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The newest and most modern Army Prepositioned Stocks (APS) depot of the U.S. Army was opened in Powidz on 18 September 2024. Earlier it was inspected by delegation from the U.S. Congress. U.S. Army operates APS depots all-over the world to facilitate military logistics, so in the event of conflict only troops are sent out…
During the European Forum for New Ideas (EFNI), Professor Henryk Skarżyński, Director of the World Hearing Center, announced the introduction of artificial intelligence (AI) in hearing screening programs. “Clinical trial results, compared with the program’s effectiveness, suggest a very high success rate for such applications in diagnostics,” said Professor Skarżyński. At EFNI, the slogan #WhatWillHappenTomorrow…
Polska Grupa Energetyczna (PGE) is building the biggest European energy storage in Żarnowiec close to its 40-years-old pumped storage power plant. The innovative large-scale project to supply 263 MW and minimum output 900 MWh is a milestone in Poland’s energy transformation. The storage will be four times bigger than the present biggest in Europe of…
Construction of the longest Polish railway tunnel between Męcina and Mordarka started in mid-year will revolutionise accessibility of Małopolska region. 3.8 km long structure costing zł 2b ($ 0.5b) will enable passengers to travel at 160 km/h and cargo at 100 km/h. It is now accompanied by other local investments, like construction of a railway…
Sylwia Ziemacka interviews Or Hever, CEO of Move4Life, about fostering work-life balance and promoting the well-being of individuals and companies. How is well-being defined in the workplace for both employees and employers? Well-being is essential in the workplace, but defining it can vary between individuals. For me, well-being encompasses physical, mental, social, emotional, and financial…
Poland’s business landscape is increasingly characterized by this synergy of local and international expertise. As Polish leaders continue to make their mark, their collaboration with foreign executives enriches the economy, making it more adaptable, innovative, and globally connected. In the rapidly evolving landscape of the Polish economy, the impact of foreign business leaders remains significant….
On 16 August 2024 the biggest Polish satellite EagleEye engineered by Creotech Instruments (project leader), Scanway (optics) and the Space Research Centre of the Polish Academy of Sciences (computer) was put in orbit from Vanderberd Space Base in Elon Musk’s SpaceX Transporter 11 mission on Falcon 9 rocket. Its dimensions are 55 x 150 x…
NATO Joint Force Training Centre (JFTC) established in Bydgoszcz in 2004 quickly assumed a significant role in NATO training structures. In 2009 it moved into a newly built, state-of-the-art facility with advanced Communication and Information System. By synthesizing NATO training requirements with cutting-edge technology, JFTC occupies a critical spot in the NATO transformation process. As…
In September 2023 Westinghouse Electric Company and Bechtel Corporation created a consortium to deliver to the Polish state nuclear operator Polskie Elektrownie Jądrowe S.A. the first Polish nuclear plant in Choczewo Commune at Baltic seaside. The plant with three AP1000 reactors is expected to produce 3750 Mwe since 2040. It will contain one of the…
Regardless of economic conditions, premium real estate, in the long term, is the safest and most profitable form of capital investment. Experienced investors choose Polish cities with the highest growth potential, but they are increasingly expanding their portfolios to include foreign properties as well. Wrocław, recognized as one of the best places to live in…
Last year, Poland celebrated the 550th anniversary of the birth of the Polish astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus, discoverer of the Solar System as the starting point for contemporary knowledge of what’s beyond the Earth. Five centuries later and the field of space is again witnessing unprecedented developments in science, technology and business, where mankind is making…
In 2023, over 90% of Polish SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises) selling on Amazon embraced international expansion, marking a significant milestone in their journey toward global growth. The leading product categories were Home & Kitchen, Beauty, and Apparel, with Germany, France, and Italy emerging as the most popular export destinations. The total value of foreign…
