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Katowice will host the 78th edition of Tour de Pologne

Katowice will host the 78th edition of Tour de Pologne

On Saturday, August 14th in Katowice will take place the largest and most recognizable sports event in Poland attended by the world’s best cyclist. »

EPAM Systems branch in Katowice celebrates its 5-year anniversary

EPAM Systems branch in Katowice celebrates its 5-year anniversary

The Katowice branch of EPAM Systems celebrates its 5th anniversary. One of the global leaders in the software industry, this EPAM office location currently employs more than 200 IT specialists from the region and growing. A job at EPAM Katowice can be found, among others, by Java, JavaScript, .NET, QA and Cloud specialists as well as business analysts and Big Data experts. »

Global HR services for ING under ING Tech Poland wings

Global HR services for ING under ING Tech Poland wings

ING Tech Poland has officially launched one of two global hubs of Centralised People Services (CPS). »

KEYWORDS STUDIOS ANNOUNCES EXPANSION TO KATOWICE STUDIO

KEYWORDS STUDIOS ANNOUNCES EXPANSION TO KATOWICE STUDIO

Rapid growth results in creation of 300 additional jobs. »

TWO NEW TENANTS IN GLOBAL OFFICE PARK

TWO NEW TENANTS IN GLOBAL OFFICE PARK

Hyland, US software developer and UPC Polska will move into the tower of the Global Office Park which is currently under construction. »

XIII European Economic Congress (EEC) in Katowice. We already know the main topics of the agenda.

XIII European Economic Congress (EEC) in Katowice. We already know the main topics of the agenda.

We already know what the main thematic trends will be at this year's European Economic Congress in Katowice in September. »

First Global Business Centre Services Centre in Katowice of Ammega Group

First Global Business Centre Services Centre in Katowice of Ammega Group

The Ammega Group is building its first Global Business Services Centre in Katowice with the aim of offering an extended scope of support to its affiliates through global end-to-end processes. This will be achieved by attracting top-class talent, building loyalty and commitment, offering development opportunities, engaging innovative approaches and world-class technologies. »

FITCH AGENCY CONFIRMS KATOWICES HIGH RATING

FITCH AGENCY CONFIRMS KATOWICE'S HIGH RATING

"A-", or Stable Perspective, is Fitch's latest assessment of Katowice's economy and financial policy. Fitch Ratings, an American rating agency, is one of the five most prestigious global rating agencies, regularly publishing ratings of more than 5,700 financial institutions and 100 countries, including their creditworthiness. »

FUJITSU HAS CREATED A NEW LOOK OF THE SLOPE NEXT TO THE SILESIAN MUSEUM

FUJITSU HAS CREATED A NEW LOOK OF THE SLOPE NEXT TO THE SILESIAN MUSEUM

On Saturday 24 April a special event took place in Katowice - the employees of Fujitsu Technology Solutions SP z o. o. put new plants by the slope (Skarpa Śląska) next to the Katowice’s Culture Zone, and right next to the Silesian Museum. This action was possible thanks to the cooperation of the company with the City Hall and the Parks Department (Zakład Zieleni Miejskiej) in Katowice. »

KATOWICE IN 6TH PLACE IN POLAND BASED ON THE QUALITY OF LIFE RANKING

KATOWICE IN 6TH PLACE IN POLAND BASED ON THE QUALITY OF LIFE RANKING

The labour market, salaries, safety, the level of health care, the quality of air - all this influences the assessment of the attractiveness of the places we live in. »

KATOWICE THE LEADER OF OFFICE SPACE UNDER CONSTRUCTION

KATOWICE THE LEADER OF OFFICE SPACE UNDER CONSTRUCTION

According to the information published by Cresa company, in 2020 took place many changes with a downturn in developer and tenant activity. How is the market doing in Poland and in Katowice in the new environment? »

LKQ Europe Invests in an Innovation and Service Center in Katowice!

LKQ Europe Invests in an Innovation and Service Center in Katowice!

