Polish seaports, vital assets to the nation’s economy, are undergoing substantial developments aimed at modernizing infrastructure, enhancing operational efficiency, and increasing handling capacity. The primary focus areas of these advancements include automation, digitalization, and green transition, sectors where Finnish companies hold a competitive edge, thus opening new business and partnership opportunities in the neighboring Polish market.
Overview of Polish Ports:
Investment plans exceeding EUR 9 billion.
Four major ports – Gdańsk, Gdynia, Szczecin, and Świnoujście – managing 133 million tonnes of cargo.
Fifty-seven smaller ports and harbors.
A surge in wind offshore servicing ports.
Planned Marine Off-loading Facility for nuclear loads.
Expansive Developments:
Polish ports, holding significant value for the national economy, have ambitious investment strategies under the governmental “Program for the development of Polish seaports until 2030,” intending to allocate around 9 billion EUR for advancements. The initiatives are aimed at improving the competitive stance of the ports not only nationally but also on Baltic and European scales, focusing on service quality enhancement, innovative and automated solutions, modern infrastructure, and simplified administrative processes.
Finnish Involvement and Opportunities:
Finnish companies, renowned for their reliability, have already marked their presence with innovative solutions at Polish ports. Those willing to commit to the local market can find lucrative opportunities in various sectors including port infrastructure development, connectivity & data management, port, and cargo automation, smart port solutions, and energy & environmental solutions.
Areas of Focus and Needs:
Polish ports have identified four main areas for development that align with Finnish offerings:
Port Design and Infrastructure.
Automation.
Digitalization.
Energy Transition and Environmental Solutions.
There is a growing need for design services for infrastructural projects, new equipment for cargo handling, and specific equipment and services needed for newly developed port infrastructure. A niche requirement identified is c-UAV solutions or anti-drone systems due to the development of offshore wind energy, necessitating the adaptation of terminals to handle large-size cargo with oversized load on the quay.
Green Transition and Environmental Considerations:
With the rising awareness regarding environmental impacts and EU climate goals, Polish ports are progressively emphasizing technologies and services that align with climate and environmental protection requirements. They are in active pursuit of implementing solutions that minimize environmental and climate impacts, ushering a new era of sustainable port operations.
The extensive developments and green transitions in Polish ports have paved the way for Finnish companies to explore new partnerships and business ventures. These opportunities not only signify the progressive strides of Polish ports but also underscore the potential collaborations that can be fostered between Polish and Finnish entities, contributing to mutual growth and sustainable advancements in port operations.
Source of article; www.marketopportunities.fi
