Economic Zones and Technology Parks

INVEST IN THE FUTURE.

Discover economic zones and technology parks in Poland – places where innovation meets business.

Invest in Poland – a Land of Opportunity and Preferential Conditions.

For over two decades, Poland has steadily strengthened its position as an attractive destination for capital investment. A key driver of this success has been the network of Special Economic Zones (SEZ). In response to evolving market dynamics and business needs, a new Act on the Support for New Investments, passed on May 10, 2018 (Journal of Laws of 2023, item 74, as amended), modernized the framework for tax incentives in Poland.

The updated regulations allow for income tax exemptions (CIT or PIT) throughout the entire country—applicable to both public and private land—excluding areas with mineral deposits (unless the investment concerns those resources). Importantly, previously granted permits for conducting business in SEZs remain valid until the end of 2026. Additionally, the amendment of July 31, 2019, extended support to areas with untapped mineral deposits, significantly broadening the range of eligible locations for investors. The latest amendment, effective as of January 1, 2022, reflects changes to the regional aid map, further aligning the support system with the country’s current economic strategy and investor expectations.

A map of Poland with the areas administrated by Special Economic Zones separated.

Comparison Table of Special Economic Zones in Poland.

Zone	Voivodeship	Area (ha)	Key Industries	Operator
Katowicka SSE	Silesian	2750	automotive, energy	» Corporate income tax exemptions – from 30% to 60% of the investment value » Strategic location – in the heart of Europe, with top-tier road infrastructure » Access to a labor market of over 5 million inhabitants in the Silesian Voivodeship » One of the country’s largest academic hubs – over 100,000 students » A thriving automotive cluster and strong industrial base: steel, glass, wood processing, food, and construction » End-to-end investment support – from planning to implementation » Active involvement and strong support from local governments » Fully prepared investment sites with utilities and transport connections
Wałbrzyska SSE	Lower Silesian	2300	household appliances, e-mobility, logistics	INVEST-PARK
Łódzka SSE	Łódź	1700	textiles, light industry	ŁSSE S.A.
Pomorska SSE	Pomeranian	2100	logistics, ICT	Pomorska SSE Sp. z o.o.
Suwalska SSE	Podlaskie	500	furniture, wood industry	SSSE S.A.
Krakowski Park Technologiczny (SSE Kraków)	Lesser Poland	950	IT, biotechnology	Krakowski Park Technologiczny Sp. z o.o.
Legnicka SSE	Lower Silesian	1200	metallurgy, electronics	LSSE S.A.
Euro-Park Mielec	Subcarpathian	1400	aerospace, automotive	ARP S.A.
Starachowicka SSE	Świętokrzyskie	600	metal, construction	SSE Starachowice S.A.
Kostrzyńsko-Słubicka SSE	Lubusz	1600	logistics, heavy industry	KSSSE S.A.
Warmia i Mazury SSE	Warmian-Masurian	1300	agriculture, renewable energy	WMSSE S.A.
Tarnobrzeska SSE	Subcarpathian	1100	chemicals, light industry	ARP S.A.
Słupska SSE	Pomeranian	400	food, tourism	SSSE S.A.
Euro-Park Wisłosan	Lublin / Masovian	800	machinery, household appliances	ARP S.A.

Industrial and Technology Parks in Poland – Hubs of Innovation and Growth.

Industrial and technology parks play a vital role in Poland’s innovation ecosystem. These dedicated zones bring together businesses from specific sectors along with research and academic institutions, enabling dynamic growth, knowledge exchange, and technological advancement. Increasingly popular across the country, these parks offer tailored support services to both domestic and international entrepreneurs seeking a fertile environment for development and innovation.

Technology Parks – Bridging Science and Business.

A technology park is a designated area with dedicated infrastructure established to facilitate the transfer of knowledge and technology between research institutions and the business sector. Designed to foster innovation, these parks support companies operating in high-tech industries by providing:

Consulting services for business creation and development

Access to technology transfer opportunities

Commercialization of scientific research and R&D outcomes

A business-friendly environment tailored to support innovation-driven enterprises

The first technology park in Poland, the Poznań Science and Technology Park, was established in May 1995. The development and coordination of such parks are supported by the Association of Organisers of Innovation and Entrepreneurship Centres in Poland (SOOIPP), headquartered in Poznań (www.sooipp.org.pl/en).

Industrial-Technology Parks – Revitalizing Potential, Stimulating Enterprise.

Industrial-technology parks are formed from restructured or repurposed industrial properties, often on sites of former manufacturing enterprises, and are frequently developed in collaboration with local government authorities. Their primary mission is to provide preferential conditions for economic activity, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

These parks aim to:

Attract market-effective companies employing advanced technologies
Encourage domestic and foreign investment
Generate new employment opportunities

While both industrial and technology parks share similar missions, objectives, and organizational frameworks, each initiative is shaped by its unique regional, social, cultural, and economic context. There is no one-size-fits-all model. Instead, each park reflects the local scientific and business environment, economic structure, and entrepreneurial culture of its region.

These parks are not just facilities—they are engines of regional development, innovation, and competitiveness. For investors seeking a dynamic and supportive location for technologically advanced ventures, Poland’s network of parks offers a compelling value proposition.