Exploring the Future of Semiconductors and Electric Vehicles in Europe

Poland's electric vehicle and semiconductor industries are experiencing robust development, primarily driven by the growing demand for electrification of transportation. This advancement not only reflects the market's response to EU regulations but also signifies a growing awareness among people regarding the environmental drawbacks of internal combustion engine vehicles.

In the era of electrified transportation, electric vehicles are emerging as a crucial factor shaping Poland's transportation industry. Poland already produces 30% of Europe's automotive batteries. With recent foreign investments, the country possesses a comprehensive value chain in this industry.

Poland is a major participant in the semiconductor market.

Poland is a major participant in the semiconductor market. The intrinsic driving force behind the development of the electric vehicle industry lies in the potential of the semiconductor sector. Poland has the opportunity to become a key player in the high-tech field. Many experts suggest that Poland is well-prepared to establish high-tech factories. Intel's plans to build a semiconductor factory near Wroclaw serve as evidence of this readiness.

The thriving economy of Pomerania

Pomerania is a region in northern Poland, included in fDi's "2022/2023 Future Europe Top 5 Medium-sized Regions - Foreign Direct Investment Strategies." Its capital, Gdańsk, and its metropolitan area, with a population of 1.6 million, constitute the largest center in the southern part of the Baltic Sea. With its developed BSS (Business Support Services) environment and attractive coastal location, it attracts immigrants from around the world. Gdańsk is the location of Intel's largest research and development center in Europe, housing 3,500 engineers. This department focuses on developing software for microprocessors and specialized software for the semiconductor and electric vehicle industries.

The economic success of Pomerania is built on its outstanding higher education system. Every year, 2,500 students graduate from the University of Pomerania, specializing in sought-after fields in the electronics industry, including nanotechnology, data engineering, and photonics. Many students from around the world study in departments related to electronics, mathematics, and physics, often choosing to stay in Pomerania after completing their studies. The well-developed transportation network in Pomerania plays a crucial role for businesses and residents. Gdańsk has fast highways connecting to Eastern, Western, and Southern Europe, and the airport offers numerous flights to Munich, Frankfurt, Amsterdam, Copenhagen, London, and Warsaw. The Tricity area has two deepwater ports operating weekly, connecting to transportation hubs in Africa and Asia.

Investing in Pomerania supports semiconductor development

"The Invest in Pomerania Initiative is Poland's first initiative to join the international association SEMI. Invest in Pomerania is a non-profit local government initiative coordinated by the Pomeranian Development Agency, dedicated to providing services for investors in the region. Joining SEMI is a significant signal of Poland's willingness to collaborate in shaping a new semiconductor manufacturing supply chain."

Energy Special Economic Zone

"The Polish government plans to establish six Energy Special Economic Zones, which will be located in the northern part of the country, currently under construction with offshore wind farms and Poland's first nuclear power plant. Investors deciding to set up factories in these zones will benefit from reduced electricity costs. These areas will be targeted towards large users with an annual electricity consumption exceeding 100 gigawatt-hours and users planning to build energy storage facilities."