary, Ukraine, Spain and China.
Well-educated Polish economists, engineers, IT specialists and scientists are highly sought-after and appreciated employees who find employment in IT companies, R&D centres and scientific institutes. Every year sees a greater number of graduates leave Polish universities, among them graduates from faculties which are most popular among companies investing in advanced technologies. In the academic year 2006/2007 Polish higher education institutions generated 410,000 graduates and in 2007/2008 there were 1 937,400 new students. The number of people who start doctoral studies also is on the rise.
The country’s international safety guaranteed by Poland’s membership in NATO and the EU make Poland a credible and important business partner for foreign investors. World class concerns often choose Poland as an investment destination in Europe. The number of new investment projects is constantly growing, especially in the automotive, R&D, electronic and chemical sectors. The estimated FDI value for Poland in 2010 accounted for 5,34 billion euro. The country offers a vide range of investment incentives. Investors are invited to locate their projects in 14 Special Economic Zones (SEZ). i.e. special zones where economic activity may be run in favorable conditions. Polish SEZs offer attractive tax exemptions, employment incentives and well-prepared investment lots.
Source: PAIiIZ
