Poland's Ministry of Development Funds and Regional Policy plans more than PLN 1.4 billion in FENG funding calls for defence and dual-use technologies this year. STEP applications are expected in November, subject to European Commission approval of programme changes.
Startup experts at PARP Future Camp 2026 say founders should validate customer demand and their ability to deliver value before forming a company. Complementary teams, mentoring and PARP incubation programmes can help turn a promising idea into a viable business.
Greater Poland remains one of Poland’s key economic and logistics hubs. Strong industrial activity, proximity to Germany and access to the A2 motorway are supporting rising road-freight demand, while DACHSER’s Poznań branch is reporting double-digit volume growth in 2026 and planning a new site for 2029.
The EU business economy had around 34 million enterprises and 164.5 million people employed in 2024. Micro and small firms made up 99% of companies, while large enterprises — just 0.2% — generated 49% of value added.
Project Management Institute research suggests the most advanced GenAI users achieve up to 16 times higher productivity growth than occasional users. Yet only 1% of organisations describe themselves as mature in generative AI use.
Poles want schools to prepare young people for work and everyday life while providing a supportive environment. A Centre for Citizenship Education report finds that only 25% rate today's schools positively, with the youngest adults offering the harshest assessments.
Polish startups are developing navigation for blind users, property-risk analysis and overnight parking services, but face challenges reaching larger audiences.
Poland's Ministry of Development Funds and Regional Policy plans more than PLN 1.4 billion in FENG funding calls for defence and dual-use technologies this year. STEP applications are expected in November, subject to European Commission approval of programme changes.
Startup experts at PARP Future Camp 2026 say founders should validate customer demand and their ability to deliver value before forming a company. Complementary teams, mentoring and PARP incubation programmes can help turn a promising idea into a viable business.
Greater Poland remains one of Poland’s key economic and logistics hubs. Strong industrial activity, proximity to Germany and access to the A2 motorway are supporting rising road-freight demand, while DACHSER’s Poznań branch is reporting double-digit volume growth in 2026 and planning a new site for 2029.
The EU business economy had around 34 million enterprises and 164.5 million people employed in 2024. Micro and small firms made up 99% of companies, while large enterprises — just 0.2% — generated 49% of value added.
Project Management Institute research suggests the most advanced GenAI users achieve up to 16 times higher productivity growth than occasional users. Yet only 1% of organisations describe themselves as mature in generative AI use.
Poland generates around 1.3 million tonnes of wood and wood-based waste each year. Industry representatives warn that unclear rules limit reuse and increase pressure on primary timber resources.
Poland spent PLN 757.2 billion on social protection benefits in 2023, 18.6% more than a year earlier. Old-age and healthcare-related benefits accounted for the largest shares.
At the end of March 2026, 1.477 million people in Poland worked exclusively under mandate contracts and related civil-law agreements, up by 82,000 year on year. Foreigners accounted for almost 30% of this group.