“We are very pleased that LKQ chose the city of Katowice for their new Innovation and Service Center and that our city gained another strong corporate partner that is committed to investing in our city and community. The Company's choice has confirmed our strong position as a center for modern business services. This decision was motivated by the access to professionals, our growing office market and by the fact that the city is easily accessible by plane, road and train. The presence of another well-known brand in Katowice will reinforce the city's position on the investment map of Europe,” says Marcin Krupa, Katowice City Mayor. »

Move to Katowice - It feels like home

Move to Katowice - It feels like home

Katowice attracts a lot of interest not only on the part of investors but also foreigners, which more often consider to bind their future with Katowice. To meet the expectations of all, who are interested in living in Katowice we have prepared a guide "Move to Katowice - It feels like home" with information that we hope will be helpful in making such an important decision, as well as facilitate the first steps in Katowice and help in acclimatization in new city. »

NEW INVESTMENT OF 3S DATA CENTER IN KATOWICE!

NEW INVESTMENT OF 3S DATA CENTER IN KATOWICE!

3S Data Center SA, a member of the 3S Group, is beginning construction of a new, third facility in Katowice. The Katowice investment is a construction of a data center - a modern standalone facility with an area of 2,200 sqm. It will join the existing complex of two 3S Data Centers at Gospodarcza Street, thus increasing the total area to 4,400 sqm. »

P-TECH EDUCATION PROGRAMME CELEBRATES ITS 10TH ANNIVERSARY!

P-TECH EDUCATION PROGRAMME CELEBRATES ITS 10TH ANNIVERSARY!

This year, the Pathways to technology (P-TECH) education programme celebrates its 10th anniversary. Two technical schools from Katowice take part in this programme: Zespół Szkół Technicznych i Ogólnokształcących nr 2 in Katowice cooperates with IBM Poland and Śląskie Techniczne Zakłady Naukowe from Katowice - with Fujitsu Technology Solutions. »

POLAND THE THIRD MOST POPULAR LOCATION FOR FOREIGN INVESTORS IN THE WORLD!

POLAND THE THIRD MOST POPULAR LOCATION FOR FOREIGN INVESTORS IN THE WORLD!

The international ranking of FDI markets, conducted in February this year by an analytical company from the Financial Times group, placed Poland on the 3th position in the foreign investments. In Poland, 30 projects worth 1.2 billion USD have been announced. »

THE INFORMATION DESK FOR FOREIGNERS WAS OPENED IN KATOWICE!

THE INFORMATION DESK FOR FOREIGNERS WAS OPENED IN KATOWICE!

Support with access to medical services, information on a language training and the city’s benefits. These are just a few examples of tasks, that will be implemented by the information desk for foreigners in Katowice. The facility was opened on 28th April and is run by In Corpore Foundation. »

TMF Groups European Centre in Katowice will employ more people than planned

TMF Group's European Centre in Katowice will employ more people than planned

- I was pleased to learn about the company's performance. Several months after announcing the decision to establish a new TMF Group centre, it is clear that Katowice was the right choice for this new investment. It is also a signal to other investors that our city offers excellent development conditions for companies planning rapid growth. I wish the TMF Group further success in building its organisational structures in Katowice," says Marcin Krupa, Mayor of Katowice. »

UNEMPLOYMENT FALLS,THE ECONOMY RETURNS TO PRE-PANDEMIC SITUATION

UNEMPLOYMENT FALLS,THE ECONOMY RETURNS TO PRE-PANDEMIC SITUATION

Despite the earlier anxieties, the economy in Silesia is recovering after a period of stagnation during last several months. »

ABSL FDI Forum - coming soon 15 June

ABSL FDI Forum - coming soon 15 June

On Tuesday 15 June will take place ABSL FDI Forum – the 2nd edition of a powerful event gathering government, cities and business leaders, dedicated to the topic of Foreign Direct Investments (FDI) and ways of attracting foreign investors to Poland. »

ABSL FDI Forum is behind us!

ABSL FDI Forum is behind us!

Katowice was a City Partner of the ABSL FDI Forum. Bogumił Sobula, First Deputy Mayor of Katowice City took part in the panel discussion - Does localization still matter in the face of remote work and skills availability?During an inspiring debate were discussed changes in the work model to a hybrid or completely remote one, the need to quest for new talents. The post-pandemic reality will require new patterns of behavior and a redefined role for offices. »

HAYS MOVES IT’S LOCAL HEADQUARTER TO.KTW I OFFICE

HAYS MOVES IT’S LOCAL HEADQUARTER TO.KTW I OFFICE

The Katowice Hays office will be located in the office complex .KTW I since November this year (at W. Roździeńskiego 1 Av.). »

KATOWICE - CITY OF CLEAN AIR!

