Why Pomerania?
Because we build forward – together
Global companies trust Pomerania for its investment stability, thriving innovation ecosystem, and forward-thinking local partnerships. Explore our success stories, strategic advantages, and support system designed for growth.
Investment DNA of the Region
Explore the sectors shaping
the future of Pomerania – and beyond.
Advanced Technologies
Region support large scale semiconductors, IT and R&D operations
Sustainable Mobility
A dynamic base for next-gen transport: e-mobility, autonomous tech, battery systems, and smart manufacturing.
Business Services (BSS/SSC)
Trusted by global brands: finance, HR, IT support and customer operations
Renewables & Offshore
Pomerania leads in offshore wind, green engineering, and port-based logistics for the energy transition.
3
rd
Mid-Sized European Region of the Future (FDI Strategy, Financial Times 2024/25)
2
nd
in GDP growth among Polish regions (21.3% YoY)
3
rd
in R&D expenditure region in Poland (2023)
4
th
in Productivity
2
nd
Labour Force Participation Rate (2023; 65.4%)
2.5
%
Unemployment rate (2024)
Competitive Edge in CEE
Discover how we outperform other CEE markets in talent availability, logistics, operational costs, and business climate.
Talent Pool and Labour Market
A large talent pool with moderate competition for specialists, and higher foreign language proficiency than in Romania or Bulgaria.
Pomerania
- Number of students and graduates: over 90,000 students annually, including 25,000 in technical fields.
- Foreign languages: 90% of students speak English, over 30% German, and 10% other Scandinavian languages.
- IT and engineering sector: rapid growth, with 16% of employees working in modern business services.
CEE Comparison
- Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia – high-quality education, but smaller populations (e.g., Latvia: only 75,000 students in total).
- Czech Republic, Hungary, Slovakia – larger markets, but higher competition for IT specialists.
- Romania, Bulgaria – large number of graduates (Romania: over 450,000 students), but lower foreign language proficiency and higher employee turnover.
Infrastructure and Logistics
The largest Baltic port, strong connections around the world and well-developed logistics hubs.
Pomerania
- Port of Gdańsk: the largest container port in the Baltic region, handling 2.9 million TEU in 2023.
- Rail and road connections: 20+ logistics terminals, the A1 motorway links the region with the Czech Republic and Germany.
- Gdańsk Airport: over 5.5 million passengers annually, key cargo connections.
CEE Comparison
- Estonia, Lithuania, Latvia – Well-developed ports (e.g., Tallinn: 0.8 million TEU), but limited land connections to Western Europe.
- Czech Republic, Hungary, Slovakia – No sea access, but strong railway and warehouse infrastructure.
- Romania, Bulgaria – The Port of Constanța (Romania) handles over 600,000 TEU, but road infrastructure still requires modernization.
Operational Costs and Taxes
A balance between competitive labor costs and a stable tax and investment system.
Pomerania
- Average gross salary: ~1,550 EUR/month (2023 data).
- Corporate Income Tax (CIT): 19% (standard), 9% for small businesses.
- Employment costs: lower than in the Czech Republic or Estonia, but higher than in Romania.
CEE Comparison
- Czech Republic, Estonia – higher wages (Czech Republic: ~1,800 EUR/month, Estonia: ~1,700 EUR/month), but higher labor costs and corporate taxes.
- Romania, Bulgaria – lower labor costs (Romania: ~1,150 EUR/month, Bulgaria: ~900 EUR/month), but less developed tax incentives and regulatory instability.
- In 2024, the average labor cost in Germany was €43.40/hour. This represents a difference of approximately +150% in favour of Poland.
Economic Stability and Investment Climate
A dynamic FDI growth, inflation stability, and a predictable regulatory environment.
Pomerania
- GDP per capita (Pomerania): ~22,000 EUR, higher than in Romania and Bulgaria.
- Inflation: stable, around 5-6% in 2023 (lower than Hungary – 14%).
- Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflows: rapid growth – over 10 major projects annually.
CEE Comparison
- Czech Republic, Estonia – stable economies, but high competition for new investors.
- Romania, Bulgaria – fast economic growth, but greater legal and tax instability, making long-term investment planning more difficult.
Quality of Life and Talent Attraction
Comprehensive support for families and professionals – housing programmes, low crime rates (4.5% unemployment), and a rich cultural offer.
Pomerania
- High quality of life: Gdańsk ranked 2nd in Poland in the BI ranking (safety, ecology), with direct access to the Tricity Landscape Park.
- Strong housing market: New developments in the Tricity agglomeration area offer lower average rental costs compared to Warsaw.
- Education and culture: 28 higher education institutions, including the University of Gdańsk.
CEE Comparison
- Czech Republic – high standard of living in Prague, but expensive real estate and low wages in non-urban regions.
- Estonia – digital governance and advanced infrastructure, but cold climate and geographical isolation.
- Romania – low cost of living, but high crime rates and weaker public infrastructure.
