Posts Tagged ‘Poland’
Opinion Why Poland matters
THOUGH FINNISH FIRMS already rank among Poland’s top exporters, major prospects remain in clean‑energy, high‑tech, and defence collaboration.
Read MoreBaltic ports unite in Gdynia for a greener future
The Baltic Ports for Climate Conference 2025, organised by the Baltic Ports Organization and the Port of Gdynia, this year’s host will bring together leaders, experts, and innovators from across the Baltic Sea Region and Europe to address one of the maritime sector’s most urgent challenges: climate change. Taking place on 19-20 November 2025 in Gdynia, Poland, the conference will explore how ports can reduce emissions, implement sustainable strategies, and collaborate on innovative solutions that shape the future of maritime transport and supply chains.
The Baltic Ports for Climate Conference is a fairly new initiative launched in 2023, reflecting the Baltic Ports Organization’s strong commitment to active involvement in climate, environmental and sustainable development issues.
The conference will begin on the evening of 19 November with a welcome reception, providing participants with the opportunity to network and connect in an informal setting. Over the following day, participants will explore how ports can align with European climate strategies, implement effective emission reduction measures, and integrate sustainability into long-term development.
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Originally published on 3 Sep
Read MoreThe Port of Gdansk with a direct container service to the USA
The Port of Gdansk has joined the European ports operating regular, direct container connections with the United States. Thus, it strengthens its position on the map of global logistics, becoming a real alternative to the largest ports in Northern Europe.
Gdansk was included in the transatlantic rotation, strengthening the MSC network between Poland and the US. Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), the world’s largest shipowner, has expanded its Albatros service with direct connections from Northern Europe to New York and Charleston, offering full integration of inland waterway and logistics services.
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Originally published on 2 Sep
Read MoreStartup Wise Guys participates in Uspacy’s €420k pre-seed round
Uspacy, a Tallinn, Estonia-based SaaS startup that provides a digital workspace for small and medium-sized businesses, has raised €420,000 in pre-seed funding.
The round included an investment of €250,000 from Startup Wise Guys, with contributions from several Ukrainian business angels. An additional €170,000+ was secured in the form of grants from Google for Startups, Seeds of Bravery, Glovo Startup Lab, and the Ukrainian Startup Fund, supported by UMAEF.
The investment will be used to develop the product further and expand active marketing, primarily in Ukraine and Poland. The team aims to confirm the ability to scale business in international markets and demonstrate significant foreign attraction.
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Originally published on 31 Aug
Read MorePort of Gdańsk at the anniversary Seatrade Cruise Global fair in Miami
From 7 to 10 April this year, the global passenger cruise industry met in the heart of Miami for the 40th edition of Seatrade Cruise Global – the largest and most important event in the cruise shipping calendar. The Port of Gdańsk, which traditionally represents Poland on the international stage, had to be among this group of exhibitors and business people from all over the world.
Although the Seatrade Cruise Global trade fair is mainly associated with Florida today, its origins date back to 1985, when the first edition of this event was held in New York. The anniversary fair brought together representatives of the largest shipowners, ports and tourist organisations, who discussed the future of passenger cruises, sustainable development and technological innovations.
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Originally published on 18 Apr
Read MoreImportant investment in the Szczecin port completed
The adaptation of the Grain Quay to a depth of 12.5 m in the port of Szczecin has become a fact. The investment by the Szczecin and Sea Port Authority significantly increased the transshipment capacity of the Grain Quay by being ready to handle larger ships than before – with a draft of up to 11.0 m (i.e. the same ones that can enter Szczecin via the deepened waterway).
Before the investment, the depth at the quay was 10 m. This means that we could handle ships with a maximum draft of up to 8.5-9 m. Now it is two meters more.
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Originally published on 3 Apr
Read MoreFirst Test of an Ocean-Going Vessel at the T3 Quay in Baltic Hub
Baltic Hub has reached another milestone in the implementation of the T3 project. For the first time, an ocean-going container ship – MSC Stacey – was handled at the new T3 quay. This impressive vessel, measuring 365.9 meters in length and with a capacity of 15,000 TEU, arrived in Gdansk on March 30 as part of an additional call, known as an “extra call.”
This event is of great importance both for Baltic Hub and the entire Pomeranian region. The commencement of test cargo handling at the T3 quay confirms that the project is progressing in the right direction and that full operational readiness is drawing closer. The new quay will enable the efficient handling of the world’s largest container ships, strengthening Gdansk’s position as a strategic port on the Baltic Sea.
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Originally published on 31 Mar
Read MoreThe Estonian cyber security startup Phishbite is aiming to enter neighbouring markets
Tehnopol is part of the joint Northbound Scaleups (NBSCALE) project, which helps companies expand into new markets. The Estonian startup Phishbite went to visit Poland to look at possible target markets.
The goal was to meet at least five possible partners. “Making contacts was quite time-consuming and it was quite difficult to get through to the right people by telephone from here. The meetings we held went well, and we also managed to organise a couple of extra ones on the spot as well as those we had agreed in advance”, said co-founder of Phishbite Urmo Keskel.
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Originally published on 28 Feb
Read MoreThe Estonian Defence Industry Cluster today introduced the Baltic Drone Wall concept for the first time
The Estonian Defence Industry Cluster today introduced the Baltic Drone Wall concept for the first time, which aims to strengthen the eastern border of the European Union and NATO. It is a cooperation initiative between Poland, Finland, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania, which is currently joined by DefSecIntel Solutions, Rantelon, Marduk Technologies, Lendurai, Hevi Optronics, Frankenburg Technologies and TELEKONTA.
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Originally published on 28 Feb
Read MorePoland in final stages of submarine negotiations
Poland is in advanced negotiations with six countries to purchase three new submarines under the long-delayed Orka programme, with a decision expected by early 2025, Polish media report.
The defence ministry is in government-to-government talks with France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Sweden and South Korea, evaluating proposals based on submarine capabilities, financing and delivery schedules.
The need to purchase new submarines has been given impetus by mounting concerns over the security of the Baltic Sea following Russia’s unprovoked attack on Ukraine and recent incidents of underwater cables in the Baltic being damaged in suspected acts of sabotage.
In recent weeks, Paweł Bejda, the deputy defence minister, has met with officials in Italy, Germany and Sweden to review offers. Further talks with French representatives are scheduled in the coming weeks, Rzeczpospolita, a Polish news outlet, reported.
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In related news, Sweden, on 13 February, re-launched the HMS Halland, the third of its three Gotland-class submarines to undergo comprehensive mid-life overhauls. The programme began in 2018 and is being used to preview new technology that will be employed in its forthcoming Blekinge-class submarines.
Source: TVP