Uber and Mercedes Want to Invest in Poland

American corporation Uber revealed plans to invest in Poland. According to the announcement, the company is going to invest as much as 37 million PLN in Krakow and Warsaw. Krakow, the second-largest city in Poland, will become home to a Business Services Centre as well as a Research and Development Centre. Uber also wants to expand its Warsaw office.

The decision was announced by Jamie Haywood, Uber’s General Director for North and East Europe and Polish Minister of Digitisation Marek Zagórski and Minister of Infrastructure Andrzej Adamczyk. During a joint press conference, they stressed the fact that this will be the first time that the corporation will invest in Poland on that scale outside of the United States.

Uber representative revealed that in Poland the company intends to concentrate on developing its JUMP pedal-assist electric bikes and autonomous scooters. The American company has already invested more than 40 million PLN in Poland and currently employs over 300 staff members. Uber services have been available in several Polish cities since 2014.

This is not the end of good news when it comes to big investment in our country. Mercedes-Benz Cars announced it will invest in Poland for over 300 million EUR in a battery production plant in Jowor, which will be located right next to the engine factory the company is currently building. All in all, Mercedes is going to employ more than one thousand three hundred employees in the Lower Silesia region. The move is an answer to a growing demand for electric vehicles.

The battery plant will be the ninth global factory of Mercedes Benz. Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki said that the company’s decision shows that corporations which decided to invest in Poland positively regard the country’s investment climate. – We are witnessing the industrial revolution 4.0 in which Poland plays an important role – he commented.

Investment Outlook and Business Perspective

Poland remains one of the most attractive investment destinations in the European Union. With GDP exceeding EUR 650 billion, Poland is the sixth largest economy in the EU and the largest in Central and Eastern Europe. The country has maintained positive economic growth for over three decades, including through multiple global crises.

Foreign direct investment in Poland continues to grow, driven by the country’s strategic location, skilled workforce, EU membership, competitive costs, and improving infrastructure. Key sectors attracting investment include manufacturing, technology, business services, logistics, and financial services.

For investors considering entry into the Polish market, proper structuring of the investment vehicle is crucial. The choice between a sp. z o.o. (LLC), S.A. (joint-stock company), branch office, or joint venture depends on the investment size, sector, tax considerations, and long-term strategic objectives. Professional advisory can help optimize the structure from both operational and tax perspectives.

If you are doing business in Poland or considering entering the Polish market, Zalewski Consulting can help. Learn more about our corporate tax advisory, or contact us for a free consultation.