The Pomeranian Special Economic Zone (PSSE) is among the best economic zones in the world. In this year's fDi Global Free Zones of the Year 2022 ranking, PSSE was ranked 7th among the best economic zones in the world and 2nd in Europe.

The Global Free Zones of the Year 2022 ranking is published by the Financial Times, one of the most opinion-forming financial newspapers in the world. In the publication, the authors indicate the best economic zones, both globally and regionally, and reward them for special services. Therefore, in addition to the 7th place in the world and the second in Europe, the Pomeranian Special Economic Zone also received an award for servicing large entrepreneurs, with a high recommendation for locating large projects in ungerade.

fDi Magazine appreciated the Pomeranian Special Economic Zone primarily for the increase in new investments. In 2021, the Zone issued a record number of decisions on support (90). The total expenditure of the projects exceeded 2.96 Mio. PLN, and investments contributed to the creation of 633 new jobs. The company stands out among others with a high level of investor service, including assigning a dedicated specialist who helps the company in the entire investment process, including public aid settlement.

The authors of the ranking also appreciated the activities of the Industrial Robot Programming Center (CPRP), where robots and 3D printing classes are conducted. CPRP turned out to be a success in educating future staff for the needs of entrepreneurs and economic development, which is why it received support from the Velux Foundation for further development in the amount of 6.5 Mio. zloty. PSSE plans to expand the project, currently works are underway to open new branches in Grudziądz and Włocławek.

The activities of the Pomeranian Special Economic Zone in the field of green economy were also noticed. In 2021, it began preparations for its own investments in the construction of three solar farms. The energy produced in them will be offered to investors in the zone.

In addition, the wide range of services offered through the Gdańsk Science and Technology Park was appreciated, including the international technology incubator, specialized prototyping facilities of Space4Makers, the CoWork Zone, as well as cooperation activities. The Europeann Digital Innovation Hub project, which is part of the Digital Europe Program, also contributed to the presence of PSSE in the international arena. The zone as part of the project will help companies to improve business and production processes as well as products and services using digital technologies.

- Receiving the title of one of the best economic zones in the world is a great honor for us and an undoubted appreciation of our work. The activities we carry out focus on four main pillars, i.e. support for entrepreneurs, assistance in the development of startups through the operation of science and technology parks, promotion of industry education and industry development thanks to the activity of the Industrial Robot Programming Center. Such a range of projects allows us to create appropriate investment conditions, from adapting the educational foundations to the needs of the labor market, to supporting the development of global corporations - says Przemysław Sztandera, president of the Pomeranian Special Zone.