A report by Kozikowski & Partners and PAIH: Polish energy and infrastructure projects in the spotlight of Japanese investors

Today, Poland is a mature and demanding market, which attracts Japanese companies no longer with low costs, but with economic stability, technological advancement and openness to long-term partnerships. The long-term commitment of Japanese investors confirms the durability of relations and common development ambitions in the region. Experts from Kozikowski & Partners and the Polish Investment and Trade Agency agree that Poland is emerging as a key economic partner in Central and Eastern Europe for Japan.

The pre-premiere presentation of the report "Poland: Where Transition Meets Opportunity - A Roadmap for Japanese Investors in Poland" during Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai attracted business leaders and representatives of institutions supporting economic development from both countries. The focus was, among other things, on the green transition, technologies, real estate and capital markets, as well as digital innovation and Poland’s strategic role in Ukraine's reconstruction. Poland is not only modernizing its infrastructure, but is also implementing new, ambitious projects, such as the Central Communication Port (CPK) or wind farms in the Baltic Sea. Hydrogen technologies and nuclear energy are also developing dynamically, which opens up a wide range of opportunities for Japanese companies.

Over decades Polish-Japanese relations have matured, based on mutual trust and high standards of cooperation in the implementation of investments. It is these values that make Japanese investors look more and more closely not only at the manufacturing market that they are familiar with, but also at new sectors - such as energy, infrastructure or modern technologies. Today, Poland is a reliable and stable, and at the same time more and more technologically advanced business partner. It is here that capital-intensive energy, infrastructure and technology projects are being implemented that are interesting from the perspective of the Japanese, the potential of which positions Poland as a strategic partner in the region - says Jacek Kozikowski, Managing Partner of Kozikowski & Partners.

The report "Poland: Where Transition Meets Opportunity - A Roadmap for Japanese Investors in Poland" analyses the presence of Japanese companies in Poland, identifying key success stories - valuable tips for new investors. Among the most interesting examples were the projects of key corporations already present in Poland, such as Toyota, Bridgestone, Yazaki, NSK and Daikin. The authors of the report draw attention to the dynamic changes in the areas of energy transition, electromobility and digital infrastructure.

Japanese investors have been PAIH’s key partners for many years. Over the last decade, we have supported 30 investment projects from this direction, which resulted in investments of almost EUR 1.2 billion by Japanese entities. During this period, Japan was the fifth country in terms of total investment capital. Currently, we are supporting 5 Japanese projects, which may mean allocating over EUR 230 million for the development of operations in Poland. The guide for Japanese investors in Poland introduces our economy and indicates the most promising sectors - says Arkadiusz Tarnowski, Deputy Director of PAIH’s Investment Support Department.

Poland's energy and infrastructure transition is currently one of the largest pools of investment opportunities in Central Europe. Japan's economy, with its extensive transport, logistics and energy infrastructure, can bring unique know-how to Poland, while Polish partners can benefit from the technological and organizational experience of Japanese companies. The report also provides an overview of the investment incentives available, from tax breaks to grants and automation support.

We actively support Japanese investors in Poland, knowing their needs and expectations very well. We are grateful for the opportunity to cooperate with the Polish Investment and Trade Agency in preparing a report that shows not only investment opportunities, but also the legal and regulatory context crucial for the success of strategic projects. We hope that this approach, including sector-by-sector analysis, will prove useful for Japanese investors, helping them better understand the potential of the Polish market and identify specific areas of cooperation - concludes Jacek Kozikowski.

The report is available in English and Japanese.