KATOWICE - CITY OF CLEAN AIR!

The consistent policy of Katowice authorities aimed at raising the quality of life in the city, and in particular at reducing pollution and improving air quality, is already beginning to bring tangible effects. Against the background of other Polish agglomerations assessed according to this criterion by "Europolis" of Schumann Foundation, Katowice took the second place, scoring only 1 point less than the winner Lublin. »

Katowice in the final of the 9th edition of CEE Business Services Awards

Katowice in the final of the 9th edition of CEE Business Services Awards

We are pleased to announce that Katowice is short-listed in the 9th CEE Business Services Awards. CEE Business Services Awards have been organized for many years, annually gathering representatives of international outsourcing companies, local governments, as well as specialists from the business services sector from the CEE region and not only. »

NEW RULES AND FACILITATIONS IN PROGRAMME FOR SUPPORTING INVESTMENTS OF MAJOR IMPORTANCE TO THE POLISH ECONOMY FOR 2011-2030

NEW RULES AND FACILITATIONS IN PROGRAMME FOR SUPPORTING INVESTMENTS OF MAJOR IMPORTANCE TO THE POLISH ECONOMY FOR 2011-2030

According to the website the Polish Investment & Trade Agency (PAIH), the programme for supporting investments which are important for the economy has been updated. The amount of support that new investments can receive, has changed. The facilitated rules will remain in force until the end of this year with the possibility of renewal. The programme is fully financed by the state budget. »

THE SOCIO-ECONOMIC CONDITION IN KATOWICE AND SILESIA REGION

THE SOCIO-ECONOMIC CONDITION IN KATOWICE AND SILESIA REGION

The Statistical Office in Katowice, in its latest communication, presented the latest datas and information concerning Katowice and the Silesian Voivodeship in the area of labour market, economy, construction, has changed recently industry, trade and prices.What has changed recently and what has remained unchanged? »

NEW INVESTOR ENTERS KATOWICE - SD WORX!

NEW INVESTOR ENTERS KATOWICE - SD WORX!

SD Worx, a leading European HR & payroll services provider, has opened an operations center in Katowice. The geographic expansion to Central Europe underpins SD Worx’s international growth strategy and supports the global expansion of its customers with payroll and HR services. »

Hyland expands its global footprint recruiting several dozen new employees in Poland

Hyland expands its global footprint recruiting several dozen new employees in Poland

An American investor from the IT industry, provider of modern content services software, opened an R&D center in Katowice last year. This is Hyland's first research and development center in Central and Eastern Europe. Despite the ongoing pandemic, the company successfully recruited 40 new employees by the end of 2020. This year they plan to triple that number. »

The newest report Business services sector in Katowice is out now

The newest report Business services sector in Katowice is out now

According to "Business services sector in Katowice" report, the city of Katowice and Metropolis GZM are one of the five major centers in Poland, where the business services sector is developing dynamically, accounting for 3.0-3.5% of Poland's GDP. Over the last 4 years, an increase in employment of almost 70% has been observed in service centers in Katowice and Metropolis GZM. Experts' forecasts predict that the sector in Katowice will continue its dynamic development. »

SKYRISE.TECH FROM KATOWICE IN FINANCIAL TIMES

SKYRISE.TECH FROM KATOWICE IN FINANCIAL TIMES

Skyrise.tech company, based in Katowice and operating in the software and IT area, has been ranked in the British journal Financial Times 1000: Europe’s Fastest Growing Companies). »

Katowice in European Cities and Regions of the Future 2020/21 ranking

Katowice has been awarded once again by the prestigious fDi Magazine, an English-language bimonthly from the Financial Times group. Katowice was ranked in fifth place as large cities, for FDI Strategy in European Cities and Regions of the Future 2020/21 ranking. »

Katowices ranking in Tier 2 Cities of the Future 2020/21

Katowice's ranking in Tier 2 Cities of the Future 2020/21

The city of Katowice was again appreciated by fDi Magazine. Katowice is in the 7th place in Tier 2 Cities of the Future 2020/21. »

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