The Swedish firm’s factory in Gdańsk, which only opened last year, had initially been planned to be the biggest in Europe.
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Release date and title of new Witcher book announced
Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski’s fantasy books have spawned a hugely successful video game franchise and Netflix show.
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Polish Supreme Court delays FX loan ruling amid doubts over judges’ legitimacy
There are concerns relating to the government’s contested judicial reforms.
Agreement to build Poland’s first nuclear plant signed by two of country’s richest men
“We need cheap and clean energy to be able to develop as a state and society,” say Michał Sołowow and Zygmunt Solorz.
Inflation in Poland highest in over two decades, exceeding forecasts
The August figure of 5.4% is the highest since June 2001.
Gas pipeline from Norway to Poland on track for 2022 opening
The date coincides with the end of Poland’s current long-term supply contract with Russia’s Gazprom.
Preparatory work underway for 1,000km of new railways in Polish megaproject
Construction of the Solidarity Transport Hub (CPK) will begin in 2023.
PepsiCo to build 1 billion zloty sustainable factory in Poland
The facility will produce potato snacks for export to over 20 European markets.
Poland’s new restitution law explained
A lawyer tells us what the new legislation, which Israel has called “antisemitic”, means in practice.
Poland’s longest non-urban tunnel over halfway completed
The tunnel in Lower Silesia will be 2.3 kilometres long when complete.
Polish firms create floral-scented asphalt to improve conditions for builders
Budimex and Lotos also say the substance is more environmentally friendly.
Mortgages hit highest-ever value in Poland in July
The housing market has been boosted by all-time low interest rates and galloping inflation.
Polish president hints at veto of media ownership law
Andrzej Duda called the bill “controversial” and said that Poland “must weigh up our interests”.
Polish church criticises government’s proposed tax increase for priests
The head of the episcopate says the plans were not consulted with the church.
